Soda!!!

Oh, this is so cool. I just found a video on Serious Eats http://www.seriouseats.com/2009/09/video-how-to-make-your-own-soda.html#continued
that shows how to make your own soda at home! It looks like a lot of fun, so I am pretty sure we will be making this soon.

1/8 tsp yeast (be precise!) (can be brewers or bakers, but champagne yeast is best. get from specialty stores or online)
1/2 c lukewarm water
1 gallon water (opt.: distilled)
2 1/4 c sugar (opt.: sugar sub)
1 T + 1 tsp soda extract

1 gallon (non-aluminum) container
funnel
two 2-liter plastic soda bottles


First, decide on a flavor; have the flavor ready with other supplies!
Dissolve the yeast in the lukewarm water.
Let soak 5 minutes.
Using a funnel, pour sugar, soda extract and dissolved yeast into the gallon container.
Add enough water to fill it.
Close tightly, and shake until the sugar dissolves completely.
Using the funnel again, divide the mixture into the two soda bottles.
Screw the lids on tightly.
Store the bottles in a dark place at room temperature for 4-6 days.
Give the bottles a gentle squeeze every day. If one feels to tight or full open the lid just enough to release some pressure, and reclose it tightly.
Refrigerate the when they are as firm as store-bought soda. Drink within 4 weeks.