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What to do in case of rain and storm – Bad weather activities of our Green Pearls® Hotels

What to do in case of rain and storm – Bad weather activities of our Green Pearls® Hotels

Even though we hope for sunshine on vacation, the weather on vacation is sometimes bad. So, what to do in case of rain, snow or storm? Our Green Pearls® Hotels have put together some bad weather activities for you.

Workshops on vacation: More than rest and relaxation in Green Pearls® Hotels

Workshops on vacation: More than rest and relaxation in Green Pearls® Hotels

You don’t want to just lie by the pool and read in a hotel? If you like to be active during your vacations and want to learn new things, then these workshops on vacation are just right for you.

Social Distancing and Corona Measures – Vacations by far

Social Distancing and Corona Measures – Vacations by far

With the rising number of tourists worldwide, reliable hygiene and safety measures are becoming increasingly important. The Green Pearls® Partners, as hotels that operate in a sustainable manner, face these challenges in a very special way. Find out here what you should be prepared for during the current pandemic.

In recent weeks, you have probably heard the term social distancing everywhere. It’s about the physical distance that we should all maintain in order to contain the spread of the virus. Already a hundred years ago, when the Spanish flu was circulating, people were called upon to keep their distance. Also, in our hotels there are different measures, which you have to consider and we explain in the following.

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Sustainable coffee: The stimulants in our Green Pearls® Hotels

Sustainable coffee: The stimulants in our Green Pearls® Hotels

Is a cup of coffee in the afternoon enough for you or are you not responsive at all before the first sip in the morning? No matter what type of coffee you are, our partner hotels have the right beans for you. And they always…

Italy, Croatia and Cambodia – Three new green pearls

Italy, Croatia and Cambodia – Three new green pearls

In the past weeks, three new green pearls have found their way to us and we like to introduce them to you. Let’s go on a journey via Italy to Croatia and then Cambodia.

 

So, what exactly is cream soda?

Cream soda mixed with vanilla ice cream by a soda jerk—historical photo
A soda jerk in Texas in 1920. IMAGE: Wikimedia Commons

Th drink originated in the United States. In the 1920s, soda bars were all the rage, and soda jerks would mix drinks fresh with soda water, milk, ice cream, or egg, depending on the customer’s preference.

Today, cream soda is usually a sweet, carbonated lemonade with vanilla flavoring (though it doesn’t contain milk or cream). In the U.S., it’s often golden brown, but in Japan, there are also pink and green varieties flavored with cotton candy or melon.

In German-speaking countries, cream soda is not a standard supermarket beverage. Instead, it is often only available as an imported product in U.S./U.K. or Asian sections. (Note: Mass-produced brands like A&W (U.S.) and Barr (U.K.) typically contain artificial flavors, colors, and corn syrup.

You’ll have the smallest ecological footprint if you use cream soda syrups that you carbonate or mix with sparkling water yourself.)

 

A glass of pink lemonade, garnished with a slice of lemon; in the background, other glasses containing similar drinks

Summer Smash Lemonade with Cream Soda and Berries

The SCHWARZWALD PANORAMA in Bad Herrenalb shared its recipe for this refreshing summer drink. A sophisticated flavor with berries, cream soda, and a pinch of salt and chili to finish it off!!
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g mixed berries e.g., raspberries, blueberries, strawberries
  • 100 ml lime juice freshly squeezed (about 2–3 limes)
  • 100 ml elderflower syrup  or agave syrup for natural sweetness
  • 150 ml mineral water fresh and bubbly
  • ice cubes
  • 2 tbsp mint leaves
  • lime slices for garnish
  • splash chili or ginger syrup for a little kick (optional)
  • sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Place the berries in a small bowl and mash them into a purée. Set a few whole berries aside for garnish.
  • Pour freshly squeezed lime juice into a glass or shaker and mix it well with either elderflower or agave syrup.
  • Hand-pluck the mint leaves and add them to the lime juice along with ice cubes. Then, shake or stir the mixture vigorously.
  • Fill the three serving glasses with the berry purée first, and then top them off with the lime-mint mixture.
  • Now, carefully stir in the sparkling mineral water and cream soda.
  • Here's an optional tip from the hotel bartender: "If you like it spicy, add a splash of chili or ginger syrup. It gives the lemonade a cool kick that perfectly balances the fruity sweetness."
  • Garnish & Serve: Garnish with fresh berries, lime slices, and mint leaves. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top for an added kick that perfectly rounds out the flavor and enhances the fruitiness.
Keyword Mocktail