Watermelon Apricot Water: Easy Infused Water Recipe
Watermelon apricot water is chilled water infused with fresh watermelon and apricot; it takes about 2 hours 10 minutes in total and makes approximately 4 cups (950 mL). For another combination, try the ai infused water generator.
What is watermelon apricot water?
Watermelon apricot water is a lightly flavored drink made by steeping cut fruit in cold water. The fruit stays in pieces rather than being blended, so the drink is clearer and milder than a smoothie or juice.
It is one of many melon infused water recipes you can make in a covered pitcher. Serve it with the fruit in the glass or strain the pieces out before drinking.
What ingredients and ratio do you need?
Use approximately equal amounts of watermelon and apricot, with about 1 cup of chopped fruit for 4 cups of water. The weights and cup measures below are approximate because the size of the fruit pieces affects how they fit in a cup.
| Ingredient | Metric amount | US amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh watermelon, rind removed and chopped | 75 g | About 1/2 cup |
| Fresh apricot, pitted and sliced | 75 g | About 1/2 cup |
| Cold drinking water | 950 mL | 4 cups |
Choose ripe fruit for the fullest flavor. A fragrant, slightly soft apricot adds more flavor than a hard, underripe one; avoid fruit that is moldy or spoiled. Remove the apricot pit before adding the slices to the pitcher.
How do you make watermelon apricot water?
Allow about 10 minutes to prepare the fruit, followed by 2 hours in the refrigerator. For a stronger infusion, you can leave it to steep for up to 4 hours.
- Rinse the watermelon and apricot under running water before cutting them.
- Cut away the watermelon rind and chop the flesh. Remove and discard the apricot pit, then slice the flesh.
- Add the prepared fruit to a clean pitcher and pour in the cold drinking water.
- Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for 2 hours. Taste it, then continue steeping for up to 4 hours if you prefer more fruit flavor.
- Serve the water cold, with the fruit pieces or strained into glasses. Refrigerate any remaining water promptly.
The yield is approximately 4 cups; the amount you pour may vary slightly if you strain out the fruit. You can eat the fruit separately rather than discarding it.
Why do watermelon and apricot pair well?
Watermelon contributes a mild, sweet melon flavor, while apricot adds a more fragrant, slightly tart stone-fruit note. Together, they make a gently flavored drink without requiring a sweetener.
For a simpler melon flavor, see watermelon infused water. For more of the stone-fruit flavor, explore apricot infused water.
The main benefit of the drink is hydration. The whole fruits provide nutrients, but the amount that transfers into the water during steeping has not been measured for this recipe. Eating the fruit adds its nutrients and calories; the steeped water itself is generally very low in calories.
Water helps support normal body functions, but it does not need to “flush toxins.” The liver and kidneys do most of the body's detoxification.
How should you store watermelon apricot water?
Keep the pitcher covered and refrigerated. Drink the water within 24 hours for the best flavor, and discard it after 2 days or sooner if it becomes cloudy, slimy or sour-smelling.
Count the storage time from when you prepare the pitcher, even if you strain the fruit out later. Do not leave the water at room temperature for more than a few hours. Use a clean utensil when removing fruit, and keep any fruit you plan to eat refrigerated as well.
How can you vary watermelon apricot water?
Adjust the fruit balance
Use more watermelon for a milder melon flavor, or more apricot for a more noticeable tart note. Keep the total amount of chopped fruit close to the recipe amount so the pitcher remains easy to pour.
Add a fresh herb
A small sprig of mint can add a fresh aroma without overpowering the fruit. Rinse the herb before adding it, and steep it in the refrigerator with the watermelon and apricot.
Make it sparkling
Steep the fruit in still water as directed, then add a splash of unflavored sparkling water to each glass just before serving. This keeps the bubbles from dissipating during the refrigerator steep.
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Ai Infused Water Generator →Frequently asked questions
Can I use frozen fruit for watermelon apricot water?
Yes. Plain frozen fruit can be used, though it may become softer as it thaws. Choose fruit without added sugar if you want the flavor to remain close to the fresh-fruit recipe.
Does watermelon apricot water contain fiber?
The steeped water is not a reliable source of fiber. If you eat the fruit pieces, you also get the fiber in the fruit.
Can children drink watermelon apricot water?
Children who are old enough to drink water can have it. For young children, strain out the fruit pieces to reduce choking risk.