Nothing beats a chilled glass of fruity sparkling soda when the weather heats up.
This easy homemade recipe uses just a handful of simple ingredients to create a fizzy drink full of natural flavor without any of the additives found in store-bought versions. Whether you love citrus, berries, or tropical fruit, you can mix it up to suit your taste.
It is also naturally sweetened which makes it a better-for-you option for both kids and adults. It is great for summer cookouts, outdoor lunches, or relaxing in the shade with a cool drink.
Ingredients for Homemade Fruit Soda
1 cup fresh fruit of your choice (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, peaches, or mango)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon or lime juice
1–2 teaspoons honey, agave syrup, or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
1 cup sparkling water or club soda (chilled)
Ice cubes (optional)
Fresh mint leaves or fruit slices for garnish (optional)
How to Make Homemade Fruit Soda
- Prepare the fruit: Rinse your fresh fruit and cut it into small pieces. For berries, you can either leave them whole or cut them in half.
- Muddle the fruit: Put the fruit into a glass or small bowl and gently crush it using a muddler or the back of a spoon to release the juices.
- Add citrus and sweetener: Mix in lemon or lime juice along with your preferred sweetener. Taste and adjust the sweetness as needed.
- Add sparkling water: Slowly pour chilled sparkling water or club soda over the muddled fruit. Stir carefully to blend everything together.
- Serve: If you like, add ice cubes and garnish with mint leaves or extra fruit slices. Drink right away to enjoy the freshest fizz and flavor.
Homemade Fruit Soda Recipe – Easy, Refreshing & Naturally Sweet
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Enjoy a sparkling, naturally sweet fruit soda made with fresh fruit, citrus juice, and sparkling water. Perfect for a refreshing drink anytime, with no artificial flavors or added chemicals.
Ingredients
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1 cup fresh fruit of your choice (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, peaches, or mango)
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon or lime juice
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1–2 teaspoons honey, agave syrup, or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
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1 cup sparkling water or club soda (chilled)
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Ice cubes (optional)
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Fresh mint leaves or fruit slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Wash and chop the fruit into small pieces.
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Muddle the fruit gently in a glass to release juices.
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Stir in lemon or lime juice and sweetener. Adjust sweetness to taste.
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Pour chilled sparkling water over the fruit mixture and stir gently.
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Add ice cubes and garnish with mint or fruit slices. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
