Infused Spa Water Recipe
cucumber-mint or lemon-strawberry
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Ingredients
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Cucumber & Mint Infusion
Lemon & Strawberry Infusion
Method
Cucumber & Mint Infusion
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Bruise the mint
Rinse the mint leaves and pat dry. Gently clap or bruise the leaves between your palms or crush lightly with the back of a spoon to release oils—do not fully pulverize.
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Assemble infusion
In a 2–2.5 liter pitcher or beverage dispenser, add the cucumber slices and bruised mint leaves. If using the optional half lemon for brightness, thinly slice it and add the slices as well.
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Add water and sweetener
Pour 2 liters of cold filtered water over the ingredients. If you want a touch of sweetness, dissolve 1 tsp honey or agave in a tablespoon of warm water and stir it into the pitcher until combined.
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Steep
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour for a light infusion or up to 4 hours for a more pronounced flavor. Do not steep more than 12 hours to avoid vegetal bitterness.
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Lemon & Strawberry Infusion
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Prepare strawberries
Rinse strawberries, hull and slice them into halves or quarters depending on size. Lightly muddle half of the prepared strawberries in a bowl or in the bottom of the pitcher with the back of a spoon to release juices (avoid turning into puree).
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Prepare lemon
Wash the lemon and slice into thin rounds or half-moons. If you prefer less bitterness, remove seeds and optionally peel a thin strip of zest for extra aroma and add separately.
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Add herbs (optional)
If using basil or mint, rinse and gently bruise 6 leaves to release oils, then add to the pitcher.
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Assemble infusion
Place the sliced and muddled strawberries and lemon slices into a 2–2.5 liter pitcher or beverage dispenser along with the bruised herbs if using.
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Add water and sweetener
Pour 2 liters of cold filtered water over the fruit and herbs. If you prefer sweetness, dissolve 1 tsp simple syrup or honey in a tablespoon of warm water and stir into the pitcher.
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Steep
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for a light hint of flavor, 1–3 hours for stronger flavor. Avoid steeping longer than 12 hours to prevent breakdown and off flavors.
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