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Getting together with friends and hosting the first summer party of the year is something I look forward to celebrating all year. I cannot think of anything else I’d rather sip on than these homemade Italian Cream Sodas.

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Growing up, our family had a Sunday tradition to eat at our favorite Italian restaurant in Milwaukee. As a kid, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this drink. I’d order one or two cream sodas and know that I was the luckiest kid on earth.

If you’ve ever tried to make them at home then you know that the recipe only works with flavored syrups. Italian Cream Sodas have been a huge part of my life. I started making them during college when I was away from home and to this day I still make them for the holidays when I visit home. It’s also the perfect drink to make for a hot summer day and is even perfect to serve for a bridal party or a girls night in.

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To make this recipe, start by pouring cold club soda into a large pitcher. Carefully stir in pineapple juice. Next, measure Torani Raspberry Syrup and add it to the pitcher.

Stir in Torani Peach Syrup. I really loved the added peach flavor syrup in this drink. It heightened the raspberry flavor and really brought the drink together. I highly suggest adding it to the beverage as suggested in the recipe.

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Next, stir in vanilla extract and Torani Caramel or Vanilla Syrup. Refrigerate the pitcher for at least 30 minutes to an hour. Evenly divide the beverage between 6 tall glasses, filling it 3/5th to the top of the rim.

Stir in 2 tablespoons of half and half into each glass. Spoon in whipped cream filling it to the top of the rim. Garnish with fresh raspberries or pineapple and serve with a straw.

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I found my Torani summer flavored syrups at Walmart, located in the tea section.

While traditional Torani flavored syrups can also be used to flavor your coffee such as those in the coffee aisle, be sure to look for the new summer flavors at Walmart in the tea aisle on the shelves.

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These syrup flavors are new to Walmart and are made with real, simple ingredients like pure cane sugar and natural flavors that are perfect to flavor summer beverages whether making a large batch for entertaining or a unique single serve drink recipe to sip on outdoors. The new pour spout makes it incredibly easy to add a splash to drinks when entertaining with friends. Now, it’s even easier to make your favorite flavored drinks at home with the new Torani Raspberry Syrup, Passion Fruit Syrup, and Peach Syrup.

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Our family can never have enough cold summer beverage recipes on hand to entertain with and serve to friends. We love to keep the kitchen stocked with Torani syrups to add exceptional flavor to all of our beverages. It’s summer moments like these that I’m thankful to share my favorite drink recipes with friends the most.

What are your favorite recipes to use with Torani flavored syrups? Have you tried all the flavors from Walmart?

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Italian Cream Soda

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A fizzy beverage made with sparkling club soda, pineapple juice, Torani Raspberry Syrup, and cream. Topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit, this drink will quickly become a favorite.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Course Beverage

Cuisine Italian

Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 6 cups club soda
  • 1 + 1/2 cups pineapple juice
  • 1 + 2/3 cup Torani Raspberry Syrup
  • 1/4 cup Torani Peach Syrup
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon Torani Caramel or Vanilla Syrup, optional
  • 12 tablespoons half and half
  • 1 large homemade whipped cream or store bought
  • 1 pint raspberries
  • pineapple, to garnish optional

Instructions

  • In a large pitcher, combine club soda and pineapple juice.

    Stir in Torani Raspberry Syrup and Torani Peach Syrup.

    Stir in vanilla extract and Torani Caramel or Vanilla flavored syrup.

    Refrigerate pitcher for 1 hour.

    Divide drink evenly between 6 cups filling it 3/5th to the top of the rim.

    Stir 2 tablespoons of cream into each cup.

    Top with whipped cream.

    Garnish with fresh raspberries or sliced pineapple. Serve chilled with straw.

Notes

**Make the drink the day of the party. Pineapple may go bad exposed to air.

Nutritional information is only an estimate and it's accuracy is not guaranteed to be exact.

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11 Responses

  1. Italian Cream Soda | Swanky Recipes (9)
    What a pretty drink! I am wondering if alcohol could be added to the recipe for a holiday co*cktail. If so, what kind? Any thoughts and/or suggestions?

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    1. Hi Margee, I think rum or vodka would be a good choice. Could even try sparkling prosecco wine (white). Let me know how it goes!

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  2. Italian Cream Soda | Swanky Recipes (10)
    Really yummy and delicious! Perfect drink for summer!!!I loved its color!!

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  3. Italian Cream Soda | Swanky Recipes (11)
    Delicious ice cream soda, I love the color, I need to try your recipe as summer is heating up in Texas.

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  4. Italian Cream Soda | Swanky Recipes (12)
    What a perfect recipe for summer! I love Italian sodas! Though I tend to do mine without cream!

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  5. Italian Cream Soda | Swanky Recipes (13)
    Gorgeous looking drink. I’ve got to check out the Torani flavors and pick some up next time I go to the store. What a great afternoon treat to sip during the hot weather. Great idea making your own cream soda!!

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  6. Italian Cream Soda | Swanky Recipes (14)
    I love Torani syrups, they have such amazing flavor!! These italian sodas are DREAMY!!! I want one now!

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  7. Italian Cream Soda | Swanky Recipes (15)
    Oh that is such a treat!! I love how pretty that color is and beautifully you have blended so many flavors. YUM! I can’t wait to try this.

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  8. Italian Cream Soda | Swanky Recipes (16)
    Oh my Gosh!!! These look so gorgeous and I wish I could scoop one out of the screen!! I love Italian soda and they are my fav all summer long and this is so easy to make using the Torani syrups.

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  9. Italian cream sodas are so yummy! I can’t believe that I have never made one at home before now.

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  10. Raspberry is my favorite! These look so good! Yum! #client

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FAQs

How to keep cream from curdling in Italian soda? ›

Thanks! The curdling happens when dairy is mixed with citrus. Unfortunately there is not a way to stop this from happening unless you use dairy friendly products like Torani's Dairy friendly orange syrup. Another way to postpone the curdling is to add the syrup first, seltzer water, Ice and the pour the cream over top.

Can I use Sprite instead of club soda for Italian soda? ›

In place of sparkling water, you can use lightly flavored options like LaCroix, or even Fresca, Sprite, or Ginger Ale. feel free to use Feel free to mix and match flavors or add fresh fruit garnishes like cherries, strawberries, or lime or lemon wedges.

Can you use snow cone syrup for Italian soda? ›

Alternative to Fruit Syrup for Italian Cream Sodas:

You can also use snow cone syrup if you want more fanciful flavors!

How do you add cream so it doesn't curdle? ›

Most of the time, when you make a cream sauce or soup and the cream curdles, you've heated it too quickly. Keep the burner down at a low temperature so it doesn't create bubbles, and stir the cream sauce/soup regularly. When you want to add a cold liquid to a hot liquid you must temper the cold one beforehand.

How many pumps of syrup are in an Italian soda? ›

How Many Pumps of Syrup in Italian Soda? If you're preparing Italian soda in a 16-ounce cup, use somewhere between 2-6 pumps of flavoring syrup. The amount of syrup you use depends on how strong you want the flavor to be. Italian soda is an excellent addition to any drink menu.

What's the difference between Italian soda and cream soda? ›

Italian cream soda uses sparkling water (or club soda) and flavored syrup as primary ingredients for a base, similar to classic Italian soda. But Italian cream soda calls for another significant ingredient - a generous helping of some dairy product.

What is a Sicilian soda? ›

A' Siciliana Sicilian Sparkling Beverage- Refreshing and Delicious Italian Soda made with Sicilian Citrus. Authentic Imported Italian Beverage - Blood Orange Soda 24 Pack 11.15 Fl Oz Cans.

Why does Italian soda taste different? ›

Italians tend to favor less sugary and processed drinks than Americans. Accordingly, homegrown Italian sodas are flavored with more recognizable natural fruit juices and syrups.

What is the most popular Italian soda? ›

San Pellegrino Sanbittèr

The most famous of the Italian sodas, ruby-red Sanbittèr is the brand you'll most likely encounter at your local Italian-American market or pork store.

Do they drink Italian soda in Italy? ›

However, while Italian soda is most definitely made with soda water, you won't find it on the menu in Italy! Check out these interesting facts about this handcrafted American drink.

Is Italian soda healthier than regular soda? ›

The biggest difference between Italian soda and regular soda is the lack of artificial ingredients. They're made with natural flavors, while most regular sodas are made with artificial flavors and colors. This means that they're generally healthier than regular sodas.

Can Torani syrup be used in soda? ›

Add your flavor choice of Torani syrup and the sparkling water or club soda. Stir. To make it an Italian cream soda, float the half-and-half on top of the drink. Stir in just prior to drinking.

What is similar to Italian soda? ›

  • 1) Club Soda: If you want a very carbonated, bubbly Italian Soda, this is for you! ...
  • 2) Selzer water: This had the same carbonated effect as the Club Soda, but tasted a tiny bit different. ...
  • 3) Perrier sparkling water: This is a less carbonated, but still great-tasting Italian Soda.
Jun 18, 2013

What are Italian cream sodas made of? ›

ingredients
  • 4 ounces Italian syrup, flavor (Vanilla, Cherry, Orange, Raspberry, Almond, Hazelnut or Caramel)
  • 4 ounces half-and-half.
  • 10 ounces club soda.

How do you add cream to soda without curdling? ›

How do you avoid curdling in cream sodas? To postpone the curding in a homemade cream soda is to add the syrup first, then club soda, icecubes and then pour the cream over the top. Then you gently stir the drink to mix before drinking.

Why does cream liqueur curdle in soda? ›

Be aware that acidic ingredients (such as coffee, juice or carbonated beverages) may cause the product to curdle. If you're interested in launching a mixable (low pH) cream liqueur, we have a solution!

Why does creamer curdle in soda? ›

milk and soda come together and sink to the bottom leaving a clear substance. As a result, the protein in milk attached to the acid in the soda causing it to curdle resulting in a chemical change.

How to stop cream sauce from splitting? ›

While cooking, keeping the heat low and slow can keep your sauce happy and together! Add a little fat back––a classic emulsified sauce is typically a 1:1 ratio of fat to liquid! If your sauce is breaking but is also very thin, vigorously whisking in a little fat (butter, egg yolk) can bring it around.

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