Name: Refreshing Homemade Guava Soda: A Sparkling Summer Delight
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 cup Guava Extract (or pureed ripe guavas); 1/2 cup Jaggery; 1/2 cup Lemon Juice; 1 cup Soda Water (chilled, more as needed); Honey (to taste); 1/4 tsp Salt (or to taste); Ice Cubes (as needed)

Refreshing Homemade Guava Soda: A Sparkling Summer Delight

25 minutes

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About Refreshing Homemade Guava Soda: A Sparkling Summer Delight

Beat the heat with the vibrant, tropical taste of homemade guava soda! This easy recipe transforms ripe guavas into a sparkling summer cooler, perfect for enjoying the bounty of fresh, homegrown produce.

Sweet and tangy guava syrup is brightened with lemon juice and a touch of salt. A hint of jaggery adds delicious depth, while honey offers an extra touch of sweetness.

Simply mix with chilled soda water and ice for a refreshing escape – it's pure guava perfection!

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Recipe Time & More

Prep10

Cook15

Total25

Calories87 kcal

Serves

Served AsBeverages

Recipe TasteSalty Sour Sweet Tangy

Ingredients

Guava Syrup

▢ 1 cup Guava Extract or pureed ripe guavas
▢ 1/2 cup Jaggery
▢ 1/2 cup Lemon Juice

For the Soda

▢ 1 cup Soda Water chilled, more as needed
▢ Honey to taste
▢ 1/4 tsp Salt or to taste
▢ Ice Cubes as needed

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Instructions

In a large pan, combine the guava extract (or pureed guavas) and 1/2 cup of water.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over low heat. Simmering gently helps extract the maximum flavor and color from the guavas.
Continue simmering for about 30 minutes, or until the liquid has reduced slightly. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh cloth, reserving the liquid. The remaining pulp can be composted.
Return the strained guava liquid to the pan. Simmer until it reduces by about 1/4. This concentrates the guava flavor and creates a richer syrup.
Add the jaggery, stirring constantly until it dissolves. Be careful to prevent sticking. Jaggery adds a unique caramel-like sweetness to the syrup.
Stir in the lemon juice. The lemon juice balances the sweetness and adds a refreshing tang.
Allow the guava syrup to cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
To serve, fill a glass with ice. Add 1/2 cup of guava syrup. Sweeten with honey to taste.
Top with chilled soda water. Stir gently and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Good To Know

For an extra layer of flavor, add a pinch of roasted cumin powder or crushed black pepper to the drink before serving.
If you prefer a smoother texture, strain the guava mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth before adding the other ingredients.
To make a festive mocktail, muddle a few fresh mint leaves in the glass before pouring the drink, and garnish with a slice of lemon or a guava wedge.
For a vegan version, omit the honey and increase the jaggery to taste, or substitute with agave syrup.

Expert Tips

Adjust the sweetness and tanginess to your liking by varying the amount of jaggery and lemon juice.
For a richer flavor, use ripe, fragrant guavas. If fresh guavas are unavailable, you can substitute with guava pulp or nectar.
This drink can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.

Storage Instructions

Store leftover guava drink in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Give it a good stir or shake before serving as some separation may occur.