Mar 23

Mar 23 Spiked Italian Sodas

Dairy Free, Drinks, Gluten Free, Party Food, Vegan

Italian Sodas were my absolute favorite treat to get when we went to the mall, Nordstrom’s café had the best ones. That sweet syrup, the bubbles, and that splash of cream made them creamy dreamy. So I knew I loved them as a kid, now making them for my kids, but how do I make it for my mama life? Add some freaking vodka! And whipped cream vodka seemed like the best choice because it just adds to that delicious flavor. Back in our day, we didn’t have a wide selection of sparking waters so it was usually made with tonic water. Now that we have almost any flavor you can imagine, I knew I would use them to pump up the flavors even more. These are dangerously delicious and the perfect cute and pastel drink to have in your hand at all the Spring and Summer functions. Leave out the vodka for a kid-approved sipper, my daughter’s best friend is now obsessed.

Now how to make it perfect for you - watching your sugars? Grab some of the many sugar-free versions of the syrup. Vegan or dairy free? Use some of the fantastic plant-based cream options. Like some real fruit in there, just pop some at the bottom. Like it extra extra? Spray some of your favorite whipped cream on top. I included some flavor combos that are delicious. I hope you make these for all your people, perfect to set up a Make-Your-Own Italian Soda bar…

Syrups - I got mine on Amazon here but you can just search for Torani syrups and tons of options will come up.

Sparkling Waters - I went to Target and found all the different types and flavors of sparkling water.

Spiked Italian Sodas

1 1/2 oz flavored syrup
2 oz Whipped Cream Vodka
1 cup flavored sparkling water
splash Heavy Whipping Cream or Half and Half
Ice
Optional - fruit chunks and whipped cream

- In a glass, place fruit (if using), ice at the bottom, then pour over the syrup, vodka, sparkling water, and then the whipping cream. Top with a little whipped cream and stir to enjoy!