You’ve probably heard you’re supposed to drink about 2 liters of water each day — maybe more, depending on your age, lifestyle, and body type. But unless you’re a fish or constantly hooked up to a Camelback, hitting that 8-cup mark can be hard. On its own, water is pretty tasteless (or at least it should be), which makes it a much less appealing solution to that 4 p.m. thirst than, say, soda.

Luckily, by infusing your water with a few fruits, veggies, and herbs, you can easily make that H2O a little sweeter or spicier. Try out these pretty simple and intensely flavorful infused water recipes to up your intake in a delicious way.

This infused water is basically a garden party in a glass. Though best enjoyed under the sun, this simple combination of sweet strawberry and mint leaves is a classic that we’ll happily sip on all year long.

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Turn flavorless H2O into a refreshingly tart treat by tossing in some sour cherries. Add a few lemon slices for an extra zing and pucker up for this tasty summer drink.

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Spruce up your H2O with a deeply tangy and sweet blood orange-infused water recipe that’s brought to perfection with hints of thyme. The best part? The blood orange adds a beautiful color to your drink to make it totally Instagram-worthy.

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Drinking that PSL isn’t quite as hydrating as water. For a chiller alternative, try sipping on water infused with all of the best flavors of fall — apples, pears, plums, and cinnamon sticks. We won’t tell you it tastes like a PSL, but it does make the most of your favorite sweater-weather flavors.

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Let’s talk citrus. Not only are grapefruits loaded with flavor — they’re also packed with vitamin C. Slice up one of these citrus gems, along with half a lemon and some sage, and drink it when you’re looking for something refreshing and energizing.

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With the exception of the ocean, this is definitely the most beautiful water we’ve ever laid eyes on. Rose-colored glasses. Pour a glass of this when you’re feeling like something a little extra, or serve it up as a super-sexy way to stay hydrated during date night.

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If you’ve got a lot of produce sitting around, this everything-but-the-kitchen-sink-water can help you put it to use. Jam-packed with cucumber, lemon, orange, strawberries, blueberries, and mint, this intensely flavorful water makes tasting the rainbow healthier than ever before.

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Simply put, this sweet, tropical combination of blended watermelon and coconut water takes us to our happy place. And by that, we mean somewhere way warmer.

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Blackberries are packed with antioxidants and bursting with flavor. The juice of these vibrant little berries is a great, subtle sweetener that’s brought to life by fresh mint leaves.

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The next time you’re in need of a refreshing pick-me-up around midday or while you’re lounging on your patio, consider combining cold water and the produce in your fridge.

It’ll add some sophisticated flavor and a few extra nutrients to your day. And we can’t deny you’ll look pretty swanky on Instagram holding on of these babies. Cheers!