Ingredients

1/2 pint good-quality vanilla ice cream 

24 ounces sarsaparilla or root beer 

Whipped cream, for garnish 

Preparation

Place 2 scoops of ice cream in each of two tall glasses. Add enough sarsaparilla or root beer to fill each glass. Top with whipped cream. Serve each with a long iced-tea spoon and a straw.