Scuppernong Float

One thing I love about shopping at local farmers markets is that you get to discover local foods, that may be new to you. It was in North Carolina that I first had muscadine grapes, these grapes are native to the area and grow really well. They can be eaten, made into a juice, a wine or jellies. I confess to eat they are a tad sweet for my liking and they have tough skins. So a juice is a good way to go.

 The grapes grow well in the south, there are a few varieties one being the Scuppernong  found growing wild in northeastern North Caroline in 1810 by Dr. Calvin Jones Float. They are rich in antioxidants and are truly a taste of the American South. 

I figured why not make a float with the juice. It worked well -)

Ingredients:

• scuppernong juice
• a scoop of vanilla ice cream 
• tonic water to give it some fizz

Method:

1. combine all of the above and enjoy 

Have you tried Muscadine grapes?

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