# Old Fashioned Root Beer Floats Freddy’s Has a New Mug Root Beer Float for Spring 2022 By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2022-04-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mug-root-beer-float References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2022/04/08/freddys-introduces-new-mug-root-beer-float/) & [freddysusa](https://freddysusa.com/lto/mug-root-beer-float/)  [Freddy’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretzel-bacon-bbq-steakburger) Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is injecting a little bit of nostalgia into its menu with the launch of its new Mug Root Beer Float. For those unfamiliar, a [root beer float](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orange-vanilla-cream-soda-freeze) is a dessert-like drink made from a combination of root beer (or other soda) and vanilla ice cream. The ice cream generally floats in the soda due to the carbonation – hence the name. Freddy's new Mug Root Beer Float puts a little twist on this classic combination by pairing the brand’s [freshly churned vanilla custard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-cookie-peppermint-concrete) with Mug Root Beer. The result is a cold, fizzy, and creamy combination that's perfect for the warm days ahead. The new Mug Root Beer is available now through May 31, 2022. Image Credit: Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Nostalgic Beverages:** Opportunity to introduce new twists on classic drinks and flavors. - **Limited Time Offerings:** Opportunity to create exclusivity and generate excitement through time-limited promotions. - **Customizable Beverages:** Opportunity to let customers customize their drinks to their preferences and increase engagement. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fast Food:** Opportunity to differentiate from competitors and increase sales through unique and nostalgic offerings. - **Ice Cream Shops:** Opportunity to expand beverage offerings and attract new customers with nostalgic and customizable drinks. - **Beverage Manufacturing:** Opportunity to collaborate with food chains and create exclusive products to increase brand awareness and sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Frosty Root Beer Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/culvers-root-beer.md) - [Frozen QSR Soda Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-pepper-frost.md) - [Ice Cream-Inspired Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mug-root-beer-floats-vanilla-howler.md) - [Creamy Frozen Root Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-root-beer-with-sweet-cream.md) - [Retro Ice Cream Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-orange-cream-float.md) - [Frozen Hot Cocoa Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-hot-chocolate-shake-made-with-ghirardelli.md) - [Soda-Inspired Ice Cream Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cold-stone-creamery-root-beer-ice-cream.md) - [Custard-Based Pumpkin Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freddys-pumpkin-pie-shake.md) - [Insider Ice Cream Floats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepsi-float.md)