How to make a Wild Blueberry Lemon Italian Soda

Italian soda has one rule we can get behind: if you have syrup and something bubbly, you are most of the way there. Our Wild Blueberry Lemon version starts with our mainelove Wild Blueberry Lemon with Bubbles, then adds blueberry or vanilla syrup for sweetness. A splash of cream is optional if you want the classic creamy café-style version. The blueberry-lemon base keeps the drink bright, so even the creamy version tastes refreshing instead of heavy. 

A quick background on the Wild Blueberry Lemon Italian Soda:

Despite the name, the modern Italian soda is strongly associated with Italian-American café culture in the United States. Flavored syrups made by Italian immigrant-founded companies helped popularize the combination of syrup and carbonated water in the early 20th century. Creamy variations followed naturally. This version uses Wild Blueberry Lemon with Bubbles as both the carbonation and part of the flavor base, which means you need less syrup to make the drink taste complete.

Ingredients you'll need for this one:

●    4 ounces mainelove Wild Blueberry Lemon with Bubbles
●    1 ounce blueberry or vanilla syrup
●    1 ounce half-and-half or a splash of cream, optional
●    Ice

How to make Wild Blueberry Lemon Italian Soda:

1.    Fill a glass generously with ice.
2.    Add the blueberry or vanilla syrup.
3.    Top with mainelove Wild Blueberry Lemon with Bubbles.
4.    Stir gently until the syrup is dispersed.
5.    For a creamier Italian soda, add a splash of half-and-half right before serving.

FAQs:
What does Wild Blueberry Lemon Italian Soda taste like?

One word? Heavenly. It is built around blueberry, lemon, sweet syrup, and optional cream. The mainelove component keeps the drink refreshing and gives the finish a clean water-based lift instead of adding a heavier mixer.

Which mainelove water works best for Wild Blueberry Lemon Italian Soda?

This is not a trick question. mainelove Wild Blueberry Lemon with Bubbles is the best fit for this recipe because its flavor and carbonation match the other ingredients without overwhelming them.

Can I make Wild Blueberry Lemon Italian Soda less sweet?
Absolutely! Start with ½ ounce syrup if you prefer a less-sweet drink, then add more only if needed.

What glass should I use for Wild Blueberry Lemon Italian Soda?

A tall glass works best for the proportions in this recipe, but any similarly sized glass you already own will work. The important part is leaving enough room for ice and the sparkling-water finish.

Can I make Wild Blueberry Lemon Italian Soda ahead of time?

You can prep the still ingredients ahead and keep them chilled, but add any sparkling mainelove water right before serving so the carbonation stays lively. Fresh herbs and muddled fruit also taste best the day they are prepared.