🥒🍊 Cucumber Grapefruit Water
Cool, crisp, and lightly citrusy, this Cucumber Grapefruit Water is a delicious way to stay hydrated. The cucumber adds a soothing freshness, while the grapefruit brings a subtle zing of sweet-tart flavor. Great for detoxing, skin health, and everyday hydration!
Equipment
- Large pitcher or infusion bottle
- Sharp knife & cutting board
- Spoon (to stir)
- Reusable strainer (optional, for serving)
Ingredients
- 1/2 medium cucumber thinly sliced
- 1/2 medium grapefruit thinly sliced (rind on or off, as preferred)
- 6 –8 fresh mint leaves optional
- 6 –8 cups cold filtered water or use sparkling water for a fizzy twist
- Ice for serving
Instructions
Slice Ingredients:
- Thinly slice cucumber and grapefruit. If you prefer a less bitter infusion, remove the grapefruit rind before slicing.
Combine in Pitcher:
- Add cucumber, grapefruit slices, and optional mint leaves to a large pitcher.
Add Water & Chill:
- Pour in 6–8 cups of cold filtered water. Stir gently and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to infuse.
Serve:
- Pour into glasses over ice. Garnish with fresh cucumber, grapefruit wedges, or mint sprigs if desired.
Notes
💡 Tips for Success
Use organic grapefruit if keeping the peel on, to avoid wax or pesticides. Slice ingredients thinly to help flavors infuse faster. Add ginger slices or a splash of lemon juice for extra zing.
Use organic grapefruit if keeping the peel on, to avoid wax or pesticides. Slice ingredients thinly to help flavors infuse faster. Add ginger slices or a splash of lemon juice for extra zing.