Cucumber Mint And Basil Soda

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Bon appetite had this and several other summer soda recipes. i make most of my own fizzy drinks from fruit in my yard. i like this veggie alternative. i will be trying this with stevia instead.

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Steps

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Bring water and sugar to a boil to make simple syrup.

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Keep 1.

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5 cups in a small saucepan and remove pan from heat.

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Add cucumber slices , 24 mint leaves , and basil.

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Cover and let steep for 30 minutes.

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Strain cucumber-herb syrup into a jar , pressing on solids in strainer.

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Fill a 12-oz.

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Glass with ice cubes.

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Add 2 tablespoons syrup and top with soda water.

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Stir to combine.

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Garnish with cucumber slice and sprig of mint.

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Repeat to make 11 more sodas.

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Ingredients

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sugar, water, cucumber, mint leaves, fresh basil leaves, soda water