La Casera es far too unica.

June 28, 2011 5:55 PM

Time for tinto de verano and rebujito: what's the closest equivalent to Spanish gaseosa that's commonly available in US supermarkets?
posted by holgate to Food & Drink (5 answers total)

The wikipedia entry for tinto de verano says that Sprite or 7-Up can be substituted for the gaseosa. But I think Sierra Mist Natural would be a more "authentic" substitute because it's got real sugar rather than HFCS. Iit'll be with the Coke products at the store.
posted by amyms at 6:24 PM on June 28, 2011

Response by poster: I think Sierra Mist Natural would be a more "authentic" substitute because it's got real sugar rather than HFCS.

La Casera actually has artificial sweeteners: saccharin and the (FDA-banned) sodium cyclamate.

yes, I read the wikipedia entry.
posted by holgate at 6:42 PM on June 28, 2011

I had a German friend recommend Squirt for a similar cocktail that they make in Germany. Note - please search for Squirt soda and not just for Squirt. You'll thank me for it
posted by Addlepated at 7:01 PM on June 28, 2011 [1 favorite]

La Casera actually has artificial sweeteners

Ahh... Then maybe Fresca would be a better substitute?
posted by amyms at 7:19 PM on June 28, 2011

I make it with Brisk orangeade.
posted by oreofuchi at 5:39 AM on June 29, 2011