Recipe · 16 oz

Dirty Root Beer

Root beer, coconut and cream. Caffeine-free and very smooth.

  • 3 mintime
  • 16 ozserves 1
  • Nocaffeine
  • Dairyas written

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Ingredients

  • 12 ozroot beer, cold
  • 1 ozcoconut syrup
  • 1 ozhalf & half
  • Pebble or crushed ice

Steps

  1. 1Add the syrup to an empty 16 oz cup.
  2. 2Fill the cup to the top with pebble ice.
  3. 3Pour the root beer slowly down the side.
  4. 4Float the half & half over the back of a spoon. Don't stir; let it bloom.
  5. 5Wide straw. First sip from the bottom.

Variations

  • Swap the topper for popping boba.
  • Try vanilla instead of coconut.
  • Go bigger: freeze-dried fruit on top for texture.

FAQ

Does the Dirty Root Beer have caffeine?

No. Root beer is usually caffeine-free; check your brand's label.

How do I make the Dirty Root Beer sugar-free?

Use zero-sugar root beer and sugar-free coconut syrup. Most big syrup brands sell sugar-free versions.

Can I make it dairy-free?

Yes. Use coconut cream, or make the foam with chilled barista oat milk.

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