Bottled Water Recipe

Bottled Water

1. 1

   Prepare bottle

   If using a reusable bottle, wash it with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly. If using a sealed single-use bottle from a store, confirm the seal is intact before opening.

2. 2

   Fill with water

   Pour filtered still water into the bottle until nearly full (about 1 cup for a small sample or adjust to bottle size). Leave a small air gap at the top to allow for expansion if sealing.

3. 3

   Add ice (optional)

   If you prefer chilled water, add 2–4 ice cubes to the bottle. For best results, use cold filtered water and pre-chilled ice.

4. 4

   Add garnish (optional)

   If desired, drop a lemon slice into the bottle for a subtle citrus note. Make sure the lemon is washed before use.

5. 5

   Seal and store

   Close the bottle with a cap. If you're storing the water for later, keep it refrigerated and consume within 24–48 hours for best taste when using a reusable bottle. Single-use sealed bottled water can be stored at room temperature away from direct sunlight until the expiration date.

6. 6

   Serve

   Open the bottle and pour into a glass, or drink directly from the bottle. Replace cap after use if not finished to maintain cleanliness.