Raspberry Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Floats

Method

1. Step 1

   Wash raspberries and place them in a small saucepan, along with 2 tbsp of the sugar, and 1 tbsp of water.

2. Step 2

   Cook raspberries over a low heat, stirring often, until the berries have wilted and broken down and the mixture is quite liquid.

3. Step 3

   Pass raspberry mixture through a sieve, pressing and scraping to get all the raspberry flesh through, but leaving the seeds behind.

4. Step 4

   Carefully taste the raspberry syrup (it may be hot), and add more sugar if desired. Cover mixture and place in the fridge to chill.

5. Step 5

   To serve, place two scoops of ice cream into two tall glasses, and pour raspberry syrup over the top.

6. Step 6

   Pour over the soda water to fill the glasses, and serve topped with a few extra raspberries and a paper straw.