Plum Thyme Chile Infused Water: Refreshing Recipe for a Unique Flavor Experience
This Plum Thyme Infused Water is a refreshing and flavorful drink made with ripe plums, fresh thyme, and zesty lemon, perfect for hot days. Optional cucumber slices add a crisp touch, making it a beautiful and hydrating beverage. Enjoy the vibrant colors and delightful aroma as you sip on this revitalizing infusion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 135 minutes
- Yield: 8 cups 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe plums, pitted and sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced (optional for added freshness)
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 8 cups of filtered water
- Ice cubes (for serving)
Instructions
- Wash the plums: Rinse the plums under cold water to remove any dirt or pesticides. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- Slice the plums: Cut the plums in half, remove the pit, and slice each half into thin wedges.
- Prepare the thyme: Rinse fresh thyme leaves under cold water and strip them from the stems. If using dried thyme, measure out a teaspoon.
- Slice the cucumber: Wash and slice the cucumber into thin rounds (optional).
- Slice the lemon: Cut the lemon into thin rounds.
- Combine ingredients in a pitcher: In a large pitcher, add the sliced plums, thyme leaves, cucumber slices (if using), and lemon rounds.
- Add water: Pour 8 cups of filtered water over the ingredients in the pitcher.
- Stir gently: Gently stir the mixture to combine the flavors without mashing the fruit.
- Let it infuse: Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for the best flavor.
- Prepare to serve: Remove the pitcher from the refrigerator and admire the pink hue and aroma.
- Fill glasses with ice: Add ice cubes to each glass.
- Pour the infused water: Carefully pour the infused water into each glass, including some fruit and herbs.
- Garnish (optional): Garnish with a sprig of fresh thyme or a slice of lemon.
- Enjoy: Savor the vibrant colors and refreshing aroma before taking a sip.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, but best consumed within 24 hours.
- You can refill the pitcher with more water once or twice using the same fruit and herbs, but the flavor will diminish with each refill.
- Add slices of fresh jalapeño for a spicy kick, or experiment with other fruits like peaches or strawberries.
- Substitute thyme with mint, basil, or rosemary for different flavors.