Cucumber-Mint Water

Cucumber-Mint Water

Calling this a recipe is generous. It's more of a reminder that the simplest things are sometimes the best. On a hot summer day, cold water infused with cucumber and mint is more refreshing than any commercial drink you'll find.

2 quarts
Yield
5 minutes plus 1 hour infusing
Time
Best consumed the same day. After 24 hours, the cucumber gets soggy and the water takes on a slight bitterness.
Keeps

Calling this a recipe is generous. It's more of a reminder that the simplest things are sometimes the best. On a hot summer day, cold water infused with cucumber and mint is more refreshing than any commercial drink you'll find.

Ingredients

Method

  1. Combine the water, cucumber slices, and mint leaves in a large pitcher.
  2. Add lime juice if using.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours. The longer it steeps, the more pronounced the flavor.
  4. Serve over ice.
  5. *Storage:** Best consumed the same day. After 24 hours, the cucumber gets soggy and the water takes on a slight bitterness.
  6. *Seasonal note:** For a variation, add thinly sliced lemon or a few slices of fresh ginger. Watermelon cubes are excellent too. This is the kind of thing you make a pitcher of and leave on the counter for anyone who walks through the kitchen.

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