Fresh Citrus Lemongrass Soda

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Fresh Citrus Lemongrass Soda
750 min.
12
85kcal

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Refresh your palate with a delightful twist on a classic beverage - our Fresh Citrus Lemongrass Soda. Embracing a vibrant mix of juicy grapefruit and zesty lime, this invigorating drink is the perfect remedy to quench your thirst on a sunny day or during a cozy gathering with friends. The addition of aromatic lemongrass brings an exotic flair, creating a unique soda that is both refreshing and aromatic.

Not only is this beverage a treat for the taste buds, but it also brings a health-conscious option to your table. With vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free qualities, it's a beverage suitable for a wide array of dietary preferences. The naturally sweetened syrup, made with honey and sugar, complements the tartness of the citrus fruits, ensuring a balanced flavor profile that will tantalize your senses.

Take your time with this recipe, as the syrup's chilling overnight allows the flavors to meld beautifully, enhancing the overall taste. When it’s finally time to serve, pour it over ice, add a splash of carbonated water, and indulge in this homemade soda experience that is sure to impress. Perfect for parties, picnics, or simply treating yourself, this Fresh Citrus Lemongrass Soda will quickly become a staple in your beverage rotation!

Ingredients

  • 12 servings carbonated water (home carbonated or storebought)
  • large pink grapefruit red
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • stalks lemongrass 
  •  lime 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • measuring cup
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Peel wide strips of zest (avoiding the bitter white pith underneath) from half the grapefruit and the whole lime. Juice grapefruit and lime into a liquid measuring cup (add water to reach 1 cup if needed).
  2. Pour into a small saucepan and add zest strips.
  3. Cut off green tops from lemongrass (about half the stalk) and peel first two outer layers from stalks. Mash stalks with a meat mallet and cut into 2-in. pieces.
  4. Add to pan of juices along with sugar and honey.
  5. Heat citrus lemongrass mixture over medium heat until boiling; boil 1 minute, then remove from heat and let cool. Chill overnight, then strain syrup into a glass jar or measuring cup, discarding solids.
  6. To serve, fill an 8-oz. glass halfway with ice cubes, add 2 tbsp. syrup (or more if you like), top with carbonated water, and stir.

Nutrition Facts

Calories85kcal
Protein1.39%
Fat1%
Carbs97.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.95
Glycemic Load
12.53
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
1.8947826156636%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
2.5mg
Naringenin
9.22mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:85.36kcal
4.27%
Fat:0.1g
0.16%
Saturated Fat:0.01g
0.06%
Carbohydrates:22.45g
7.48%
Net Carbohydrates:21.84g
7.94%
Sugar:20.27g
22.53%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:0.88mg
0.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.32g
0.64%
Vitamin C:10.36mg
12.55%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.16%
Vitamin A:321.11IU
6.42%
Fiber:0.61g
2.45%
Potassium:65.06mg
1.86%
Iron:0.3mg
1.64%
Folate:6.06µg
1.51%
Copper:0.02mg
1.13%
Magnesium:4.48mg
1.12%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.07%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.04%
Calcium:10.15mg
1.02%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.01%
Source:My Recipes