Instructions
- Place ice cream scoops in a tall glass.
- Slowly pour ginger ale over ice cream.
- Allow foam to settle then add more ginger ale.
- Stir gently if desired.
- Serve immediately with spoon and straw.
📜 History
The Boston Cooler is a Detroit, Michigan specialty despite its misleading name. Created in the early 20th century, this float combines Vernors ginger ale with vanilla ice cream. The name likely references Boston Boulevard in Detroit, where Vernors was widely distributed. Fred Sanders, the Detroit confectioner, is often credited with popularizing the combination. The Boston Cooler remains a beloved local tradition in the Detroit metropolitan area.
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