Italian Orange Soda Recipe

Making homemade soda at home is not complicated at all, and the best part is, that you can make it just the way you like it! I’m currently exploring lots of Italian recipes, and I thought, why not bring a bit of Italy into my kitchen by making Italian Orange Soda? So, let’s dive in and see how I made my Italian Orange Soda with some easy-to-follow steps.

This recipe is a mix of orange zest (that’s the tasty part of the orange skin) and bubbly bubbles makes it so good to taste! And guess what? You get to make it how you like it, not like the sodas from the store.

Ingredients

• 2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
• Zest of two oranges
• 1 cup simple syrup (adjust to taste)
• 2 cups sparkling water or club soda
• Ice cubes
• Orange slices for garnish

Kitchen Equipment

To start making this Italian Orange Soda, make sure you have these important things in your kitchen:

• Citrus juicer
• Zester or microplane
• Pitcher
• Stirring spoon
• Ice cube trays
• Serving glasses

How to Make Italian Orange Soda

1. Start by getting yummy juice from fresh oranges. Use the really juicy ones to make it extra tasty. A special tool like a citrus juicer can help!
2. Grate the skin of two oranges. This gives your soda a nice smell and taste. Just be careful not to use the white part, it’s bitter!
3. Make a sweet liquid by mixing equal parts of water and sugar. Heat it until the sugar disappears. Let it cool down before using it.
4. In a big jar, mix the orange juice, zest, and sweet liquid. Now, the cool part, add sparkling water or club soda. It’s what makes your drink super bubbly, turning it into awesome Italian Orange Soda.
5. Put ice cubes in the jar or your glass. Mix everything gently to make it extra tasty and chilly.
6. Make your drink look and smell even better by adding slices of orange on top. You’ve made your very own Italian Orange Soda

Tips

Use different kinds of oranges for different tastes. You can try red ones (blood oranges) or small ones (tangerines).

What to eat with this Italian Orange Soda

Enjoy this tasty drink with light foods like BBC Caesar Salad, bruschetta, or Filipino Vegetable Lumpia. It can go with lots of different delicious meals!

FAQ

Can I use store-bought orange juice for this recipe?

While it’s better with fresh juice for the yummiest taste, you can use store-bought juice too. Just make sure it’s 100% pure juice without extra sugars.

How long does the soda stay fizzy?

The fizziness goes away after some time. It’s best to drink it soon after making it for the super bubbly experience!

In Conclusion

Making your own Italian Orange Soda is super exciting. Share the happiness by making it for your family and friends, Remember to subscribe to my blog for more tasty recipes, and make others happy too by sharing this recipe with people who love this kind of recipe.