When life gives you lemons, skip the lemonade and make a bright, creamy Lemon Drop Cream Soda. Add whipped cream vodka for an adult cocktail or omit it for a family-friendly version.
If you tend to buy more produce than you can use, you’re not alone. I used to let fresh fruit and vegetables languish in the fridge until I finally forced myself to create easy recipes that use what I already have on hand.
One week a grocery store promotion left me with a bag of free lemons. Eight bright lemons stared at me from the crisper every time I opened the door. Lemonade was the obvious choice, but in winter I wanted something a little more comforting and a little less summery.
A simple cocktail — or a fizzy non-alcoholic treat — hit the spot. I wanted something easy that didn’t require special bar tools, so I reached for whipped cream vodka and cream soda flavors to create a lemon-forward, creamy soda that’s quick to make.
This Lemon Drop Cream Soda starts with a tart lemon syrup, balanced with cream and seltzer. The whipped cream vodka is optional but adds a nostalgic, dessert-like flavor similar to an orange creamsicle made with whipped cream vodka and orange soda. If you prefer a non-alcoholic drink, skip the vodka — the lemon cream soda is delicious on its own.
