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Poor Reds Brown Cow

A nostalgic chocolate milkshake with fizzy soda, perfect for warm weather gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup chocolate syrup
  • 1 cup vanilla ice cream
  • 1 cup club soda or root beer
  • Whipped cream for topping optional
  • Chocolate shavings for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Two tall glasses
  • Ice cream scoop
  • Stirring spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Straw (optional)

Method
 

  1. Start by selecting two tall glasses to showcase your drink.
  2. Drizzle about a tablespoon of chocolate syrup inside each glass, coating the sides.
  3. Measure and pour one cup of whole milk into each glass over the chocolate syrup.
  4. Using an ice cream scoop, add a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream to each glass.
  5. Slowly pour half a cup of club soda or root beer over the ice cream.
  6. Using a spoon, stir the mixture gently to combine the ingredients without losing too much fizz.
  7. If desired, top each drink with whipped cream.
  8. Sprinkle chocolate shavings on top for garnish. Serve immediately.

Notes

This drink can be customized with different ice cream flavors or syrups.