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Celebrate National Black Cow Day on June 10 by treating yourself to a delicious, creamy treat! This special holiday has been around for over one hundred years and was originally created as a way to commemorate the invention of the root beer float. This classic drink is made from mixing root beer with vanilla ice cream, creating a sweet and refreshing beverage. So gather your friends and family, grab some root beer and ice cream, and get ready to celebrate National Black Cow Day in style!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1893</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of Root Beer Float</div><div class='timeline-text'>Frank J. Wisner, owner of Cripple Creek Cow Mountain Gold Mining Company, invented the root beer float, or "Black Cow".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1900s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Soda Fountains</div><div class='timeline-text'>The popularity of the root beer float soared in the Swinging Age's soda fountains across the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spread of Root Beer Floats</div><div class='timeline-text'>Root beer floats began appearing in cookbooks and restaurant menus, becoming a staple dessert across the country.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Modern Soda Shops</div><div class='timeline-text'>The root beer float remains a beloved choice in modern soda shops, thanks to its nostalgic and unique flavor combination.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inclusion in Fast Food Menus</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fast food chains like A&W, Wendy's, and others started featuring the root beer float as a regular menu item, ensuring easy access for fans across the nation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of National Black Cow Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Black Cow Day is established and has been celebrated every June 10 since 2010 to honor the delicious and unique beverage.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a dairy farm</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Head to a local dairy farm and learn more about the cows they raise and the process of making milk. You can even sample some of the delicious products they make with their milk.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a cow-inspired dish</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Think of dishes that use milk, cream, or cheese as an ingredient and get creative! Try making a black cow milkshake with ice cream, chocolate syrup, and milk. Or try making a black cow pizza with mozzarella cheese, bacon, and mushrooms.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a cow movie</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family for a movie night featuring cow movies. Pop some popcorn and get ready to laugh at classic movies like Babe or Chicken Run.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on a cow themed scavenger hunt</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make your own list of things related to cows or find one online and take a fun scavenger hunt around your neighborhood! Include items like finding a picture of a black cow, finding a product made with milk, or finding someone wearing a shirt with a cow on it.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Check out some cow art</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit your local art gallery and check out any exhibits featuring cows or related artwork. Or take it even further and create your own piece of art inspired by cows.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Black cows are unique and beautiful</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>There's something special about black cows - their coats are rich and glossy, and their eyes often have a kind, gentle look to them. And since they are relatively rare, it is a treat to come across one in the field!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>The dairy from black cows is nutritious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Milk from black cows is highly nutritious and can be used in cooking as well as for drinking. Black cow dairy also contains high levels of beneficial fatty acids, which makes it healthier than regular cow's milk.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Black cows are an important part of agriculture</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Black cows play an important role in agriculture by providing farmers with an important source of income. They produce dairy products that are essential for human consumption and materials that are used for various products such as clothing, furniture, and bedding.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Black Cow Day Celebrates a Beverage Named After a Natural Phenomenon</h3><p class='facts-content'>The root beer float - also known as a black cow - was allegedly named by inventor Frank J. Wisner, who was inspired by the snow-capped Cow Mountain that resembled a scoop of vanilla ice cream floating on top of dark root beer.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Recipe of a Black Cow Varies by Region</h3><p class='facts-content'>While traditionally, a Black Cow is a root beer with ice cream, in some parts of the United States (like East Coast states), it's made with cola instead of root beer.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Root Beer Floats Have a Science Behind Their Frothy Goodness</h3><p class='facts-content'>The secret to its frothy goodness lies in chemistry - root beer contains phosphoric acid while ice cream has lactose (milk sugar), creating a foamy eruption when they mix.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Root Beer Floats are a Classic Ice Cream Truck Treat</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite being a soda fountain staple, the root beer float also had a place in history as one of the original ice cream truck treats, mainly during the 1950s to 1960s when ice cream trucks gained popularity.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>A&W Restaurants Created National Root Beer Float Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>While National Black Cow Day celebrates root beer floats every June 10, A&W Restaurants - a famous root beer brand - established another holiday, National Root Beer Float Day, which is celebrated annually on August 6.</p></div></div>
National Black Cow Day is celebrated on June 10th every year. In 2024 National Black Cow Day will occur on a Monday.
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