Roy Rogers Recipe

Roy Rogers

1. 1

   Prepare glass

   Fill a highball glass (or an appropriate serving glass) with ice cubes until about 3/4 full.

2. 2

   Add grenadine

   Pour 1/2 ounce (about 15 ml) of grenadine syrup directly over the ice so it settles toward the bottom of the glass for a layered look.

3. 3

   Top with cola

   Slowly pour 8 ounces (about 240 ml) of chilled cola over the back of a spoon or gently down the side of the glass to preserve a slight gradient between the cola and grenadine.

4. 4

   Garnish and finish

   Drop one maraschino cherry into the drink and, if desired, squeeze and drop a lime wedge for a touch of brightness (optional). Serve with a straw and stir before drinking if you prefer an even sweetness throughout.