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Christmas Markets and Hotels for a Sustainable Advent Season

Christmas Markets and Hotels for a Sustainable Advent Season

This is an update to our article from November 22, 2022 (All dates are current for Advent 2023) Do you love Christmas markets as much as we do? They are as much a part of the Advent season as getting the Christmas decorations out of…

6 underrated cities in Germany you should definitely visit (City Guide Pt 2)

6 underrated cities in Germany you should definitely visit (City Guide Pt 2)

There is more to Germany than Berlin and Munich! We present 6 lesser known cities in Germany that are definitely worth a visit! Best of all, with short travel distances and the option to get there by train (or even e-bike), such a city trip…

10 parks around the world worth a trip (and the sustainable hotels to match)

10 parks around the world worth a trip (and the sustainable hotels to match)

Castle parks, botanical gardens, nature parks – each has its own unique charm and plays an important role in preserving rare plant and animal species. Our international Green PearlsⓇ partners have given us their personal recommendations for the most beautiful parks in Germany, Europe, Asia and South America. Some of them are world famous, others are real insider tips. But see for yourself!

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Bird Watching – The Best Places to Watch Fall Migration in Europe

Bird Watching – The Best Places to Watch Fall Migration in Europe

If you look up in the sky in September and October, you may be lucky enough to see migrating birds on their fall migration. They fly in a V-shaped formation as they head for the warmth. Does this make you long for the same? In…

Typical Plants on Vacation – Explained by Locals

Typical Plants on Vacation – Explained by Locals

There are many ways to explore the region while traveling. In addition to local cheeses and animals, you can also discover typical plants. Our Green PearlsⓇ partners introduce you to plants that are special to their region and explain why. They will also show you…

 

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