Vanilla Cream Soda
A nostalgic and delightfully sweet non-alcoholic beverage, Vanilla Cream Soda is characterized by its smooth, creamy vanilla flavor and playful effervescence, reminiscent of a classic soda fountain treat.
Prepare flavor base
In a tall serving glass, combine 0.25 cup (60 ml) chilled milk and 1.5 tablespoons vanilla syrup (or dissolved sugar with vanilla extract). Stir well to combine the milk and vanilla flavoring.
💡 Tips:
- •For a richer cream soda, use half-and-half or whole milk. Adjust vanilla syrup quantity to your desired sweetness and vanilla intensity.
Add ice and sparkling water
Fill the glass generously with 1 serving of ice. Slowly pour 0.75 cup (180 ml) chilled club soda or sparkling water over the ice and milk mixture.
💡 Tips:
- •Pouring slowly helps maintain the fizz and prevents too much foam. Ensure all liquids are well-chilled.
Stir gently and garnish
Stir the mixture very gently once or twice to combine the layers without losing too much carbonation. Garnish with 1 maraschino cherry, if desired. Serve immediately with a straw.
💡 Tips:
- •The maraschino cherry adds a classic soda fountain touch and a pop of color.
- 💡**Richness Boost:** For an extra creamy texture, use a splash of heavy cream instead of milk.
- 💡**Homemade Vanilla Syrup:** You can make your own by simmering equal parts sugar and water with a vanilla bean or vanilla extract until dissolved and fragrant, then cooling.
- 💡**Flavor Variations:** A tiny pinch of salt can surprisingly enhance the sweetness and round out the flavors.
- 💡**Vanilla Bean:** For an elevated experience, use vanilla bean paste or scrape a tiny bit of fresh vanilla bean into the milk mixture for visible specks and intense flavor.
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