Raspberry Apricot Water: Recipe & How to Make It

Raspberry apricot water is chilled water infused with raspberries and apricots; it takes 2 hours and 10 minutes and makes about 4 cups (950 mL). For a different fruit ratio, try the ai infused water generator.

What is raspberry apricot water?

Raspberry apricot water is a fruit-infused drink made by steeping fresh raspberries and sliced apricots in cold water. The raspberries add a tart berry flavor, while the apricots bring a softer, fragrant note.

Unlike a smoothie, the fruit is steeped rather than blended, so the finished drink is mostly water. It’s one of many berry infused water recipes that can make plain water more appealing without added sugar.

What ingredients and ratio do you need?

Use about 1 cup of prepared fruit for 1 liter of water. The following amounts make a balanced pitcher, with enough raspberry to taste without covering the apricot.

Water: 1,000 mL (about 4¼ US cups), cold
Raspberries: 60 g (about ½ cup), fresh
Apricots: 85 g (about ½ cup), sliced and pitted

Choose ripe, fragrant apricots for the best flavor. They should yield slightly to gentle pressure, but don’t need to be soft enough to mash. Leave the skin on, and measure the apricot after removing the pits and slicing the flesh.

The fruit measurements are approximate: berry and slice sizes vary, so use the weights if you want the most repeatable ratio. A clean pitcher or large jar with a lid is useful for steeping and storage.

How do you make raspberry apricot water?

Allow about 10 minutes for preparation and at least 2 hours for refrigerated steeping.

Rinse the raspberries and apricots under running water. Gently drain the raspberries.
Cut the apricots into thin slices and discard the pits.
Add the raspberries and apricot slices to a clean pitcher, then pour in the cold water.
Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for 2 hours. For a stronger infusion, steep for up to 4 hours.
Strain out the fruit if you prefer a clear drink, or leave it in while serving. Pour the raspberry apricot water into glasses, over ice if you like.

Thin apricot slices expose more of the flesh to the water. Keep the raspberries whole for a clearer drink, and give the pitcher a gentle stir before serving to distribute the flavor.

Why do raspberries and apricots pair well?

Raspberries have a bright, tart flavor that balances the mild sweetness and floral aroma of ripe apricots. The combination is delicate rather than syrupy, especially when the fruit is steeped without added sweetener.

Both raspberry infused water and apricot infused water highlight one side of this pairing on its own. Together, they offer a way to add variety to water while keeping hydration at the center of the drink.

Whole raspberries and apricots contain fiber and vitamin C, but the amount that transfers into steeped water is uncertain; eating the fruit provides more of its fiber. Water supports normal body functions, while the liver and kidneys do most of the body’s detoxification.

How should you store raspberry apricot water?

Keep raspberry apricot water covered and refrigerated, and drink it within 24 hours for the best flavor. Discard it after 2 days, or sooner if it develops unexpected cloudiness, a slimy texture or a sour smell.

Refrigerate it as soon as you’ve assembled it, and return any leftover pitcher to the fridge after serving. Straining out the fruit makes pouring easier, but it doesn’t remove the need for refrigeration. Don’t leave the drink at room temperature for more than a few hours.

How can you vary raspberry apricot water?

Make the raspberry flavor stronger

Use a little more raspberry and a little less apricot, keeping the total amount of fruit about the same. This shifts the balance toward tart berry flavor without changing the basic water ratio.

Let the apricot stand out

Reverse the balance by using more sliced apricot and fewer raspberries. Choose ripe fruit and slice it thinly so its gentle flavor has time to infuse.

Adjust the strength in the glass

For a stronger drink, use the longer end of the 2–4 hour steep. For a milder one, add cold water or ice when serving rather than changing the whole pitcher.