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Classic Root Beer Float

A classic summer drink.
Prep Time5 minutes
Active Time0 minutes
making1 minute
Total Time6 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Yield: 1 people
Calories: 373cal
Author: Melissa Haines
Cost: $5

Materials

  • 12 oz. root beer
  • 1-2 scoops ice cream vanilla

Instructions

  • Place one to two scoops of vanilla ice cream in the bottom of a tall glass
  • Pour the rootbeer over the ice cream until the foam reaches the top. Wait a second or two for the foam to settle down, then pour more root beer into the glass. Continue until you are satisfied with the ice cream-to-root beer ratio.
  • Optional: Garnish with whipped topping and a maraschino cherry
  • Insert a straw and enjoy

Notes

Nutrition facts are only an estimate 

Nutrition

Calories: 373cal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 182mg | Potassium: 138mg | Sugar: 47g | Vitamin A: 296IU | Calcium: 106mg | Iron: 0.3mg