Diabolo (drink) facts for kids
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| Type | Non-alcoholic mixed drink |
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| Region of origin | France |
| Flavour | Grenadine Strawberry Mint |
| Ingredients | Lemonade and syrup |
A diabolo is a popular, non-alcoholic mixed drink that you can find in most restaurants and cafes in France. It's a simple and refreshing blend of common lemonade and a flavored syrup. Some of the most popular flavors include mint, strawberry, lemon, or grenadine. It's a favorite choice for many people, especially on a warm day!
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Where Did the Diabolo Come From?
The diabolo drink first appeared before the 1920s. It quickly became very popular across France during the 1920s. Back then, people described it in a few ways: sometimes as lemonade mixed with a "very light liqueur," other times as lemonade with cassis liquor, or simply lemonade with a syrup. Over time, the version with just syrup became the most common.
Different Kinds of Diabolos
While the classic diabolo is made with lemonade and syrup, there are some interesting variations. For example, a diabolo flamand is a special cocktail. It mixes jenever (a type of spirit), lemonade, and often a violet syrup. This gives it a unique flavor and sometimes a pretty purple color!
Diabolo in Popular Culture
The diabolo drink is so well-known in France that it even inspired a movie!
- 1977: Diabolo menthe (Peppermint Soda) is a famous French movie directed by Diane Kuris. The title means "Mint Diabolo," showing how popular this specific flavor is.
Images for kids
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Two mint diabolos on a table at a cafe in Montmartre, Paris.
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