Strawberry Pineapple Basil Water: Easy Recipe

Strawberry pineapple basil water is a chilled fruit-and-herb infusion that takes at least 2 hours 10 minutes to prepare and yields about 4 cups (950 mL). For another combination, try the ai infused water generator.

What is strawberry pineapple basil water?

Strawberry pineapple basil water is plain water infused with sliced strawberries, pineapple and fresh basil. It has a light fruit flavor rather than the sweetness or thickness of juice.

The fruit and herbs steep in the refrigerator, giving their flavors time to mingle. For more combinations with berries, browse these berry infused water recipes.

What ingredients and ratio do you need?

For one pitcher, use about 1 cup of chopped fruit and a small handful of basil for roughly 1 liter of water. This recipe divides the fruit evenly between strawberries and pineapple.

Water: 950 mL (4 cups)
Strawberries: about 75 g (1/2 cup), sliced
Pineapple: about 75 g (1/2 cup), chopped
Fresh basil: about 5 g (1/4 cup loosely packed, or 8–12 leaves)

The fruit measurements are approximate: the size of the pieces affects how much fits in a cup. Choose ripe fruit for the most noticeable flavor, and use a clean pitcher or covered jar large enough to hold the water and ingredients.

How do you make strawberry pineapple basil water?

Allow about 10 minutes for preparation, followed by at least 2 hours of refrigerated steeping.

Wash the strawberries, pineapple and basil under running water. Remove the strawberry tops and the pineapple skin and tough core.
Slice the strawberries and cut the pineapple into small pieces. Lightly bruise the basil leaves between your fingers to release their aroma.
Add the fruit and basil to a clean pitcher, then pour in the water and stir gently.
Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for 2–4 hours. Taste after 2 hours; leave it longer if you prefer a stronger infusion.
Serve chilled, with the fruit and basil in the pitcher or strained out. Return any remaining water to the refrigerator promptly.

For a clearer drink, strain the infusion before serving. For a more decorative glass, add a few pieces of the chilled fruit along with the water.

Why do strawberry, pineapple and basil pair well?

Strawberries add a soft berry flavor, while pineapple brings a sharper tropical note. Basil adds a fresh, herbal aroma that balances the fruit without making the water taste like juice.

You can explore each flavor separately in strawberry infused water, pineapple infused water and basil water. Together, they make plain water more flavorful without requiring added sugar.

The main benefit of strawberry pineapple basil water is hydration. Raw strawberries and pineapple contain vitamin C, but the amount that transfers into infused water is unknown; eating the fruit provides its nutrients and fiber. The liver and kidneys do most of the body's detoxification, while the lungs and gut also help eliminate waste.

How should you store strawberry pineapple basil water?

Keep the pitcher covered and refrigerated, including while it steeps. For the best flavor, drink the water within 24 hours; discard it after 48 hours at the latest, or sooner if it becomes cloudy, slimy or sour-smelling.

Straining out the fruit and basil can make pouring easier, but it does not extend the recommended storage time. Keep any fruit you plan to eat refrigerated as well, and discard it if it shows signs of spoilage.

How can you vary strawberry pineapple basil water?

Change the fruit balance

Use more strawberries for a softer berry flavor, or more pineapple for a brighter, tangier pitcher. Keep the total amount of fruit about the same if you want a similar strength.

Adjust the basil

Use fewer leaves for a subtle herbal note. If you enjoy a more noticeable basil aroma, lightly bruise the leaves before adding them rather than chopping them finely, which can make the water harder to strain.

Add sparkle when serving

Pour some of the prepared infusion into a glass and top it with chilled sparkling water. Adding the sparkling water at serving time helps preserve its bubbles, though it will make the fruit flavor lighter.