Lemon Soda / Orange Soda Recipe
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Ingredients
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Lemon Soda Ingredients
Orange Soda Ingredients
Method
Lemon Soda Directions
- 1
Juice the Lemons
Cut the lemons in half, and use a citrus juicer to extract the juice. Measure out 2 cups of fresh lemon juice.
- 2
Make the Lemon Syrup
In a saucepan, combine the lemon juice and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 3
Combine with Sparkling Water
In a large pitcher, combine the cooled lemon syrup with 4 cups of sparkling water. Stir gently to combine.
- 4
Serve
Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the lemon soda over the ice, and garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.
Orange Soda Directions
- 5
Juice the Oranges
Cut the oranges in half and use a citrus juicer to extract the juice. Measure out 2 cups of fresh orange juice.
- 6
Make the Orange Syrup
In a saucepan, combine the orange juice and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Allow to cool.
- 7
Combine with Sparkling Water
In a large pitcher, mix the cooled orange syrup with 4 cups of sparkling water. Stir gently to avoid losing bubbles.
- 8
Serve
Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the orange soda over the ice, and garnish each glass with a sprig of fresh rosemary before serving.

