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Glass of lime soda with ice cubes, fresh lime slices, served as a cooling Indian summer drink
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Lime Soda (Refreshing Indian Summer Drink)

A refreshing sweet-salty lime soda, perfect for cooling off on a hot day or brightening a rainy one.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Lime Soda
Servings: 1 People
Calories: 54kcal

Ingredients

  • A large pinch of flaky sea salt
  • 25 ml freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon sugar syrup see below
  • Ice cubes
  • 100 ml soda water

To Garnish:

  • Lime wedge
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Instructions

Method

    Prepare the Base:

    • Crumble the salt into a tall glass.
    • Add the lime juice.
    • Let it sit for 1 minute to dissolve the salt.

    Assemble the Drink:

    • Pour in the sugar syrup and stir.
    • Fill the glass with ice cubes.
    • Top up with soda water to taste.
    • Stir gently to combine.

    Serve:

    • Garnish with a lime wedge.
    • Serve immediately.

    Sugar Syrup:

    • Put 200 g granulated sugar and 200 ml water in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Simmer for 1 minute. Remove from the heat and let cool. Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
    • Makes about 300 ml.

    ✅ Tip:

    • You can use lemons instead of limes if you prefer or adjust the salt and sugar to get your perfect balance.

    Notes

    Ingredient swaps:
    • Replace sugar with honey or jaggery for a natural sweetener.
    • Use sparkling water instead of soda for lighter fizz.
    • Swap lime with lemon for a slightly sweeter flavor.
    Technique tips:
    • Always add soda water just before serving to keep the fizz strong.
    • Rub lime wedges on the glass rim and dip in salt for extra zing.
    • Use chilled soda and ice cubes for maximum cooling effect.
    Make-ahead and storage:
    • Prepare lime juice concentrate (lime juice + sugar + salt) and store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
    • Mix with soda water only at the time of serving.
    • Not suitable for freezing as carbonation is lost.
    Serving ideas:
    • Serve plain sweet lime soda for kids and spiced masala soda for adults.
    • Pair with spicy street foods like chaat, pakoras, or kebabs.
    • Garnish with fresh mint leaves or cucumber slices for freshness.
    Twist ideas:
    • Masala Lime Soda: Add black salt, roasted cumin, and chaat masala.
    • Spicy Soda: Muddle green chili or ginger with lime juice for a kick.
    • Fruit Soda: Add orange or pineapple juice for a tropical version.
    • Mocktail Soda: Top with a splash of grenadine or rose syrup for color.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 13mg | Sugar: 15g | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg