Fruit Infused Water

Sometimes I just need my water to taste a little different to help me stay hydrated.  I have enjoyed making fruit infused water using a mason jar.  I have gotten the different flavor combinations from different sites (A Sweet Pea Chef, Taste of Home) and these are the ones I have tried and enjoy.

1 quart size mason jar with lid

Watermelon-basil Infused water:

   1/3 cup watermelon, cut

   4-6 leaves of basil

Raspberry-Lime Infused water:

   1/3 cup raspberries

   1 lime, sliced

Orange-Cranberry Infused water:

   1/2 orange, sliced

   1/3-1/2 cup cranberries

1. Place fruit in the mason jar.  Fill with water to the top. 

2. Let sit in refrigerator for 3-4 hours (longer for stronger flavor). 

3. Strain water from jar into pitcher, keeping fruit inside the jar.  Refill jar with more water and start again.  

Note: Fruit can be reused for 2-3 days.  Flavor strength will decrease over time. Frozen fruit can be used, but will break down faster.

Let me know if what flavor combinations you have tried and what you think.