Italian Cream Sodas at Home

When summer temps climb, there’s nothing like chilling out with a tall, fizzy drink—and few are as fun (or photogenic!) as Italian cream soda. With their vibrant colors, luscious cream swirl, and sweet, bubbly flavors, these café-style drinks feel like a treat, but they’re surprisingly easy to make at home.

All you need are three key ingredients: flavored syrup, sparkling water, and Smith Brothers cream or half & half. That’s it! Serve them over ice in a tall glass, top with whipped cream if you're feeling extra, and give it a stir to watch the magic happen.

They’re endlessly customizable, so everyone in the family can create their own signature soda. Try classic fruit flavors, bold combos, or even a seasonal twist—just don’t skip the cream! It’s what makes these sodas extra special. 

Italian Cream Soda Recipe

Makes one serving

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup club soda or sparkling water (chilled)
• 2–3 Tablespoons Smith Brothers heavy cream or half & half
• 2-3 Tablespoons flavored syrup (use your favorite store-bought syrup, or make your own homemade syrup with fresh seasonal fruit)
• Ice
• Optional: whipped cream for topping

Instructions:

1. Fill a tall glass with ice.
2. Pour in the flavored syrup of your choice.
3. Add the sparkling water and stir gently to combine.
4. Slowly pour in the Smith Brothers cream or half & half. Watch it swirl!
5. Top with whipped cream, if desired.
6. Enjoy immediately.

Flavor Variations to Try:

Raspberry

• 3 Tbsp raspberry syrup + Splash of vanilla syrup
• Top with whipped cream and crushed freeze-dried strawberries

Creamsicle 

• 2 Tbsp orange syrup + 1 Tbsp vanilla syrup

Berry Vanilla Bliss

• 2 Tbsp blueberry syrup + 1 Tbsp vanilla syrup
• Garnish with fresh blueberries

Mango Chili Pop

• 2 Tbsp mango syrup + 1 Tbsp spicy chili syrup or dash of cayenne

Peachy Keen

• 3 Tbsp peach syrup
• Add a slice of fresh peach for a summery touch

Let your imagination fizz! Mix and match syrups to create your own signature cream soda—and don’t forget to tag us when you share your creations on social. We love seeing what you come up with!