The first time I tasted an Italian soda was at my niece’s wedding.
In their honor, I copycatted one of their ideas for Grace’s graduation open house and served Italian sodas. They’re fun, festive and since the syrups come in a huge variety of flavors, there’s something to please everyone.
Because I knew it would be a bit fussy to serve, I bought plastic cups and lids from Cash&Carry and filled them with ice ahead of time.
We set up the display, using little cups from Beka’s toy dishes so each flavor had their own one ounce measuring cup.
The pumps were more expensive than the flavorings, so we didn’t buy them for the party. We bought a strawberry, mango, blueberry, vanilla and my personal favorite, Tiramisu.
The directions were printed out and displayed behind the bottles.
then fill the cup with Club soda.
Others buy the domed lids and top off with whipping cream.
I toyed with the idea of making labels for the cups, but never came up with any great ideas. Am taking suggestions….
Of course, Grandpa Jim Kinghorn’s vintage cooler held the Club soda and half-and-half below.
Note to self for next function:
An adorable guest enjoying a strawberry Italian soda.
I plan to keep my shelf stocked with cups, lids, straws, and club soda so all our summer get-togethers will feature our new favorite beverage ~ Italian sodas!
I love this idea! 🙂 My favorite part is that you put the ice in before hand, …being prepared is SUCH a great thing! 🙂 I'll have to do this next BBQ we have!…hopefully it will be soon! 🙂 Also, I wanted to send you a little note to thank you for all your support, and prayers. I don't think I've ever written anything that went unread by you! You are so sweet! This time, I kept checking back yesterday to see if you had commented! I was ecstatic to see your words this morning 🙂 You are uplifting and I'm so thankful! 🙂
I love this idea! 🙂 My favorite part is that you put the ice in before hand, …being prepared is SUCH a great thing! 🙂 I'll have to do this next BBQ we have!…hopefully it will be soon! 🙂 Also, I wanted to send you a little note to thank you for all your support, and prayers. I don't think I've ever written anything that went unread by you! You are so sweet! This time, I kept checking back yesterday to see if you had commented! I was ecstatic to see your words this morning 🙂 You are uplifting and I'm so thankful! 🙂
What a great idea! I will keep that one in mind for our next back yard barbeque! I bet it was a hit with both kids and adults! Thanks for sharing! And congrats to the Grad!
What a great idea! I will keep that one in mind for our next back yard barbeque! I bet it was a hit with both kids and adults! Thanks for sharing! And congrats to the Grad!
Another neat idea! What a tasty alternative to regular sodas.
Another neat idea! What a tasty alternative to regular sodas.
I love Italian sodas! Never thought of making my own though. Great idea!
I love Italian sodas! Never thought of making my own though. Great idea!
Ooo! I'll come! 🙂 Those sound and look yummy! We just might have to give them a try.
Ooo! I'll come! 🙂 Those sound and look yummy! We just might have to give them a try.
That sounds really wonderful, Mindy. I would have a hard time selling the position of "soda jerk" to any of my minions, but it does sound like a fun job.
That sounds really wonderful, Mindy. I would have a hard time selling the position of "soda jerk" to any of my minions, but it does sound like a fun job.