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Rosemary Citrus Water

By: Erin Indahl-Fink
Modified: January 29, 2025 - Published: March 19, 2024 - 17 Comments

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Wondering how to make rosemary water to drink? This simple, refreshing rosemary water recipe is amazing! Beneficial in skin and hair health, reducing inflammation, and improving digestion, this easy rosemary citrus water is one to keep in your refrigerator all the time!

Glass of rosemary water with sliced lemon, lime and orange, with sprigs of rosemary on the side.

Are you drinking enough water? Does regular, plain water get boring after a while. A great option to change up the flavor of your drinking water is to add citrus and herbs.

This rosemary water recipe is super simple and a great option to keep in your refrigerator when you want to meet your water goal. This recipe for rosemary water needs just rosemary and fresh citrus. Keep a pitcher in your refrigerator and refill your glass or tumbler often to keep you refreshed and hydrated.

Two sprigs of rosemary with lemon, lime and orange slices sitting on a yellow napkin.
Sliced lemon, lime and orange with long sprigs of fresh rosemary in a clear glass pitcher.

What do I need to make rosemary water to drink?

To make rosemary citrus water you’ll need filtered water, fresh rosemary sprigs, a lemon, lime and orange.

Where do I get filtered water?

You can easily filter water at home by using a water filter pitcher. I’ve been using this Brita water filter pitcher for years. It fits well in your refrigerator and the filters can be found at most retailers.

You can also buy filtered water by the gallon at your local grocery store. However, the single-use plastic jug generates quite a bit of plastic. I recommend filtering it yourself. It is much more economical and better on the environment.

What’s the difference between filtered water and distilled water?

Filtered water has gone through a basic filtration process eliminating impurities and contaminates. It retains essential minerals and electrolytes and has some taste from remaining minerals. Filtered water is ideal for drinking and consuming.

Distilled water is boiled until steam is created, then condensed and captured in a container. This water is not ideal for drinking as the boiling process takes out all minerals, salt and electrolytes and leaves an undesirable taste. Distilled water, although safe to drink, is not intended for drinking. It’s primary purpose is for use in appliances and machinery.

Filtered water being poured into a clear glass pitcher with rosemary and sliced oranges, limes and lemons.
A glass pitcher with rosemary water that has fresh rosemary sprigs and sliced lemon, lime and orange.

How do I make rosemary water to drink?

To a large water pitcher, add fresh rosemary sprigs along with the sliced lemon, lime and orange. You could also add a sliced grapefruit, if you like the flavor.

Pour cold, filtered water over the rosemary and sliced citrus. Let the rosemary water steep to allow the citrus juices and rosemary infuse the water.

Refrigerate the water and refill your water glass or tumbler thought the day to stay hydrated.

Rosemary water being poured into a glass with a rosemary sprig and sliced citrus in the glass.
A glass of rosemary citrus water with fresh rosemary sprigs on the side and sliced lemon, lime and orange in the glass.

What are the benefits to drinking rosemary water?

There are numerous benefits to drinking rosemary infused water. Here are some of the best benefits:

  • Hydration: drinking water is the best way to hydrate your body. Hydration benefits digestion, your metabolism and numerous other systems in your body.
  • Digestion: drinking water helps aid in digestion and helps your ability to stay regular.
  • Healthy skin, hair and nails: drinking rosemary water helps aid in creating healthy hair, skin and nails. Staying adequately hydrated along with the benefits of the citrus and rosemary, creates an optimal environment for new cell growth in the body.
  • Healthy alternative to soda: drinking a flavored water, like this rosemary citrus water, is much more optimal than drinking soda. Drinking excessive amounts of soda has proven to be unhealthy and contributes to being overweight or obese.
  • No added sugar: this rosemary water recipe is a great no sugar added drink that has a delightful flavor. Are you looking to remove excess sugar from your life? Check out my post for How I Gave Up Sugar.
Glass of rosemary water held in a hand with sliced lemon, lime, orange and a rosemary sprig inside the glass.

How much water should I drink in a day?

It is recommended that we drink half of our body weight in ounces per day. For example, if you weigh 150 lbs., it is recommended you drink 75 ounces of water in a day.

What can I add to water to make it taste better?

In addition to rosemary and citrus, you can add other fruits and vegetables to your water to add flavor. Some enjoy fresh sliced cucumbers, strawberries, raspberries, watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, and fresh herbs like basil and oregano. Try this cucumber water recipe by Eating On A Dime.

How long does rosemary infused water last?

Rosemary water will last for up to three days when kept refrigerated. I personally like to keep it only 24 hours, as the citrus rinds can begin to make the water bitter overtime.

Glass of rosemary water with slices of orange, lemon, lime and a sprig of rosemary in the glass.

