Iced nectarine lime green tea soda with basil and orange blossom water
A sparkling and refreshing drink made with fresh nectarine nectar, a delicate green tea infusion, lime, fresh basil, and a floral touch of orange blossom water. Original, aromatic, and balanced for warm days.
Ingredients
- 300 g ripe nectarines (boneless and en trozos)
- 500 ml water (divided)
- 6 g green tea (a granel or 3 bolsitas)
- 40 g sugar (ajustar to taste)
- 80 ml lime (juice fresh)
- 10 g fresh basil (leaves, more extra for decorar)
- 5 ml orange blossom water (uso culinario)
- 600 ml very cold sparkling water (for terminar)
- 400 g ice (for servir)
- 30 g thin lime slices (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. Heat 250 ml (1 cup) water to 80°C / 176°F; do not let it boil. Remove from the heat, add the green tea, and steep for 3 minutes. Strain and let the infusion cool.
- 2
2. In a small saucepan, combine the chopped nectarines, sugar, and 250 ml (1 cup) water. Cook over medium heat until the mixture reaches a gentle simmer, about 95°C / 203°F, for 6 to 7 minutes, until the fruit is very tender.
- 3
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the fresh basil. Let it rest for 2 minutes to infuse.
- 4
4. Blend the nectarine mixture with a blender until smooth. Strain if you prefer a lighter texture.
- 5
5. In a large pitcher, combine the nectarine puree or nectar with the cooled green tea infusion, lime juice, and orange blossom water. Stir well.
- 6
6. Fill 4 glasses with the ice. Divide the nectarine-tea mixture among the glasses, leaving some room at the top.
- 7
7. Top each glass with very cold sparkling water and stir gently. Garnish with thin lime slices and extra basil leaves. Serve immediately.
Chef tips
For a deeper flavor, chill the nectarine-tea base for 1 hour before adding the sparkling water. Use very ripe nectarines for natural sweetness and better aroma.
Substitutions
You can substitute the nectarine with yellow peach. Basil can be replaced with mint, though the flavor profile will change. Sugar may be replaced with simple syrup at an equivalent sweetness level.
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 imageNinja Professional BL610 Blender
Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Easy-to-wash jar
- Check the power and jar size
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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