• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to footer navigation
  • Skip to header navigation
  • Skip to privacy navigation
  • Skip to recipes navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Cook Well, Eat Well
  • Shop
  • Meet Shinee
  • Contact
Facebook Instagram Pinterest YouTube

Sweet & Savory

Cook Well, Eat Well

  • New? Start Here
  • Recipes
    • Appetizers
      • Dips
      • Meat-lovers
    • Desserts
      • Bars & Brownies
      • Cakes
      • Cheesecakes
      • French Macarons
      • Pastries
      • Pies
    • Dinner
    • Drinks
    • Salads
    • Seasonal
      • Summer Favorites
      • Easter
      • Christmas
      • Cinco de Mayo
      • Game Day
      • Halloween
      • New Year’s Eve
      • Thanksgiving
      • Valentine’s Day
  • Valentine’s Day
  • Discover
    • Ingredients
    • Tools
  • Learn
    • Baking Basics
    • Cooking Basics
    • Advanced Techniques
    • How-To’s
  • Share
    • Seasonal
    • Party Planning 101
  • Facebook Instagram Pinterest YouTube
    Subscribe To Updates
Home » Seasonal » Summer Favorites » Infused Water – 3 Refreshing Flavors

Infused Water – 3 Refreshing Flavors

Skip to Recipe Print Share
Share on:
By: Shinee Published: 8/23/2021Updated: 11/23/2021

This post may contain affiliate links. Read full disclosure

Sharing is caring!

3417 shares
  • Share
  • Tweet

4 tips to drink more water, plus 3 refreshing naturally infused water ideas that’ll keep you excited for your next sip!

Back in 2007-2008, I was quite addicted to Mountain Dew. Yes, that sugary, neon-green drink!!! Addiction might sound like a strong word, but there’s no other word to describe it.

And it’s been more than a decade since I had that drink!

Now, plain water is my go-to. In fact, I can easily drink 8 cups of water a day, and if I don’t drink enough water, my body sends me signals.

It wasn’t always like that! And I didn’t just start drinking water without resistance. Not at all!!!

It took intentional efforts to quit sugary soda and to learn to drink water!! And here’s how I did it.

Table of Contents

  • 4 tips to drink more water:
  • Refreshing flavored water ideas:
  • FAQ’s:
  • Naturally Infused Water

4 tips to drink more water:

  1. Get a large water bottle – It doesn’t have to be fancy!! Ideally, at least 1L bottle, so you don’t have to re-fill it often. I used a bottle similar to this one and it worked well for me! Also, you don’t have to drink out of that bottle. Just keep a glass or cup nearby.
  2. Infuse your water with fruits, veggies and herbs! – This was a game-changer for me!!! Since my taste buds were so screwed up, flavoring my water helped me to overcome the boredom of plain water.
  3. Keep your water close in a plain sight at an arm’s reach! – You’ve got to eliminate ANY friction!! Make it easy!!! In the beginning, I couldn’t finish the entire bottle of water at the office and I’d haul back the half full jug home. But over time, I learned to drink all of the water during 9 hours at the office!
  4. Experiment with different temperatures. Not everyone is into ice-cold water. You may enjoy warm water over cold water, or vice versa. I personally love warm water in the morning, and drink room temperature water throughout the day. Cold water is not for me unless it’s hot and I need to cool down.

Refreshing flavored water ideas:

Naturally flavored water is not only tasty, but it’s also beautiful. There’re endless ways you can infuse your water with different combinations of fruits, veggies and herbs.

The following 3 versions are my favorites:

Refreshing Cucumber Lemon Mint Water

This refreshing infused water was my go-to flavor when I started on water journey!

It’s very subtle and so refreshing!

Tip

Infuse cucumber, lemon and mint for about 2 hours and then strain them out to prevent bitter flavor from lemon rind and to avoid bacterial growth.

Patriotic Berry Water

It’s such a cool way to serve water at summer gatherings.

It looks so beautiful, inviting and fun!

Tip

Use frozen berries instead of ice to keep the water cool longer!

