Description
Refreshing Italian cream soda blends sweet syrup and cream for a delightful beverage that whisks you to sunny Italian streets. Cool carbonation and silky smoothness create a perfect summer companion you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ½ cup club soda (or sparkling water)
- 3 tablespoons flavored syrup (such as raspberry, vanilla, or strawberry)
- 2 tablespoons half-and-half (or heavy cream for extra richness)
Additions:
- Ice cubes
Garnish (Optional):
- Whipped cream
- Maraschino cherry
Instructions
- Select a tall, chilled glass and generously add ice cubes, creating a refreshing foundation for the beverage.
- Choose your preferred flavored syrup and cascade it down the interior of the glass, allowing it to mingle with the ice and create a vibrant base.
- Pour club soda over the syrup, filling the glass approximately three-quarters full and stirring gently to integrate the flavors.
- Carefully layer the half-and-half by slowly pouring it over the back of a spoon, which helps create a beautiful marbled effect in the drink.
- Use a long spoon to delicately swirl the layers, creating an appealing visual gradient without completely mixing the components.
- Crown the Italian cream soda with a luxurious dollop of whipped cream, ensuring it sits elegantly atop the drink.
- Enhance the presentation by positioning a plump maraschino cherry at the peak of the whipped cream.
- Insert a decorative straw and serve immediately, inviting your guests to enjoy this classic, refreshing Italian-inspired beverage.
Notes
- Choose high-quality flavored syrup for a richer taste experience that elevates the entire drink.
- Experiment with different syrup flavors like strawberry, raspberry, or vanilla to create unique combinations that suit your mood.
- Use cold half-and-half straight from the refrigerator to maintain the drink’s refreshing temperature and prevent unwanted melting.
- For a lighter version, swap half-and-half withskim milk or a dairy-free alternative like almond or oat milk to accommodate different dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg