Drinking a coke float is one of my favorite memories of being at my Grandmother’s. In the 1920’s my Grandmother worked at an old-fashioned soda fountain. She loved it. She talked all the time about the fashion of the 1920’s, the fun, the flappers, and her favorite floats.
When I was about 8 my Grandmother came home with this beautiful tall Coca Cola glass that was just for me. She placed it high in her cupboards so that only the two of us knew where it was.
On special visits, we would bring down the glass and make a Coke Float together then play Crokinole until our fingers were sore.
Coke Floats are special to me, a piece of my childhood. From that yummy foam on the top to the creaminess of the drink, it brings back wonderful memories.
While the recipe is simple, the taste and experience most definitely are not!
Whether Coca-cola Floats were are part of your childhood or you are new to the drink, the best part of them is they only need two ingredients, a tall glass, and a fun straw. We love these Biodegradable Paper Straws
and Coca-Cola Classic 8oz Glass Bottles
to complete the Coke Float experience.
Whether you are planning a night at home or hosting a 1920’s themed party this drink will be a hit with guests of all ages. Not a fan of Coke? Experiment with Cream Soda, Orange Crush or whatever your favorite soda is.
- 1 can or bottle of Coca Cola
- 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream
- Whipped Cream
- Maraschino Cherry
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Scoop 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream into a tall glass.
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Slowly pour Coca Cola in the class stopping to scoop out extra foam.
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Once filled, top with whipped cream and a cherry.
When we recently visited The World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta, Georgia we tried so many unique Coke products. I can just imagine how great the Thai Honeydew melon soda would taste in a float! Yum! 
Looking for more old-fashioned floats? Check out these old fashioned float recipes from the Coca Cola Company.
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I can’t wait to try this out!
Oh yeah this is one of my favourite summer time cold drinks. I probably drink too many as well.
I do enjoy floats in any season of the year.
I’m thinking a movie night with a few of these floats is in order. I love those classic flavors!
Oh wow. This brought back so many memories of my youth! I love Coke Floats! I should make this at home. It has been a long time since we had these!
We love ice cream floats! My kids are big “swamp water” fans so they love to try floats with all kinds of different sodas! :)
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I’ve never thought of making a coke float! What didn’t I think of that? Looks delicious.
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Yum! I just enjoyed a milkshake so it is cool to comment on this! Normally when I find a yummy recipe I am hangry haha!
I haven’t had a float in ages. They are so good. I love the addition of the cherry on top.
Never tried a float with coke. Will have to ask the kids and Im sure they will want to try.
That looks really delish! Would love to give this a try!
Coke floats are so good! I love the mixture of ice cream and the acid From the soda mixed together
This is my favorite drink to buy in any fast food and it doesn’t matter if you are making this in an old fashion or in a new modern way because it still delicious for me.
I love coke floats! My kids like them ok but they still prefer Root Beer Floats better.
I’ve had a million root beer floats, but never a coke float. In fact I’ve never heard of this, but now I want to try one.
Wow, a Coke Float sounds like my kind of dessert. I need to make myself one since I have all the ingredients handy.
I think these will make for great movie night treats. I’m liking this idea! The classic bottles definitely bring me nostalgia.
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I’m a root beer float addict, but have actually never tried a Coke float. I bet it’s super delicious and refreshing!
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That brings me back to my childhood! I think that I need this again! YUM I can’t wait to make it again.
That float looks amazing. I have to save up my calories to have one of these with my kids this weekend. It is such a classic dessert.
This brings back so many memories for me. I grew up on Coke floats, and they’ve always been my favorite treat. I remember having them on a hot summer day.
Oh my goodness it’s been ages since I’ve had a coke float! I think my kids would look at me like I had two heads if I made this! This is amazing.
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I love a good old fashion coke float. I haven’t had them in a while though. They’re so good! I think it’s time I made one soon.
I am sure this will be a sure hit in my house!!
This is the kind of treat I love to have with the kids on the weekends. We are always looking for easy and yummy treats to enjoy as a family.
We love root beer floats, will have to try a coke float. Love coke, so why not
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It’s a delicious drink that you’ll love if you are already a float lover.
Oh my goodness! This is so easy! And who doesn’t love Coca Cola? My kid will go crazy!
Some of my first jobs were working at different ice cream stores. I love a good float! It is such a treat.
My son would love that! All his favorite things in one drink! Yummy!
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Yes! Exactly – the perfect combination!
There are coke floats available here from fast food chains. But I will still make this, I think it’s much better. Yum!
Yes! So yummy love making them at home.
Coke floats are the best! I like root beer but sometimes it can get a little sweet.
I won’t drink coke at all, since I was a kid unless it’s in a float! They are so good
So nostalgic! Yum!
Absolutely fantastic! I love this recipe and it did take me back to my childhood!
Wonderful! That’s always such a great feeling and memory.
Coke floats are the best… and I love them just like this… the classic way!
Such a classic treat! Thanks for the recipe!