DIY Summertime Soda Bar| Our Favorite Torani Drink Combos


This post is sponsored by Torani.

Summer is one of my very favorite seasons. Not only do we celebrate Kyle and Kinsley's birthdays, but it's also an awesome time to get together with friends and neighbors, and catchup on all the events from the school year with one another. 


We love hosting little parties for friends at our house, and thought it would be fun to kick off summer with a DIY soda and snow cone bar with some friends when school got out. Here where we live, soda shops are literally on every corner. You drive through, order a soda with whatever version of Torani syrup you like best, and go about the rest of your day. I definitely think this is something that is unique to where we live, but I seriously love it! 


Torani syrups are great because they're crafted to bring the best out in your drinks or dessert, so you can make something your own in a delicious way. I love that they're made with real and simple ingredients like pure cane sugar and natural flavors. They're also incredibly easy to use, simply pour a little into your drink, or on top of shaved ice to create a delicious and refreshing summer drink or treat. 


For this soda and snow cone bar, I gathered up some of my favorite Torani Flavors from World Market: Watermelon, Peach, Mango, Lime, and Coconut. Then I gathered together some of our favorite sodas, and a large bowl of shaved ice for the kids to make snow cones, and let everyone have fun making their favorite treat. 

Our kids and their friends were so delighted over this little party that they've been begging to have a "soda stand" this summer to make a little money. It's such a fun and cute idea that I totally think we might have to oblige them and make it happen! 

Watermelon Peach Mountain Dew:
12oz Mountain Dew
1 tbsp Torani Watermelon Syrup
1 tbsp Torani Peach Syrup
Ice

Crazy Coke Zero:
1 tbsp Torani Coconut Syrup
1 tbsp Torani Lime Syrup
12 oz Coke Zero
Ice

DIY Snow Cones:
Put a bunch of ice into a food processor and blend until it resembles a fine snow consistency. Top with your favorite Torani flavored syrups for the perfect summer treat your kids will love! Bonus points if you find some snow cone cups!

Sources: 
Soda Sign (file download and then did engineer print at local print shop)
Cake Stand


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21 comments

  1. YUM! I can't wait to try these, thanks!

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  2. Ohhhh, this is the cutest idea ever!! Love the DIY snowcones!! Thanks for sharing, I just might have to do this soon...my kids will be so excited!

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  3. These sound amazing :) If only the weather in England got a bit better...

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  4. These are perfect for the summer!

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  5. This is the cutest set up ever for summer time. I love it!

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  6. The color combination adds up to the beauty of the drinks. It must be a cool get together with friends and family.

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  7. Snow cones are the best summer snack! I love DIY things like this, especially when there is down time during hot days!

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  8. Wow, love the ideas. This activity is perfect for summer and great for family bonding.. Love it.

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  9. looks like fun! I am not a big fan of whatever soda in general but I will keep this bar in mind for parties.

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  10. Yum! Gonna try these out really soon since summer is coming!

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  11. I love Torani! My fave coffee shop has those and I am addicted!

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  12. I love the idea of making homemade snow cones. It's so refreshing in the summer!

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  13. Wow that looks so delicious! I could try the whole thing by myself lol will make this during the weekend and see how the kids enjoy it

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  14. That looks so amazing! I will have to try this with my family. I can’t wait to try it! I bet it’s going to be delicious.

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  15. Yum! That looks wonderfully easy and tasty. I’m new to snow cone and this was super helpful in making me feel more knowledgeable about it.

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  16. This does sound perfect for summer. And you are right, the sno cone holders would add an even bigger plus for the kiddos.

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  17. Crazy Coke Zero with the torani Coconut Syrup and torani Lime Syrup looks so good. Snow cones, EVEN BETTER!

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  18. I've never heard of Torani before but I would love to try it. Seeing this post makes me want to host a barbeque or a summer party.

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  19. I love making drinks with Torani! We make italian sodas with cream and OMG sooooo good!

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  20. Sound like some great summer fun! Torani is delicious and we enjoy making Italian sodas with them!

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  21. A must have this summer. it has gotten so hot I need a cooler that tastes like heaven. Thanks for this

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