Martha Stewart's Coca-Cola float is just what you need in the soaring summer heat – this crowd-pleaser also uses a surprising ingredient

There are many versions, but this is unrivalled

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There’s nothing quite like a refreshing drink to cool down on a sweltering hot summer’s day – but this season, why not elevate your classic Coca-Cola with a playful twist?

Martha Stewart recently took to Instagram to share her charming take on the nostalgic float. Her version swaps traditional ice cream for a generous spoonful of freshly whipped cream and features Coca-Cola ice cubes to keep the drink perfectly chilled without diluting its flavor.

Finished with an ice-cold bottle of cola, it’s a simple yet sophisticated spin on a timeless summer treat. It's the ideal accompaniment to our favorite summer lunch recipes.

In a recent Instagram post, she begins by pouring Coca-Cola into ice cube trays to freeze.

'This way, you can have really cold Coca-Cola,' she explains in the video– a clever idea that even Coca-Cola itself praised as 'genius' in the comments.

Once frozen, the cola cubes are placed in a tall glass and topped with more chilled soda. Rather than the usual scoop of ice cream, Martha finishes her float with a generous dollop of freshly whipped cream, creating a lighter, more elegant version of the beloved treat.

While some followers suggested adding vanilla ice cream for a more traditional float, others compared it to the popular 'dirty soda' – a sweet, fizzy blend of soda, cream, and flavored syrups that has taken social media by storm.

Whether you’re embracing the retro appeal or enjoying a modern twist, Martha’s take is a delightful reminder of the simple pleasures of summer. As she so perfectly puts it, it’s 'perfect for summertime, bringing back memories of times gone by.'

Vanilla Ice Cream and Cola Float photographed for Food in Washington, DC on July 8, 2024

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