Indulge in refreshing summer sodas; try out these recipes at home

Updated On: 31 May, 2024 03:13 PM IST | Mumbai | Aakanksha Ahire

The sweltering heat is driving us all crazy. In such weather, a refreshing and strong punch of soda down the throat is exactly what our body craves. We share our pick of the best soda-based summer drink recipes that you must try

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Summer Delight(Left) by Nosh & Beyond/Main Toh Superman(Right) by Hitchki Resto Bar

Combined with lemons, spices and other ingredients, sodas make for perfect summer drinks. A few sips of this aerated beverage can give you a blast of freshness in sweltering heat like this one.

Sodas have been ruling the hearts of Indians for decades now, be it in the form of Goti Soda or Nimbu Soda. Besides being a salivating drink, sodas are also known to offer relief from heat-associated minor ailments like nausea, indigestion and dehydration. Further, most sodas also contain caffeine, giving the mind the needed kick.

As the Mumbai heat continues to melt us, it is the perfect season to embrace the freshness of chilled sodas. Cool down with these special soda-based summer drink recipes that you can easily make at home.

Watermelon Spritzer
This drink is a blend of all fresh ingredients. It is versatile, hydrating, and a great way to enjoy the natural sweetness of watermelon – a summer fruit, in fizzy form.

Ingredients:
Fresh watermelon chunks, seeded - 2 cups
Fresh cilantro, finely chopped - 2 tbsp
Melon syrup - 2 tbsp
Chaat masala -1 tsp
Topu soda - 1 cup

Method:
1. Cut the watermelon into chunks, and remove all the seeds.
2. Place the watermelon chunks in a blender and blend until smooth to create a watermelon puree.
3. In a large pitcher, combine the watermelon puree and melon syrup. Stir well to ensure the syrup is evenly distributed.
4. Now add the chaat masala to the mixture and stir well. This will give the drink a tangy, spicy kick.
5. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the flavours to meld together.
6. Fill serving glasses halfway with the chilled watermelon mixture. Top off each glass with Topu soda stirring gently to combine.
7. Garnish each glass with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro for a fresh, herbal note.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing and unique drink.

Recipe by Sunny Michael D`Souza, head mixologist, Charlee

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