Make this refreshing authentic Vietnamese Lime Soda. A variation of the classic Vietnamese Limeade, this is a sparkling and refreshing summer drink.
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What is the most popular soda in Vietnam?
Soda chanh is the most popular soda in Vietnam! It's a refreshing, well-loved beverage for hot summer days. It's a bubbly version of the famous Vietnamese Limeade.
What is Soda Chanh?
Soda chanh is basically a sparkling limemade. It's tangy, sweet, sour, and fizzy! A delightful contrast of flavours that's anything but boring.
Ingredients to make soda chanh
Soda chanh requires very few ingredients. You probably have all of these at home!
- FRESH limes
- White sugar
- Sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Optional: mint leaves
How to squeeze juice out of hard limes
Ever try to squeeze lime wedges and nothing comes out? That's because the limes are too dry or the fruit is too firm. There's a way to hack this though!
Gently roll and massage the limes on a table before slicing into it. This forces the pulp to break and release juices internally. You can physically feel the juices coming out as you roll the limes. Be sure to be gentle since you don't want the lime to burst. When you feel the lime has softened enough, cut the lime into wedges.
Sometimes the lime needs some help!
Tips to make soda chanh
- Rim the edge of the cup with sugar for a yummy crunch when drinking
- Serve in an extra tall glass so it's easy to stir
- Massage the mint leaves before mixing in to release it's fragrance into the drink
- Don't use bottled lime juice - only use fresh limes for it's full zingy flavours and oils
Other Asian Beverages
- The famous Viet Iced Coffee (this stuff is for the strong!)
- Classic Limeade (a drink in every Viet household)
- Thai iced tea (just like the ones from the restaurant)
Other Recipes
Soda Chanh Recipe
Soda Chanh Recipe (Viet Lime Soda)
Ingredients
- 3 large limes
- ½ cup white sugar
- 2 cans plain sparkling water
- fresh mint leaves optional
Instructions
- Gently roll limes to release juices. Cut into wedges, then squeeze juice into cups. Pour sparkling water into cups. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Optional: add mint for extra flavour. Serve icy cold.
