Orange Hydration Soda Concentrate
This fresh orange hydration soda concentrate is made with whole orange fruit, orange zest, a small amount of cane sugar to pull out the citrus oils, Redmond salt, and coconut water powder for potassium. Mix with sparkling water for a bright, orange-forward homemade hydration soda.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 5-7 oranges, washed well
- 1 tbsp pure cane sugar
- 1/4 tsp Redmond Real Salt
- 2-4 tbsp raw and unfiltered honey
- 1/2 cup coconut water
Instructions
- Remove the zest from the oranges, avoiding as much white pith as possible.Add the orange zest and cane sugar to a bowl. Stir together and let sit for at least 15 minutes, or up to 1 hour, to help pull the oils from the zest.Peel the oranges and remove as much excess white pith as possible.Add the orange flesh to a blender.Add the zest sugar mixture, honey, Redmond Real Salt, and coconut water.Blend until smooth.Strain through a fine mesh strainer to remove pulp and zest pieces.Chill the concentrate completely before serving.
To Serve
- Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup concentrate to a glass with ice, depending on the size of your glass and how strong you like the flavor.Top with 8–10 ounces sparkling water or club soda and stir gently.
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