When my doctor recommended that I give up alcohol and caffeine, I knew that it would not be easy. London Fogs and Vodka Martinis are a big part of my Friday. Sunrise, sunset, and what not. So I needed to find other beverages to replace them.
I bought a Soda Stream on a whim, and I have used it almost every day since I purchased it.
My favorite every day drink was actually suggested to me by a reader, it’s soda water with lemon–lime bitters in it. It’s simple and refreshing, but also feels a little…festive?
Looking for some other recipes for mocktails to make with the Soda Stream, I found this wonderful Grapefruit Rosemary drink from Aline Made. It’s so fresh with citrus and herbal notes. It would also taste lovely with a bit of vodka in it, but it’s also fabulous as is.
I also found this lovely Coconut Lime Spritzer and this Berry Nice Mocktail. Both of which will be perfect for spring and summer.
I like the Soda Stream so much, that I am considering asking for this Aarke carbonator for my birthday. It’ll look great sitting out on my dining room bar.
These Flora Nikrooz pajamas found their way into my cart a few weeks ago. They are wonderful. I put them on on Saturday nights, and it’s like a gift to myself. The second they hit my skin, the weekend has begun.
They remind me of the Lou & Grey loungewear sets that are so popular right now, but you can buy both pieces for the cost of the L&G pants. I love both, but these ones are a little nicer for the price.
Plus-size? MissGuided has a few nice sets in a variety of colors. Lauren Conrad also has some options for petite readers.
10 comments
Meg says:
I bought the Aarke to replace a very old soda stream that finally bit the dust. I love it. The bubbles feel smaller than the soda stream, which I prefer. And it looks great on the counter!
Becky says:
I like my Aarke too. My only complaint is the bottle isn’t dishwasher safe (found that out the hard way).
TheLOOP says:
How long have you had the SodaStream? I want to get one but the reviews seem to suggest it stops working after a few months?
Belle says:
I’ve had it two months. No problems. I’ve already changed the canister once, and it still works fine.
TheLOOP says:
Thanks!
Nadine says:
I’m so envious! I had to order a replacement Soda Stream this week and it is stuck somewhere on a delivery delay. I use it multiple times a day and a week without bubbles has meant I end up drinking less water.
My original Soda Stream was a gift about 6 years ago and it only bit the dust last week.
e says:
Those pajamas look so cozy! Did you order your usual size? The Nordstrom reviews are a bit mixed. Thanks!
Lily says:
In the pandemic, we are definitely drinking too much.
To attempt to balance it out, I fell prey to an instagram ad for Alinea’s new alcohol free cocktails: http://zero.recipes/ – and they are so fun!
(Warning: this book is not for mere mortals. Finding the ingredients is a huge scavenger hunt, but having a cocktail that has the sophistication of a mixed drink but none of the downsides of alcohol is magnificent.)
MX says:
Oooh this is so spot on. I just got a Sodastream for my birthday and am obsessed with it. And I’ve been on the hunt for new loungewear, so this post is all kinds of up my alley! Thank you!
D says:
PSA that Costco has Flora Nikrooz pajamas for $17 right now! Different style but I picked a pair up in the store today and they feel amazing. https://www.costco.com/flora-nikrooz-ladies'-crop-pant-pj-set.product.100668354.html