The nostalgic charm of a Shirley Temple with a grown-up twist.
Let’s face it—sometimes you want a cocktail that feels like pure fun. That’s where the Boozy Shirley Float comes in. You get the classic sweetness of your favorite childhood drink, topped with ice cream and kissed with a splash of spirits. It’s fizzy, creamy, and dangerously delicious.
This isn’t your average float. It’s a celebration in a glass.
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🍒 What You’ll Need
Here’s everything to grab before you build your float. No hard-to-find ingredients—just simple, feel-good flavors.
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Lemon-lime soda (like Sprite) | 1 cup (chilled) |
| Grenadine syrup | 1–2 tbsp (adjust to taste) |
| Vanilla ice cream | 2 scoops |
| Vodka or cherry-flavored liqueur | 1½ oz (adjust to taste) |
| Maraschino cherries | For garnish |
| Whipped cream (optional) | For extra indulgence |
🥤 How to Make a Boozy Shirley Float
Making this float is as easy as it gets—no mixing tins, no muddling. Just layer and sip.
Step 1: Start with Ice Cream
Scoop vanilla ice cream into a tall glass. You want at least 2 scoops so the float stays thick and creamy.
Step 2: Add the Booze
Pour in your vodka or cherry liqueur. Don’t go overboard—this is supposed to be light, fun, and sippable.
Step 3: Pour the Soda
Slowly add lemon-lime soda. Pour carefully to avoid too much foam.
Step 4: Drizzle Grenadine
Top it off with a splash of grenadine for that iconic Shirley Temple flavor.
Step 5: Garnish and Enjoy
Drop in a cherry (or two), add whipped cream if you’re feeling fancy, and serve immediately with a straw and long spoon.
🍹 Tips for the Best Boozy Shirley Float
- Use crushed ice if you want it extra frosty.
- Don’t overmix—let the grenadine swirl for that pretty ombré look.
- Serve in a frosted glass for peak refreshment.
- Make it non-alcoholic by skipping the booze and doubling up on soda.
🍒 Flavor Variations
Feel like switching it up? You’ve got options.
- Coconut Rum: A tropical spin with creamy notes.
- Cherry Vodka + Chocolate Ice Cream: A black forest dessert in drink form.
- Orange Soda + Vanilla Vodka: Dreamsicle float, anyone?
🍽 When to Serve Boozy Shirley Floats
These are perfect for:
- Backyard barbecues
- Girls’ night in
- Brunch with a twist
- Poolside parties
- Celebrating literally anything
❄️ Make-Ahead Ideas
While you can’t pre-assemble a float without it melting, you can:
- Chill your glasses in the freezer
- Pre-scoop your ice cream and freeze the scoops on a tray
- Pre-measure your alcohol in shot glasses for quick pour-and-serve
📝 FAQ: Boozy Shirley Float
Can I use a different kind of soda?
Yes! Ginger ale, club soda, or even sparkling rosé are fun alternatives.
What alcohol works best?
Vodka keeps it neutral, while cherry liqueurs add flavor. You can also try amaretto or coconut rum.
What’s the best glass to use?
A tall soda or milkshake glass works best. But really—any glass will do as long as it holds your float and your joy.
🎉 Final Sip
There’s something magical about turning a childhood favorite into a grown-up indulgence. The Boozy Shirley Float is part cocktail, part dessert, and 100% fun. It’s the kind of drink you make when you want something sweet, a little nostalgic, and totally sippable.
👉 Your Turn
Ready to shake up your summer drink game? Scoop, pour, sip, and smile—this float’s got your name all over it. Try it once, and it just might become your go-to for whenever you’re craving something playful, chilled, and totally boozy.
Cheers to drinks that double as dessert! 🍨🍒🍸
The nostalgic charm of a Shirley Temple with a grown-up twist.
Let’s face it—sometimes you want a cocktail that feels like pure fun. That’s where the Boozy Shirley Float comes in. You get the classic sweetness of your favorite childhood drink, topped with ice cream and kissed with a splash of spirits. It’s fizzy, creamy, and dangerously delicious.
This isn’t your average float. It’s a celebration in a glass.
🍒 What You’ll Need
Here’s everything to grab before you build your float. No hard-to-find ingredients—just simple, feel-good flavors.
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Lemon-lime soda (like Sprite) | 1 cup (chilled) |
| Grenadine syrup | 1–2 tbsp (adjust to taste) |
| Vanilla ice cream | 2 scoops |
| Vodka or cherry-flavored liqueur | 1½ oz (adjust to taste) |
| Maraschino cherries | For garnish |
| Whipped cream (optional) | For extra indulgence |
🥤 How to Make a Boozy Shirley Float
Making this float is as easy as it gets—no mixing tins, no muddling. Just layer and sip.
Step 1: Start with Ice Cream
Scoop vanilla ice cream into a tall glass. You want at least 2 scoops so the float stays thick and creamy.
Step 2: Add the Booze
Pour in your vodka or cherry liqueur. Don’t go overboard—this is supposed to be light, fun, and sippable.
Step 3: Pour the Soda
Slowly add lemon-lime soda. Pour carefully to avoid too much foam.
Step 4: Drizzle Grenadine
Top it off with a splash of grenadine for that iconic Shirley Temple flavor.
Step 5: Garnish and Enjoy
Drop in a cherry (or two), add whipped cream if you’re feeling fancy, and serve immediately with a straw and long spoon.
🍹 Tips for the Best Boozy Shirley Float
- Use crushed ice if you want it extra frosty.
- Don’t overmix—let the grenadine swirl for that pretty ombré look.
