Raspberry Infused Water: Easy Recipe and Ratios

Raspberry infused water is water flavored with raspberries, and this recipe takes 2 hours 5 minutes and makes about 1 liter (4¼ US cups). Try the ai infused water generator to explore other proportions.

What is raspberry infused water?

Raspberry infused water is a type of fruit infused water made by letting raspberries steep in drinking water. The fruit lends a gentle flavor without needing to be blended or sweetened.

The result is milder than raspberry juice. You can strain out the berries before serving or leave them in the pitcher while you pour.

What ingredients and ratio do you need?

Use approximately 1 cup of raspberries per 1 liter of water. This recipe makes about four servings of roughly 250 mL each.

Ingredients

• 150 g raspberries, about 1 US cup
• 1,000 mL drinking water, about 4¼ US cups

Recipe timing

• Hands-on preparation: 5 minutes
• Refrigerated steep: 2 hours
• Total time: 2 hours 5 minutes
• Yield: About 1 liter (4¼ US cups)

The berries may absorb a little water, so the amount you pour can vary. Use a clean pitcher or covered jar large enough to hold the water and fruit.

How do you make raspberry infused water?

1. Rinse the raspberries gently under running water and discard any that are moldy or spoiled.
2. Add the raspberries to a clean pitcher or jar.
3. Pour in the drinking water and cover the container.
4. Refrigerate for 2 hours to let the raspberry flavor infuse.
5. Serve the raspberry infused water chilled, straining out the berries if you prefer.

Keep the pitcher refrigerated between servings. If you strain the water, use a clean strainer and a clean container.

How long should raspberry infused water steep?

Steep raspberry infused water in the refrigerator for 2–4 hours for fuller flavor. The recipe uses 2 hours, so you can taste it then and leave it longer if you prefer a stronger infusion.

Flavor will vary with the ripeness and tartness of the raspberries. Keep the container covered while it steeps, rather than leaving it on the counter.

How should you store raspberry infused water?

Keep raspberry infused water refrigerated and drink it within 24 hours for the best flavor. Discard it after 2 days, or sooner if it becomes cloudy, slimy or sour-smelling.

Do not leave the pitcher at room temperature for more than a few hours. If you serve it away from the refrigerator, keep it chilled and return any remaining water promptly.

A clean, covered container helps protect the drink in the fridge. Make a fresh batch when the stored water is past its recommended time rather than adding fresh water to the old fruit.

What variations can you make?

For a different flavor combination, try raspberry lime mint water. You can also adjust the amount of raspberries in the basic recipe to make the flavor lighter or more pronounced.

If you change the amount of fruit, keep the same refrigerated steeping and storage guidance. Taste the water after 2 hours and decide whether you want to steep it longer.

What are the benefits of raspberry infused water?

Raspberry infused water provides hydration and can be an appealing alternative to a sweetened drink. See more about raspberry infused water benefits.

Your liver and kidneys do most of the body's detoxification, while the lungs and gut help eliminate waste. Raspberry infused water supports hydration; it does not flush toxins from the body.

The nutrients in whole raspberries are not automatically present in the same amounts in the strained water. For a discussion of raspberry infused water for weight loss, the key distinction is that it can replace a higher-calorie drink, but it does not burn fat.

Who should be careful with raspberry infused water?

Avoid raspberry infused water if you have a raspberry allergy. Seek emergency help if an exposure causes trouble breathing or swelling of the tongue or throat.

If you have been told to limit fluids for a medical condition, ask your healthcare professional how this drink fits your plan. For more precautions, see raspberry infused water side effects.

What else should you know about raspberry infused water?

Raspberries vary naturally in sweetness, so one batch may taste more tart than another. Serve the water as it is, or pour it over ice for a colder drink; melting ice will gradually dilute the flavor.

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