How to Make a Coke Float

You can substitute a brand other than Coke.

A Coke float is a simple, refreshing combination of vanilla ice cream and Coca-Cola. You can make several variations of the traditional Coke float by adding another beverage or flavoring, or by substituting different flavors of ice cream. Serve Coke floats at your next summer gathering for a simple yet welcome old-fashioned treat.

Things You'll Need

• Large glass
• Ice cream scoop
• 2 scoops vanilla ice cream
• Measuring cup
• 1 cup Coca-Cola
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 maraschino cherry with stem
• Long-handled spoon
• Straw

Instructions

1. 

   Start your Coke float with vanilla ice cream.

   Scoop two portions of vanilla ice cream into the bottom of a large glass.

2. Measure out a cup of Coca-Cola or other cola and add it to the glass; pour slowly to avoid excessive fizzing.

3. 

   Vanilla extract adds flavor to your drink.

   Measure out 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract, if desired. Add it to the glass and stir.

4. 

   A maraschino cherry tops off a Coke float.

   Place a maraschino cherry with stem attached on the top of the Coke float and serve with a straw. Provide a long-handled spoon so the ice cream may be eaten when the soda is gone.

Tips & Warnings

• You can turn your Coke float into an alcoholic beverage by substituting a creamy liqueur, such as Tequila Rose strawberry cream, for the ice cream. For this recipe, mix an ounce of Tequila Rose with a splash of Coke and stir well.

• Another variation features rum and Coke topped with rum-flavored ice cream.

• Try making a coffee Coke float, which combines a scoop of vanilla ice cream with a cup of sweetened coffee. The remaining space in the glass is filled with Coke.

• Try different flavors of ice cream, such as chocolate, lemon or cherry.

References

• food.com: Classic Coke Float
• drinksmixer.com: Coke Float Recipe
• whattodrink.com: Rum Coke Float
• idrink.com: Coke Float Drink Recipe
• thecoffeebump.com: Coffee and Coke Float Recipe