Honey Lemon Pink Soda (Print Version)
Sparkling lemonade with honey sweetness and cranberry's rosy hue—ideal for summer refreshment.
# Recipe Ingredients:
→ Soda Base
01 - 2 cups cold sparkling water
02 - 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4 large lemons)
03 - 1/4 cup honey
→ Color & Flavor
04 - 1/2 cup cranberry juice (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
→ Garnish
05 - Ice cubes
06 - Lemon slices, for garnish
07 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
# Directions:
01 - In a small pitcher, whisk together the lemon juice and honey until the honey is fully dissolved.
02 - Add the cranberry juice and stir to combine.
03 - Fill four glasses with ice cubes. Divide the lemon honey mixture evenly among the glasses.
04 - Top each glass with 1/2 cup sparkling water. Stir gently to combine.
05 - Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately for maximum fizz.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its that fancy cafe drink you can make in 10 minutes without any special equipment
- The honey adds this velvety smooth sweetness that feels so much more special than plain sugar
- Naturally gorgeous color without any artificial anything
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- I once stirred this too vigorously and watched half the fizz disappear before my eyes
- The honey absolutely must be fully dissolved or youll get sweet globs at the bottom
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- Agave or maple syrup work perfectly if you need it vegan
- Make extra base and keep it in the fridge for instant soda all week