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Yuzu Sparkling Soda

Bright, citrusy Japanese yuzu juice mixed with sparkling water and a touch of honey, served ice-cold over crushed ice. Takes 2 minutes to make and tastes like summer in a glass.

Total time
5 min
Servings
2
Calories
95
Yuzu Sparkling Soda
refreshingcasualjapanesevegetarianveganfizzysummerpicnic

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pour yuzu juice and honey into a pitcher. Stir until honey dissolves, about 30 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add sparkling water and a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice. Stir gently to combine.

  3. Step 3

    Fill two tall glasses with crushed ice, then pour the yuzu mixture over the top.

  4. Step 4

    Garnish with a mint or shiso leaf and a thin lemon wheel if you like. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • pitcher or tall mixing glass
  • spoon for stirring
  • two tall glasses
  • ice crusher or ziploc bag + mallet

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