Nuka-Cola Quartz

Ingredients

• 1 cup water (For the syrup)
• 2 cup sugar (For the syrup)
• 1 vanilla bean (Split and scraped; for the syrup)
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract (For the syrup)
• 1 cup seltzer water (For one glass)
• 4 tbsp Nuka-Cola Quartz syrup (For one glass)
• 1 tbsp heavy cream (For one glass)
• ice (For serving; amount not specified)

Steps

1. 1

   Combine the water, sugar, and split-and-scraped vanilla bean in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Whisk until the sugar has dissolved, then bring the mixture to a boil.

3. 3

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the vanilla extract.

4. 4

   Once cooled, place the syrup in an airtight container. Cover and store it in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours and up to 2 weeks.

5. 5

   To make an ice-cold glass, combine 1 cup seltzer water, 4 tablespoons Nuka-Cola Quartz syrup, 1 tablespoon heavy cream, and ice. Stir to combine.

Notes

The recipe lists a prep time of 12 hours, a cook time of 30 minutes, and storage for the prepared syrup for at least 12 hours and up to 2 weeks. The source indicates that the syrup recipe serves 15 to 20, while the beverage quantities describe one glass. It also suggests pairing with Mole Rat Wonder Meat Dip (page 23).

Nutrition per serving

• drink
• non-alcoholic
• vanilla
• make-ahead
• refrigerated
• American
• Fallout-inspired