Iced Apricot, Lemon and Thyme Soda with a Touch of Vanilla
An original, aromatic drink that combines gently simmered ripe apricots with fresh lemon, thyme, and a delicate touch of vanilla, finished with sparkling water for a bright and elegant profile.
Ingredients
- 300 g ripe apricots, pitted and quartered (for the concentrado of fruta)
- 250 ml water (for cocer the fruta)
- 60 g sugar (ajustar to taste)
- 1 unit lemon, finely grated zest (solo the parte amarilla)
- 80 ml fresh lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 4 unit fresh thyme sprigs (lightly machacadas)
- 5 ml vanilla extract (for aroma)
- 1 g fine salt (realza the sabor)
- 750 ml well-chilled sparkling water (for servir)
- 400 g ice (for servir)
- 8 unit thin lemon slices (for decorar)
- 4 unit small fresh thyme sprigs (for decorar)
Nutrition facts
per serving
Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.
Allergens
No declared allergens
Instructions
- 1
1. In a small saucepan, combine the apricots, water, sugar, lemon zest, the 4 fresh thyme sprigs, and salt.
- 2
2. Cook over medium heat until the mixture reaches a gentle simmer, about 95-100 °C / 203-212 °F. Lower the heat and cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apricots are very tender.
- 3
3. Remove from the heat and add the fresh lemon juice and vanilla extract. Let it infuse for 2 minutes so the thyme and vanilla can perfume the concentrate.
- 4
4. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve, pressing on the apricots to extract all the liquid and some of the soft pulp. Discard the thyme sprigs and let the concentrate cool to room temperature.
- 5
5. Chill the concentrate for at least 10 minutes, or until thoroughly cold, around 4-6 °C / 39-43 °F.
- 6
6. To serve, divide the ice among 4 glasses. Add a portion of the chilled concentrate to each glass, then top with the well-chilled sparkling water.
- 7
7. Stir each glass gently to combine without losing too much fizz. Garnish with the thin lemon slices and the small fresh thyme sprigs, and serve immediately.
Chef tips
If you want a cleaner texture, strain twice. For a stronger herbal note, let the thyme steep one extra minute before straining.
Substitutions
You can replace the sugar with the same amount of cane sugar. If you do not have fresh thyme, use 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, but strain very well. Vanilla paste also works in the same amount.
What I used to make it
Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.
Illustrative imageVictorinox Fibrox Pro 8" Chef’s Knife
Chopping, slicing and cutting strips
- The knife I use most when cooking
- Chops, slices and cuts into strips
- Keep it sharp and hand-dry it
Illustrative imageTeakhaus Teak Cutting Board
Stable base for chopping
- Stable surface for chopping
- Gentle on your knife edge
- Hand-wash and let it dry
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