Cherry Cream Soda

Jul 31, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Easy

A refreshing cherry cream soda made with cherry syrup, chilled club soda, ice, and topped with half-and-half for a creamy finish.

Prep 2 min

Cook —

Total 2 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

1.0 fl oz (30.0 ml)cherry syrup
8.0 fl oz (240.0 ml)chilled club soda
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice
1.0 fl oz (30.0 ml)half-and-half

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Instructions

Fill a tall glass with ice.
Add cherry syrup and chilled club soda; stir gently to combine.
Float half-and-half on top for a creamy finish, then serve immediately.

Tips

Use fresh cherry syrup or good-quality bottled syrup for best flavor. For a dairy-free version, substitute half-and-half with coconut cream.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make cherry cream soda?

Plan on 2 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make cherry cream soda ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers, covered, for up to 2 days; add fresh ice just before serving.

How do I make cherry cream soda dairy-free?

Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.

A refreshing cherry cream soda made with cherry syrup, chilled club soda, ice, and topped with half-and-half for a creamy finish.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

133 Calories / serving

3.6g Fat

25.4g Carbs

1.0g Protein

25.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~133 cal · 4g fat · 25g carbs · 1g protein · 25g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 133 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 25 min·1.5 mi·~2950 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 18 min·0.9 mi·~1800 steps
Moderate cycling 14 min·2.8 mi
Swimming laps 19 min
Jogging 13 min·1.1 mi·~2100 steps
Stair climbing 12 min·~1100 steps
Dancing 22 min
Bodyweight circuit training 14 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 31 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.