How to Make a Cream Top Soda

detailed steps

• Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Pour in sparkling water or flavored soda. If desired, add syrup to adjust sweetness and flavor.
  Allow the soda to settle for a few seconds so the carbonation stabilizes before adding the cream layer.
• Use cold heavy cream straight from the refrigerator. Lightly sweeten if needed. Whip the cream until it reaches a soft, pourable consistency. The cream should be smooth and airy, not stiff.
  In professional beverage preparation, cream topping is often made using Nitrous Oxide (N₂O), which creates finer bubbles and a smoother, more stable foam suitable for commercial service.
• Slowly pour or gently spoon the whipped cream onto the surface of the soda. The cream should naturally float on top, forming a clear and attractive layered appearance.
  Pour slowly to prevent the cream from mixing into the soda.
• Garnish with fruit slices, citrus peel, mint leaves, or edible flowers if desired. Serve immediately with a straw or spoon.
  Cream top sodas are best enjoyed fresh to maintain texture and visual appeal.