Strawberry Dirty Soda
A citrus soda mixed with half and half or cream and strawberry simple syrup.
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- A spoon or straw (for stirring)
- A glass that’s around 12 ounces
- Straw (optional)
Ingredients
- 7.5 fl oz can of Sprite use can use a different low-sugar variation such as Lemon Lime Poppi or Olipop.
- 1-3 tablespoons of strawberry syrup
- 1-2 tablespoons of half and half
- Ice- can be cubed or crushed optional
Instructions
- First, add desired amount of ice to a glass that's about 12 oz.
- Then add your strawberry syrup.
- Next, slowly add the soda and then the half and half into the glass of strawberry syrup.
- Finally, gently stir your strawberry dirty soda to combine and enjoy!
Notes
How to store
I highly recommend drinking your strawberry dirty soda right away and then making a new one if need be. The reason for this is because the half and half will separate from the soda and the soda will loose its fizz.
You can prep your syrup ahead of time though. If you are making your own strawberry syrup, then you can make it and store it in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Lastly, if you must store your strawberry dirty soda in the fridge, be sure to give it a good stir and add some ice to revive it again!
How to make the strawberry simple syrup
Want to make your own strawberry simple syrup, but aren't sure how? Well like the name suggests, it is pretty simple!
Start by bringing a cup of cane sugar and a cup of water to a boil.
Once the sugar and the water are boiling, add in about a cup of hulled, sliced strawberries.
Turn the heat down to a simmer and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes.
Next, remove the strawberry syrup from the heat and use a potato masher, or some other type of masher, to mash the strawberries into a pulp.
Then, strain the pulp from the syrup with a cheese cloth of fine mesh strainer.
Store the strawberry syrup in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Also, be sure to save the pulp! It tastes really good on ice cream, yogurt, pancakes, and more.
FAQ's (Common Questions) for Strawberry Dirty Soda
Can I use a 12 fl oz can of soda instead of a 7.5 fl oz can? Yes, just adjust the ratios of strawberry syrup and half and half to taste. I recommend adding at least an additional tablespoon of strawberry syrup and half and half. But again, the biggest thing is to make it to your liking! :)
What if the half and half and soda start separating? This commonly happens, so don't worry! Just give the dirty soda a good, gentle stir.
What if I don't have half and half? You can use another dairy or non-dairy alternative. Some examples of what you could use are: heavy cream, oat milk creamer, or even coconut cream.
Is this drink kid friendly? Yes, but keep in mind that some sodas have caffeine, so consider using a caffeine-free soda if making it for a kid.
Can I make a big batch? I would, again, just recommend prepping the strawberry syrup first. You could buy your soda in bulk and have a pitcher of it. Then have guests add in desired amounts of half and half and strawberry syrup.
Can I use store-bought strawberry syrup? Of course! You can choose what strawberry syrup you want to add.
Can I make it dairy-free? For sure! Use whatever plant based milk or creamer that you want! Just keep in mind that some plant based milks can separate a bit more in sodas.