Restaurantsโ€บXO dessertsโ€บWater Recipe

Water Recipe

Inspired by XO desserts
Time5m
Serves1

Make Water Recipe in just 5m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Single serving

Method

Single serving

1

Prepare glass

Select a clean glass. If desired, chill the glass in the refrigerator for 10โ€“15 minutes before serving.

2

Add ice (optional)

Place 3 ice cubes into the glass if you prefer cold water.

3

Pour water

Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of cold drinking water into the glass, filling to your preferred level.

4

Garnish (optional)

If using, squeeze a lemon or lime wedge into the water and drop the wedge into the glass. Add a mint leaf for aroma.

5

Serve

Serve immediately. Refill as needed.

Pitcher (approx. 8 servings)

6

Prepare pitcher

Ensure a clean pitcher is available. If you want very cold water, chill the pitcher in the refrigerator for 15โ€“30 minutes prior to assembling.

7

Add ice (optional)

Add about 24 ice cubes to the pitcher if you want the water chilled and diluted slightly as ice melts.

8

Pour water

Pour 8 cups (about 2 liters) of cold drinking water into the pitcher.

9

Add flavor (optional)

If desired, add 4 lemon or lime slices and 4 fresh mint sprigs to the pitcher. Gently stir once with a clean spoon to distribute.

10

Let rest (optional)

For a mild infused flavor, refrigerate the pitcher for 15โ€“30 minutes before serving.

11

Serve

Pour into individual glasses. Refill the pitcher with additional water and ice as needed.

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