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Homemade Cherry Vanilla Cola Craft Soda with Real Cherry Juice and Madagascar Vanilla

The ultimate cherry vanilla cola featuring fresh cherry juice, Madagascar vanilla extract, and cola concentrate

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Homemade Cherry Vanilla Cola Craft Soda with Real Cherry Juice and Madagascar Vanilla
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JUE

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Essential Ingredients Selection

Creating Your Masterpiece

Final Assembly Perfection:
Master the final combining technique that brings all elements together while preserving carbonation and achieving ideal taste balance.
Extract Integration Method:
Perfect the timing and method for adding vanilla and cherry extracts to achieve optimal flavor distribution.
Carbonation Preservation:
Understand how to maintain maximum fizz by controlling temperature and mixing techniques when combining ingredients.
Flavor Layering Technique:
Master the art of balancing cherry tartness with vanilla warmth and cola spices to create a harmonious flavor profile.
Syrup Creation Mastery:
Learn the essential technique of dissolving sugar completely while preserving the fresh cherry flavor through proper heat control and timing.
Homemade Cherry Vanilla Cola Craft Soda with Real Cherry Juice and Madagascar Vanilla

The Art of Cherry Vanilla Cola Perfection

Syrup Creation Mastery:
Learn the essential technique of dissolving sugar completely while preserving the fresh cherry flavor through proper heat control and timing.
Flavor Layering Technique:
Master the art of balancing cherry tartness with vanilla warmth and cola spices to create a harmonious flavor profile.
Carbonation Preservation:
Understand how to maintain maximum fizz by controlling temperature and mixing techniques when combining ingredients.
Extract Integration Method:
Perfect the timing and method for adding vanilla and cherry extracts to achieve optimal flavor distribution.
Final Assembly Perfection:
Master the final combining technique that brings all elements together while preserving carbonation and achieving ideal taste balance.
Master the Perfect Cherry Vanilla Cola Balance
Use fresh or high-quality frozen cherry juice for the best flavor depth and natural sweetness in your cola.
Add sparkling water last and stir gently to maintain maximum fizz and effervescence.
Start with less extract and gradually add more to achieve your preferred cherry-vanilla intensity.
The syrup can be made 3 days in advance and stored refrigerated, just add sparkling water when serving.
Homemade Cherry Vanilla Cola Craft Soda with Real Cherry Juice and Madagascar Vanilla

Homemade Cherry Vanilla Cola Craft Soda with Real Cherry Juice and Madagascar Vanilla

The ultimate cherry vanilla cola featuring fresh cherry juice, Madagascar vanilla extract, and cola concentrate. This craft beverage combines the sweet tartness of cherries with the smooth warmth of vanilla, creating an unforgettable refreshment experience that elevates the classic cola to extraordinary heights perfect for summer gatherings, special celebrations, or any time you crave the perfect balance of fruity sweetness and nostalgic cola flavor.

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Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
25 Minutes
Chef
JUE
Category
Beverages
Difficulty
Easy
Cuisine
American
Yield
4 servings
Dietary
Vegetarian
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Ingredients

For the Cherry Vanilla Syrup:
02
1 cup fresh cherry juice
03
1/2 cup granulated sugar
04
2 teaspoons Madagascar vanilla extract
05
1/4 teaspoon natural cherry extract
For the Cola Base:
07
2 cups sparkling water
08
1/4 cup cola concentrate or cola syrup
09
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
For Serving:
11
Ice cubes
12
Fresh cherries for garnish
For Special Equipment:
14
Fine mesh strainer
15
Glass pitcher
16
Measuring cups

Instructions

01
In a small saucepan, combine cherry juice and sugar over medium heat, stirring until sugar completely dissolves, about 3-4 minutes.
02
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and cherry extract, mixing thoroughly to combine all flavoring elements.
03
Allow the cherry vanilla syrup to cool completely to room temperature, approximately 10-15 minutes.
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In a large pitcher, combine the cooled cherry vanilla syrup with cola concentrate and fresh lemon juice, stirring well.
05
Slowly add sparkling water to the mixture, stirring gently to preserve carbonation and prevent excessive foaming.
06
Taste and adjust sweetness or vanilla intensity as desired by adding more syrup or extract.
07
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the cherry vanilla cola over ice, leaving room at the top.
08
Garnish each glass with fresh cherries and serve immediately while carbonation is at its peak.