Description
Cool Italian cream soda brings refreshing summer vibes to your glass with silky cream and sparkling fizz. Sweet syrup and carbonated water blend perfectly, creating a delightful beverage you’ll crave on warm afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (354 ml) ice
- 1 cup (237 ml) club soda
- 6–8 tablespoons (90–120 ml) fruit syrup
Cream Components:
- 4 tablespoons (60 ml) heavy cream
Topping:
- 4 tablespoons (60 ml) whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare a tall glass and fill it generously with crushed or cubed ice, leaving just enough room for the beverage ingredients.
- Select your preferred fruit syrup and carefully cascade it over the ice, creating a vibrant base layer.
- Introduce club soda gradually, tilting the glass slightly to minimize excessive foam and allow the bubbles to naturally disperse.
- Elegantly drizzle cold heavy cream along the inner glass wall, creating a luxurious marbled effect as it cascades through the icy mixture.
- Crown the beverage with a billowy dollop of freshly whipped cream, ensuring it sits beautifully atop the drink.
- Using a long-handled spoon, gently incorporate the layers to marry the flavors, transforming the separate components into a harmonious, visually stunning Italian Cream Soda.
- Serve immediately with a wide straw to fully appreciate the intricate layers and refreshing blend of sweet syrup, sparkling soda, and rich cream.
Notes
- Customize your drink by choosing your favorite fruit syrup for a personalized flavor experience.
- Layering is key to creating the signature look of this classic beverage, so pour each ingredient carefully.
- Use fresh, cold ingredients to ensure the most refreshing and delightful taste.
- Experiment with different cream options like half-and-half or vanilla cream for unique variations.
- Garnish with a maraschino cherry or fresh fruit slice to elevate the visual appeal and add extra flavor.
- Serve immediately after preparation to enjoy the perfect balance of carbonation and creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 45mg