CUCUMBER MINT AND BASIL SODA

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bon Appetite had this and several other summer soda recipes. I make most of my own fizzy drinks from fruit in my yard. I like this veggie alternative. I will be trying this with stevia instead.

Provided by Ambervim

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1/2 large cucumber, thinly sliced crosswise, plus 12 slices for garnish (about 8 oz.)
24 fresh mint leaves, plus 12 sprigs (to garnish)
12 fresh basil leaves
6 cups soda water, divided

Steps:

  • Bring water and sugar to a boil to make simple syrup.
  • Keep 1.5 cups in a small saucepan and remove pan from heat.
  • Add cucumber slices (reserving 12 for garnish), 24 mint leaves, and basil.
  • Cover and let steep for 30 minutes.
  • Strain cucumber-herb syrup into a jar, pressing on solids in strainer.
  • Fill a 12-oz. glass with ice cubes. Add 2 tablespoons syrup and top with soda water (about 1/2 cup). Stir to combine. Garnish with cucumber slice and sprig of mint. Repeat to make 11 more sodas.

Peter Maima
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This is the best cucumber-mint-basil soda I've ever had!


valerie Sweeney
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This soda is so refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day.


Ali Teagas
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I made this soda for a picnic and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor.


ligang Salon
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This soda is so easy to make and it's a great way to get your kids to drink more water.


Bijay Mandal
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I used sparkling water instead of club soda and it was still really good!


Md Romig
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I'm not a big fan of basil, but I still enjoyed this soda. The cucumber and mint flavors were really refreshing.


Wajid Marri
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This soda is a great way to use up extra cucumbers from the garden.


rana kazi
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I added a little extra lime juice to taste and it was perfect.


Hamza Mirza
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soda turned out perfectly. It was fizzy and flavorful, and the cucumber and mint were refreshing.


ZAIN SHAH
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This soda is so easy to make and it's a great way to get your kids to drink more water.


Dagie M
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I made this soda for a picnic and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor.


Umer ijaz Shani
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I'm not a big fan of basil, but I still enjoyed this soda. The cucumber and mint flavors were really refreshing.


Arafat islam Hridoy
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This soda is a great way to use up extra cucumbers from the garden.


Rashid ali Jutt
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I love the combination of cucumber, mint, and basil in this soda. It's so refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day.


Antwon Frost
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This soda was so easy to make and it was a hit at my party! I will definitely be making this again for my next gathering.


Arslan Ahmed
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I used sparkling water instead of club soda and it was still really good! The soda was a little less fizzy, but it was still refreshing and flavorful.


Loza Getachew
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The soda was fizzy and flavorful, and the cucumber and mint were refreshing. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


mzwandile mkhize
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I was skeptical about the basil in this recipe, but it really worked! The flavors all came together perfectly. I added a little extra lime juice to taste, and it was perfect.


kiarah queen
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This cucumber-mint-basil soda was a refreshing and delicious summer drink! The cucumber and mint flavors were perfectly balanced, and the basil added a unique and unexpected twist. I will definitely be making this again!


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