Soft Drinks Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Make the Base Syrup
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved, about 5 minutes.
2
Add Citric Acid and Flavoring
Once the sugar has dissolved, remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in 1 tsp of citric acid and 2 tbsp of your chosen flavoring extract until well combined.
3
Cool the Syrup
Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature before using it to mix with carbonated water.

4
Combine Syrup and Carbonated Water
In a large pitcher, combine the cooled syrup with 4 cups of carbonated water. Stir gently to mix without losing too much carbonation.
5
Add Food Coloring
If desired, add a drop of food coloring to the mixture for visual appeal, and stir gently.
6
Serve
Pour the soft drink into glasses filled with ice. Garnish with fresh fruit slices or mint leaves if desired.