Move over iced lattes, there’s a new drink taking over this summer! Meet the soda latte: the fizzy, refreshing drink trend popping up in cafés and kitchens around the world. Combining sparkling water with creamy milk and flavour-packed ingredients, soda lattes are light, refreshing and surprisingly delicious.

Better still, they’re incredibly versatile. Whether you’re a matcha lover, a chai fan or simply looking for a refreshing alternative to sugary soft drinks, soda lattes are the perfect way to shake up your summer drinks routine. Here’s everything you need to know about the trend, and how to make your own at home.

• What Is a Soda Latte?

• Why Are Soda Lattes Trending?

• Why Matcha and Soda Are the Perfect Pair

• How to Make a Classic Matcha Soda Latte

• Three Soda Latte Variations to Try This Summer

• Tips for Making the Perfect Soda Latte

• Are Soda Lattes Healthier Than Soft Drinks?

• Give Soda Lattes a Try This Summer

What Is a Soda Latte?

A soda latte is exactly what it sounds like: a layered drink made with sparkling water (or soda water), milk and a flavour base such as matcha, tea, fruit or botanical syrups.

Unlike traditional iced lattes, soda lattes are lighter, more refreshing and often lower in sugar than many café drinks. The drink typically consists of:

• Sparkling water
• Ice
• Plant milk or dairy milk
• A flavour component such as matcha, fruit puree or tea
• Optional sweetener

The result is a lightly creamy, gently sparkling drink that’s perfect for warmer weather.

Why Are Soda Lattes Trending?

As temperatures rise, many people are looking for drinks that feel lighter and more refreshing than traditional creamy iced beverages, shown by 54% year-on-year growth for functional beverages, including prebiotic sodas, kombucha, and energy drinks. At the same time, consumers are increasingly seeking alternatives to sugary soft drinks, with research showing consumers are actively avoiding sugar, with 62% reducing their intake. 

Soda lattes tick all the boxes:

• Refreshing
• Easy to customise
• Lower in sugar than many soft drinks
• Ideal for functional ingredients
• Perfect for summer

They’re also incredibly easy to make at home.

Why Matcha and Soda Are the Perfect Pair

If you’ve never combined matcha with sparkling water before, prepare to be pleasantly surprised. Matcha’s naturally fresh, grassy notes work beautifully with fizz, creating a crisp, refreshing drink that’s ideal for hot weather.

Matcha naturally contains caffeine alongside L-theanine, making it a popular alternative to coffee for those looking for calmer, more sustained energy, plus it’s full of antioxidant compounds called catechins.

Our Organic Japanese Matcha Latte with Vanilla blend is perfect for creating vibrant soda lattes at home, with just a few extra ingredients. 

How to Make a Classic Matcha Soda Latte

Ingredients

• 1 tsp Sweet Revolution Organic Japanese Matcha Latte with Vanilla
• 50ml hot water (not boiling)
• 150ml chilled sparkling water
• 50ml oat milk
• Ice
• Optional: maple syrup or agave (although our blend is already sweetened with un-refined sugar!)

Method

1. Sift your matcha into a bowl.
2. Add hot water and whisk until smooth and frothy.
3. Fill a glass with ice.
4. Pour in the sparkling water.
5. Slowly add the oat milk.
6. Gently pour the whisked matcha over the top.
7. Stir before drinking and enjoy.

The result is creamy, refreshing and wonderfully uplifting.

Three Soda Latte Variations to Try This Summer

One of the best things about soda lattes is how easy they are to customise.

1. Strawberry Matcha Soda Latte

Sweet strawberries and earthy matcha are a match made in heaven. Simply add a spoonful of fresh strawberry puree to the bottom of your glass before adding ice and sparkling water. Finish with oat milk and whisked matcha.

You’ll need:

• 1 tsp Organic Japanese Matcha Latte powder
• Fresh strawberries
• 150ml Sparkling water
• 50ml Oat milk
• Ice

Perfect for summer brunches and garden gatherings.

2. Blue Chai Botanical Soda Latte

Looking for something caffeine-free? Our Mermaid Blue Chai Latte with Butterfly Pea and Spirulina blend creates a stunning botanical soda latte with beautiful colour-changing properties.

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp Mermaid Blue Chai Latte with Butterfly Pea and Spirulina 
• Sparkling water
• Coconut milk
• Ice
• Lemon slices

Add lemon and watch your drink transform from blue to purple.

Why we love it:

• Naturally caffeine-free
• Refreshing and hydrating
• Visually stunning

3. Golden Citrus Soda Latte

For something a little different, try adding our Organic Turmeric Latte with Black Pepper Blend to your summer drinks. The warming spices pair surprisingly well with sparkling water and citrus.

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp Organic Turmeric Latte with Black Pepper Blend
• Fresh orange juice
• Sparkling water
• Coconut milk
• Ice

Turmeric contains curcumin, a naturally occurring plant compound that has been extensively researched for its potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. 

Tips for Making the Perfect Soda Latte

Use high-quality ingredients

Because soda lattes contain relatively few ingredients, quality matters. Choosing premium superfood powders and blends will give you the best flavour, nutrients, colour and overall drinking experience. At Sweet Revolution, all of our products are made using carefully selected organic ingredients with no artificial additives.

Add the sparkling water first

Pouring sparkling water into a glass before adding your flavour base helps preserve the fizz.

Choose barista-style plant milks

Oat and coconut milks generally work best because they create a smooth, creamy texture without overpowering the drink.

Don’t be afraid to experiment

Some of the best soda lattes are created by accident.

Try experimenting with:

• Fresh herbs
• Seasonal fruit
• Botanical garnishes
• Citrus
• Edible flowers

Are Soda Lattes Healthier Than Soft Drinks?

The nutritional profile of any drink will depend on the ingredients used. However, making soda lattes at home allows you to control exactly what goes into your glass. You can reduce added sugar, use high-quality ingredients and incorporate functional superfoods as part of a balanced lifestyle.

Many people enjoy soda lattes as an alternative to sugary soft drinks or heavily sweetened café beverages. The key, as always, is balance.

Give Soda Lattes a Try This Summer

Light, refreshing and endlessly customisable, it’s easy to see why soda lattes are becoming this summer’s must-try drink.

Whether you choose a sparkling matcha, a colour-changing chai creation or a golden turmeric twist, soda lattes are a fun and delicious way to experiment with your favourite Sweet Revolution blends.

Ready to create your own? Explore our range of organic wellness latte superfood blends and discover your new favourite summer drink today.