Honey Lemon Pink Soda (Printer-friendly)
Sparkling honey lemonade with cranberry creates a vibrant pink beverage perfect for warm days
# What You'll Need:
→ Soda Base
01 - 2 cups cold sparkling water
02 - 1 cup fresh lemon juice (approximately 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
# How To Make It:
01 - Whisk together the lemon juice and honey in a small pitcher until the honey is completely dissolved.
02 - Pour in the cranberry juice and stir thoroughly to combine with the honey lemon base.
03 - Fill four glasses with ice cubes and distribute the lemon honey mixture evenly among them.
04 - Top each glass with 1/2 cup sparkling water. Stir gently to incorporate while maintaining carbonation.
05 - Decorate each glass with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately to preserve optimal fizziness.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The honey dissolves into warm lemon juice creating a syrupy base that sweetens perfectly without any refined sugar
- You can double the base mixture and keep it in the fridge for impromptu summer drinks all week long
02 -
- Serve this immediately after adding the sparkling water or youll lose all those beautiful bubbles
- Warm honey dissolves into cold lemon juice but give it at least thirty seconds of whisking to avoid those stubborn globs at the bottom
03 -
- Chill your sparkling water and glasses beforehand for maximum refreshment
- Make the lemon honey base up to two days ahead and keep it sealed tight in the refrigerator