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To make a sparkling cocktail with SodaStream Crafted Mixers, always carbonate plain water first, then pour the chilled mixer into your glass and top with the sparkling water. Add a spirit only after the water is fizzed. This order keeps your drink crisp and prevents flat results.

Why Order Matters When Mixing with Fizz

Carbonating anything other than plain water can damage your SodaStream machine and lead to poor carbonation. Crafted Mixers are designed to be added after carbonation, not before. This means you should always fizz your water first, then combine it with the mixer in a glass. If you add the mixer to the bottle before carbonating, you risk a messy overflow and a drink that loses its sparkle quickly.

Choosing Your Mixer: Mojito or Variety Pack

SodaStream offers two Crafted Mixer options: the Mojito 3 Pack and the Variety 3 Pack. The Mojito pack gives you three bottles of the same classic flavor, ideal if you know you love that profile or want to serve a crowd. The Variety Pack includes Grapefruit & Elderflower, White Peach & Ginger, and Pineapple & Jalapeno, letting you experiment with different cocktails and mocktails. Both are non-alcoholic, so you can enjoy them with or without a spirit.

Garnishes and Glassware for a Better Drink

A colorful garnish and the right glass can elevate a simple sparkling cocktail. For the Mojito mixer, try a lime wheel and fresh mint. The Grapefruit & Elderflower pairs well with a grapefruit slice, while Pineapple & Jalapeno benefits from a thin jalapeño ring or a pineapple wedge. Use a highball or Collins glass to leave room for ice and fizz. Always add ice after pouring the mixer and sparkling water to avoid excessive dilution.

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Step-by-Step: Making a Sparkling Cocktail with Crafted Mixers

  1. Chill your water and mixer: Cold water carbonates better and holds fizz longer. Refrigerate your SodaStream bottle and the Crafted Mixer before starting. Checkpoint: If you are short on time, use ice-cold water from the fridge and add ice to the glass.
  2. Carbonate plain water first: Fill your SodaStream bottle to the fill line with cold water and carbonate to your preferred level. Do not add any mixer or spirit before carbonating. Common mistake: Adding mixer before carbonating can damage the machine and cause overflow.
  3. Pour the mixer into a glass: Add 1 part Crafted Mixer to a glass. For a standard drink, use about 30 ml (1 oz) of mixer per 200 ml (7 oz) of sparkling water. Adjust to taste. Checkpoint: Start with less mixer; you can always add more, but you cannot remove it.
  4. Top with sparkling water: Slowly pour the freshly carbonated water over the mixer to preserve bubbles. Stir gently with a bar spoon if needed. Common mistake: Pouring too fast knocks out carbonation. Tilt the glass and pour down the side.
  5. Add a spirit if desired: For a cocktail, add 1 part spirit (such as white rum for a mojito-style drink) after the sparkling water. Stir once to combine. Checkpoint: Taste before adding more spirit; the mixer already provides flavor.
  6. Garnish and serve immediately: Add a colorful garnish like a lime wheel, mint sprig, or fruit slice. Serve right away for the best fizz. Common mistake: Letting the drink sit too long before serving results in flat carbonation.

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