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10 Surprising Ways to Celebrate with Soda

Of course soda makes a refreshing beverage (and we've got several delightful mixers to prove it!) but did you know that it's great in other recipes like cake and beef jerky?!? Browse the recipes below and see why it's time to love soda again.

And tune in to Food Network all season long for even more great holiday ideas!

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Cranberry Soda Cake

Sugar plum fairies are sure to come to mind when holiday guests see this whimsical, sparkling chocolate-cranberry cake. We amped up the sweet cranberry notes by using Cranberry Fizz soda by poppi in the cake batter and cranberry-cherry jam in the frosting.

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Santa Claus Berry Punch

These tart and sweet holiday drinks served in mason jars bedecked with Santa suits will make everyone jolly.

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Red Velvet-Cherry Cake Roll

Whether you make it for Christmas, New Year's Eve or just a regular old Sunday, this uniquely flavored roll cake is sure to be the talk of the dessert table.

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Merry Moscow Mules

We’re giving the classic Moscow Mule a holly jolly makeover in this easy cocktail recipe. Simply muddle candied ginger, lime and vodka, then shake thoroughly with ice to make it festively frosty. Top it off with Ginger Lime soda by poppi and garnish with candied ginger, zesty lime wedges and frozen cranberries for a festive pop of color.

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Smoky Cola Jerky

This sweet-meets-smokey jerky makes a unexpected yet flavorful DIY holiday gift thanks to a few simple seasonings.

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Chocolate-Cherry Sangria

Valentine's Day's most iconic treat inspired this chocolatey winter sangria. Its signature flavors come from chocolate-flavored liqueur and both preserved and frozen cherries—a dessert sangria that's perfect for any winter holiday!

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Coffee-and-Doughnuts Float

This perfect pair can now be enjoyed as a fizzy float. Use your favorite mini doughnuts, like chocolate-glazed or powdered sugar-dusted, for a unique drink you can call your own.

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Jingle Juice

This punch bowl cocktail is perfect for holiday gatherings of all sizes. Cranberry Fizz soda by poppi provides just the right amount of bubbles. Mixed with pomegranate juice, gin and orange liqueur, it's a festive sipper and easy crowd pleaser. For a mocktail version, omit the alcohol and add in some orange and cranberry-apple juice.

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Instant Pot Cola-Braised Short Ribs

With the help of an Instant Pot® and some cola, these saucy short ribs will give you that "braised all day" flavor and tenderness in just under two hours. The acidity of the cola not only helps tenderize the beef, but also rounds out the spices and balances the dish.

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Dirty Shirley

America’s favorite star is all grown up! Shirley Temple—the drink, not the actress—gets a shot of vodka for the of-age crowd, but keeps the bright red grenadine and fizzy soda for the kids at heart. And because we’re all adults here, now is not the time for the bargain bottle of vodka. Invest in something smooth and crisp to make a drink that’s refreshing, sweet and just a little boozy. Just don’t forget the final touch: a cherry (or several) on top!

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