Vanilla Bittersweet Float

This delightful Vanilla Float with Bitters and Cherries is a classic dessert cocktail with a fizzy twist. It combines creamy vanilla ice cream with seltzer, Angostura bitters, and optional cherry brandy or kirsch for a sweet and refreshing treat. Garnished with Luxardo maraschino cherries, this indulgent drink is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Vanilla Bittersweet Float

A fizzy and sweet dessert cocktail combining creamy vanilla ice cream with seltzer, bitters, and cherries.

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Ingredients

  • 3 scoops vanilla ice cream
  • Seltzer
  • 1 tablespoon Angostura bitters
  • 1 ounce cherry brandy or kirsch (optional)
  • Luxardo maraschino cherries, for serving

Instructions

  1. Place 3 scoops of vanilla ice cream in a chilled tall glass.
  2. Top the ice cream with seltzer.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon of Angostura bitters.
  4. Optionally, pour in 1 ounce of cherry brandy or kirsch.
  5. Garnish with Luxardo maraschino cherries.