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Watermelon Soda- a Summer Favorite

Nothing screams summer to me like a watermelon soda recipe and this one is my favorite! Made from fresh watermelons with a touch of mint – it is a new favorite in our house for warm weather gatherings. This is one refreshing way to win at summer, but here are some other ideas to try out also!

Homemade Watermelon Soda

We went to a party where they served homemade watermelon soda last week, it was naturally sugar free and amazingly refreshing. I’ve been re-making it. Daily.  It’s been a long, hot week. How is the weather where you live?

Homemade Watermelon Soda – Best Summer Favorite Recipe

Homemade soda has all the fizzy, refreshing goodness without the gross sugar and chemicals. I normally cheat it up and add fruits, honey, and homemade simple syrups to a bottle of club soda, but you can even make the bubbly part yourself with just a little extra effort.

Watermelon Soda

This homemade Watermelon-Mint Soda is super easy to make, and so refreshing - enjoyed all summer long by the pool or for backyard cookouts!

Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 90 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 mini seedless watermelon cut into small chunks
  • 1/2 cup mint leaves
  • 1/2 cup lime juice
  • 1 cup simple syrup
  • 1/8 teaspoon dry champagne yeast

Instructions

  1. Combine the watermelon, mint leaves, simple syrup and lime juice in a large bowl.

  2. Use a blender combine the mixture into a blender until smooth. Strain the purée into a bowl, collecting as much juice as possible without forcing any solids through the strainer.

  3. Pour the juice into 8 mason jars. Add any additional lime juice to taste. Fill each with 1/2 cup water and gently stir.

  4. Sprinkle the yeast onto the top of each jar and screw on the cap. Shake to dissolve and distribute the yeast. Let the bottles sit at room temperature out of direct sunlight until carbonated, typically 12 to 48 hours, depending on the temperature of the room. 

  5. Refrigerate the watermelon soda overnight or for up to 2 weeks. Open very slowly over a sink to release the pressure gradually and avoid bubble-ups.

Follow the recipe above to create your own watermelon soda. We sometimes replace the sugar with pure maple honey to make it Paleo friendly. Once the soda is ready, serve in the mason jars or pour into glasses filled with ice. Top with Mint for a pretty summer drink that tastes as great as it looks. If you want something with an extra kick, you could also give this watermelon mojito recipe a go!

Why Making Your Own Soda is the Best

When people think of making their own soda for the first time, it can be a little daunting. How much time will it take in total? Is this recipe healthy? Am I using the right Ingredients? These are all legitimate questions that first-time soda makers ask!

Here are some reasons we recommend giving this and other homemade soda recipes a try:

1.Refreshing Drink As-and-When You want it 

If you have the ingredients lying around in the fridge, you can conjure up this delicious drink quickly for guests or for just for yourself! Once you get the hang of it, you can make a bottle of soda in no time at all. 

2. You Can Use Sparkling Water for Bubbles 

Sparkling water is the perfect component for creating bubbles in your drink. Healthy and delicious! 

3. Reduce the Saturated Fats

Not only does homemade soda contain less saturated fats, but any natural ingredients you use will also be packed full of natural vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C. what a great way to get something nutritious down your kids!

4. You Can Use Syrup Instead of Granulated Sugar

If heaps of granulated sugar pus you off, you can always use natural syrups and honey to sweeten your drink. 

5. Surprisingly Easy to Make

The most important factor is that these drinks are extremely easy to make. They are great for guests, for your kids, and even just as a cheeky treat with your favorite alcohol. Once you get into the swing of it, you will be making soda like a pro. 

While I spend the weekend sipping away, why don’t you make it too? Here are a few other homemade soda recipes I am dying to try:

(Top photo from the book True Brews by Emma Christesen)

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  1. Yummmm! I had watermelon soda once, in a glass bottle, and it was oh so good. I don’t know why watermelon soda isn’t more of a thing!

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