How to Make Soda
Start by making a thick soda-syrup base., Bring the mixture to a boil in a heavy saucepan., Reduce the syrup by half., Store in squeeze bottle and refrigerate., Serve by mixing with ice and seltzer water.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Start by making a thick soda-syrup base.
The easiest and fastest way to make your own soda is to create a thick flavoring and add a small amount to already-carbonated soda water.
If you want to start from scratch, skip to the next method and brew your own.
Making syrup saves you the trouble of messing with yeast, and works in much the same way an old-fashioned soda jerk used to work, or a modern soda machine.In a saucepan, mix the following ingredients: 1 cup granulated sugar about 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup fresh fruit juice, or two tablespoons of flavor extract -
Step 2: Bring the mixture to a boil in a heavy saucepan.
Whisk vigorously to keep the sugar moving, staying careful to avoid burning it.
It should melt thoroughly and form a thick syrup.
Bring the syrup to a boil. , Turn down the heat and let simmer until half of mixture is left.
It'll look pretty thick and sweet, which is good.
It should be very sweet and concentrated, perfect for cutting in cold soda water. , Let the syrup cool and store it in an easy-access container in the refrigerator.
It should be good for a few weeks, or more.
If you've got a sports water bottle, that would be perfect for storing.
You can portion out a squirt or two of the syrup per glass of soda you want to make, and keep it nicely slotted in the fridge door. , Fill a glass with soda water and add a small squirt of the soda syrup to it, mixing it thoroughly with a spoon until it becomes integrated.
Give it a taste and add more if necessary, or dilute it further with more soda water.
Serve chilled and enjoy.
If you've got access to a carbonator, you can even bubble up your own soda water to streamline the process and make everything yourself.
While a carbonator can cost a pretty penny, you'll be able to start making your own soda water for free.
If you drink lots of it, it'll pay for itself in no time. -
Step 3: Reduce the syrup by half.
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Step 4: Store in squeeze bottle and refrigerate.
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Step 5: Serve by mixing with ice and seltzer water.
Detailed Guide
The easiest and fastest way to make your own soda is to create a thick flavoring and add a small amount to already-carbonated soda water.
If you want to start from scratch, skip to the next method and brew your own.
Making syrup saves you the trouble of messing with yeast, and works in much the same way an old-fashioned soda jerk used to work, or a modern soda machine.In a saucepan, mix the following ingredients: 1 cup granulated sugar about 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup fresh fruit juice, or two tablespoons of flavor extract
Whisk vigorously to keep the sugar moving, staying careful to avoid burning it.
It should melt thoroughly and form a thick syrup.
Bring the syrup to a boil. , Turn down the heat and let simmer until half of mixture is left.
It'll look pretty thick and sweet, which is good.
It should be very sweet and concentrated, perfect for cutting in cold soda water. , Let the syrup cool and store it in an easy-access container in the refrigerator.
It should be good for a few weeks, or more.
If you've got a sports water bottle, that would be perfect for storing.
You can portion out a squirt or two of the syrup per glass of soda you want to make, and keep it nicely slotted in the fridge door. , Fill a glass with soda water and add a small squirt of the soda syrup to it, mixing it thoroughly with a spoon until it becomes integrated.
Give it a taste and add more if necessary, or dilute it further with more soda water.
Serve chilled and enjoy.
If you've got access to a carbonator, you can even bubble up your own soda water to streamline the process and make everything yourself.
While a carbonator can cost a pretty penny, you'll be able to start making your own soda water for free.
If you drink lots of it, it'll pay for itself in no time.
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