Citrus Soda
Elevate your refreshment game with this irresistible Citrus Soda, a sparkling medley of fresh orange, lemon, and lime juices designed to quench your thirst with a tangy twist. Perfect for hot summer days or as a festive non-alcoholic drink at gatherings, this homemade soda brings together the natural sweetness of freshly squeezed citrus and just a hint of sugar to balance the flavors. Effortlessly simple to make in just 10 minutes, this fizzy treat is topped with cold sparkling water for a delightful effervescence and garnished with vibrant orange and lemon slices, plus fragrant mint leaves for a splash of elegance. Whether you're hosting an event or enjoying a moment of self-care, this Citrus Soda promises a refreshing burst of sunshine in every sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 cup Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 3 cups Cold sparkling water
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 4 slices Orange slices (optional, for garnish)
- 4 slices Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
- 8 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large jug or mixing bowl, combine the fresh orange juice, lemon juice, and lime juice.
Add the granulated sugar to the juice mixture and stir well until the sugar completely dissolves.
Fill 4 serving glasses with equal portions of ice cubes.
Divide the juice mixture evenly between the glasses, pouring it over the ice cubes.
Top off each glass with cold sparkling water, filling it nearly to the top.
Stir gently to combine the juice and sparkling water without losing the bubbles.
For garnish, add a slice of orange and lemon to each glass. Optionally, place a couple of fresh mint leaves in each drink for added aroma and color.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Citrus Soda!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.1 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 818 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
