It’s officially summer here in Southern Illinois. It’s been in the mid 80’s all week. One way I like to cool off is by drinking water. I just love this Blackberry Mint Infused Water! I actually like drinking water but sometimes the plain ol water is just boring. Adding fruit and herbs make it enjoyable and taste delicious. This is such a refreshing drink and its darn pretty.
My neighbor Amy from A Blossoming Life has a garden and gave me a generous amount of mint. I already had some blackberries in the ice box and thought the two would be good together. I was right! This flavor combo is defiantly a winner. It almost reminds me of the Blackberry Clearly Canadian. Do you remember those? They were a special treat in my house growing up. I think they were kind of pricey so we only got them occasionally.
There really is no exact recipe for the infused water. All I did some mash about a handful of blackberries releasing their juices into a pitcher. Then I rubbed the mint in my hands to release the oils and placed them in the same pitcher. Just add water and let infuse for at least 2 hours. I recommend over night for full flavor. You and your family can drink the blackberry mint infused water on a daily basis or serve at a summer party or bbq.
What other flavored water combos do you like?
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Sarah @ SnixyKitchen says
Yes! It’s too darn hot here this week and I could use a quick refresher. I’ve also got a bundle of mint leftover from Mother’s Day agua fresca. Definitely going to put this together:)
The Casual Craftlete says
Oh, agua fresca sounds yummy! Thanks for stopping by, Sarah! Hope you like the blackberry mint water 🙂
Jenn@slim-shoppin says
I enjoyed watermelon slices and lemon slices infused water. so good! I need to try the mint though.
The Casual Craftlete says
I do lemon too but have never tried watermelon. Thanks for the idea. Hope you like my blackberry mint water 🙂
Sami says
wow, this looks so good! I just love blackberries and black current anything! I’m def. going to have to try it this summer!
Thanks…pinned!
The Casual Craftlete says
Thanks for stopping by and pinning, Sami! I love blackberries too. Hope you like the infused water 🙂
Cris says
I`ve never tried infused water with blackberry and mint..but it looks delicious!
The Casual Craftlete says
I love this flavor combo, Cris! Hope you try it out 🙂
Christine says
I love the raspberry water but after seeing yours I think I found a new favorite!
The Casual Craftlete says
Thanks Christine! Hope you like the blackberry. I’m so thrilled you stopped by. Have a lovely weekend!
Carrie This Home says
I’m going to have to try this–I drink way too much coffee and flavored drinks with a lot of chemicals in them. This would be so much healthier and it looks so refreshing, too!
The Casual Craftlete says
SO much healthier, Carrie! You can add any fruit and herb combo you like too. It’s fun to experiment 🙂
Made From Pinterest says
I have such a hard time chugging water but I know I need to drink more of it! I will have to try this out, thanks!
The Casual Craftlete says
Thanks for stopping by! Hope you do try out the infused water. I think it’s really good. Hope you have a lovely weekend 🙂
Elizabeth says
This looks so delicious and refreshing. It is making me thirsty! I definitely love mint and want to try to grow it this year. I already have several other herbs in the works. I guess I will be on the hunt! Thanks for a great post! Now…off to get a drink.
The Casual Craftlete says
You can also use sage if you are growing that. I love experimenting with different fruits and herbs.
Anne says
This does sound delicious! I’ve tried the lemon cucumber combination before, but I have a hard time with cucumber in water. Maybe the blackberry would add enough sweet? I’m glad I found your post through the Monday Funday link party.
The Casual Craftlete says
Thanks for stopping by, Anne! Try some berries…they are a lot sweeter than cucumbers. Hope you have a lovely weekend!
Katie @ Upcycled Treasures says
Not only does this look like the perfect refreshing drink on a warm summer day, but your photos are beautiful! Thanks for sharing at The Makers! Pinned 🙂
The Casual Craftlete says
Aw, thanks so much for the sweet comment, Katie. Hope you have a lovely Memorial Day weekend! P.S. I shared your fabulous wood slice thumbtacks on my FB page today…love them!
Jen says
I’m straight up obsessed with infused water right now, thanks to pitcher with a handy little core for infusing that I got for Mother’s Day. This combo sounds delicious!
The Casual Craftlete says
Oh yay…what a great mother’s day gift! Hope you like the infused water. This flavor combo is amazing!
Marilyn Clark says
Wow, this looks delicious and refreshing! 😀
The Casual Craftlete says
Thanks Marilyn! I think it is. Hope you like it 🙂 I am so glad you stopped by!
Christine says
Gosh that looks delicious!! So refreshing!
The Casual Craftlete says
Thanks Christine! I’m loving the blackberry and mint together. Hope you have a lovely weekend, sweet lady!
