Variations of the ice cream soda are as endless as the varieties of soda and flavors of ice cream, but some have become more prominent over the years than others.  You can also use our Italian Lemon Ice for a fat-free version.

Chocolate Ice Cream Soda

Chocolate syrup, vanilla ice cream, and soda water.

Root beer float

Also known as a “black cow” or “brown cow”, the root beer float is  made with vanilla ice cream and root beer,  a float made with root beer and chocolate ice cream is a chocolate cow or a “brown cow.”

Boston cooler

The Boston cooler was originated in Detroit, Michigan. It is made with Vernors and Vanilla ice cream.  Unlike a float however, a Boston Cooler is blended like a thick milk shake.

Snow White

Made with 7-Up or Sprite and vanilla ice cream.

Coke float

Made with Coca-cola and Vanilla ice cream.

Purple cow

Grape soda and vanilla ice cream.

Sherbet float

It is also possible to make a float using any kind of sherbet and ginger ale, vault, or sprite.

Watch for $1 Featured Flavor Floats at Maceri’s Soup & Scoop, Pitas & Subs located on the nw corner of 21 Mile & Hayes in Shelby Twp., Mi. www.soup-scoop.com.

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