Last Updated on April 15, 2022 by Karen
Relax and rehydrate with refreshing spa water infused with the tastes of lemon, cucumber, and mint.
Good morning, friends! Long time no chat. It’s been a week of packing, moving, and some relaxing, swimming, and cruising around Bermuda, but now I’m back to the grind. Bermuda is absolutely beautiful and I can’t wait to share some of our trip’s highlights with you. It’s just a three hour direct flight from New York, so it’s quick and easy to get to. The beaches are among the most beautiful I’ve seen and that turquoise water, I just can’t get enough of it!
Now that vacation is over, I need to get back on track pronto. We all know that drinking enough water during the day and staying hydrated is important for our health, but sometimes, it seems like that plain ole’ water just won’t do the trick. Enter infused water. You might have tried them at day spas or seen them at the grocery stores, but it’s so easy to make at home.
Not only do these water taste refreshing, they add flavors to water without the unhealthy additives and calories found in many other flavored drinks. It’s naturally energizing and will definitely keep you properly hydrated during a hot summer day or after a sweaty workout session. After finishing the first pitcher (this pitcher is awesome!), I refilled it with more fresh water and was able to get a lot of flavors from the second infusion as well.
By the way, I like to make infused water using this water bottle I got from Christmas last year. I pack it with fruit in the morning and bring it to work, and I’ll refill it with water throughout the day. I use lemon, cucumber, and mint, but there is so much room for variation to make this recipe your own! Experiment on your own and have fun with it.
Food for thought…
What’s your favorite way to stay hydrated?
Lemon Cucumber Mint Water
Ingredients
- 8 cups water
- 1 lemon sliced
- 1 small cucumber sliced
- 1 handful of fresh mint
- Ice for serving
Instructions
- In a pitcher, add water, lemon, cucumber, and fresh mint. Let it chill for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours. Serve with ice.
awesome idea! i definitely will be infusing my water next time.. love it!
Hi Thalia, thanks for stopping by! :)
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Hello Karen,
Thanks for the great and refreshing Recipe, I am wondering do you know how long will it keep in its refreshing state?
Hi Annraoi, I usually make a big pitcher and take out the mint, cucumber, and lemon after the flavors are infused. It will keep in the fridge for up to two days.
Perfect thank you very much
does it matter what type of mint? I see these recipes a lot. I have spearmint and peppermint in my garden. I never know which to use or if it makes a difference.
Its doesnt matter which type of mint — it just depends on your taste preference. I was only able to find peppermint in the grocery store so thats what I use
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Thanks so much. I have been drinking a lot of water lately. I’m glad to know that adding cucumber, lemon and mint is more beneficiary. I am starting today.
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Is it safe to leave the mint and cucumber in if in choose to I have some Badia peppermint what can I make with that
I’ve never used Badia peppermint but I always leave cucumber and fresh mint leaves in the water for hours even overnight without any problem.
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do i have to use hot water? Or only cold water?
Cold water works best in water infusion.
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