15-Minute Classic Vanilla Egg Cream Soda
A traditional Brooklyn-style egg cream made by whisking together cold milk, seltzer water, and vanilla syrup. Despite its name, this nostalgic drink contains neither eggs nor cream. Light, refreshing, and best served immediately for optimal fizz and flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk, cold
- 2 cups seltzer water, chilledclub sodasamecarbonated
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- ¼ cup vanilla syrupchocolate syrupsamesyrup
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Instructions
- 1
Pour milk, seltzer water, and vanilla syrup into a large jug
- 2
Whisk until combined
- 3
Divide the mixture evenly between two glasses
- 4
Line glass rims with sprinkles if desired
- 5
Serve immediately
Tips
Serve immediately to preserve carbonation and maintain ideal temperature
Good to Know
Consume immediately; seltzer loses carbonation quickly
In chilled glasses immediately after preparation, with sprinkle rim garnish if desired
Common Mistakes
Do not let sit before serving to avoid flat, separated drink
Do not use warm milk to avoid melting carbonation too quickly
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
similar carbonation
alternative flavor