Vanilla Italian Soda

Aug 22, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Easy

A refreshing iced Italian soda made with vanilla syrup and club soda, served over ice. For a creamy variation, add a float of half-and-half on top.

Prep 3 min

Cook —

Total 3 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

1.0 fl oz (30.0 ml)vanilla syrup
8.0 fl oz (240.0 ml)chilled club soda
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice
2.0 fl oz (60.0 ml)half-and-half (optional)

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Instructions

Fill a tall glass with ice.
Add vanilla syrup and chilled club soda; stir gently to combine.
For cream soda, float half-and-half on top, then serve immediately.

Tips

Use pure vanilla syrup or make your own by combining equal parts sugar and water with pure vanilla extract. To make a dairy-free version, substitute coconut milk for half-and-half.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make vanilla italian soda?

Plan on 3 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make vanilla italian soda ahead?

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

A refreshing iced Italian soda made with vanilla syrup and club soda, served over ice. For a creamy variation, add a float of half-and-half on top.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

174 Calories / serving

7.1g Fat

26.8g Carbs

1.9g Protein

26.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~174 cal · 7g fat · 27g carbs · 2g protein · 27g sugar

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

Per serving · 174 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 33 min·1.9 mi·~3850 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 24 min·1.2 mi·~2400 steps
Moderate cycling 18 min·3.6 mi
Swimming laps 24 min
Jogging 17 min·1.4 mi·~2700 steps
Stair climbing 16 min·~1450 steps
Dancing 28 min
Bodyweight circuit training 18 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 40 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.