Here’s how to make it 👇
💧 Cucumber, Lemon, and Cinnamon Water
Makes: 1 large pitcher (about 6–8 cups)
Prep Time: 5 min | Infuse Time: 2–4 hours (best overnight)
🥒 Ingredients
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1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
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1 lemon, thinly sliced (remove seeds)
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1 cinnamon stick (or ½ tsp ground cinnamon — optional, but stick gives better clarity)
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6–8 cups cold water
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Optional: a few fresh mint leaves or a drizzle of honey for natural sweetness
🪄 Instructions
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Assemble:
Add sliced cucumber, lemon, and the cinnamon stick to a large pitcher or jar. -
Add water:
Pour in 6–8 cups of cold, filtered water. Stir gently to mix. -
Infuse:
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, to let the flavors develop. -
Serve:
Pour over ice and garnish with extra lemon or cucumber slices.
💡 Tips
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The cinnamon stick gives a gentle warmth — if you like a stronger spice note, let it steep longer or add a second stick.
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Refill the pitcher with more water once or twice before replacing the ingredients (they’ll still infuse well).
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Don’t leave lemon slices in the water more than 24 hours — they can turn bitter.
🌿 Benefits (when enjoyed regularly)
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Cucumber: Hydrating and soothing.
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Lemon: Rich in vitamin C and aids digestion.
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Cinnamon: May help balance blood sugar and add gentle warmth to your metabolism.
Would you like me to give you a “warm version” — a detox-style cinnamon lemon infusion for sipping first thing in the morning?