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Honey Lemon Soda

Honey Lemon Soda is a refreshing and invigorating homemade beverage, perfect for hot days or as a light, zesty drink at any time. The natural sweetness of honey blends smoothly with tart lemon, all balanced by the bubbly lift of soda water. Ready in minutes with minimal ingredients, this drink is sure to become a favorite.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: French
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons honey Adjust honey to taste if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet drink.
  • 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice About 1 large lemon.
  • 2 cups chilled soda water Club soda or sparkling water.
  • 6-8 ice cubes ice cubes
  • as needed slices lemon slices For garnish, optional.
  • as needed leaves fresh mint leaves For garnish, optional.

Equipment

  • 1 Citrus juicer or reamer
  • 1 Measuring spoons
  • 1 Spoon for stirring
  • 2 Tall glasses

Method
 

  1. Juice the lemon to get 4 tablespoons of fresh juice.
  2. In each glass, add 1 tablespoon of honey.
  3. Pour 2 tablespoons of lemon juice into each glass.
  4. Add 3-4 ice cubes to each glass.
  5. Stir the honey and lemon juice together until well combined.
  6. Top each glass with 1 cup of chilled soda water.
  7. Stir gently to combine.
  8. Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint, if desired.
  9. Serve immediately while cold and fizzy.

Notes

Adjust honey to taste if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet drink.
For added flavor, add a pinch of grated ginger or a dash of bitters.
Make sure the soda water is well chilled for maximum fizz and refreshment.
Best enjoyed fresh; do not store prepared soda, as it will lose effervescence.