Creamy Root Beer Rum Cocktail

Thirsty Thursday is taking you back to childhood with a grown-up twist. The Creamy Root Beer Rum Cocktail captures all the nostalgic charm of a classic root beer float but adds dark rum and extra cream for a luxurious, boozy experience. It’s like sipping liquid comfort food — sweet, smooth, and utterly satisfying.

If you’re drawn to cocktails that blend nostalgia with sophistication, try our Bananas Foster Martini for another dessert-inspired drink or the Hot Buttered Rum Cocktail for cozy, warming flavors. Both deliver that same comforting sweetness with their own unique character.

Creamy Root Beer Rum Cocktail

Recipe by Daily Disher

This creamy cocktail transforms classic root beer float vibes into an adult indulgence that’s rich, nostalgic, and irresistibly smooth.

Course: CocktailCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

1.5 from 2 votes

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Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

Ingredients

• 2 oz dark rum

• 1 cup root beer

• 2 scoops vanilla ice cream

• 0.5 cup heavy cream

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 tsp chocolate syrup

Directions

• In a blender, combine the dark rum, root beer, and vanilla ice cream. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
• Add heavy cream and vanilla extract to the blender. Blend again briefly to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
• Drizzle chocolate syrup inside the serving glasses for decoration and extra flavor.
• Pour the blended mixture into glass, filling them almost to the top.
• Optionally, top with a scoop of ice cream for extra creaminess and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

• Total number of serves: 4
• Calories: 250kcal
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 620mg
• Potassium: 400mg
• Sugar: 8g
• Protein: 6g
• Calcium: 60mg
• Iron: 2mg

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