Blueberry Blackberry Mint Water Recipe

Blueberry blackberry mint water is a chilled fruit-and-herb infusion that takes 2 hours 10 minutes total and yields about 4 cups, or 4 servings. For another combination, try the ai infused water generator.

What is blueberry blackberry mint water?

Blueberry blackberry mint water is drinking water infused with fresh berries and mint. The fruit lends a mild berry flavor and a little color, while the mint adds a fresh finish; the ingredients are steeped rather than blended.

It is one of many berry infused water recipes you can make without added sugar. Expect a lighter flavor than juice: the berries release some flavor into the water, but most of their flesh stays intact.

What ingredients and ratio do you need?

For about 4 servings, you’ll need a clean, covered pitcher and:

• 960 ml water (4 cups)
• About 75 g blueberries (1/2 cup)
• About 75 g blackberries (1/2 cup)
• About 5 g fresh mint (about 1/4 cup loosely packed, or 8–12 leaves)

This uses roughly 1 cup of berries and a small handful of mint for about 1 liter of water. Berry and leaf sizes vary, so the cup measures are approximate. You can adjust the mix of blueberries and blackberries while keeping the total amount of fruit about the same.

Use potable water and fresh produce in good condition. Wash the berries and mint under running water just before preparing the drink; don’t use soap or produce detergent.

How do you make blueberry blackberry mint water?

Prep time: 10 minutes
Refrigerated steep: 2 hours
Total time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Yield: About 4 cups, or 4 servings

1. Rinse the blueberries, blackberries and mint under running water.
2. Add the berries to a clean pitcher and gently press a few with a spoon to help release their flavor.
3. Bruise the mint lightly between your fingers, then add it to the pitcher.
4. Pour in the water, cover the pitcher and refrigerate for 2 hours.
5. Taste the water; serve it as it is, or strain out the fruit and mint first. For a stronger infusion, refrigerate it for up to 4 hours before serving.

Press the berries gently rather than mashing them into a purée if you want a clearer drink. Straining is optional, but it removes loose mint leaves and any berry pieces before pouring.

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Why do blueberries, blackberries and mint work together?

Blueberries provide a mellow fruit flavor, while blackberries add a more tart, deep berry note. Mint brings a fresh aroma that makes the combination taste brighter without needing a sweetener.

The mellow note is similar to blueberry infused water, while the tart fruit recalls blackberry infused water and the herbal finish brings mint water to mind.

The main benefit of blueberry blackberry mint water is hydration. It can make plain water more appealing, but the amount of berry nutrients that passes into the water is uncertain; it is not equivalent to eating the whole fruit. The liver and kidneys do most of the body’s detoxification, while the lungs and gut also help eliminate waste.

How should you store blueberry blackberry mint water?

Keep the pitcher covered and refrigerated, including while it steeps. For the best flavor, drink blueberry blackberry mint water within 24 hours of making it.

Discard it after 2–3 days, or sooner if it becomes cloudy, slimy or sour-smelling. Don’t leave it at room temperature for more than a few hours. Use a clean glass or ladle when serving rather than drinking directly from the pitcher.

How can you vary blueberry blackberry mint water?

Make it more berry-forward

Use a little more blackberry and a little less blueberry, keeping the combined fruit amount close to 1 cup. Gently press a few berries if you want more flavor to reach the water.

Adjust the mint

For a subtler herbal taste, use fewer mint leaves. Bruise them lightly so the mint complements the berries rather than covering their flavor.

Change the steep

Taste after 2 hours for a lighter drink, or leave the covered pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours for a fuller flavor. Strain before serving if you prefer to remove the fruit and leaves.