You can make this Blueberry Italian Soda recipe at home with only a handful of ingredients. This drink is the perfect refreshment for a hot summer day, a party, or any time in between!
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Why I Love This Recipe
This Italian Blueberry Soda makes the perfect dessert because it's fruity, creamy, bubbly, and full of flavor just like my Air Fryer Pop Tarts. Another great thing about this recipe is that once you know how to make it, you can use any flavor you like similar to my Fresh Fruit Shrub Recipe.
If you are craving a creamy, bubbly, and flavorful drink then you have to try one of these non-alcoholic sodas! And, let's be honest, anything with whipped cream on top is bound to be good, am I right?
What Is An Italian Soda?
According to Wikipedia: "Despite the name, this drink originated in the US, not in Italy. The name is due to it being a form of Italian soda. Italian cream soda is usually made of a mixture of carbonated water, vanilla syrup, and added half and half or cream."
Despite the name, Italian sodas actually originated in San Francisco by an Italian couple in 1925. Ever since the name and flavor profile has become popular all over.
How to Make a Blueberry Italian Soda
First, prepare a tall glass with fresh ice. Pour in the blueberry syrup followed by the heavy cream. Slowly pour in the club soda until the bubbles reach the top of the glass.
You can serve layered or mixed together with a spoon. Top with whipped cream and fresh blueberries. Serve immediately.
How to Make Blueberry Simple Syrup
Blueberry Simple Syrup is easy to make and you can use fresh or frozen blueberries. Simply bring blueberries, sugar, and water to a boil. Stir and mash the berries with a masher.
Remove the pan from the heat and allow the mixture to steep as it cools for at least 1 hour. Strain the solids from the liquid and you have the syrup. For the full recipe, check out my Blueberry Simple Syrup recipe.
Different Italian Soda Flavors
The great thing about Italian soda is that the flavors are endless, here are a few ideas:
- Strawberry
- Raspberry
- Peach
- Blackberry
- Pineapple
- Mint
Make this an Italian Cream Soda
Although the cream in this drink makes it, well...creamy, you can also add an extra flavor boost by adding cream soda to the drink instead of just club soda. Cream soda will add a layer of vanilla flavor as well as a little more sweetness.
Tools You May Need to Make Italian Soda
Versatile glasses by Libbey are the perfect design for fun Italian sodas. And, if you are making these for the kiddos, try this plastic cup version, also by Libbey (yes, these are both beer glasses, but that doesn't mean you can only put beer in them!).
Fun paper straws are always a must when making Italian Sodas and they are biodegradable too! Yu can find them online, in craft stores, and some grocery stores.
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Blueberry Italian Soda
Equipment
- straw (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 ounces blueberry simple syrup
- 1 ounce heavy whipping cream or half and half
- 4-8 ounces club soda
- whipped cream (store-bought or homemade)
- fresh blueberries for garnish
Instructions
- Make the blueberry simple syrup first. You can make this ahead of time and store it in the frdige until you are ready to use it so that it is nice and cold.
- Prepare a tall glass with fresh ice.
- First, pour in the blueberry syrup and then the heavy cream.
- Slowly pour in the club soda until the bubbles reach the top of the glass.
- You can serve layered or stir it with a spoon first. Top with whipped cream and fresh blueberries. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can add an extra flavor boost by adding cream soda to the drink instead of just club soda. Cream soda will add a layer of vanilla flavor as well as a little more sweetness.
How to Make Blueberry Syrup
Blueberry Simple Syrup is easy to make and you can use fresh or frozen blueberries. Simply bring blueberries, sugar, and water to a boil. Stir and mash the berries with a masher. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the mixture to steep as it cools for at least 1 hour. Strain the solids from the liquid and you have the syrup. For the full recipe, check out my Blueberry Simple Syrup recipe.Nutrition
Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
Sue says
I wanted to make something different for a family get-together and this soda was perfect! Delicious and refreshing on a hot summer day!
Emily says
So glad to hear it, Sue! Thank you!
jess says
Holy smokes, was this good! I was looking for a special drink without spirits, to serve at one of my BBQ's. The blueberry simple syrup was outstanding and I felt so fancy sipping on this pretty drink!
Emily says
Awesome, thanks for sharing, Jess!
Katie says
this recipe is soooo cool! I love making fun recipes like this and this one did not disappoint!
Emily says
Thanks, Katie, I agree, the fun ones are always the best!
Carrie Robinson says
This sounds like such a refreshing and tasty treat to make for summertime! And perfect while fresh blueberries are in season. 🙂
Tavo says
Mmmm, that was a yummy drink! I loved this soda recipe! thanks!
Emily says
You are welcome!!
cyndy says
This was so scrumptious! I dessert and a drink all rolled into one! the blueberry syrup was awesome and I may have to make a double batch next time!
Emily says
Good idea! Thanks for trying it.
Dana says
Oh my goodness, who needs ice cream or cake for dessert? This drink is IT. So tasty and sweet!
Emily says
So true!!😄
Mahy says
Now this is a unique recipe to try over the weekend. Love the ingredients and fantastic result!
Emily says
I hope you love it!