Jul 14 2026

Soda Recipe

Inspired by The Border Cafe
Time20m
Serves4

Make Soda Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Flavoring Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Sweet Base

    In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar with 1 cup of water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely to create a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let cool.

  2. 2

    Mix the Flavorings

    In a separate bowl, mix together the vanilla extract, lemon juice, and cherry syrup. Stir until well combined.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large pitcher, combine the carbonated water with the cooled simple syrup. Add in the flavoring mixture and stir gently to combine. If desired, add food coloring for a fun visual effect.

Serving

  1. 4

    Serve the Soda

    Pour the soda into glasses over ice cubes if desired. Garnish with fresh fruit slices or cherries as you like. Enjoy your homemade soda!

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