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Vanilla Bourbon Cream Soda

Velvety Vanilla Bourbon Cream Soda for Effortless Elegance

Experience the delightful nostalgia with this Vanilla Bourbon Cream Soda, a perfect blend of creamy vanilla and smooth bourbon for an elegant drink.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Drink
  • 1.5 to 2 ounces Bourbon Choose a smooth, mid-range bourbon.
  • 4 to 6 ounces Club Soda or Seltzer Well-chilled unflavored varieties.
  • 0.75 to 1 ounces Vanilla Syrup Use store-bought or homemade.
  • 0.5 to 1 ounces Heavy Cream or Half-and-Half Dairy-free options include oat or coconut cream.
  • Ice Fresh, clear ice cubes Essential for keeping drink cold.
For the Garnish
  • 1 dollop Whipped Cream For topping.
  • 1 Maraschino Cherry Classic garnish.
  • 1 Orange Twist For brightening the drink.
  • 1 Vanilla Bean Optional for presentation.
Optional Enhancements
  • 1 dash Bitters Aromatic or orange bitters work well.

Equipment

  • highball or Collins glass
  • bar spoon
  • freezer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Chill a highball or Collins glass in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes.
  2. Remove the glass from the freezer and fill it with fresh, clear ice cubes.
  3. Measure and pour 1.5 to 2 ounces of bourbon over the ice.
  4. Add 0.75 to 1 ounce of vanilla syrup and stir gently.
  5. Pour in 0.5 to 1 ounce of heavy cream or half-and-half gently.
  6. Top with 4 to 6 ounces of club soda or seltzer, pouring against the side of the glass.
  7. Stir gently with a bar spoon, preserving the carbonation.
  8. Taste your creation and adjust sweetness or creaminess if desired.
  9. Garnish with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry, or add an orange twist.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drinkCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 60mg

Notes

Chill all ingredients for the best experience. Adjust sweetness and creaminess to your taste preferences.

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