Brandon and Will's Coke Float
Brandon and Will's Coke Float is a delightful twist on the classic dessert drink, combining rich, creamy vanilla ice cream with fizzy cola for a refreshing treat.
- 5 min
- Easy
- Beer mug
- 3 ingredients
Brandon and Will's Coke Float
Ingredients
- Vanilla ice-cream2 scoops
- Coca-Cola1 can
- Bourbon2 oz
Method
- Scoop two large scoops of vanilla ice-cream into frosted beer mug.
- Next, add 2 ounces Maker's Mark.
- Then, pour in coke.
- Gently stir and enjoy.
What you need
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A long bar spoon
Long enough to reach the bottom of a tall glass, with a twisted stem.
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A nostalgic, dessert-forward creation that transforms the simple Coke float into an adult-oriented cocktail through spirit enhancement. This approachable drink celebrates the joy of childhood ice cream parlor culture while introducing sophisticated spirit-forward variations for grown-up enjoyment.
Tips from the bar
- Use quality vanilla ice cream with rich vanilla bean flavor for premium taste
- select a spirit that complements vanilla and cola without overpowering
- pour cola first to prevent excessive foaming
- add spirit gently to maintain float presentation
- serve immediately while ice cream melts partially into the drink
Twists worth trying
- Rum Coke Float
- Adds aged rum to complement vanilla and cola for tropical warmth
- Bourbon Coke Float
- incorporates bourbon for woody, caramel-forward character
- Spiced Coke Float
- uses spiced rum or cinnamon liqueur for warming complexity
What to eat with it
- Warm brownies
- Apple pie à la mode
- Chocolate cake
- Vanilla custard pie
- Caramel sauce
- Whipped cream desserts
The finished drink
Questions
What is in a Brandon and Will's Coke Float?
A Brandon and Will's Coke Float is made with vanilla ice-cream, coca-cola, bourbon.
What glass do you use for a Brandon and Will's Coke Float?
Serve a Brandon and Will's Coke Float in a beer mug.
What does a Brandon and Will's Coke Float taste like?
Expect creamy, fizzy, sweet.
What can I make with Bourbon?
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