I have always loved putting citrus in my water. It wasn’t until I started volunteering in the lunchroom at our school that I heard the term spa water. The first time I was asked by a child for spa water, I was confused. I had to ask one of the lunch ladies what it was. There at the end of the counter was a large container of water with a variety of fruit inside. That is spa water.
Well, now I felt all fancy since I’d been putting citrus slices in my water for years. Who knew I was cutting edge with my citrus spa water! It’s the easiest thing you will ever make! The second easiest is probably my fresh strawberry lemonade. Citrus spa water is a refreshing choice on a hot day, after a workout or while relaxing poolside or at the beach.
My new favorite, beautiful pitcher holds about four cups of water. My favorite citrus fruits to use for water are lemons and limes, though you could add orange slices too. Sometimes I like to mix up the fruits. Other favorite combinations include strawberry and lemon, strawberry lime, 3 berry consisting of strawberry, raspberry, and blueberry, and pineapple.
Citrus Spa Water
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Chilling Time:
1 hour
Total Time:
1 hour 10 minutes
Citrus spa water is refreshing after a workout or day at the beach but also nice to sip while reading a good book poolside.
Ingredients
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 lime, sliced
- 32 ounces water
Instructions
- In a pitcher, add half the lemon and lime slices, reserving remaining citrus for garnish. Fill pitcher with cold water.
- Place pitcher in refrigerator for at least 1 - 2 hours before serving so the citrus can flavor the water.
- Garnish serving glasses with a citrus wheel or wedge. Serve.
Notes
Before storing remaining water, remove citrus.
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Anne Lawton says
I love the citrus in this water, and that jar is a great idea when you are on the road!
Jolene says
I drink so much water and I’m always looking for ways to make it more interesting, thank you!
Hannah Lewis says
Oh this is one of my favorite ways to drink more water – yum!
Jersey Girl Cooks says
I never drink enough water so this is a good way to do it!
Anne Lawton says
This is such a refreshing way to drink water and I love pitcher
Ros says
I attempted lemon water a while ago but it came out way too strong. Thanks to your recipe I realize I needed to use way more water! Thanks for sharing! Can’t wait to do this tomorrow.
xo Ros
Jaida ~ Sweet Beginnings says
This sounds so perfectly refreshing!
Christie says
I just have to shake my head with spa water. To me, it’s just flavored water or infused water. Spa water! LOL I love your pitcher, btw. I might have to get one for myself and make my own infused water.
Jolene says
Love the pitcher! I drink tons of water, it definitely gets boring at times. Great way to liven it up!
Cheese Curd In Paradise says
I have this pitcher as well and it is wonderful for infused water like this one. I love citrus in my water- so refreshing!
Hezzi-D says
Since I’m at the spa today this sounds perfect! I’ve always been a fan of citrus in my water as well.
Karen says
Easy peasy and so refreshing! Love that you heard the term from a child!