Corey @ TinySidekick says
yummmm! I love jazzing up my water so I drink more of it and it keeps me off of soda. I agree, water can get so boring. I never thought of this combo and can’t wait to try it! Thanks for sharing at The Makers 🙂 Pinning!
The Casual Craftlete says
I love this combo, Corey! I hope you try it out and let me know if you do. Hope you have a fabulous weekend!
Heather @ French Press says
gorgeous pictures! and I just love infused water.
The Casual Craftlete says
Thank you SO much for the lovely comment, Heather! I love the blackberry and mint together 🙂
deb says
Love infused waters! Made them all last summer. I have lots of mint..why didn’t I ever think about using it?? OY! My brain has turned to much! LOL Thanks for sharing and making me remember the mint!!
*hugs*deb
The Casual Craftlete says
Hehe…I’m glad I could inspire you to use your mint, Deb! Hope you like it. Thanks for stopping by!
Leslie says
This would be perfect refresher for the middle of the day. I’m stopping by from the link up & I hope your having a great Wednesday.
The Casual Craftlete says
Thanks for stopping by, Leslie! Hope you like the blackberry mint infused water 🙂
Nici says
This sounds like an amazingly refreshing drink! I love the addition of the mint! Thanks for linking up to my Creative Ways Link Party this week! Have a wonderful Memorial Day Weekend!
Blessings,
Nici
The Casual Craftlete says
This flavor combo is great! Thanks for hosting and letting me share 🙂
Shanti @ Everyday Bohemian says
I love this!! Thanks for the idea — I love blackberries and bet this is delicious!
The Casual Craftlete says
You are welcome! Thanks for stopping by. Hope you have a lovely weekend!
Vicky says
Hi Katie! I’m stopping by from Mouthwatering Fridays. I’ve made a few infused waters before and they’re definitely a great way to spice up some plain old water. This looks like a delicious combination. And I totally used to love Clearly Canadian when I was growing up too. I used to get them from our local bagel place!
The Casual Craftlete says
How fun! My husband doesn’t remember Clearly Canadian, so I thought I would ask around. Hope you like the infused water. I think this flavor combo is great!
Simply called food says
Hi! Dropping by from Put a bird on it! I love flavoured water, adding mint is so refreshing, great combination especially with the upcoming summer! Thanks!
The Casual Craftlete says
Thanks for stopping by! Hope you like this infused water flavor. Have a lovely weekend!
Cheryl@ Sew Can Do says
I’m trying to drink less sugary stuff this summer so will have to try this. Found you at the SITS DIY link up. Would love for you to link this to my Craftastic party too: http://www.sewcando.com/2014/05/a-new-craftastic-monday-link-party.html
The Casual Craftlete says
Thanks so much for stopping by and for the invite, Cheryl! Hope you have a lovely weekend!!
Krayl @ AnAppealingPlan says
This looks super refreshing! Perfect for the upcoming Memorial Day Weekend. Thanks for posting on the SITSgirls link up! Pinned!
The Casual Craftlete says
Thanks for stopping by, Krayl! Hope you like the infused water. Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend!!!
Shelly says
This looks delicious. I’ve made mint infused water before but I haven’t added berries. I’m going to have to give this a try. Thanks for sharing it.
The Casual Craftlete says
Thanks! I hope you like it. Berries just brighten up water and taste so good. I’m so glad you stopped by, Shelly!
Katherine says
Hi sweetie! I’m hopping over from the SITS linky party today. Love this fresh and wonderful drink anything with berries gets a yes please from me! I hope you shared at my Thursday hop too ( you can link up through Sat) Hugs!
Alex | Thrifty Below says
This looks so delicious! I usually kick it old school and just add lemon to my water, but as summer approaches I’ve been seeing a lot of these fruit and herb combos, so I think I need to try something new! I pinned this to try later. Yum!
Stopping by from the Creative Ways link party.
Natasha in Oz says
That looks so refreshing and delicious too!
Best wishes and have a happy weekend.
Natasha in Oz
Tanya says
This looks and sounds amazing Katie!! I love the flavor blend too, good idea. Thank you so much for sharing at the Inspiration Monday party, pinning & sharing on FB today 🙂
xo, Tanya
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Natalie says
Sounds delicious! I will have to try this with my new infuser pitcher 🙂
Visiting from the Do Tell Tuesday linky
Natashalh says
This looks amazing and your photos are gorgeous! We have lots and lots of mint, too. Now I just need to find some blackberries!
Summer says
I just love how fresh this looks – I bet it tastes so good and refreshing! Thanks for linking up at The Creative Exchange linky party!