Ingredients

2 oz spiced rum
¼ cup vanilla creamer (or substitute half & half)
½ cup root beer
Ice
Optional: whipped cream + maraschino cherry for garnish

Optional Add-ins:

1 scoop vanilla ice cream (for a true float feel)
Dash of cinnamon or nutmeg (for a spiced finish)
½ oz vanilla vodka (for extra kick)
Crushed root beer candies on the rim

Instructions

Preparation Chill your glass and prep ingredients

Step 1: Get the glass ready
Chill a short cocktail glass or mason jar in the freezer for 5–10 minutes. This helps keep the creamy cocktail nice and cold.

Step 2: Add ice
Fill the chilled glass with ice—about halfway for a smooth mix that won’t get watered down too quickly.

Build the cocktail

Step 3: Pour in the rum and creamer
Add 2 oz spiced rum and ¼ cup vanilla creamer (or half & half) to the glass. Stir gently to combine and smooth out the mixture.

Step 4: Add the root beer
Slowly pour in ½ cup of chilled root beer. Stir once more, very gently, to keep the bubbles intact while blending the flavors.

Garnish and serve

Step 5: Top it off
Top with a generous swirl of whipped cream and a maraschino cherry, if desired. Serve with a straw or long spoon and sip immediately.

Notes

Vanilla creamer adds that dreamy, float-like sweetness. You can use flavored creamers (like caramel or hazelnut) for fun twists.
Spiced rum gives depth and warmth—choose your favorite brand. Captain Morgan or Kraken both work beautifully.
Pour the root beer slowly to avoid overflowing foam.
Serve right away so the fizz and cream texture are at their best.
Avoid shaking this drink—it will flatten the soda and can curdle the cream.

Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 0 min

Nutrition

Calories: 260
Sugar: 19g
Sodium: 40 mg
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 1g