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Strawberry Italian Cream Soda
Ingredients
For the Strawberry Syrup:
- 1 cup strawberries fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- cup mint/basil - to equal approximately 1/4 optional
For the Soda:
- 3-4 ice cubes
- 3 tablespoons berry syrup
- ½ cup sparkling water or club soda
- 1-2 tablespoons whipping cream
Instructions
To make the syrup:
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In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, water and herbs (optional) over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, and let boil for 5-10 minutes.
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Strain through a fine mesh strainer.
To make the drink:
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Fill a glass with ice.
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Add the syrup, then club soda.
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Pour in whipping cream to top it off. Admire the beauty!
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Stir before drinking to combine.
Recipe Notes
Change it Up:
Substitute raspberries or blackberries in the syrup.
Instead of making a syrup, use a pre-purchased syrup (such as Torani brand).
Dress it Up:
Add a squirt of whipped cream and some fresh berry slices on top to impress.
Dress it Down:
Not into cream? Leave it out completely for a simple Italian soda (sans cream).