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Sustainable Sailing: Tips for an eco-friendly trip

Sustainable Sailing: Tips for an eco-friendly trip

“The topic of sustainability is everywhere,” writes YACHT, Europe’s largest sailing magazine, in its December 2023 issue. Nowadays, there is hardly a press conference where shipyards, suppliers, or regatta syndicates do not report on their environmental commitments. Above all, however, reader feedback has shown that…

Travel in times of climate change: What’s at stake now

Travel in times of climate change: What’s at stake now

Are you aware that we have reached a global temperature never before experienced by modern humans? According to the EU’s climate service Copernicus. The 1.5 degree Celsius mark (average global warming) will be exceeded for the first time in 2024. Many people are already experiencing…

Travel that changes you – Transformative Travel

Travel that changes you – Transformative Travel

What is the purpose of your trip? Relax and have fun? Not bad. But there is also a travel trend for those looking for (even) more meaning in their travels. Transformational travel describes the search for experiences that foster personal growth, self-discovery, and a deeper connection to the world and to oneself. Sound interesting? Then read on!
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Heading south – Sustainable travel destinations for October/November (with guaranteed sunshine)

Heading south – Sustainable travel destinations for October/November (with guaranteed sunshine)

This summer (here in Germany) was totally inadequate. Do you agree? Do you want to enjoy the sun again before it turns into winter? Then you’re just like us! Not entirely unselfishly, we have selected seven warm destinations with sustainable accommodations for October and November,…

Of Manta rays and corals: Sustainable vacation in the Maldives

Of Manta rays and corals: Sustainable vacation in the Maldives

Soft white beaches, crystal clear water and all kinds of colorful fish: the Maldives are a paradise for nature lovers. But the islands are threatened by environmental damage and rising sea levels.

 

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