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RumChata Root Beer Floats

A creamy, fizzy, boozy twist on a classic childhood favorite! These RumChata Root Beer Floats mix smooth vanilla ice cream, spiced RumChata, and bubbly root beer for a nostalgic yet grown-up treat.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz RumChata
  • 1 cup chilled root beer
  • 2 scoops vanilla ice cream
  • Whipped cream optional, for topping
  • Maraschino cherry for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Place two generous scoops of vanilla ice cream into a tall glass. Choose a sturdy glass to handle the fizzy reaction later.
  • Slowly pour 2 oz of RumChata over the ice cream. Let it drizzle over the scoops so the cinnamon-vanilla flavors start soaking in.
  • Gently pour 1 cup of chilled root beer into the glass. Pour slowly along the side to control the foam — the goal is a fizzy crown, not a volcanic eruption!
  • If desired, add a swirl of whipped cream on top. Finish with a bright red maraschino cherry for that classic float look.
  • Serve immediately with a straw and a long spoon. Stir slightly before sipping for the perfect creamy, fizzy blend.
  • Tip: If the foam overflows too quickly, simply pause pouring for a few seconds to let the bubbles settle.