Wild Berry Botanical Orchard Soda Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant soda made with mixed wild berries, perfect for hot days. This drink combines the sweetness of berries with a hint of mint and lemon.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mixed wild berries blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh mint leaves finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint sprigs for garnish
- Extra berries for garnish
Instructions
- Combine mixed wild berries, water, and granulated sugar in a medium saucepan.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring until it reaches a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for approximately 10 minutes until berries are tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, mint leaves, and vanilla extract.
- Set aside to cool completely, then strain through a fine mesh sieve.
- Press down on solids to extract as much liquid as possible and discard solids.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour ¼ cup of berry syrup into each.
- Top off with ½ cup of sparkling water and stir gently.
- Garnish with fresh mint sprigs and whole berries.
- Serve and enjoy your refreshing soda!
Notes
Serve in clear glasses to highlight the colorful presentation.