Root Beer Float - Adult Recipe
Make Root Beer Float - Adult Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Adult Twist
Method
Preparation
Gather Ingredients
Collect all the ingredients: root beer, vanilla ice cream, spiced rum, whipped cream, and maraschino cherry.
Assembly
Pour Root Beer
In the chilled glass, pour 1 cup of root beer until it is about halfway full.
Add Spiced Rum
Carefully add 1.5 oz of spiced rum to the root beer, allowing it to mix gently.
Add Ice Cream
Add 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream on top of the root beer and rum mixture. The ice cream will create a frothy layer.
Top with Whipped Cream
Finish your float by adding 2 tablespoons of whipped cream on top of the ice cream.
Garnish
Place a maraschino cherry on top of the whipped cream for a festive touch.
Serve
Serve immediately with a straw and a spoon to enjoy your adult root beer float!