soda water

noun

Updated on: 14 Apr 2018

Definition of soda water

1 : a weak solution of sodium bicarbonate with some acid added to cause effervescence

2 a : a beverage consisting of water highly charged with carbon dioxide

b : soda pop

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The florets are battered in rice flour and soda water for an almost tempura-like coating that's also gluten-free.

— mark kurlyandchik, Detroit Free Press, "First Taste: Fist of Curry brings irreverent kung-fu fun to old Huron Room space," 5 Apr. 2018
Add a splash of soda water and stir another 10 seconds.

— kevin hopper, idahostatesman, "What bartenders drink: An affair with all things bitter | Idaho Statesman," 20 Mar. 2018
Va-Va-Voomojito Ingredients Sprig of fresh mint 1 cup of watermelon, cubed 1 lime wedge 1.5 parts Skinnygirl Cucumber Vodka 3 parts soda water1/2 tsp.

— lauren le vine, Redbook, "10 Deliciously Refreshing Ways to Celebrate National Mojito Day," 11 July 2013
Beloved in Italy, the drink features Aperol, a bittersweet, orange-flavored apertif that’s the color of sunrise, topped off with sparkling wine and soda water, then garnished with a fresh orange peel.

— jesse schwartz, BostonGlobe.com, "Why do Bloody Marys and mimosas get to rule brunch?," 19 Mar. 2018
Add borage flower ice cubes, top with soda water and serve.

— San Antonio Express-News, "Recipe: Sparkling Borage Cocktail," 14 Mar. 2018
Just mix whatever fruit juices, soda water, ginger ale, and whiskey.

— allison p. davis, The Cut, "Everything Antoni Porowski ‘Cooks’ on Queer Eye," 6 Mar. 2018
Schnettler recommends splurging on upscale soda water brands like Q or Fever Tree in order to capture at least some of that ultra-carbonated magic.

— julia black, Bon Appetit, "This Machine Makes Whisky Champagne (Or Something Like It)," 27 Sep. 2017
Sailor Jerry Spiced Mojito Ingredients 3 parts Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum 2 parts fresh lime juice 2 parts simple syrup 10 loose mint leaves 4 parts soda waterDirections: Combine ingredients (except soda) in a mixing glass and shake well.

— lauren le vine, Redbook, "10 Deliciously Refreshing Ways to Celebrate National Mojito Day," 11 July 2013

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First Known Use of soda water

1802

SODA WATER Defined for English Language Learners

soda water

noun

Definition of soda water for English Language Learners

: water that has bubbles in it and that is often used to make other drinks

SODA WATER Defined for Kids

soda water

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Definition of soda water for Students

: water with carbon dioxide added

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