Dark Cherry Vanilla Canna-Cream Soda Floats
Recipe Info
Yield: 2 Servings
Prep time: 10 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Service Temperature: 30°F to 32°F
Terpene Pairing
Pinene: The sharp, refreshing scent of pinene cuts through the heavy sweetness of the dark cherry and vanilla cream, providing a focused contrast to the rich dessert profile.
Dosage Information
This recipe utilizes 10mg of cannabis-infused vegetable glycerin tincture per serving, added directly to the soda base before the addition of ice cream. Total dosage per recipe is 20mg.
Ingredients List
2 cups chilled artisanal cream soda
1/2 cup dark cherry reduction (made from fresh pitted Bing cherries)
2 large scoops premium Madagascar vanilla bean ice cream
20mg cannabis-infused vegetable glycerin tincture
1/2 cup fresh dark cherries, pitted and halved
Whacked cream (optional)
2 maraschino cherries for garnish
Decarboxylation Instructions
Preheat oven to 240°F. Spread plant material evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Heat for 40 minutes. This step is necessary to activate cannabinoids before they are infused into the vegetable glycerin base.
Infusion Instructions
Combine decarboxylated material with food-grade vegetable glycerin in a jar. Place the jar in a water bath maintained at 160°F for 4 to 6 hours. Shake occasionally. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve and store in a cool, dark place.
Preparation Instructions
Chill two tall soda fountain glasses in the freezer for at least 15 minutes prior to assembly.
In each chilled glass, add 1/4 cup of the dark cherry reduction and half of the fresh pitted cherry halves.
Distribute the cannabis-infused tincture evenly between the two glasses.
Slowly pour 1 cup of chilled cream soda into each glass, stirring very gently to incorporate the tincture and cherry reduction without losing carbonation.
Carefully place one large scoop of vanilla bean ice cream into each glass. The soda will foam up slightly to create the classic float head.
Top with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry if desired. Serve immediately with a long spoon and a straw.
Chef Tips
To make the dark cherry reduction, simmer 1 cup of pitted cherries with a tablespoon of water and a teaspoon of lemon juice over medium heat until thickened, then strain and cool. Using a vegetable glycerin-based tincture is preferred for cold beverages as it blends more seamlessly with soda than oil-based infusions.
Consume Responsibly
Start Low, Go Slow