Instructions

• Step 1: Pour the syrup into the glass.
• TIP: Vanilla or chocolate syrup are often used, but fruit and nut flavors also work well.
• Step 2: Add the carbonated water until the glass is about three-quarters full.
• Step 3: Stir the syrup into the water.
• Step 4: Add one or two scoops of ice cream.
• Step 5: Alternate sips of sweet soda with bites of ice cream. Yum!
• FACT: In Australia, ice cream sodas are called "spiders."

You Will Need

• A tall glass
• 3 tbsp. flavored syrup
• Carbonated water
• A long spoon
• Ice cream
• A spoon or straw