Hey, y'all! The summer temperatures are blazin' here in Kentucky -- and they aren't going anywhere! While I love the heat, it's a lot more enjoyable with a cold treat in hand. Looking for the perfect one? Look no further than my homemade Ale-8-One Cherry Ice Cream Float. It doesn't get more delicious - or Kentucky - than that!
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Ale-8-One Cherry Ice Cream Float: A Kentucky Summer Treat
Few things are more nostalgic for me than an ice cream float. There's something simple, yet reminiscent, about them. This Ale-8-One Cherry Ice Cream Float is old school enough that it could've been served to you in a soda shop/diner on Main St. in rural Kentucky, yet simple enough that you can make it at home with ease.
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Recipe FAQ
I think the best option, hands down, is Ale-8-One Cherry. If you are looking for a zero sugar version, use Ale-8-One Cherry Zero.
Cherry Ale-8 is the first new flavor from the brand since they began bottling The Original in 1926. It is an irresistible blend of the celebrated Ale-8 secret formula and one of the founder’s favorite fruits: sweet, ripe cherries. It contains no artificial colors or flavors and is made with real sugar. The result is a bold and bright cherry soft drink with just a touch of ginger and citrus. They are flavorful and so refreshing!
Launched in 2020, Cherry Ale-8 Zero was developed in response to passionate requests for a sugar free version of Cherry Ale-8. After nearly two years of careful tinkering, the team at Ale-8-One created a drink that meets their high standards and delivers the great taste of Cherry Ale-8 without the sugar.
I am going to be giving you my recipe for homemade vanilla ice cream in this post; that said, if you don't want to make homemade ice cream -- don't worry! Use your favorite vanilla ice cream from the supermarket - or, better yet, a Kentucky-made vanilla ice cream - and you'll be good to go!
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The Recipe
Ale-8-One Cherry Ice Cream Float
Equipment
- Ice Cream Maker
Ingredients
- 2 c heavy cream
- 2 c whole milk
- 1.25 c sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1.5 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 6 Ale-8-One Cherry Sodas
- Cherries for garnish
- Whipped Cream for garnish
Instructions
- Combine heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until sugar has completely dissolved.
- Place mixture into an ice cream maker. You typically do not want to fill the ice cream maker full; please pay attention to the maker's instructions. Follow all instructions to churn. Freeze until use, again following the instructions of the manufacturer. Store in a freezer in an air-tight container.
- Add ice cream to a tall glass of your choice. Top with Ale-8-One Cherry (or Cherry Zero), garnish with whipped cream and a cherry. Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Want to top your ice cream float with homemade whipped cream? Get my recipe here!
About Ale-8-One
Launched in July of 1926, Ale-8-One is the only Kentucky-invented soft drink still in existence. It was invented by G. L. Wainscott and was named via one of America’s first slogan contests at the Clark County Fair. “A Late One” – the winning entry – was a pun adopted for its witty description. From that, a Kentucky legacy transpired.
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My best,
JC
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