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    Gin and Tonic Float

    Published: Aug 22, 2017 · Modified: Mar 9, 2021 by Kate Hackworthy · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Gin and Tonic Float | Veggie Desserts Blog

    With this Gin and Tonic Float you can turn the classic cocktail into a decadent dessert! It's creamy, fizzy and full of botanical flavours.

    Ice cream float with a scoop of ice cream in front and a vase of flowers.

    Make your G&T into something special.

    Just add a big scoop of your favourite vanilla ice cream and suddenly you have a gin and tonic float!

    I love that it's a childlike treat that's strictly for grown-ups!

    Ice cream floats were common when I was growing up in Canada.

    Just a bit of ice cream carefully spooned into a glass of fizzy soda pop and suddenly you had a decadent dessert.

    I haven't had one in many many years, so here I've recreated it - adult style by making one with a cocktail!

    Once the creamy ice cream hits the sparkling tonic water it foams up and melts into the drink a bit, making it sweet and creamy.

    The top turns into a lovely fizzy foam with flavours from the fragrant gin and zingy lime juice.

    Gin and Tonic Float in a glass with lots of frothy ice cream.

    Tips

    This is a super easy dessert / cocktail recipe! But here are some tips to help you ensure success every time.

    Use your favorite gin. I like plain London dry gin, but it's also amazing with flavoured gin such as berry, pink etc...

    I like a good quality tonic too. An aromatic tonic water makes all the difference.

    Just like the gin and the tonic, be sure to use a good ice cream too for the most decadent G&T float.

    Try making your own vanilla ice cream.

    Add the ice cream to the G&T immediately before serving so it's still all lovely and frothy when you serve it.

    Get all fancy and add mini paper umbrellas, colorful straws etc...

    Use a tall thin glass as the ice cream float will froth up!

    Cocktail Desserts

    I love using gin in dessert recipes (like this gin and tonic ice cream float). They're a fun flavor twist and everyone is always very intrigued to try them out.

    Get inspired by your favorite cocktail recipes and try turning them into creative cocktail-inspired desserts, like these!

    My cucumber and lemon cake is topped with a gorgeous gin icing which brings lovely botanical flavours from the gin to the cake.

    I can't wait to try it in other boozy bakes and perhaps in Good Housekeeping's gin and tonic cheesecake.

    If you're looking for other desserts with alcohol, you could try my salted bourbon butterscotch or cupcakes with Pimm's Icing.

    What are your favorite cocktail desserts? Be sure to head down to the comments and let me know which ones you love.

    Gin and Tonic Float overflowing in a tall glass with straws and a slice of lime.

    More cocktail recipes

    If you love this G&T Ice Cream Float, then you'll love these other cocktail recipes too!

    Cucumber Gin and Tonic
    Mulled Wine Spritzer
    Mulled Gin Cocktail with Mulled Wine Ice Cubes
    Cucumber Caipirinha
    Cucumber Collins

    Be sure to also check out this epic list of the 40 Best Cocktail Recipes to Make at Home.

    Always drink responsibly!

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    A glass of float next to flowers.

    Gin and Tonic Float

    Kate Hackworthy | Veggie Desserts
    This gin and tonic float is a fun way to turn a cocktail into dessert. Use your favourite gin and good quality ice cream for a decadent treat.
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    Prep Time 3 mins
    Total Time 3 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1
    Calories 196 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 3 oz gin
    • 4 oz tonic water
    • juice of ½ a lime
    • scoop of vanilla ice cream
    • to serve: slice of lime

    Instructions
     

    • Add the gin, tonic and lime juice to a tall glass, but don't fill to the top. Add a scoop of ice cream and serve. Once the ice cream is in it will fizz up and create a decadent creamy foam. Garnish with a slice of lime and enjoy (responsibly 🙂 )

    Nutrition

    Calories: 196kcalSodium: 24mg

    The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.

    Tried this recipe?Mention @kateveggiedesserts or tag #veggiedesserts! I love seeing your recreations.

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    Comments

    1. Sarah

      October 27, 2017 at 8:38 pm

      I love this idea! Gin and tonics can be a little bitter sometimes, so I bet this touch of sweet is perfection!

      Reply
    2. Charlie Mace

      October 20, 2017 at 1:24 pm

      This has totally blown my mind! MUST TRY! Why have I never thought of doing this? Floats remind me of my childhood!!

      Reply
    3. Mellissa Williams

      August 23, 2017 at 11:41 am

      5 stars
      What a lovely twist on a G and T. Could you make a non alcoholic version?

      Reply
    4. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      August 23, 2017 at 11:17 am

      5 stars
      What a fun way to serve a cocktail!

      Reply
    5. Sandi

      August 22, 2017 at 8:44 pm

      5 stars
      This is my kind of drink recipe...I love gin but this makes it sweeter :-).

      Reply
    6. aish das padihari

      August 22, 2017 at 8:22 pm

      5 stars
      Gin and Tonic is one of my most favorite drinks and the float idea sounds good too. I should try.

      Reply
    7. Anne Murphy

      August 22, 2017 at 6:37 pm

      And a G&T was always my favorite refreshing hot weather drink - this takes it to a whole different level!

      Reply
    8. Edyta/Innocent Delight

      August 22, 2017 at 5:24 pm

      5 stars
      What a great idea. It would have never crossed my mind to add ice cream to my alcoholic beverage. Awesome!

      Reply
    9. Beth

      August 22, 2017 at 4:51 pm

      5 stars
      This is a crazy, yet intriguing idea! My favorite were root beer floats when I was kid. I think this would be supper tasty!

      Reply
    10. Cliona Keane

      August 22, 2017 at 4:38 pm

      5 stars
      Now that's a recipe I can get on board with! I'm off to find the gin!

      Reply
    11. Amy | The Cook Report

      August 22, 2017 at 4:37 pm

      5 stars
      What a fun idea! I love a gin and tonic and this looks like a great twist on a classic

      Reply
    12. Emma @ Supper in the Suburbs

      August 22, 2017 at 3:48 pm

      This has my name written all over it. Next time you're whiping up some G&T floats I insist on an invite 😀

      Reply

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