Peanut Free Cucumber-Basil Lemon Mint Soda
This refreshing homemade soda is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting on a shaded patio even on the most ordinary afternoon. Fresh cucumber, basil, and mint get muddled together to release their natural oils and juice, then shaken with bright lemon juice and honey before being strained into sparkling water for a clean, effervescent finish. Every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass — no store-bought syrups, no mystery flavorings, just real produce and a drizzle of honey. The muddling and infusion steps are what make this taste genuinely layered rather than flat, and the slow pour of sparkling water keeps every sip properly bubbly. It's elegant enough to serve to guests but easy enough to throw together on a weeknight when you want something a little more special than plain water. Garnish with a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh herbs and it looks like something straight off a café menu.
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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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