Can I make this float ahead of time?

Not really. The ice cream melts quickly, and the soda loses its fizz. It’s best made just before serving.

What’s the best substitute for grenadine?

Maraschino cherry juice works great. Or try a homemade cherry syrup if you want to go the extra mile.

How can I make it dairy-free?

Use a plant-based vanilla ice cream. Coconut-based ice creams pair especially well with the citrus and cherry flavors.

What is a Shirley Temple made of?

A classic Shirley Temple mixes lemon-lime soda (or ginger ale) with grenadine and a cherry on top. No alcohol—just sweet, fizzy fun.

What is an ice cream float made of?

It’s typically soda and a scoop (or more) of ice cream. The carbonation foams up around the ice cream, making it creamy and fizzy all at once.

Why is it called a Shirley Temple?

It’s named after the famous child actress, Shirley Temple. Legend has it, she was given this drink at Hollywood events so she had something fun and festive to sip while the adults had cocktails.

What is the 3 ingredient Shirley Temple?

That version keeps it simple: lemon-lime soda, grenadine, and a maraschino cherry. Perfect for quick sips or when you’re out of ice cream.

Shirley Temple Ice Cream Float: Sweet, Fizzy, and Fun

Description

A creamy twist on the classic Shirley Temple drink, combining lemon-lime soda, grenadine, and vanilla ice cream. It’s refreshing, sweet, tart, and easy to make in minutes.

Ingredients

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2 1/2 cups lemon-lime soda (7UP or Sprite), chilled

1 cup ginger ale, chilled

2 tablespoons grenadine syrup

4 scoops vanilla ice cream

Maraschino cherries (for garnish)

Lime slices (for garnish)

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Instructions

1. In a pitcher, stir together lemon-lime soda, ginger ale, and grenadine.

2. Divide the vanilla ice cream between 2 fountain glasses.

3. Pour the soda mixture over the ice cream.

4. Garnish with maraschino cherries and lime slices.

5. Serve immediately with a straw.

Notes

Vary the amount of ice cream depending on glass size.

Maraschino cherry juice can be used instead of grenadine.

Add 2 tablespoons lime juice for more citrus flavor.

To make it boozy, add 1 tbsp amaretto liqueur and replace 1/2 cup lemon-lime soda with vodka.

Prep Time: 0 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Summer Drinks
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 float
Calories: 488
Sugar: 78g
Sodium: 149mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 86g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 58mg