Green Apple Soda with Homemade Juice
Create this Refreshing Green Apple Soda with Homemade Juice! Crisp, tangy, and perfectly fizzy—this natural soda is a healthier
Equipment
- Juicer or food processor
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh green apples Granny Smith recommended
- 1 cup filtered water
- 2-3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
- 4 cups carbonated water or seltzer
- Ice for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Apples:
- Wash, core, and chop the apples into quarters (no need to peel).
Extract the Juice:
- Juice the apples using a juicer or food processor. Strain through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove pulp.
Make the Syrup:
- In a saucepan, combine the apple juice, filtered water, honey/maple syrup, and lemon juice.
- Simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let cool completely.
Assemble the Soda:
- In a glass, mix 2 ounces of the cooled syrup with 8 ounces of chilled carbonated water.
- Add ice and garnish with apple slices or mint sprigs.
Serve Immediately:
- Enjoy your refreshing homemade green apple soda!
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey/maple syrup.
- Store leftover syrup in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- For a spiced version, add cinnamon or ginger while simmering the syrup.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin C: 15mg
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