Blueberry Watermelon Mint Water: Easy Recipe

Blueberry watermelon mint water is a fruit-and-herb-infused drink that takes 2 hours 10 minutes to prepare, including steeping, and makes about four 1-cup servings.

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What is blueberry watermelon mint water?

Blueberry watermelon mint water is chilled water infused with blueberries, watermelon and fresh mint. The fruit and leaves flavor the water without blending, so the result is lighter and less sweet than a smoothie or juice.

It is an easy way to add variety to plain water without added sugar. The flavor is subtle at first and becomes more noticeable as the pitcher steeps in the refrigerator.

What ingredients and ratio do you need?

For a pitcher containing about 4 cups of water, use roughly 1 cup of fruit in total and a small handful of mint. This ratio leaves room for the water to pick up flavor without making the pitcher too crowded.

Water: 960 mL (4 cups)
Blueberries: about 75 g (1/2 cup)
Watermelon: about 75 g (1/2 cup), rind removed and flesh diced
Fresh mint leaves: about 5 g (1/4 cup, loosely packed)

Choose ripe watermelon and fresh mint for the most distinct flavor. The weights and cup measures are approximate because fruit pieces and leaves vary in size.

How do you make blueberry watermelon mint water?

Prep time: 10 minutes
Refrigerated steep time: 2 hours
Total time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Yield: About 4 servings, approximately 240 mL (1 cup) each

Wash your hands and a pitcher. Rinse the blueberries and mint under running water, and scrub the watermelon rind under running water before cutting it.
Prepare the fruit by removing the watermelon rind and cutting the flesh into small cubes. Lightly crush a few blueberries with the back of a spoon to help release their flavor.
Combine the blueberries, watermelon and mint in the pitcher. Pour in the water and stir gently.
Refrigerate for 2 hours, then taste. Serve over ice if you like, or strain out the fruit and mint before pouring.

For a stronger infusion, refrigerate for up to 4 hours before straining. The yield is approximate because some liquid may remain with the fruit or in the pitcher.

Why do blueberry, watermelon and mint work together?

Blueberries bring a mild berry flavor that deepens when a few are crushed. If you want to explore that flavor on its own, see blueberry infused water.

Watermelon adds a delicate, fresh fruit taste, while mint gives the finish a cool herbal note. Read more about watermelon infused water or mint water for their individual flavors.

The main benefit of the finished drink is hydration. Whole blueberries and watermelon contain nutrients, but the amount that transfers into infused water is uncertain; eating the fruit provides more of its nutrients and fiber than drinking the strained water alone.

This drink does not detoxify the body. The liver and kidneys do most of that work, while the lungs and gut also help eliminate waste.

How should you store it?

Keep blueberry watermelon mint water refrigerated, including while it steeps. For the best flavor, drink it within 24 hours of preparation; discard any remainder after 2 days, or sooner if it becomes cloudy, slimy or sour-smelling.

Straining the fruit and mint after steeping can help keep their flavors from becoming too strong. Use a clean, covered pitcher or transfer the strained water to a clean, covered container, and do not leave it at room temperature for more than a few hours.

How can you vary blueberry watermelon mint water?

Make the berry flavor stronger

Lightly crush a few more blueberries before adding the water. The drink may become cloudier and take on more color, but it will still be lighter than a blended drink.

Give the mint a lighter touch

Use fewer mint leaves if you want the fruit to stand out. You can also strain the mint out after steeping rather than leaving it in the pitcher for serving.

Serve it sparkling

Steep the fruit and mint in part of the still water, then add chilled sparkling water just before serving. Keep the total liquid close to 960 mL (4 cups) for a similar fruit-to-water ratio.