In terms of nostalgia, nothing beats a root beer float. But even though it's a simple concoction — just root beer and ice cream — mastering the perfect float takes some skill. The secret? Prepping ...

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This National Root Beer Float Day (August 6) you can snag a frosty mug of this creamy, carbonated drink for free! How? Pop into your nearest A&W fast food location where they'll be offering them free ...

This boozy ice cream float is basically the flavor combination of a pack of red hots and a cold glass of root beer. In this ...

If there’s one dessert drink that captures the heart of childhood summers and old-fashioned American desserts, it’s the root beer float. Imagine that perfect mix of creamy vanilla ice cream and fizzy, ...

A classic root beer float is made using the soda plus a couple of scoops of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream to top it off. Frank J. Wisner, the owner of Cripple Creek Brewing in Colorado, is ...

This Aug. 6 brings cheer to a classic as National Root Beer Float Day returns with fizzy nostalgia, drawing attention to one of America’s most iconic summer treats. Brands are keeping the tradition ...