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    Home » Cocktails » Mocktails » Super Refreshing Basil Cucumber Soda Recipe

    Published: Apr 28, 2023 · Updated: Apr 28, 2023 by Sharon Garofalow | This post may contain affiliate links. See the privacy policy linked in my footer.

    Super Refreshing Basil Cucumber Soda Recipe

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    Text - Cucumber Basil mocktail with a glass topped with a slice of cucumber and a fresh basil leaf on a napkin.

    This Basil Cucumber Soda recipe is a refreshing mocktail that is really easy to make! Create by California Pizza Kitchen, this recipe is fizzy with delicious herbal flavor that is absolute perfection on a warm day.

    A glass with a mocktail sitting on an orange and pink napkin topped with  a cucumber slice and basil leaf.
    Let's make this delicious Basil Cucumber Soda recipe.

    I was invited to try this Cucumber Basil Soda at my local CPK restaurant along with other new menu items. All opinions are my own. Recipe provided by CPK.

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    • Ingredients
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    • Cucumber Basil Soda

    Let's make this delicious cucumber drink!

    This Basil Cucumber Soda, from CPK, is so refreshing and only a little sweet. It's a great mocktail to make when you want something other than water but it's not time for cocktails yet.

    The flavors were not overpowering and were a little fresher than something you usually find in soda.

    Related: Moscow Mule Mocktail Recipe

    You won't believe how easy it is to make! And aside from the simple syrup, it's not super bad for you, unlike regular sodas.

    This basil soda would be the perfect non-alcoholic drink idea thing to serve at a baby shower, bridal shower, spa day, or just because.

    Ingredients

    Ingredients for Cucumber Basil Soda Recipe on a wood cutting board.
    What you need to make this basil soda with cucumber.
    • water
    • sugar
    • cucumber, thinly sliced
    • basil leaves
    • soda water

    The hardest part of this recipe is the simple syrup. But don't fret! It's really easy and that's where all the flavor will come from.

    How to Make Basil Cucumber Soda

    To make this cucumber mocktail recipe, you need to plan ahead. The simple syrup takes about 40 minutes of hands on time plus cooling time. If you can, do it the day before.

    A bowl of sliced cucumber and fresh basil leaves on a marble counter.

    Make the basilc cucumber simple syrup

    In a medium saucepan combine sugar and water over medium heat.

    Cook, stirring occasionally until sugar is dissolved and the mixture just comes to a boil, about 5 minutes.

    In a small bowl muddle, the cucumber and basil leaves.

    Add to the hot syrup.

    Cover and let steep for 30 minutes.

    Strain the syrup, pressing the solids through a fine-mesh strainer to release the flavors.

    Discard solids. Then let cool completely

    Basil Cucumber Soda Recipe from California Pizza Kitchen.

    Make the mocktail

    For each serving, combine 3 tablespoons of the syrup with ¾ cup soda water in an ice-filled glass.

    Stir gently to combine.

    Garnish with cucumber slices and a basil leaf.

    This tasty Basil Cucumber Soda recipe is easy to make and a delicious non-alcoholic drink idea that your whole family will love. 

    Variations

    The Cucumber Basil Soda recipe is delish as is. But it would also be great with a splash of gin or vodka.

    You can also make a basil simple syrup and then muddle in fresh cucumbers so there are chunks throughout the drink. I think that adds to the experience sometimes. But I know some people don't like the texture.

    Or you can use another flavored simple syrup and totally change the flavor of this basic soda idea.

    More mocktail recipes

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    • Refreshing and delicious Grapefruit Mocktail with Thyme and Cucumber
    Basil Cucumber Soda Recipe from California Pizza Kitchen.

    Cucumber Basil Soda

    This delicious Cucumber Basil Soda mocktail is refreshing and perfect for the summer months! It's quick and easy to make and has a lovely cucumber flavor with hints of basil.
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Steep: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 135kcal
    Author: Sharon Garofalow

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 medium cucumber thinly sliced
    • 12 large basil leaves
    • 9 cups of soda water chilled ice
    • cucumber slices and fresh basil leaves for garnish

    Instructions

    • In a medium saucepan combine sugar and water over medium heat.
    • Cook, stirring occasionally until sugar is dissolved and mixture just comes to a boil, about 5 minutes.
    • In a small bowl muddle the cucumber and basil leaves with the back of a wooden spoon.
    • Add to the hot syrup.
    • Cover and let steep for 30 minutes.
    • Strain the syrup, pressing the solids through a fine-mesh strainer to release the flavors.
    • Discard solids.
    • For each serving, combine 3 tablespoons of the syrup with ¾ cup soda water in an ice-filled glass.
    • Stir gently to combine.
    • Garnish with cucumber slices and a basil leaf.
    • Note: Cucumber-basil syrup can be stored in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
    • (I don't love super sweet drinks so I cut the sugar to ½ cups with 1 cup of water and it was still a smidge on the sweeter side for me)

    Notes

    The Cucumber Basil Soda recipe is delish as is. But it would also be great with a splash of gin or vodka.
    You can also make a basil simple syrup and then muddle in fresh cucumbers so there are chunks throughout the drink. I think that adds to the experience sometimes. But I know some people don't like the texture.
    Or you can use another flavored simple syrup and totally change the flavor of this basic soda idea.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 3tablespoon | Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.002g | Sodium: 78mg | Potassium: 78mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 78IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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    About Sharon Garofalow

    Sharon lives in Southern California with her adorable family. She loves to share ideas to make mom life easier and encourage busy gals to make time for themselves too! Sharon's "me" time often includes watching Hallmark Channel movies, sipping sauvignon blanc, trying not to eat Salt and Pepper potato chips, and planning girlfriend getaways.

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    1. Tiffany Wegman says

      June 28, 2017 at 2:50 pm

      Do you happen to know the recipe for cpk cucumber reviver??

      Reply
      • Sharon Garofalow says

        June 28, 2017 at 2:53 pm

        No I don't! Sorry! But it sounds delicious!!!

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