The Sóller Bomb – Mallorca’s Must-Try Orange Dessert That Went Viral

The Sóller Bomb, did you hear about?

No trip to Sóller is complete without tasting the original Sóller Bomb, created by El Petit Cafeteria & Heladeria in 2021 at Plaça de sa Constitució, 9. Developed by owner and experienced chef Martin Winkler, this fresh orange dessert-drink combines the flavour of the Sóller Valley with a light, distinctive recipe that has attracted visitors from many countries.

This article celebrates the official creation of El Petit Sóller, explains what makes it different from older orange-and-ice-cream combinations, and connects the experience with Eclipse Week 2026: come to Sóller to taste the valley, witness the eclipse and wear a piece of the moment.

Where to taste the original Sóller Bomb

The original Sóller Bomb is served by its creators at El Petit Cafeteria & Heladeria, Plaça de sa Constitució, 9, in the centre of Sóller.

A Twist on a Local Classic

This orange-based dessert drink is essentially Sóller in a glass. Imagine the freshest Sóller oranges squeezed into juice, layered with artisanal ice cream and topped with a cloud of creamy foam. That is the Sóller Bomb in a nutshell.

The creation is a modern twist on a long-time local dessert known as the Orange Sóller Cup, traditionally made with fresh orange juice poured over scoops of orange ice cream, garnished with whipped cream and sometimes finished with chocolate or syrup. It was a refreshing way for Sollerics to enjoy their abundant oranges, particularly on warm days.

After opening El Petit in 2021, owner and experienced chef Martin Winkler developed the café’s own creation: the Sóller Orange Bomb. Instead of relying on vanilla ice cream and heavy whipped cream, El Petit created a lighter combination of airy yogurt foam, yogurt-orange ice cream, freshly squeezed juice from Sóller oranges and fresh orange zest.

The result is cold, creamy, citrusy and closely tied to the Sóller Valley. According to El Petit, the Sóller Bomb is seasonal and is normally available from early February until mid-November, when local oranges are at their best.

Tasting the Sóller Bomb 소예르 밤

What does a Sóller Bomb experience feel like? On a sunny afternoon, you take a seat on a terrace in Sóller, with the movement of the square around you and the Tramuntana mountains in the background.

The waiter brings a tall glass filled with glowing orange colour. At the bottom sit the juice and sorbet, while the top is crowned with a light yogurt foam, strips of orange peel and fresh zest.

Take a long sip, or use a spoon to taste all the layers at once, and you will find a balance of sweet and tangy. The chilled orange juice brings natural sweetness, followed by the creamy tartness of the frozen yogurt. The yogurt foam adds a silky finish that balances the fruit.

You may also notice vanilla, aromatic orange zest and, in the alcoholic version, a warmer citrus note from the liqueur. It is indulgent without being excessively heavy, making it a particularly refreshing treat during the Mallorcan summer.

The Sóller Bomb is not only about taste. It is colourful, aromatic and texturally distinctive. Smooth juice, icy sorbet and airy foam combine in an immersive way to enjoy Sóller’s oranges.

From Local Treat to Global Fame

What helped propel the Sóller Bomb to fame was its photogenic appearance and strong connection to place. Visitors began sharing Instagram photographs and TikTok videos of the drink, often using the hashtag #SollerBomb.

Its reputation spread beyond Mallorca. The Sóller Bomb became particularly visible in South Korean travel content, where the phrase 소예르 밤 began appearing in posts and travel recommendations. Curious visitors from Asia and Europe started adding Sóller to their itineraries specifically to try the dessert-drink they had seen online.

Other orange-and-ice-cream combinations exist in Sóller under different names, but the original Sóller Orange Bomb was created by El Petit. Its particular ingredients, preparation and seasonal use of Sóller oranges are what distinguish it from the traditional versions.

Enjoying Sóller – Tips and Traditions

If you are planning to try a Sóller Bomb, go when you are slightly hungry or enjoy it instead of dessert after lunch. It can be surprisingly filling.

Choose a table with a view of the square when possible. People-watching in Sóller while enjoying the Bomb is part of the experience. You can stir the drink gently to mix the melting ice cream with the juice, or enjoy each layer separately.

There are alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions. If you do not consume alcohol, or you are ordering for children, ask for the Sóller Bomb without orange liqueur.

After trying the Sóller Bomb, explore some of the valley’s other citrus specialities: orange cake, marmalade, fresh juice, sorbet and locally produced orange liqueur.

Planning Sóller Eclipse Week 2026

The total solar eclipse will take place on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Mallorca is expected to receive substantial international interest, and Sóller will be one of the island’s most attractive bases for visitors who want to combine the astronomical event with local culture, gastronomy and the Serra de Tramuntana.

Visitors should plan accommodation, transport, restaurants and eclipse viewing arrangements in advance. Public areas may become crowded, and road access around Sóller, Port de Sóller and nearby mountain villages may be affected.

A longer stay makes it possible to experience more than the eclipse itself:

• Explore Sóller’s historic centre.
• Travel on the wooden train from Palma.
• Take the tram to Port de Sóller.
• Visit Fornalutx and the Tramuntana villages.
• Discover local citrus products and restaurants.
• Join a curated eclipse viewing experience.

Important: use properly certified solar eclipse glasses and follow official safety guidance when observing the eclipse.

Conclusion: A Sweet Symbol of Sóller

The Sóller Bomb is more than a dessert. It has become a symbol of Sóller’s hospitality and innovation. In one glass, visitors encounter the fruit of the valley, local creativity and the pleasure of sharing a memorable experience.

When you visit Sóller, follow your curiosity to one of the cafés offering this local speciality. Take the first sip and discover la dolça vida, the sweet life of Mallorca’s orange capital.

During Eclipse Week 2026, that experience will become part of an even larger story: the orange landscape of Sóller, the Tramuntana mountains and the extraordinary darkness of a total solar eclipse.

Bon profit i salut! Enjoy your Sóller Bomb, and here is to many more sweet adventures in Sóller.

Attribution: the original Sóller Orange Bomb was created by El Petit Cafeteria & Heladeria in 2021. “Sóller Bomb” is a registered trademark in the European Union. This independent article links directly to the creators and does not claim authorship of their name, recipe or product.

Sources

• El Petit Cafeteria & Heladeria – Official Sóller Bomb history, ingredients and seasonality
• SpendlifeTraveling – What to Do in Sóller, Mallorca
• Lions in the Piazza – Art Nouveau Architecture in Sóller
• Accés Mallorca – Ride the Original Antique Train from Palma to Sóller