General Use and Cleaning> Recommended shelf life for your kid zinger infusion blends is 3 days refrigerated and 12 hours not refrigerated.> Kid Zings are usually good for two drinks per grind (32 ounces). It takes a little more time to infuse on the second fill up.> You will achieve more robust flavor if you allow 20 minutes of infusion. Shaking also helps distribute the zing.> After each 32 ounce session (2 fill ups), make sure to discard the ingredients and wash thoroughly.
Kid Zinger Water Bottle - Instructions Of Use
- Thoroughly wash and dry ingredients before Zinging.
- Thoroughly wash and dry Zinger before using.
- Make sure the vessel is empty and that the top lid is on tight before adding ingredients.
- With the zinger facing topside up, remove the bottom base cup by unscrewing. Flip the citrus zinger on its head (top cap), to reveal the citrus press as facing upwards. So, the top cap is referred to as a "double base”.
- Slice citrus fruit in half and twist press the fruit half on the citrus press. Always try to use ripened and fresh ingredients when Zinging.
- Grab the vessel with one hand, and press the fruit with the other hand.
- Once the fruit is pressed, screw back on the bottom cup tightly and then flip the bottle back over (top side up).
- Unscrew the top cap, and add water, cool tea or other beverage option.
- Reseal the top cap, shake aggressively, and enjoy!
Notes:
- Leave the citrus half inside the bottom cup, or not, based on preference and fit.
- When emptying ingredients and performing a refill and new infusion, follow the above steps.
- When the Kid Zinger is wet, there can be droplets of water stuck in the threads. Using the bottom cup to catch these droplets can be a good way to keep things clean when doing a fruit change.
Kid Zinger Water Bottle - Tips & Tricks
- You can also add ingredients to the liquid portion of the vessel (main body) for additional infusion or flavor as desired, such as cinnamon sticks or even larger fruit items. Simply open the citrus press and add the items to the vessel (then replace the citrus press). Ice can be added via the same method.
- Keep refrigerated if possible, as water is best served cold.
- Over steeping citrus fruit can occur if the fruit is left in for too long – i.e. 12-24 hours, producing a sour taste.
- Add water to even out the sharp taste if needed. Some potential flavor families that work well with your Citrus Zinger: SWEET: peach, strawberry, pineapple. SHARP: lemon, lime, grapefruit. BOLD: Clementine, orange.
Kid Zinger Water Bottle - Cleaning & Emptying Trips
- To empty the used ingredients of a Zing, simply unscrew and "flick” the bottom cup into a trash can or sink with garbage disposal and the "waste” should easily remove itself. A rinse and clean will set you ready for a new press.
- Kid Zinger Water Bottle - Serving Recommendations
- Serve water cold or chilled.
- Kid Zinger Water Bottle - Cautions & Warnings
If you notice any adverse reaction, or feel you may have food poisoning after consuming a mixture, please seek medical attention immediately.
- Discard infusions if apparent cloudiness bubbles or foul odor develop.
- When in doubt, throw it out.
- Parental supervision is recommended*
* Children love to be a part of making things, and it is our bet that zinger drinks will become their favorite beverage in no time. That’s a great thing! However, as a practice of safety parent supervision is recommended. Note, all parts are made of Tritan BPA/EA free plastic.
Additional Food Safety Tips
- Make sure there is no odor or residue in the Kid Zinger. It should not have any remnants from past Zings.
- Be sure your fruit is in good condition—bruising or decay indicates the presence of bacteria. If you harvest your own ingredients, do so in the morning, when the essential oils are at their peak.
- Clean the Kid Zinger thoroughly between uses.
Warnings
Use care when operating and washing this item to avoid injury.
Cautions
- Do not use with hot liquids
- Avoid exposure to excessive heat when consuming a mixture.
- Do not microwave
- Do not freeze
- In order to minimize bacterial growth, do not use to keep warm milk products or baby food.