- Serve in a frosted glass for peak refreshment.
- Make it non-alcoholic by skipping the booze and doubling up on soda.
🍒 Flavor Variations
Feel like switching it up? You’ve got options.
- Coconut Rum: A tropical spin with creamy notes.
- Cherry Vodka + Chocolate Ice Cream: A black forest dessert in drink form.
- Orange Soda + Vanilla Vodka: Dreamsicle float, anyone?
🍽 When to Serve Boozy Shirley Floats
These are perfect for:
- Backyard barbecues
- Girls’ night in
- Brunch with a twist
- Poolside parties
- Celebrating literally anything
❄️ Make-Ahead Ideas
While you can’t pre-assemble a float without it melting, you can:
- Chill your glasses in the freezer
- Pre-scoop your ice cream and freeze the scoops on a tray
- Pre-measure your alcohol in shot glasses for quick pour-and-serve
📝 FAQ: Boozy Shirley Float
Can I use a different kind of soda?
Yes! Ginger ale, club soda, or even sparkling rosé are fun alternatives.
What alcohol works best?
Vodka keeps it neutral, while cherry liqueurs add flavor. You can also try amaretto or coconut rum.
What’s the best glass to use?
A tall soda or milkshake glass works best. But really—any glass will do as long as it holds your float and your joy.
🎉 Final Sip
There’s something magical about turning a childhood favorite into a grown-up indulgence. The Boozy Shirley Float is part cocktail, part dessert, and 100% fun. It’s the kind of drink you make when you want something sweet, a little nostalgic, and totally sippable.
👉 Your Turn
Ready to shake up your summer drink game? Scoop, pour, sip, and smile—this float’s got your name all over it. Try it once, and it just might become your go-to for whenever you’re craving something playful, chilled, and totally boozy.
Cheers to drinks that double as dessert! 🍨🍒🍸
The nostalgic charm of a Shirley Temple with a grown-up twist.
Let’s face it—sometimes you want a cocktail that feels like pure fun. That’s where the Boozy Shirley Float comes in. You get the classic sweetness of your favorite childhood drink, topped with ice cream and kissed with a splash of spirits. It’s fizzy, creamy, and dangerously delicious.
This isn’t your average float. It’s a celebration in a glass.
🍒 What You’ll Need
Here’s everything to grab before you build your float. No hard-to-find ingredients—just simple, feel-good flavors.
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Lemon-lime soda (like Sprite) | 1 cup (chilled) |
| Grenadine syrup | 1–2 tbsp (adjust to taste) |
| Vanilla ice cream | 2 scoops |
| Vodka or cherry-flavored liqueur | 1½ oz (adjust to taste) |
| Maraschino cherries | For garnish |
| Whipped cream (optional) | For extra indulgence |
🥤 How to Make a Boozy Shirley Float
Making this float is as easy as it gets—no mixing tins, no muddling. Just layer and sip.
Step 1: Start with Ice Cream
Scoop vanilla ice cream into a tall glass. You want at least 2 scoops so the float stays thick and creamy.
Step 2: Add the Booze
Pour in your vodka or cherry liqueur. Don’t go overboard—this is supposed to be light, fun, and sippable.
Step 3: Pour the Soda
Slowly add lemon-lime soda. Pour carefully to avoid too much foam.
Step 4: Drizzle Grenadine
Top it off with a splash of grenadine for that iconic Shirley Temple flavor.
Step 5: Garnish and Enjoy
Drop in a cherry (or two), add whipped cream if you’re feeling fancy, and serve immediately with a straw and long spoon.
🍹 Tips for the Best Boozy Shirley Float
- Use crushed ice if you want it extra frosty.
- Don’t overmix—let the grenadine swirl for that pretty ombré look.
- Serve in a frosted glass for peak refreshment.
- Make it non-alcoholic by skipping the booze and doubling up on soda.
🍒 Flavor Variations
Feel like switching it up? You’ve got options.
- Coconut Rum: A tropical spin with creamy notes.
- Cherry Vodka + Chocolate Ice Cream: A black forest dessert in drink form.
- Orange Soda + Vanilla Vodka: Dreamsicle float, anyone?
🍽 When to Serve Boozy Shirley Floats
These are perfect for:
- Backyard barbecues
- Girls’ night in
- Brunch with a twist
- Poolside parties
- Celebrating literally anything
❄️ Make-Ahead Ideas
While you can’t pre-assemble a float without it melting, you can:
- Chill your glasses in the freezer
- Pre-scoop your ice cream and freeze the scoops on a tray
- Pre-measure your alcohol in shot glasses for quick pour-and-serve
📝 FAQ: Boozy Shirley Float
Can I use a different kind of soda?
Yes! Ginger ale, club soda, or even sparkling rosé are fun alternatives.
What alcohol works best?
Vodka keeps it neutral, while cherry liqueurs add flavor. You can also try amaretto or coconut rum.
What’s the best glass to use?
A tall soda or milkshake glass works best. But really—any glass will do as long as it holds your float and your joy.
🎉 Final Sip
There’s something magical about turning a childhood favorite into a grown-up indulgence. The Boozy Shirley Float is part cocktail, part dessert, and 100% fun. It’s the kind of drink you make when you want something sweet, a little nostalgic, and totally sippable.
👉 Your Turn
Ready to shake up your summer drink game? Scoop, pour, sip, and smile—this float’s got your name all over it. Try it once, and it just might become your go-to for whenever you’re craving something playful, chilled, and totally boozy.
Cheers to drinks that double as dessert! 🍨🍒🍸