Cinnamon Free Cucumber-Basil Lemon Mint Soda
This garden-fresh soda is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting on a shaded patio even when you're just standing in your kitchen. Muddled cucumber, basil, and mint come together with bright lemon juice and a touch of honey for a sparkling sipper that's genuinely refreshing without relying on any spice blends or flavored syrups. That matters more than you might think — plenty of store-bought sodas and flavored sparkling waters sneak in unexpected spice extracts that can be hard to spot on a label. Here, every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can sip with total confidence. The technique is simple but satisfying: muddle, shake, strain, and pour slowly to keep every last bubble intact. Honey dissolves beautifully into the lemon base, giving the drink a gentle floral sweetness that plays perfectly off the cool cucumber and herby finish. Dress it up with a lemon wheel and a fresh herb sprig and it looks as good as it tastes.
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2 servings
- ½ medium cucumber, thinly sliced (about ½ cup)
- 8 fresh basil leaves
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 ½ lemons)
- 1 ½ tbsp honey
- ¼ cup cold water
- 1 ½ cups plain sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 thin lemon slices, for serving (optional)
- 2 small fresh basil or mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cucumber slices, basil leaves, and mint leaves in a cocktail shaker or large mason jar. Muddle firmly until the cucumber releases its juice and the herbs are bruised and fragrant, about 20–25 presses.
- 2
Add the lemon juice, honey, and cold water to the shaker. Seal and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds, until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
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