Cherry Vanilla Soda
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons cherry syrup maraschino cherry juice or warmed, strained cherry preserves
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 6 ounces chilled club soda
- Ice
- 2 maraschino cherries with stems for garnish
- Whipped cream optional
Instructions
- Fill a tall soda fountain glass with ice.
- Pour in the cherry syrup and vanilla extract.
- Top slowly with the club soda, pouring down the side of the glass to keep the fizz.
- Give one gentle stir with a long spoon so the vanilla doesn't sink to the bottom.
- Top with whipped cream if using, then drop in the cherries.
- Serve with a straw and a long spoon right away, while it's still fizzing.
Good to Know
No cherry syrup on hand? Warm 3 tablespoons cherry preserves with 1 tablespoon water and strain out the fruit.