Calpico Soda Recipe

Inspired by KUKAI

Time5m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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1
Chill and prepare
If possible, chill the serving glass in the refrigerator for 5–10 minutes. Remove the glass when cold. This keeps the soda fizzy longer.
2
Add the ice cubes to the chilled glass (use about 6 cubes). The ice will keep the drink cold and reduce dilution if soda is added quickly.
3
Pour 60 ml Calpico concentrate over the ice.
4
If you prefer a slightly sweeter drink, add 5 ml simple syrup now. This is optional; taste after mixing and adjust if needed.
5
Slowly top the glass with 180 ml chilled soda water. Pour gently down the side of the glass or over the back of a spoon to minimize foaming and preserve carbonation.
6
Stir gently once or twice with a bar spoon to combine the Calpico and soda. Do not stir vigorously — that will flatten the soda.
7
Taste the drink and, if desired, add up to another 5–10 ml simple syrup to adjust sweetness, stirring gently after each addition.

8
Garnish with 1 lemon slice placed on the rim or floated on top of the drink.
9
Tuck 1 fresh mint sprig into the drink or behind the lemon slice for aroma. Serve immediately with a straw or short spoon.