This homemade blackberry soda is fresh, fizzy, and full of real fruit flavor!
Blackberry Soda (Homemade)
Making blackberry soda at home is easier than you might think. With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps, you can turn blackberries into a refreshing drink that’s better than anything store-bought.
This homemade blackberry soda is made with a quick fruit syrup and sparkling water.
(Recipe by Meg van der Kruik. Post by Sylvie Shirazi.)
🍇 Why You’ll Love This Homemade Blackberry Soda
- Made with real blackberries (no artificial syrups)
- Light, fresh, and naturally flavorful
- Easy to customize
🥤 What Is Blackberry Soda?
Blackberry soda can be made a few different ways but most versions use flavored syrups mixed with sparkling or carbonated water. This version uses a homemade blackberry syrup made with real blackberries, then mixes it with sparkling water. The result is crisp and full of real fruit flavor.
🛒 Ingredients for Blackberry Soda
- Blackberries – Fresh or frozen both work; ripe berries give the best flavor
- Sugar – Balances the natural tartness of the berries
- Water – Forms the base of the syrup
- Orange blossom water – Adds a delicate floral note (optional)
- Sparkling water – For serving and adding carbonation
👩🍳 How to Make Blackberry Soda (Step-by-Step)
- Combine blackberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan
- Simmer until the berries break down and release their juices
- Strain to remove seeds and solids
- Stir in a small amount of orange blossom water if using
- Let cool, then mix with sparkling water to serve
✨ Tips for the Best Blackberry Soda
- Add sparkling water just before serving to keep it fizzy
- Strain thoroughly for a smooth syrup
- Adjust sweetness depending on how tart your berries are
- Use orange blossom water sparingly—a little goes a long way
❓ Blackberry Soda FAQs
Can I use frozen blackberries?
Yes, frozen blackberries work well and are a great option when fresh aren’t in season.
Can I make this without orange blossom water?
Absolutely. The soda will still be delicious, just slightly less floral.
How long does the blackberry syrup last?
Stored in the refrigerator, it should keep for about 1 week.
Is this the same as Italian soda?
Yes, but store-bought Italian sodas typically use flavored syrups, while this version uses real fruit.
Can I make this ahead of time?
You can prepare the syrup in advance and mix with sparkling water just before serving.
🍹 Final Thoughts
Once you see how easy it is to make blackberry soda at home, it’s hard to go back to store-bought versions.
With just a quick homemade syrup and sparkling water, you can have a fresh, fruity drink ready to sip anytime.
For more naturally refreshing and fizzy drinks like this, take a look at this collection of summer drink recipes featuring fruity and sparkling summer beverages.
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Blackberry Soda
Quench your thirst this summer with a refreshing glass of homemade blackberry soda with a hint of orange blossom.
Ingredients
For the Syrup:
- 4 cups fresh blackberries
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup sugar
- juice of 1 lemon
- 2 teaspoons orange blossom water (optional)
For the Soda:
- 2-4 ounces of blackberry syrup
- club soda or sparkling water
- fresh berries for garnish
Instructions
To Make the Syrup:
- Combine the blackberries, water, and sugar in a heavy bottomed sauce pan. Crush the berries with a potato masher then add the lemon juice to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat then reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the liquid has reduced and the mixture has thickened.
- Place a fine mesh strainer over a large bowl and pour the blackberry mixture into the strainer. Gently press on the solids with a spatula to extract all of the syrup then discard the solids. Allow the syrup to cool then store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
To Make the Blackberry Soda:
- Fill a glass with ice, add the desired amount of syrup and fill to the top with club soda or sparkling water. Stir to combine and garnish with fresh berries.
Notes
This syrup is not only great in homemade sodas and cocktails, but it is perfect drizzled over vanilla ice cream or a stack of piping hot waffles.
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Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Saturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgFiber: 8g
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Sylvie Shirazi is the recipe developer and food photographer behind Gourmande in the Kitchen. For the last 10 years she's been making eating more healthfully easy and accessible with gluten-free, grain-free, paleo and vegan recipes that are free from processed ingredients.
Taylor @ The Girls on Bloor says
I love pairing blueberry and orange together so I know I'd love this blackberry pairing! Interesting take on a cocktail to make a syrup out of the berries!
Rosa says
Divine! I love blackberries, lemons and orange blossom water.
Cheers,
Rosa