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Nadia James

Peppermint Vanilla Cream Soda

A restrained hint of peppermint turns vanilla soda into a dessert-like holiday treat.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chilled club soda
  • 1 cup chilled vanilla cream soda
  • 1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/4 cup half-and-half
  • 1 cup ice
  • 4 small peppermint candy canes optional garnish

Equipment

  • pitcher
  • measuring spoons
  • glasses

Method
 

  1. Stir vanilla cream soda and half-and-half together gently in a small pitcher.
  2. Stir in exactly 1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract; do not add more before tasting.
  3. Fill four glasses with ice and divide cream-soda base.
  4. Top evenly with chilled club soda; garnish with a candy cane if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Peppermint extract is potent; more can overpower the drink.
Storage: Do not store mixed carbonated dairy soda; assemble immediately and refrigerate any extra half-and-half.
Serving suggestion: Offer as a sweet alternative to hot cocoa.