How to Prepare Lemon Soda at Home

 🍋 Ingredients:

·         1 glass soda water (chilled, carbonated)

·         1–2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

·         ½ tsp black salt (kala namak)

·         ½ tsp roasted cumin powder

·         ½ to 1 tsp sugar (optional, adjust to taste)

·         Ice cubes – as needed

·         Mint leaves – 4–5 (optional, for freshness)

·         Lemon slices – for garnish

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👨‍🍳 Preparation Steps:

1.      Prepare the Glass

o    Take a serving glass and add ice cubes to keep the drink chilled.

2.      Mix the Ingredients

o    Add lemon juice, black salt, roasted cumin powder, and sugar to the glass.

o    Stir well until the sugar dissolves.

3.      Pour the Soda

o    Slowly pour chilled soda water into the glass. Stir gently to mix.

4.      Garnish and Serve

o    Add a few mint leaves and a slice of lemon on the rim or in the glass.

o    Serve immediately while it’s fizzy!

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💡 Tips:

·         For a spicy twist, add a pinch of chaat masala or a drop of ginger juice.

·         You can replace sugar with honey or jaggery syrup for a natural sweetener.

·         To make it a mocktail, add a splash of orange juice or a crushed mint-lemon ice cube.

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🔚 Conclusion:

Homemade lemon soda is quick, affordable, and super refreshing. With just a few ingredients, you can recreate this tangy, fizzy street-style drink right in your kitchen—perfect for summer, guests, or simply to uplift your mood.