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Take a shower and save the world

Take a shower and save the world

Showering is considered more sustainable than bathing. But it all depends on the shower! “Rain showers” and “waterfall showers”, which have long been trendy in luxury hotels, use 20 liters per minute. This means that 100 liters are gone in just 5 minutes. Not so…

Do you speak …? Language on vacation

Do you speak …? Language on vacation

Do you take an App-class every time you travel to another country, or are you happy when your hotel speaks your native tongue? Of course, you can communicate in English at Green Pearls® accommodations around the world. But some sustainable accommodations also offer entirely different…

Proposals – Special and sustainable ideas for an unforgettable moment

Proposals – Special and sustainable ideas for an unforgettable moment

You know the words that you want to say. They are: “Will you marry me?” The only question is when, where, and how to make this moment truly perfect. And if you’re reading this blog article, you’re probably wondering how to make your proposal as sustainable as possible without plastic glitter, petroleum candles, and roses from overseas. How about hiring a professional to organize the whole thing according to your wishes and ideas? All you have to do is show up and pop the question 😉

We will introduce you to some of our sustainable partners, who are not only specialized in celebrating weddings, but also in helping you to make your first step towards marriage perfect. At the same time, you’ll learn about romantic locations and tips on how to make your proposal sustainable and unforgettable.

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The best mocktails from professional bartenders

The best mocktails from professional bartenders

In the sustainable Green PearlsⓇ accommodations, you find ambitious bartenders behind the bar. Not only to create delicious drinks, but also to mix them sustainably with local ingredients. Barkeeper Jonas Wolf from Klosterhof – Alpine Hideaway & Spa is participating in the “Mixology Cocktail Competiton”…

(Roof) terraces in winter – Green Pearls® partners reveal sustainable ways to do it

(Roof) terraces in winter – Green Pearls® partners reveal sustainable ways to do it

Breathing in the cold, crisp air of winter, holding a hot mulled wine or tea in your hand, looking up at the starry sky. We love such perfect winter moments. However, eventually, it gets cold even with the warmest coat. But is that why 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