Fountain Soda Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Soda
Optional Add-ins
Method
Prepare Glass
- 1
Chill and fill
Chill a tall glass in the refrigerator for a few minutes if desired. Add ice cubes to the glass to about 2/3 full if you want a cold, diluted fountain-style soda.
Mix Soda
- 2
Measure syrup
Pour 1/2 cup soda syrup into a small measuring cup. Use less or more syrup depending on desired sweetness and concentrate strength.
- 3
Add carbonated water
Slowly pour 2 cups (about 475 ml) chilled carbonated water down the side of the glass or into the glass with syrup, pouring gently to retain carbonation and avoid foaming over. Pour in a steady stream and stop once the liquid reaches about 1/2 inch below the rim.
- 4
Stir gently
Use a long spoon or straw to gently stir the mixture 3–4 times to combine syrup and carbonated water without flattening the drink.
Finish & Serve
- 5
Optional flavor adjustments
Taste the soda and adjust sweetness or flavor: add an extra tablespoon of syrup for more sweetness, a squeeze of citrus wedge for brightness, or 1 tsp cream for a cream soda variation. Stir gently after any additions.
- 6
Garnish and serve
Garnish with a citrus wedge on the rim and/or a maraschino cherry. Serve immediately with a straw so the drink retains its carbonation.