Strawberry Cream Soda
A nostalgic and refreshing homemade strawberry cream soda with real fruit, fizzy bubbles, and a swirl of cream. Perfect for summer days, celebrations, and customizable to your taste.
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- Measuring spoons/cups
- Fine mesh strainer (optional)
- Mason jars or soda glasses
- Spoon or straw
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled
- 2–3 tbsp simple syrup (or honey/maple to taste)
- ¼ cup heavy cream (or coconut cream/oat cream)
- 1 ½ cups soda water or sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Optional: ½ tsp vanilla extract, lemon juice, whipped cream, fresh mint
Instructions
Make Strawberry Purée:
- Blend strawberries with syrup until smooth. Strain for a pulp-free version (optional).
Chill Components:
- Refrigerate the purée, cream, and soda water for at least 30 minutes for best results.
Assemble the Drink:
- Fill each glass with ice. Add 2–3 tablespoons of strawberry purée at the bottom. Pour over 1–2 tablespoons of cream, then top off with chilled soda water.
Gently Stir:
- Swirl gently to mix or leave slightly layered for a visual ombré effect.
Garnish & Serve:
- Top with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, or a mint sprig. Serve immediately with a straw.
Notes
- Make it vegan: Use maple syrup and coconut cream.
- Make it extra indulgent: Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a float version.
- Want it thicker? Blend the strawberries with a few cubes of ice to make a smoothie-like texture.
- Adjust sweetness: Add more or less syrup based on the natural sweetness of your strawberries.
- For parties: Make a large batch of purée and let guests build their own soda!