The Inside Scoop Cocktail

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Colleen Graham
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Colleen Graham
Freelance writer and cocktail book author Colleen Graham is a seasoned mixologist who loves sharing her knowledge of spirits and passion for preparing drinks.
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Updated on 04/29/21
Jagermeister's The Inside Scoop Root Beer Float Cocktail

Jägermeister

Prep: 3 mins
Cook: 0 mins
Total: 3 mins
Serving: 1 serving
Yield: 1 cocktail

Have you thought about adding Jägermeister to your root beer float? Erin Sullivan of The Third Man in New York City did and the resulting cocktail is almost too much fun.

The inside scoop is not as simple as adding a shot of Jäger to the classic childhood drink (though that isn't a bad idea). No, this recipe is a little more complicated than that and definitely puts a mature spin on the float you're used to.

This recipe begins with a misting of Yellow Chartreuse in a tumbler, then builds the liqueur, root beer, and ice cream in normal float fashion. It is topped off with root beer bitters and an expression of orange oil. The first and last steps are modest but essential. They offer an extra dimension of flavor and are easy enough to do. One taste of this delicious and complex iced cream cocktail and you'll realize that the little bit of extra effort was worth it!

Ingredients

  • 1 spritz Yellow Chartreuse Liqueur

  • 2 ounces Jâgermeister Liqueur, chilled

  • 4 ounces root beer, chilled

  • 1 scoop vanilla ice cream

  • 3 dashes root beer bitters

  • Orange peel, for garnish

Steps to Make It

  1. Gather the ingredients.

  2. Spritz an old-fashioned glass with Chartreuse.

  3. Add chilled Jägermeister and root beer.

  4. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.

  5. Dash the ice cream with root beer bitters.

  6. Express an orange peel over top of the drink and discard.

  7. Serve and enjoy.

Tips

  • To spritz the Chartreuse, you will need to pour the liqueur into a small spritzer or mister bottle. Make sure it hasn't been previously used for any non-food related items and that it's clean so as not to taint the spirit's flavor.
  • You can skip the spritzer but get the same effect. Simply pour a splash of the liqueur into the glass and swirl it around until the interior is coated. Dump out the excess. This method intensifies the Chartreuse flavor a bit, but that's not a bad thing.
  • For the bitters, there are a number of recipes online for homemade root beer bitters that you might want to try. One of the best commercial options is the Sasparilla Dry Bitters from Bad Dog Bar Craft.
  • Explore your root beer options. Many of the best-known brands—Barq's, A&W, etc.—are good for root beer floats, but they're often very sugary. It's not hard to find really impressive root beers produced by small soda companies. These tend to be made with real cane sugar and have a nice balanced and natural flavor that is a better fit for cocktails.
  • If you don't have an orange, add a dash or two of orange bitters instead.

Recipe Variations

How Strong Is the Inside Scoop?

Not every drink made with Jägermeister follows its notorious reputation for being a highly intoxicating liquor. The Inside Scoop is actually quite gentle and has a low alcohol content. On average, it will weigh in at just 8 percent ABV (16 proof), making it perfect for an afternoon treat.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
348 Calories
7g Fat
38g Carbs
2g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 1
Amount per serving
Calories 348
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 4g 22%
Cholesterol 29mg 10%
Sodium 70mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 38g 14%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 35g
Protein 2g
Vitamin C 9mg 43%
Calcium 100mg 8%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 147mg 3%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)