There is a time and a place for a fussy beverage—one of layered spirits and liqueurs, a clarified this or a pickled that, ...

If you're a fan of the classic root beer float and are looking to mix things up a little, the refreshing and zingy Boston Cooler drink could be just the ticket.

Root beer floats are a simple and delicious drink doubling as a sweet treat. Ingredients are typically vanilla ice cream and root beer, but you can add liquor, too.

National Root Beer Float Day 2024 is on Tuesday, Aug. 6. A&W restaurants are giving away free small floats from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.