Berry Flavored Water
This Berry Flavored Water is a great way to stay hydrated throughout the summer. It’s healthy, nutritious, and the perfect substitute for soda or juice.
Servings 1 gallon
Ingredients
- 4 cups raspberries
- 2 cups strawberries
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 10 cups water
Instructions
- Wash raspberries and strawberries. Cut off the steam of the strawberries. Place fruit into a medium glass bowl.
- Add sugar.
- Mash the berries with potato masher (you can also use food processor or a blender if you are an adult who’s making the recipe, but for the kiddo’s potato masher will do the job).
- Add 10 cups of cold water to a pitcher, and then add mashed berries with sugar. Stir well and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen berries for this recipe. If you're using frozen berries, there's no need to thaw them first.
- If you prefer your flavored water to be less sweet, you can reduce the amount of sugar or even omit it altogether. The natural sweetness of the berries might
- Don't skip the step of mashing the berries. This helps to release their juices and flavor, giving your water a deliciously fruity kick.
- Feel free to adjust the water-to-fruit ratio to suit your personal preference. If you like a stronger fruit flavor, add more berries.
- This flavored water is best when served chilled. You can let it sit in the refrigerator for a few hours to allow the flavors to infuse, or you can serve it immediately over ice.
- For a fancy presentation, you can add a few whole berries to your pitcher or individual glasses.
- This recipe is easily customizable. You can experiment with different combinations of berries, such as blueberries or blackberries, for varied flavors.