Description
Root beer rum cocktail marries classic soda sweetness with smooth Caribbean spirits. Cool summer nights find comfort in this spirited blend of nostalgic flavors you’ll want to savor slowly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz (60 ml) spiced rum (e.g., Captain Morgan)
- 4 oz (120 ml) root beer (chilled)
- 2 oz (60 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 oz (30 ml) vanilla vodka (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Ice (for serving)
- Whipped cream
- Maraschino cherry
- Grated chocolate or chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Glass Preparation: Freeze a tall glass or large mug for 10 minutes to create a frosty backdrop for the cocktail.
- Rum Foundation: Cascade dark rum into the chilled vessel, creating a spirited base layer.
- Creamy Composition: Gently nestle a generous scoop of premium vanilla ice cream into the rum, followed by a smooth pour of heavy cream, allowing the ingredients to harmonize.
- Root Beer Infusion: Delicately stream cold root beer over the creamy mixture, watching the effervescent foam rise and gradually settle, creating a mesmerizing layered effect.
- Finishing Flourish: Crown the cocktail with a billowing cloud of whipped cream and a vibrant maraschino cherry. Equip with a straw and spoon for an indulgent sipping experience, and serve immediately to capture the drink’s peak temperature and texture.
Notes
- Use frosted glasses or briefly freeze glassware to enhance drink’s temperature and create an elegant presentation.
- Choose a smooth, high-quality rum with caramel or vanilla notes that complement the root beer’s sweetness.
- Select premium vanilla ice cream with rich, creamy texture to elevate the cocktail’s overall flavor profile.
- Pour root beer slowly along the glass side to minimize excessive foam and maintain a balanced, smooth consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg