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Boston Cooler Recipe

October 22, 2019 / 8

Have you ever tried a Boston Cooler Recipe? An ice cream soda composed of just two ingredients, Vernors ginger ale and vanilla ice cream.

As a Michigan native I never knew growing up that Vernors ginger ale was a Michigan thing. I thought everyone knew about it. But to my surprise, It was created by a Detroit pharmacist, James Vernor. And is also the America’s oldest surviving ginger ale.

I remember staying home from school sick with a stomach bug and sipping on Vernors. One of the only times we had pop in our house growing up. Still to this day, we get Vernors while sick. I’m not actually sure if it helps with an upset stomach, but supposedly the ginger in it is suppose to help. Either way, I’m still drinking it.

And if you are not sick and just want the tangy, ginger flavored carbonated beverage, this Boston Cooler Recipe is the way to go.

Have you ever had a Boston Cooler? An ice cream soda composed of just two ingredients, Vernors ginger ale and vanilla ice cream.

How to make this Boston Cooler Recipe:

Have you ever had a Boston Cooler? An ice cream soda composed of just two ingredients, Vernors ginger ale and vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients:

  • Vernors Ginger Ale
  • Vanilla Ice Cream

You will also need:

  • Mug
  • Ice Cream Scoop

Directions:

Have you ever had a Boston Cooler? An ice cream soda composed of just two ingredients, Vernors ginger ale and vanilla ice cream.
Have you ever had a Boston Cooler? An ice cream soda composed of just two ingredients, Vernors ginger ale and vanilla ice cream.
  1. Scoop 1-2 scoops of vanilla ice cream into a mug.
Have you ever had a Boston Cooler? An ice cream soda composed of just two ingredients, Vernors ginger ale and vanilla ice cream.

2. Open up a can of Vernors ginger ale and slowly pour it on top of the ice cream.

Have you ever had a Boston Cooler? An ice cream soda composed of just two ingredients, Vernors ginger ale and vanilla ice cream.

3. Serve with a straw and a spoon and enjoy.

Have you ever had a Boston Cooler? Tell us your thoughts in the comment section below.

Have you ever had a Boston Cooler? An ice cream soda composed of just two ingredients, Vernors ginger ale and vanilla ice cream.

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8 comments on “Boston Cooler Recipe”

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    Terry Fields

    October 23, 2019 - 3:48 am

    I been having then since growing up, Vanilla scoops in a glass then Vernors and eat out of glass and still make them and Love them good taste

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    robin rue

    October 23, 2019 - 1:27 pm

    My mom made these for me ALL THE TIME when I was a kid, but I had no idea that is what they were called.

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    Brianne Tursi Manz

    October 23, 2019 - 2:47 pm

    We love Vernor’s ginger ale! It’s the best on the market, in my opinion. This treat is perfect for family movie night!

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    Stefani Tolson

    October 24, 2019 - 3:57 am

    I am going to try making these with my daughter.

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    Ruth I

    October 24, 2019 - 9:24 am

    I haven’t tried this! I do not really like any ginger flavor or taste but I think adding ice cream will make it delicious.

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    Toni

    October 24, 2019 - 9:30 am

    I really need to give this a try! Looks so good!

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    Danielle Fox

    October 24, 2019 - 5:17 pm

    Is this really a thing? I have never heard of using Ginger Ale type drinks with vanilla like a float. I am going to have my daughter try this as she is the float person in our home

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    Annemarie LeBlanc

    October 25, 2019 - 4:34 am

    Looks delicious to me! I will try this on the weekend. My sister will be dropping by for a short visit so I guess I have to make something special for her. This would put a smile on her face!

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