Refreshing Blueberry Soda

Refreshing Blueberry Soda
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    30

Capture the essence of summer with this vibrant blueberry soda. A delightful fusion of sweet blueberries and herbaceous basil, topped with sparkling water for a refreshing fizz. Perfect as is, or transformed into irresistible freezer pops for a hot day treat.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    31 g
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Sodium
    6 mg
  • Sugar
    29 g
  • Fat
    0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Prepare the Basil Syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and the sugar. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add the fresh basil leaves, return to a boil, and cook for 10 minutes. (Time: 15 minutes)

02

Step

Cool the Syrup: Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the basil syrup cool slightly. Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled. (Time: 10 minutes)

03

Step

Blueberry Puree: In a blender, combine the blueberries, 1/2 cup of water, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth. (Time: 5 minutes)

04

Step

Combine and Strain: Pour the blueberry puree into a pitcher. Remove the basil leaves from the chilled syrup and discard them. Stir the basil-infused syrup into the blueberry puree. (Time: 5 minutes)

05

Step

Sparkling Finish: Gently pour the chilled carbonated water into the pitcher with the blueberry-basil mixture. Stir gently to combine, being careful not to lose too much fizz. (Time: 2 minutes)

06

Step

Serve: Serve immediately over ice and garnish with a few fresh blueberries or basil leaves, if desired.

For a sweeter soda, increase the sugar in the syrup by 1/4 cup.
Experiment with different herbs! Fresh mint, rosemary, or even a touch of lavender can add a unique twist.
To make freezer pops, simply pour the soda mixture into popsicle molds and freeze until solid.

Justine Zboncak

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.0/ 5 ( 10 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Vinnie Abbott

    I tried it with mint instead of basil, and it was equally delicious. Great recipe!

  • Missouri Baumbach

    This soda is incredibly refreshing! The basil adds such a unique flavor that complements the blueberries perfectly.

  • Rasheed Hartmann

    I made this into freezer pops for my kids, and they were a huge hit! Such a healthy and delicious treat.

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