St. Germain Ice Cream Float
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Servings
1 float
St. Germain Ice Cream Float
Description
This St. Germain Ice Cream Float starts with a chilled glass into which St. Germain elderflower liqueur, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and chilled sparkling water are gently mixed. The balance of floral, tart, and bubbly elements creates a flavorful, delicate base. A large scoop of good quality vanilla ice cream is carefully dropped on top, slowly melting into the sparkling mixture and adding creamy richness that contrasts beautifully with the crispness of the sparkling water and brightness of the lemon juice.
The resulting float offers a unique combination of floral, tart, and creamy flavors with fizzy texture, ideal as a light, sweetened adult treat or dessert on a warm day. The drink is best enjoyed right away to preserve the contrast between the ice cream and sparkling mixture.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 ounces St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur 3 tablespoons, chilled
- 1/2 ounce lemon 1 tablespoon, freshly squeezed juice
- 3 ounces sparkling water 6 tablespoons, chilled
- 1 vanilla ice cream big scoop, good quality
Instructions
- To a chilled 8 ounce glass, add St. Germain, lemon juice and sparkling water, gently stirring to combine. Carefully drop in a large scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy immediately!