Description
Learn how to make a classic Italian Cream Soda at home—a refreshing, fizzy drink featuring a perfect blend of creamy sweetness, flavored syrup, and sparkling club soda, topped with whipped cream and a cherry for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cream Mixture
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water, heated until sugar dissolves, then cooled)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Beverage Base
- 1 cup club soda, chilled
- Flavored syrup of your choice (such as raspberry, strawberry, vanilla, or amaretto), 2 tablespoons or to taste
- Ice cubes
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the heavy cream, simple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Whisk vigorously for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly, becoming frothy and able to hold its shape.
- Refrigerate if Needed: Set the prepared cream mixture aside, refrigerating if you are not using it immediately to keep it fresh and cool.
- Fill the Glass with Ice: Take a tall glass and fill it completely with ice cubes to keep the drink chilled.
- Add Flavored Syrup: Pour approximately 2 tablespoons of your chosen flavored syrup over the ice. Adjust the amount based on your preferred sweetness and flavor intensity.
- Pour Club Soda: Slowly pour chilled club soda over the ice and syrup, leaving about one to two inches of space at the top of the glass.
- Add the Cream Mixture: Gently pour the prepared cream mixture over the club soda. The cream should float delicately on top, creating a beautiful layered effect.
- Top and Garnish: Optionally, top your Italian Cream Soda with a generous swirl of whipped cream and garnish with a maraschino cherry for an extra special touch.
- Serve Immediately: Serve your Italian Cream Soda right away to enjoy its creamy, fizzy, and refreshing flavors at their best.
Notes
- The simple syrup should be cooled completely before mixing with cream to prevent curdling.
- You can experiment with different flavored syrups to customize your soda to your liking.
- If you prefer a lighter cream, you can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream but the texture may be less rich.
- For a non-alcoholic version, avoid using amaretto syrup or any alcoholic flavored syrups.
- Use chilled ingredients for the best refreshing effect.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