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Rosemary Citrus Water

Erin Indahl-Fink
This Rosemary Citrus Water is a delicious, easy way to stay hydrated. It can be used as a detox drink, or when making a priority of clean eating.
4.34 from 6 votes
A glass of rosemary citrus water with fresh rosemary sprigs on the side and sliced lemon, lime and orange in the glass.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 10 kcal

Equipment

  • Water Pitcher This simple tall glass water pitcher is perfect for keeping your rosemary water in the fridge.
  • Brita Water Filter I use and love my Brita Water Filter pitcher. I always have filtered water for my coffee and for filling my tumblers for drinking.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lemon sliced
  • 1 lime sliced
  • 1 orange sliced
  • 3-5 rosemary sprigs
  • 64 oz. filtered water cold

Instructions
 

  • In a large pitcher, add the sliced lemon, lime, orange and rosemary. Pour the filtered water over the top. Add ice if you prefer. Keep refrigerated and consume throughout the day.

Notes

Store the water in a pitcher in your refrigerator. Refill your glass, tumbler or mug throughout the day. Make it a goal to drink the entire 64 oz of water.
I recommend using a refillable filtered water pitcher to keep filtered water on hand. I ‘ve been using my Brita Water Pitcher for years! You can buy filtered water by the gallon, but it is much more expensive and generates excessive amounts of single-use plastic.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 10kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 24mgPotassium: 114mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 88IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 39mgIron: 0.3mg
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  1. Chris at Hye Thyme Cafe says

    04.01.2014 at 4:02 pm

    Trying to taste this one in my mind. I have certainly had drinks with mint in them, so why not rosemary??? Hmmmm, still thinking lol. Not too “piney?” I actually have some rosemary at the moment. Going out shortly, but I’ll have to give this one a try when I get home. 🙂 [#TastyTuesdays]

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    • delightful.e.made@gmail.com says

      04.01.2014 at 8:15 pm

      Hi Chris! Nope, it was not piney at all. I drank about 40 oz. of it today, and the two stems gave it a very subtle, mild flavor. Not piney or overpowering. Definitely give it a try. Start with a small amount, as you can always add more if you feel you need more rosemary. Good luck and enjoy! ~Erin

      Reply
  2. Sarah@WholeAndHeavenlyOven says

    04.05.2014 at 9:57 am

    So gorgeous and fresh-looking! I love the combination of citrus and rosemary!

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  3. Joy @ Yesterfood says

    04.06.2014 at 3:26 pm

    Erin, this may be the prettiest drink ever! I love anything citrus, and I have a big shrub of rosemary in the side yard. This just *looks* like spring, and I know it must smell delicious! Thank you so much for sharing it with us at Treasure Box Tuesday- PINNED! ♥

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    • delightful.e.made@gmail.com says

      04.06.2014 at 3:59 pm

      You’re so very welcome, Joy! Its super refreshing, and makes plain old water, taste and smell so good!! Hope you get to enjoy! ~Erin

      Reply
  4. Karly says

    04.08.2014 at 3:46 am

    Hi Erin!

    This is such a beautiful-looking drink, and it sounds delicious as well!
    I featured your recipe for this week’s Tasty Tuesdays, and I hope you’ll stop by and linkup with me again this week!

    http://mrsthreeinthree.com/2014/04/tasty-tuesdays-56.html

    -Karly

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  5. a quiet life says

    04.13.2014 at 9:54 pm

    your photos are SO gorgeous! i have all of those trees and hedges of rosemary, they have never looked as stunning as your pics!

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    • delightful.e.made@gmail.com says

      04.14.2014 at 12:06 pm

      Thanks so very much!! xoxo

      Reply
  6. Jen says

    04.15.2014 at 9:18 pm

    This water looks delish and your photos are absolutely stunning. I love to make water with cucumber and mint in the dead of summer. This seems like a great option for Spring. I’m trying this ASAP – thank you for sharing!

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  7. Celeste says

    04.15.2014 at 9:54 pm

    Such pretty photos. I’m pinning this to try… thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  8. Rachel Kathyg @ onlinesisterhood says

    05.23.2014 at 5:13 am

    Wow. This looks wonderfully refreshing. pinned to try:) found at pretty pintastic party! Congratulations on the feature:) Have a great weekend.

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    05.23.2014 at 3:28 pm

    I love how you have captured the idea of refreshment in your photography…beautiful work!

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  13. Roberta Ott says

    10.13.2025 at 11:11 am

    This is a question about something else. Do have a recipe for poppy seed muffins that you could send me? My grocery store stopped making them because they said they weren’t selling. They were so good and handy.

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    • Erin Indahl-Fink says

      10.13.2025 at 4:31 pm

      Here you go Roberta: https://delightfulemade.com/lemon-poppy-seed-muffins/ Also, if you’re ever looking for a recipe, please feel free to use the search bar at the top of the page to look for recipes. Enjoy!

      Reply

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