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Tall glass of raspberry Italian cream soda with whipped cream and cherry on a marble counter.

Make Italian Soda at Home

Jordan Mike
Discover how to craft creamy, fruit-filled Italian Soda at home with step-by-step tips, flavor combos and party ideas—refreshment ready in minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Dessert, Drinks
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 1 tall (16 oz) glass
Calories 185 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ice – enough to fill the glass

  • 1 oz raspberry syrup or any fruit syrup you love

6 oz club soda – swap for plain soda water or sparkling water if you prefer

  • 2 oz half-and-half use coconut milk for a dairy-free twist

Whipped cream – generous swirl for the top

  • 1 maraschino cherry for the finishing touch

Instructions
 

Fill the glass to the brim with ice.

  • Add the syrup: pour 1 oz of raspberry syrup directly over the ice.

Top with fizz: gently stream in 6 oz of club soda (or sparkling water) so the bubbles stay lively.

  • Float the cream: slowly pour 2 oz of half-and-half down the inside of the glass to create that signature layered ombré.

Garnish: finish with a cloud of whipped cream and perch the maraschino cherry on top.

    Notes

    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    Calories Fat Sat Fat Carbs Sugar Protein
    185 kcal 9 g 6 g 25 g 22 g 3 g
    Macros are estimates; values vary with syrup brand and dairy choice.

    Category & Tags

    • Course: Beverage / Dessert Drink
    • Cuisine: American-Italian café style
    • Diet: Vegetarian · Gluten-Free
    • Method: No-Cook, Quick Mix
    • Keyword: Italian Soda, Italian Cream Soda, Raspberry
    • Skill Level: Easy (beginner-friendly)
    Keyword Italian Cream Soda, Italian Soda, Raspberry