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Lemongrass & Basil Lime Sparkling Soda

Lemongrass & Basil Lime Sparkling Soda for a Refreshing Summer

Enjoy a refreshing Lemongrass & Basil Lime Sparkling Soda, perfect for summer gatherings and low in calories.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Non-Alcoholic
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Syrup
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can be substituted with honey or agave syrup
  • 1-2 stalks Lemongrass Chopped, reserved pieces for garnish
  • A handful Fresh Basil Can be swapped with mint
For the Drink
  • 1 cup Fresh Lime Juice Fresh is recommended
  • 2 cups Sparkling Soda Club soda or flavored sparkling water can be used
  • Crushed Ice Use crushed for texture

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • fine mesh strainer
  • tall glasses

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Trim the ends of the lemongrass stalks, peel away tough layers, and chop to ½ cup.
  2. Combine chopped lemongrass, water, sugar, and basil in a saucepan. Bring to boil, then simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and cool for a few minutes, then strain the syrup and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  4. Divide the cooled syrup between two glasses, add lime juice, and fill with sparkling soda.
  5. Garnish each glass with basil, a lemongrass stalk, and a lime wedge. Serve immediately over crushed ice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 75mgSugar: 18gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Adjust sweetness as needed and ensure thorough straining for smoothness.

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