Grapefruit and rosemary infused water: a detox drink with no added sugar

Name: Grapefruit and rosemary infused water: a detox drink with no added sugar
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 9 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 3 cups water; 1 pink grapefruit, organic; 2 sprigs rosemary

Drink

Very Easy

9 min

34 Kcal

A tasty detox infused water, perfect for anyone who loves the tartness of this wonderful citrus fruit. This drink can be made at any time of year and is rich in vitamin C thanks to the pink grapefruit, while rosemary also gives it anti-inflammatory properties. Making infused water at home is a piece of cake (don’t forget to try the version with cucumber and mint or the delicious lemon and raspberry infused water). All you need to do is buy good-quality ingredients and be patient while it infuses in the fridge for at least 4 hours. Feel free to adapt the recipe to give this healthy drink new flavours; you’ll find a few ideas to try in the tips section.

Ingredients

3 cups water
1 pink grapefruit, organic
2 sprigs rosemary

Materials

Cutting board
Knife
Container

Preparation

Preparation5 min

Waiting time4 min

First, wash the pink grapefruit thoroughly (ideally, use an organic grapefruit). Cut it in half, juice one half, and slice the other half.
Now put the grapefruit slices and juice in a jug.
Then add the rosemary sprigs and fill the jug with water. Cover it and leave it to infuse in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving (overnight is even better).
Your grapefruit and rosemary flavored water is ready!

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FAQ ❓

How long does grapefruit and rosemary infused water keep?

Grapefruit and rosemary infused water keeps for up to 3 days in the refrigerator, preferably in a covered jug or an airtight container. After that, it may lose its freshness and detox properties.

Can I use sparkling water to make detox infused water?

Yes, you can use sparkling water instead of still water to make the grapefruit and rosemary infused water fizzy and tasty. You’ll get a detox drink with an intense flavour, which is also perfect as a non-alcoholic drink for a light aperitif.

Can I make detox infused water without grapefruit juice?

Absolutely. If you’d like a milder, less bitter flavour, you can leave out the grapefruit juice. You’ll still have refreshing detox infused water with light citrus notes from the grapefruit slices.

What can I add to grapefruit and rosemary infused water for an extra detox boost?

To enhance the detox properties of the grapefruit and rosemary infused water, you can add 30 g of peeled fresh ginger. Ginger adds a spicy note and aids digestion.

What can I use instead of grapefruit in detox infused water?

If you don’t like grapefruit, you can replace it with orange slices. You’ll get a citrusy, slightly sweet detox infused water that’s perfect to drink throughout the day.

Can I replace the rosemary in detox infused water?

Yes, you can use fresh mint instead of rosemary. You’ll need about 30 leaves, preferably crushed gently in your hands to release their aroma. Mint and grapefruit make an ideal combination for refreshing summer detox infused water.