These alcoholic root beer floats are going to win you over with one single sip. This adult root beer float is made with just three ingredients.
A scoop of vanilla ice cream, spiced rum and you’ll top it off with root beer. Sip and enjoy this summertime favorite ice cream drink.
Take the classic root beer float, which is a creamy drink, and add a splash of rum to make it a delicious beverage for grown-ups!
A great way to stay cool, this is an easy recipe that is perfect on a hot summer day by the pool or served up for a summer BBQ. Just like this Dirty Money drink or Dirty Banana cocktail!
Why You’ll Love this Alcoholic Root Beer Float Recipe
Also known as a Dirty Root Beer Float, here’s why it’s sooo good:
- A delicious treat for grown ups only.
- You only need 3 ingredients.
- Sweet and creamy ice cream in a cocktail!
- Perfect for a hot summer day.
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Ingredients
All you need are a few simple ingredients:
Root Beer: Grab your favorite brand of root beer. Whether it is A&W, Barq’s or any other brand of choice. Just know the root beer is going to be the stand out flavor, so get the best root beer.
Vanilla Ice Cream: So a scoop of ice cream is going to give this drink that perfect creamy texture and provides that classic float you grew up sipping on.
Spiced Rum: In making this cocktail, I add Captain Morgan to spike the drink. With the extra spices, it creates this perfect root beer float cocktail!
Directions
Full directions on how to make this boozy root beer float recipe is in the printable recipe card. This is a quick walk through on how it is made.
STEP 1: Grab your glass and add a shot of Captain Morgan into the glass.
STEP 2: Add in a scoop of your ice cream, and then top the glass off with some cold root beer.
STEP 3: Serve with a spoon or straw and sip and enjoy!
Recipe Variations
Here are easy ways to change up your ice cream float!
- Swap spiced rum with white rum or vodka. It works great with vanilla vodka too!
- Add a splash of root beer Schnapps for a more boozy root beer flavor.
- Instead of root beer swap with cream soda, orange soda or Dr. Pepper.
- Substitute with RumChata for added creamy flavor and cinnamon to your fizzy root beer.
- Change up the ice cream. Do a mix of ice cream flavors like Neapolitan, strawberry, chocolate, etc.
- Add a splash of vanilla syrup for more vanilla flavor.
- Top with whipped cream.
Is this a Strong Drink?
Yes, I used 2 ounces of alcohol for this hard root beer drink, but you can always make this adult drink as weak or strong as you would like.
Can I make this Alcoholic Root Beer Float in Advance?
Unfortunately since you have ice cream in this drink you will not want to make your drink till you are ready to serve it up. The ice cream will melt down fast and you will find it won’t have the fresh texture and flavor you want.
Can I use Sugar Free Root Beer for a Root Beer Float?
Yes, go ahead and use a sugar free root beer and sugar free vanilla ice cream. If you are looking for a low carb version you can leave out the sugar and swap with sugar free options. You can even use a nice cream!
There’s nothing like the creamy taste of a root beer float! Even better with spiced rum to make it an alcoholic root beer float cocktail!
Alcoholic Root Beer Float
These alcoholic root beer floats are going to win you over with one single sip. This adult root beer float is made with just three ingredients.
A scoop of vanilla ice cream, spiced rum and you'll top it off with root beer. Sip and enjoy this summertime favorite ice cream drink.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Spiced Rum
- 2 ounces Root Beer
- 1 scoop Vanilla Ice Cream
Instructions
- Pour in 2 ounces of spiced rum.
- Add 1 scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Top off with root beer.
Notes
See recipe post for variations. Drink Responsibly.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 291Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 61mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 0gSugar: 21gProtein: 2g
Nutritional values are estimates and not exact.