Blueberry Raspberry Thyme Water Recipe
Blueberry raspberry thyme water is a berry-and-herb infused water that takes 2 hours and 10 minutes to make and yields about 4 cups (950 mL). Adjust the ingredients for another pitcher with the ai infused water generator.
What is blueberry raspberry thyme water?
Blueberry raspberry thyme water is still water steeped with fresh blueberries, raspberries and thyme. The blueberries add a gentle fruit flavor, the raspberries bring tartness and a pink tint, and the thyme adds a subtle herbal note.
It is one of many berry infused water recipes you can make without blending or sweetening the fruit. Serve it chilled on its own or alongside a meal.
What ingredients and ratio do you need?
This recipe uses approximately 150 g of berries and 2 thyme sprigs for 950 mL of water. The fruit and herb measurements are flexible: use the weights if you want the most consistent result, since berry sizes and sprig lengths vary.
- 950 mL water (4 cups)
- 75 g fresh blueberries (about 1/2 cup)
- 75 g fresh raspberries (about 2/3 cup)
- 5 g fresh thyme (about 2 sprigs, or roughly 1/8 cup loosely packed)
Choose clean, firm berries and fresh thyme with no slimy or wilted spots. Use a clean pitcher with a lid, or cover the pitcher before refrigerating. A spoon and a strainer are helpful but do not need to be specialized tools.
How do you make blueberry raspberry thyme water?
Prep time: 10 minutes
Refrigerated steep: 2 hours
Total time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Yield: About 4 cups (950 mL)
- Rinse the blueberries, raspberries and thyme gently under cool running water. Remove any damaged berries and shake off excess water.
- Add the berries and thyme to a clean pitcher. Lightly press a few berries with a spoon and gently bruise the thyme to release flavor; avoid crushing everything into a pulp.
- Pour in the 950 mL (4 cups) of water and stir gently. Cover the pitcher.
- Refrigerate for 2 hours, or up to 4 hours for a fuller flavor. Taste after 2 hours and strain sooner if the thyme is strong enough for you.
- Strain into glasses or leave the fruit in the pitcher while serving. Serve chilled, with ice if you like.
The flavor will be milder than juice because the fruit is steeped rather than blended. Lightly pressing some berries helps, but it also adds small pieces of fruit to the water; use a fine strainer if you prefer a clearer drink.
Why do blueberries, raspberries and thyme work together?
Blueberries give the blend a mellow berry base. Raspberries add a brighter, tart flavor and tend to color the water more quickly. Thyme balances the fruit with a savory, aromatic note, so a little is enough to start.
For a simpler berry flavor, see blueberry infused water or raspberry infused water; for the herb on its own, see thyme water.
The main benefit of blueberry raspberry thyme water is hydration. Whole berries contain fiber and nutrients, but the amounts transferred into steeped water are not established; eating the fruit provides more fiber than straining it out. There is no good evidence that this particular drink detoxifies the body: the liver and kidneys do most detoxification, while the lungs and gut help eliminate waste.
How should you store it?
Keep blueberry raspberry thyme water covered in the refrigerator, including while it steeps. Drink it within 24 hours for the best flavor, and discard it within 2 days or sooner if it becomes cloudy, slimy or sour-smelling.
Do not leave the pitcher at room temperature for more than 2 hours. If you strain out the fruit and herbs, continue to refrigerate the water rather than treating straining as a way to extend its storage time.
How can you vary the recipe?
Make it more fruit-forward
Gently press a few more berries before adding the water, or leave the pitcher to steep for closer to 4 hours in the refrigerator. Strain before serving if you do not want berry pieces in the glass. Frozen berries can also be used, though they may soften and release more color as they thaw.
Keep the thyme subtle
Start with 1 thyme sprig instead of 2 and taste after 2 hours. You can remove the thyme at that point and leave the berries in for the remainder of the steep. For a stronger herbal note, use the full 2 sprigs and taste before deciding whether to steep longer.
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Ai Infused Water Generator →Frequently asked questions
Can you make blueberry raspberry thyme water with sparkling water?
Yes. For the most fizz, steep the fruit and thyme in a little still water in the refrigerator, then add chilled sparkling water just before serving.
Can you eat the berries after infusing the water?
Yes, if the berries were handled safely and kept refrigerated. They may taste milder and feel softer after steeping.
Why does blueberry raspberry thyme water turn pink?
Berry pigments gradually move into the water, especially when the raspberries are lightly pressed. The exact color depends on the fruit and how long it steeps.