Simply Citrus Water

And last, but not least, this orange water is absolutely wonderful!

It may not sound exciting, but let me tell you, it’s so worth the try! I love this version icy cold with plenty of ice!

FAQ’s:

Can you eat the fruits and veggies after infusing?

Sure, you can. But they won’t be as flavorful.

How long can you store infused water?

Infused water can be stored in the fridge for up 3 days. But I recommend straining the fruits/veggies/herbs after 4 hours to prevent any bitter taste from some of the fruits, such as lemon, orange, etc.

Is infused water healthy?

Yes, absolutely, because staying hydrated is healthy! But infused water isn’t healthier than plain water. Flavored water just helps you drink more water if you aren’t used to drinking water.

Can I use other fruits and veggies?

Of course! These are just a starting point! Feel free to experiment with different fruits and veggie combinations. And don’t forget herbs too! They add fantastic flavors!!!

Stay hydrated!

Naturally Infused Water

3 refreshing naturally infused water ideas that'll keep you excited for your next sip!
5 from 1 vote
serves: 8 servings
Prep: 10 minutes
Total : 10 minutes
Print
Leave a Review

Ingredients

Cucumber Lemon Mint Water:

  • 2 quarts filtered water
  • 1/2 lemon thinly sliced
  • 1/2 English cucumber thinly sliced
  • 2-3 sprigs of fresh mint

Patriotic Berry Water:

  • 2 quarts filtered water
  • 1 cup blueberries fresh or frozen
  • 1 pint strawberries fresh or frozen

Simply Citrus Water:

  • 2 quarts filtered water
  • 1 orange thinly sliced
Note: I test all my recipes with both measurements for the most precise and accurate result!

Instructions

  • Add fruits/veggies/herb and water in a large jug. Let it sit for about up to 2 hours at room temperature, or 4 hours in the fridge.
  • Strain and discard the fruits/veggies/herb. Infused water can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 42kcal (2%) Carbohydrates: 10g (3%) Protein: 1g (2%) Fat: 1g (2%) Saturated Fat: 1g (6%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 1g Sodium: 37mg (2%) Potassium: 171mg (5%) Fiber: 2g (8%) Sugar: 7g (8%) Vitamin A: 75IU (2%) Vitamin C: 49mg (59%) Calcium: 43mg (4%) Iron: 1mg (6%)
* Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only. Read full disclosure here.
Author: Shinee
Course:Drinks
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Did you make this?Show me your creation! Tag me @shineshka and hashtag it #sweetandsavorybyshinee!
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Yummly

Related Recipes

  • Orange Infused Chocolate Crisps
  • A glass of frozen watermelon daiquiri garnished with a slice of lime.
    Frozen Watermelon Daiquiri
  • Refreshing Rose Lemonade
  • top down image of slushies in glass.
    Sparkling Fruit Slushies

Never Miss a Recipe!

Subscribe and receive my FREE Portion Planning Cheat Sheet for Cocktail and Dinner Parties.

Previous Post
Easy Grilled Filet Mignon
Next Post
Homemade Vanilla Extract

Reader Interactions

Leave a Review Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *
Made this? Rate this recipe:




This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

  1. Seeney McIlrath says

    Posted on 26 September 2019 at 7:50 pm

    Hi, how do you know how much fruit to put in the water? I am giving a baby shower on Saturday and the mother likes fruit infused water with berries and I want to make the strawberry and blueberry water. 

    Thank you, 
    Seeney McIlrath 

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 27 September 2019 at 9:37 pm

      Hi, Seeney! The amount of fruit is totally up to you. One package of each blueberries and strawberries will be enough for quite a bit of water.

