Baladin Cedrata Soda Recipe

Chill glassware

Place two tall glasses in the refrigerator or freezer for 5–10 minutes to get them pleasantly chilled while you prepare the soda.

Measure the cedrata (cedar/citrus) syrup or cedrata concentrate. If you have a commercial cedrata syrup (Baladin Cedrata-style), use 1/4 cup (per serving). For this recipe sized to 2 servings, use 1/2 cup total.

Add the fresh lemon juice to the cedrata syrup. The small amount of lemon brightens the flavor and balances sweetness.

If you prefer a sweeter soda, dissolve 1 teaspoon simple syrup into the cedrata + lemon mixture. Stir until homogeneous.

Fill the chilled glasses with ice cubes.

Pour half of the cedrata mixture into each glass (about 1/4 cup cedrata mixture per glass).

Slowly top each glass with cold carbonated water (about 1 3/4 cups / 420 ml per glass) poured over the back of a spoon or down the side to preserve carbonation and produce a gentle head. Pour to taste but leave about 1/2 inch of headspace.

Gently stir once with a long bar spoon (1–2 slow turns) to combine syrup and soda without flattening the beverage.

Garnish each glass with a lemon wheel or twist placed on the rim or floated on the surface.

Optional: slap the mint sprig lightly between your palms to release oils and tuck it into the glass for an aromatic top note.

Serve immediately while cold and effervescent.