Plum Pear Water: Recipe and How to Make It

Plum pear water is a fruit-infused drink made by steeping sliced plum and pear in water; it takes 2 hours and 10 minutes and yields about 1 liter (4¼ US cups).

What is plum pear water?

Plum pear water is plain water flavored with fresh fruit rather than juice or a blended purée. The slices stay in the pitcher while the water chills, giving it a subtle fruity taste without added sweetener.

It is one of many stone fruit infused water recipes you can make in a pitcher. The finished drink will be milder than fruit juice, and its flavor will depend on the ripeness of the fruit.

What ingredients and ratio do you need?

For about 1 liter of plum pear water, use:

• Plum: 75 g (about ½ cup), sliced, with the pit removed
• Pear: 75 g (about ½ cup), sliced, with the core removed
• Water: 1 liter (about 4¼ US cups)

This ratio uses about 150 g, or roughly 1 cup, of sliced fruit per liter of water. The cup measurements are approximate because the shape and thickness of the slices affect how they fit in a cup. Weigh the prepared fruit if you want a more consistent ratio.

Choose ripe fruit that is firm enough to slice. A fragrant pear and a ripe plum will give the water more flavor than unripe fruit. Leave the edible skins on for color, but wash both fruits under running water before cutting them.

How do you make plum pear water?

Prep time: 10 minutes
Refrigerated steep: 2 hours
Total time: 2 hours and 10 minutes
Yield: About 1 liter (4¼ US cups)

1. Wash the plum and pear under running water.
2. Remove the plum pit and pear core, then thinly slice 75 g (about ½ cup) of each fruit.
3. Add the fruit to a clean pitcher and pour in 1 liter (about 4¼ US cups) of water.
4. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for 2 hours. Taste the water, then serve it with the fruit or strain the slices out.

For another combination, try the ai infused water generator.

For a stronger fruit flavor, continue steeping in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours. Thin slices expose more of the fruit to the water; avoid mashing or blending them if you want a clear, lightly flavored drink.

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Why do plum and pear work well together?

Plum brings a slightly tart, fragrant flavor, while pear contributes a milder sweetness. Together they make a balanced infusion that tastes of fruit without requiring a large amount of either one.

For a simpler comparison, try plum infused water or pear infused water on its own. Steeping fruit does not transfer all of its fiber or nutrients into the water, and the amounts transferred can vary.

The main benefit of plum pear water is that it can make drinking water more appealing. Hydration supports normal body functions; the liver and kidneys do most of the body's detoxification, while the lungs and gut also help eliminate waste.

How should you store plum pear water?

Keep the pitcher covered and refrigerated, including while the fruit is steeping. For the best flavor, drink the water within 24 hours. Discard it after 2–3 days, or sooner if it becomes cloudy, slimy or sour-smelling; do not rely on appearance or smell alone to judge safety.

If you strain out the fruit, keep the water refrigerated. Use a clean glass or utensil when serving rather than drinking directly from the pitcher, especially if you plan to share it.

How can you vary plum pear water?

Change the fruit balance

For a tarter drink, use more plum and less pear. For a gentler flavor, reverse the proportions. Keep the combined fruit amount at about 150 g (roughly 1 cup) per liter of water so the drink remains a light infusion.

Adjust the steep

Taste the water after 2 hours, then leave it in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours if you want more flavor. Strain the fruit when the taste suits you. A longer steep will not make it as concentrated as juice.

Add fresh herbs

Try a few washed mint leaves for a fresh note, or use the guideline amount of 8–12 leaves per liter for a more noticeable herbal flavor. Add them with the fruit before refrigerating, and strain them out before serving if you prefer.