National Black Cow Day

National Black Cow Day is celebrated each year on 10th June to commemorate Root Beer Float, which is a simple ice cream floating beverage.

National Black Cow Day is celebrated every year on June 10th, the perfect time to celebrate a refreshing and cold drink as temperatures start to warm. Many people also know black cow by the name of humble root beer or ice cream soda. Some people even replace vanilla ice cream with chocolate ice cream, making it "brown cow".

Why National Black Cow Day?

Cream soda or simply called root beer float is a true black cow's drink, it's made with a simple combination of vanilla ice cream and grated root. It is one of the most refreshing drinks in summer and hot, and it is loved by people of all ages. The black bull was introduced back in 1893, and it has been continuously developed over these years, resulting in different variations and combinations. Some of these combinations are made with ice cream flavored with base beer, bourbon, and frozen custard.

In the 1840s, people loved cold soda drinks at that time of year because of the scorching heat and nothing could be better than a cold beer soda to refresh your mind and body. Frank J. Wisner, owner and proprietor of Cripple Creek Cow Mountain Gold Mining Company is the principal founder of this interesting and unique floating root beer.

One fine day in 1893, Wisner was sitting by the window and enjoying the view outside the window, and while watching the full moon, he was wondering about the fresh water produced and served to the people of Cripple Creek. Suddenly, his attention turned to the snow-covered mountain covered by the full moon, and the sight brought an image of a scoop of vanilla ice cream to his mind.

Then he came up with the idea to create a carbonated drink for local kids because the original beer soda was a low-alcohol drink not for kids. He rushed to his personal bar in Cripple Creek and started brewing a root beer soda, and then he grabbed a scoop of vanilla ice cream and placed it on top of the kids' root beer. He pondered and named his new drink Black Cow Mountain, however, gradually the children shortened it to 'Black cow'.

Children love simple but unique drinks and over time, almost everyone including adults starts to love simple but delicious drinks. All food and fast food outlets started serving Black Beef on demand, and it is also one of the best choices to serve in house parties, small gatherings, family dinners, etc. family and friends and lunch. This simple yet delicious drink has brought a huge revolution in soda drinks and made a big impact with different scoops and flavors.

Black bull or floating beer has been developed continuously over time. But the main motto and purpose of this drink is to help relieve and relax from the scorching heat of summer. This day reminds us to enjoy the day with a glass of black beef and remembers the special revolution that this beverage brought about these years.

History of National Black Cow Day

A black cow is a beverage made from root beer and vanilla ice cream, enjoyed by people of all ages.

Frank J. Wisner, from Cripple Creek, Colorado, invented the black bull. He is the owner of the Cripple Creek Cow Mountain Gold Mining Company. One night he was thinking about the line of carbonated soft drinks being made for the citizens of Cripple Creek and that's when he came up with the idea for the original beer float. While looking out the window, he saw the full moon shining over the snow-covered Cow Mountain, which reminded him of a scoop of vanilla ice cream. That encouraged him to add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to Myers Avenue Red Root Beer children's carbonated soft drinks. When he took his first sip of his drink, he knew he was on to something great. He named his creation 'Black Cow Mountain', later referred to as 'black cow' by local children.

Over the years, not only children but even adults have begun to enjoy this simple yet delicious beverage. It is also offered by some fast food outlets. Black beef can be easily served in house parties or lunches and dinners.

On National Black Cow Day, make this easy drink and sip. Anyway, summer is also the best time to enjoy this cool drink to beat the sweltering heat.

Some facts about ice cream soda

• Countless varieties

There are many types of cream sodas such as chocolate cream soda, avocado scones, floating orange, purple cow, and Snow White, among others.

• Called floating cream

It is also known as floating ice cream in the United States, United Kingdom, South Africa, Canada, and parts of Asia.

• Called 'Helado flotante'

The popular drink is known as 'Helado flotante' in Mexico.

• Called 'vaca negra'

In El Salvador, Costa Rica, Columbia, Guatemala, Honduras and Puerto Rico, the drink is known as 'vaca negra', which means 'black cow'.

• Called 'spider'

A rather unusual name, it is affectionately known as 'spider' in Australia and New Zealand.

How to celebrate National Black Cow Day

• Prepare your own black cow

How about quenching your thirst with a black cow? It is so great. All things you have to prepare is a soft drink and a scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream. Spoon into a tall soda, sit back and enjoy while reading a book or watching a movie.

• Order in a black cow

If you don't have the time and ingredients to make a black cow, you can order one from fast food restaurants or even pick one up from your driveway. To make the celebration even more awesome, you can buy one for the person in line behind and spread the love for the black bull.

• Try the black beef recipe

Show out your inner as a master chef and try with the classic black cow recipe. You can change up the soda and ice cream flavors and add your own twist to it.

Why we love National Black Cow Day

• It is so refresh

Think of a hot summer day, relaxing outdoors, soaking up the sun. The only thing missing was some ice cream and a cold drink. What could be better than these two combined, right? That means you get a black cow!

• It's very easy to do

Black Beef is one of the easiest drinks to make with at least two ingredients. Of course, you can add more ingredients according to your taste and preference. National Black Cow Day is the perfect opportunity to create a gift for you and your friends and family.

• It's a popular drink

Black beef is an extremely popular beverage all over the world. And it's safe for kids to use. That's what makes it so special. No one needs to feel left out when they want a black cow.