Sunstone Cream Dream
A nostalgic yet sophisticated take on a soda fountain classic, this cream soda variation blends the vibrant sweetness of blood orange with creamy vanilla, finished with a bright squeeze of lime.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Blood Orange Syrup
- 0.5 oz Vanilla Syrup
- 0.75 oz half-and-half (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- 4-5 oz club soda
Instructions
- Combine Blood Orange Syrup, Vanilla Syrup, half-and-half, and lime juice in a Collins glass.
- Fill the glass with ice.
- Top with club soda.
- Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
- Garnish with a blood orange slice and a Luxardo maraschino cherry.
Glassware: Collins glass
Garnish: Blood orange slice, Luxardo maraschino cherry
History
This drink takes cues from the beloved 'dirty soda' trend, transforming a simple soda with rich syrups and a touch of cream. The combination of sweet blood orange and creamy vanilla with a hint of lime creates a vibrant, comforting, and utterly delightful experience.