Description
Indulgent root beer rum cocktail whisks drinkers into a nostalgic realm of sweet, spirited comfort. Smooth rum blends perfectly with classic root beer, creating an irresistible beverage you’ll savor from first sip to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Spirits:
- 2 ounces (56 grams) spiced rum
- 1 ounce (28 grams) vanilla vodka (optional)
Liquid Mixers:
- 4 ounces (118 milliliters) root beer (chilled)
- 2 ounces (56 milliliters) heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Garnishes and Serving:
- Ice (for serving)
- Whipped cream
- Maraschino cherry
- Grated chocolate or chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Prepare the chilled glassware by filling it completely with ice cubes, ensuring a frosty foundation for the cocktail.
- Carefully pour the spiced rum into the ice-filled glass, allowing it to cascade smoothly over the frozen surface.
- Add the vanilla vodka next, creating a layered liquid base that will enhance the cocktail’s complex flavor profile.
- Slowly introduce the chilled root beer, tilting the glass slightly to minimize excessive foam and maintain the drink’s elegant appearance.
- Delicately stream heavy cream over the top of the mixture, creating a mesmerizing marbled effect that blends the ingredients together.
- Gently swirl the cocktail with a long bar spoon, just enough to integrate the cream without fully mixing the layers.
- Crown the drink with a lavish dollop of whipped cream, allowing it to float elegantly on the surface.
- Artfully place a vibrant maraschino cherry at the peak of the whipped cream crown.
- Finish the presentation by dusting the top with delicate chocolate shavings, adding a final touch of decadent sophistication to the cocktail.
Notes
- Experiment with different root beer brands to find the perfect flavor profile that complements the rum and cream.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a dairy-free alternative like coconut cream for those with lactose sensitivities.
- Chill all ingredients beforehand to keep the cocktail extra cold and prevent immediate ice dilution, ensuring a more robust and refreshing taste.
- Create a kid-friendly mocktail version by replacing rum with additional root beer and using whipped cream for a fun, dessert-like drink that everyone can enjoy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg