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This image shows a beautifully served raspberry Italian soda in a tall glass, topped with fluffy whipped cream, fresh raspberries, and a mint sprig, creating a vibrant and refreshing summer drink.

Raspberry Italian Soda

Raspberry Italian soda is a refreshing, bubbly drink bursting with sweet-tart raspberry flavor. Its vibrant color and light, fizzy texture make it a delightful treat, perfect for summer gatherings or as a pick-me-up any time of year.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Cocktails and Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2 people
Calories 227 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Drinking Glasses
  • Medium-Sized Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring spoons
  • Ice Cube Trays

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (plus 2 tbsp more)
  • 1/4 cup Torani raspberry syrup
  • 1 1/2 cup club soda
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar
  • Fresh mint sprigs for garnish optional
  • Fresh raspberries for garnish optional

Instructions
 

  • In a medium-sized bowl, combine ¼ cup of heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla.
  • Whip the mixture until soft peaks form, then set aside.
    This image shows a medium-sized bowl where heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract are being whisked together, forming soft peaks that will be used to top the refreshing raspberry Italian soda.
  • Prepare two large drinking glasses.
  • Start by adding two tablespoons of raspberry syrup to the bottom of each glass.
    This image shows vibrant red raspberry syrup being carefully poured into two large drinking glasses, creating the sweet-tart base for the raspberry Italian soda.
  • Fill the glasses with ice until they’re about three-quarters full.
  • Carefully pour the club soda into the glasses, leaving about ½ inch of space at the top, ensuring not to fill them completely.
    This image shows chilled club soda being poured over ice cubes into the raspberry syrup-filled glasses, creating a fizzy and refreshing base for the Italian soda.
  • Gently stir the club soda and syrup, aiming for a layered appearance.
  • Drizzle 1 tablespoon of heavy cream over each glass.
    This image shows a tablespoon of heavy cream being drizzled over the top of the fizzy raspberry soda, adding a creamy and layered texture to the vibrant drink.
  • Finish by topping with whipped cream, fresh raspberries, and an optional mint garnish.
    This image shows the raspberry Italian soda being topped with freshly whipped cream, bright red raspberries, and a sprig of mint, adding a decorative and flavorful garnish to the drink.

Notes

  • Feel free to use any flavored syrup you like!
  • For added variety, you can mix flavored carbonated water with the syrup to create unique flavors.
  • This recipe yields 2 drinks, so you can easily double it to serve a larger group.
  • Aim for soft peaks when whipping the cream, rather than a stiff texture.
  • Experiment with combining different syrups to discover new flavor combinations.