      Reply
  2. Sarah says

    Posted on 7 June 2017 at 1:13 pm

    Shinee,

    I too have been a Mt. Dew addict for years… not too mention I worked for their parent company. A little over a year ago I was diagnosed with NAFLD due to sugar intake… your infused water recipes are just what the Dr. ordered. The fruits are on my *healthier liver* list and the recipes could not be simpler! Thank You for posting and for being a source of confidence for the *Dew Delirium* I am in…. : )

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 7 June 2017 at 9:41 pm

      Hey Sarah, isn’t that crazy how we get so addicted? Now I can’t even take a sip of Mt Dew, because it’s too sweet. 🙂 And I drink plain water and happy with it. And I thank that cucumber, lemon, mint water for it, it truly helped me to switch. I know in just a few months, you won’t miss Mt Dew. Stay hydrated! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Mary says

    Posted on 29 October 2016 at 9:35 am

    Hey you drink  the water all day and do I drink  one kind a day

    Reply
  4. Janet Fettig says

    Posted on 2 July 2016 at 10:53 am

    Hi shiner, as we’re traveling in the car this 4th of July weekend I enjoyed seeing and can’t wait to try some of your new recipes!  And the refreshing fruit infused water drinks are not only a great way to drink more fluids … they look sooo pretty!!!  And can’t wait to make that cheesecake that seems simple yet delicious! YUM!

    Have a great weekend! Janet F – Bismarck, ND

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 5 July 2016 at 8:13 am

      Hi, Janet! Hope you had a great holiday weekend! I had a nice relaxing one, picking some juneberries. 🙂 I’m so glad you’re enjoying the recipes, hope you try some one them soon. Let me know if you do.

      Reply
  5. The Reader's Tales - A Swiss lifestyle blog says

    Posted on 28 March 2016 at 7:50 am

    Hi Shinee This is a fabulous idea. Perfect spring summer drink. Will bookmark it. Happy Easter

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 29 March 2016 at 10:32 am

      Thanks!!

      Reply

Primary Sidebar

Welcome!

Hi, I’m Shinee! I’m so happy you’re here! I believe anyone can cook restaurant-quality food at home! And my goal is to help you to become a confident cook with my easy-to-follow recipes with lots of tips and step-by-step photos.

New? Start Here

Browse Specialties

Main Dishes Side Dishes Appetizers Salads Breads & Pastries Cakes Macarons Drinks Browse All
Portion Planning 101
Free Dinner Party Cheat Sheet
Download Now

Popular Recipes

Yellow and white macarons.

French Macarons for Beginners

Best Prime Rib Roast (Bone-In)

This is the simplest and moistest banana bread - easy to make and yields 2 breads! #bananabread

Best Moist Banana Bread Recipe

A plate full of chocolate chip cookies.

Egg Yolk Cookies

How to Make Homemade Pistachio Paste

sliced plain sponge cake layers

Easy Sponge Cake (3 Ingredient Cake)

Valentine's Day Desserts

Pistachio Macarons in a box

Pistachio Macarons

Supreme Chocolate Cheesecake

Supreme Chocolate Cake

Mini strawberry pavlovas on a baking sheet.

Strawberry Mini Pavlova

Pistachio Eclairs

Raspberry lemon tartlets arranged on a rectangular serving platter.

Raspberry Lemon Tartlets

Game Day Eats

Cooked bacon jalapeno poppers on a baking sheet.

finger food:

3-Ingredient Jalapeno Poppers

meat:

Beer BBQ Meatballs

Bean dip in a casserole dish with a portion being scooped with a chip.

dip:

3-Ingredient Bean Dip

appetizer:

Bacon Wrapped Cheesy Crackers

sandwich:

Philly Cheese Steak Sliders

dessert:

5-Ingredient Pineapple Cake

Facebook Instagram Pinterest YouTube

Never Miss A Recipe

Subscribe and receive my FREE Portion Planning Cheat!

  • Discover
    • Recipe Index
    • Tools & Gadgets
    • Ingredients
  • Learn
    • Baking Basics
    • Cooking Basics
    • Advanced Techniques
  • Share
    • Holidays
    • Appetizers
    • Party Planning 101
  • Back To Top
  • About
  • Work With Me
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact
© 2013-2023 Sweet & Savory Site Credits Designed by Melissa Rose Design Developed by Once Coupled Exclusive member of Mediavine Food
Opens in a new window Opens an external site Opens an external site in a new window

Subscribe and Receive My FREE Portion Planning Cheat!