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Juneteenth Red Drink - Red Soda Water

Juneteenth Red Drink: Red Soda Water

Choosing red soda water as an alternative to the traditional hibiscus drink for Juneteenth brings practical benefits. Its widespread availability ensures everyone can partake in the freedom celebration without the hunt for specific ingredients. 
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Fruit Chopping Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Soul Food
Servings: 6
Calories: 189kcal
Author: Shaunda Necole • The Soul Food Pot®

Ingredients

  • 1 cup watermelon syrup Monin watermelon syrup
  • 3 ½ cups lemon-lime soda
  • 3 ½ cups sparkling water
  • 1 cup ginger ale
  • ¾ cup watermelon chopped
  • ¾ cup strawberries chopped
  • ¾ cup blueberries
  • 4 cups ice optional

Instructions

  • Pour all the liquid ingredients (watermelon syrup, lemon-lime soda, sparkling water, and ginger ale) into a large pitcher or punch bowl.
  • Gently stir the beverage mixture to combine the syrup and the carbonated ingredients.
  • Add the chopped fruit to the soda water for a burst of natural sweetness and a touch of elegance.
  • Optionally, add ice to the pitcher for a refreshing pour, then serve and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 51mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 49g | Vitamin A: 90IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 0.2mg

❤️ Why trust this recipe?

Created + tested by Shaunda Necole, creator of The Soul Food Pot® (real cook, real kitchen). Rooted in African American culinary traditions, with modern shortcuts that don’t sacrifice flavor or legacy. No AI-generated instructions — measurements, timing, and techniques are written, cooked, and verified by Shaunda. Make-it-your-way guidance included, so you can cook confidently with the tools you have.

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