Cherry Cola Rebel Float Recipe
Cherry Cola Rebel Float is a boozy twist on the classic root beer float, featuring Rebel bourbon poured over vanilla ice cream and topped with fizzy cherry cola for a retro, indulgent adult treat.
- Author: ssam
- Prep Time: 2 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 2 mins
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 oz Rebel Bourbon (or whiskey of choice)
- 2–3 scoops vanilla ice cream
- 12 oz cherry cola, chilled
- Maraschino cherries for garnish
- Optional: Whipped cream
- Ice cubes (if desired)
- 1. Place 2-3 scoops of vanilla ice cream into a tall glass or mug.
- 2. Pour 2 oz Rebel Bourbon directly over the ice cream.
- 3. Slowly top with chilled cherry cola to fill the glass, allowing it to foam and fizz.
- 4. Garnish with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry. Serve immediately with a spoon and straw.
Notes
- Use a large mug to contain the foam overflow.
- For non-alcoholic: Omit bourbon and add cherry syrup.
- Experiment with chocolate ice cream for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 float
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 65g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: cherry cola rebel float, boozy root beer float, bourbon ice cream float