Phosphate
A tangy, effervescent soda fountain classic from the Prohibition era
- 1Add acid phosphate and syrup to a glass
- 2Fill with ice
- 3Top with soda water
- 4Stir gently
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Phosphates were the stars of American soda fountains from the 1870s through Prohibition. The secret ingredient—acid phosphate—added a pleasant tartness that made these drinks incredibly refreshing. During the dry years, soda fountains became social hubs, and phosphates were the sophisticated choice for those wanting something more complex than plain soda.
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