Mugs Root Beer Recipe

Time15m

Serves2

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Ingredients

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1
Gather Ingredients
Collect all the ingredients needed for the root beer float, including root beer, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, maraschino cherries, and any optional garnishes such as chocolate syrup or crushed nuts.
2
Prepare the Glasses
Choose your favorite mugs or glasses for serving the root beer float. Make sure they are clean and ready to be filled.

3
Add Root Beer
Pour 2 cups of root beer into each mug, filling them about halfway.
4
Add Ice Cream
Carefully add 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream to each mug, allowing it to float on top of the root beer.
5
Top with Whipped Cream
Dollop 1 tablespoon of whipped cream on top of the ice cream in each mug.
6
Add Cherries
Place 1 maraschino cherry on top of the whipped cream in each mug for a classic touch.

7
Optional Garnishing
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of chocolate syrup over the top and sprinkle crushed nuts if desired.
8
Serve Immediately
Serve the mugs root beer float immediately with a straw or a spoon for stirring.