Homemade Strawberry Soda—A Sweet and Bubbly Probiotic Treat

If you’ve ever wanted to make a healthy homemade soda without all the sugar and artificial ingredients, this homemade strawberry soda recipe is for you. It’s a refreshing way to enjoy the sweet taste of strawberries with a gentle fizz—thanks to natural fermentation. Watch the video below to see how easy it is to make your own fermented strawberry soda at home!

Why Fermented Drinks Are So Good for You

1. Natural Probiotics Your Gut Will Love

This strawberry soda isn’t just fun to drink—it’s also packed with beneficial bacteria that support digestion and immune health. When you use a ginger bug to kick-start fermentation, you’re introducing healthy microbes that feed on natural sugars and multiply. These probiotics can help bring balance to your gut, especially after antibiotics or other modern stressors.

2. A Gentle Way to Reduce Sugar Without Sacrificing Taste

Unlike store-bought sodas loaded with refined sugars and artificial flavors, this naturally fermented version gets its sweetness from fresh strawberries and just a touch of sugar to get the fermentation going. The result is a light, fruity, and pleasantly fizzy beverage with much less sugar than commercial sodas.

3. An Easy Gateway to More Traditional Fermentation Recipes

Fermented fruit sodas are one of the easiest and most approachable ways to start experimenting with traditional food preparation. There’s no fancy equipment required, and it only takes a few days. Plus, it’s fun to watch the bubbles grow—especially if you’re sharing this with curious kids or grandkids!

A Few Tips Before You Begin

• Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor and sugar content.

• It’s best to use chlorine-free water—chlorine can hinder fermentation.

• Watch your lid daily—you want to release built-up pressure so your jar doesn’t overflow or crack.
• Open slowly over the sink when serving—natural soda can be extra fizzy!

How to Make Homemade Strawberry Soda

Below are the ingredients and instructions for how to make this Homemade Strawberry Soda with natural fermentation.

Ingredients

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• 6 cups sliced strawberries (This will yield about 2 cups of juice.)

• 1/3 cup white cane sugar
• Juice of 1 lemon

• 1/4 cup ginger bug (Learn how to make a Ginger Bug.)
• 2 cups chlorine-free water

Instructions

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1. Puree the strawberries


In a food processor or blender, combine the sliced strawberries with the sugar and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.

2. Strain the mixture

Pour the pureed strawberry mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl to remove seeds and pulp.

3. Add the ginger bug and water


To the strained juice, add the ginger bug and just enough chlorine-free water to bring the total liquid to 4 cups. Stir gently to combine.

4. Transfer to a jar


Pour the mixture into a clean quart-size canning jar. Seal with a tight-fitting lid.

5. Ferment at room temperature

Store the jar in a warm spot out of direct sunlight. Each day, slightly loosen the lid to release any built-up carbon dioxide.

6. Taste test after two days

Begin checking the soda after two days to see if it has the level of carbonation and sweetness you like. Once it’s bubbly and to your taste, it’s ready!

7. Serve and store


Chill the soda in the fridge, enjoy it at room temperature, or pour it over ice. Any leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator, but it may lose carbonation over time.

Enjoy This Treat

Homemade fermented strawberry soda is a lovely treat to keep in your fridge, especially during the warmer months. Once you try it, you’ll see how easy—and delicious—fermentation can be. And it’s such a joy to serve something homemade, simple, and nourishing to your family.

Note: Instead of throwing them out, you can learn How to Make Fruit Scrap Vinegar using Strawberry Tops.

Let me know in the comments if you’ve made this, or if you plan to try it. I always love hearing from you!

Fermentation Safety Notes

• Your soda should smell fruity and slightly tangy—not moldy or foul.
• 
Be sure to use clean jars and utensils every step of the way.
• A bit of foam or fizz is normal.

• If you ever see fuzzy mold or smell something off, discard and start again.

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