This Valentine’s Day, surprise your sweetheart with something different - a sweet gesture that is bound to sweep him/her off their feet! Today, we share 2 Valentine’s Day sparkling recipes - 1 non-alcoholic and 1 alcoholic, because we’re here to double the love, double the fun!
And on this day, we also celebrate Friendship Day, so even if you are single, you can still convey your love to your beloved friends with these simple sparkling drinks recipes that will delight them.
Pro-tip: Well, if you are confessing to a love interest, you can consider leaving a love note along with these drinks (if you do, do let us know how it goes please!) ;)
Sparkling Love Punch (non-alcoholic)
Ingredients (Serves 2 people):
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1 cup cranberry juice (or any red juice like cherry or raspberry)
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1L of SodaStream Sparkling Water
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SodaStream Lemon-lime Drink Mix
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Ice cubes
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Fresh strawberries or raspberries (optional, for garnish)
- Heart-shaped gummy candies
Instructions:
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Fill the Glasses: Add ice cubes to two glasses.
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Make Sparkling Water: Fizz the plain cold water with SodaStream maker
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Flavour Sparkling Water: Add SodaStream Lemon-Lime Drink Mix into sparkling water, mix it well
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Mix and Pour: In each glass, combine equal parts cranberry juice and lemon-lime soda.
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Garnish: Add a strawberry or a few raspberries on the rim or into the drink as a garnish. Top it off with heart-shaped gummy candies.
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Serve: Give it a gentle stir and enjoy!
This quick and refreshing drink is sweet, bubbly, and perfect for the occasion. ❤️
Sparkling Valentine Spritz (alcoholic)
Ingredients (Serves 2 people):
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1L of SodaStream sparkling water
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1/2 cup cranberry juice (or pomegranate juice for a deeper red)
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1/4 cup brandy or vodka (optional for the cocktail version)
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1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
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Ice cubes
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Fresh raspberries or strawberries and mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions:
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Mix the Base: In each glass, pour 1/4 cup cranberry juice, and brandy or vodka if using.
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Fill the Glasses: Add ice cubes to two glasses.
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Make Sparkling Water: Fizz the plain cold water with SodaStream maker
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Flavour Sparkling Water: Add SodaStream Lemon-Lime Drink Mix into sparkling water, mix it well.
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Add the Sparkle: Top with flavoured SodaStream soda water. Stir gently to combine.
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Garnish: Add a few fresh raspberries or a strawberry slice and mint leaves for decoration.
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Serve: Enjoy your light, fizzy, and romantic cocktail!
You can adjust the sweetness by using more or less juice, or adding a dash of simple syrup if desired. ❤️
May you have a sparkling, fruitful and lovely Valentine’s Day!
With love,
Your Friends from SodaStream Singapore
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