STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Remember those delightfully orange-y Nehi sodas from when you were about, ahem, knee high? Or the inviting look that a glass bottle of electric orange, mandarin-flavored Stewart's or Jarritos brand sodas have? Well, you can replicate that seriously fruity punch and the vibrant hue with all natural ingredients.
It all starts with clementines which usually has little pith, the white part of the skin that carries a natural bitterness. (And, you'll see why having little pith is important in this easy recipe.)
Pour 2 cups of hot water over the fruit mash in the sieve. Let strain for about 20 minutes. Discard the solids or toss them into a compost pile. The highly concentrated liquid can be diluted with more water, ice or seltzer.