Sarsaparilla float
A sarsaparilla float is a nostalgic, creamy beverage made by combining sarsaparilla soda with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, creating a frothy, sweet treat. It typically originates from regions where sarsaparilla is popular, such as the Southern United States, the Caribbean, and parts of Latin America.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This float is high in carbohydrates and sugar from both the soda and ice cream, with a moderate amount of fat from the dairy. A typical serving contains roughly 300-400 calories, offering minimal protein and some calcium.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 48 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 42 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Phosphorus | 130 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin A | 60 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.6 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
Per 1 float (350 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Sarsaparilla, derived from the Smilax plant, was historically used in traditional medicine and as a root beer base, giving this float a unique, earthy-sweet flavor profile distinct from modern sodas.
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