Soy Free Cucumber-Basil Lemon Mint Soda

Total time15 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

4.5

(25)

This herby, 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 own kitchen. Muddled cucumber, basil, and mint come together with bright lemon juice and a touch of honey for a flavor that's floral, cooling, and just a little bit fancy. The whole thing gets strained smooth and topped with sparkling water, so every sip is clean and effervescent without any syrupy heaviness. For anyone navigating soy sensitivities, packaged sodas and flavored drinks can be surprisingly tricky — hidden additives and natural flavors with murky sourcing are everywhere. This one is built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients, so you know exactly what's going into your glass. It's a genuinely refreshing alternative to anything from a can, and the garnish of lemon and fresh herbs makes it look like something you'd pay twelve dollars for at a restaurant.

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Ingredients

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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