Description
A delightful and refreshing homemade soda made with fresh green apples and sparkling water, perfect for hot summer days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 fresh green apples (Granny Smith preferred)
- 4 cups sparkling water
- Honey or agave syrup (to taste)
- Fresh mint or basil (optional)
- Lime or lemon juice (optional splash)
Instructions
- Wash and core the apples, then chop them into quarters.
- Process the apple quarters in a juicer or blender until smooth. Strain if using a blender.
- In a large pitcher, mix the fresh apple juice with the sparkling water, adjusting for desired fizziness.
- Add sweetener and stir well; taste and adjust as needed.
- If desired, add fresh mint or basil and stir gently.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve over ice, garnishing with apple slices or herbs.
Notes
Fresh ingredients are key for optimal flavor. Experiment with different sweeteners and variations to find your favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: soda, green apple, refreshing drink, summer beverage, homemade soda