Boozy Butterscotch Milkshake Cocktail
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Today’s Creamy Butterscotch Martini is a creamy butterscotch milkshake cocktail that blends ice cream, schnapps, and Kahlúa into a nostalgic, boozy dessert. The perfect adult twist on an old-fashioned soda fountain favorite.
Creamy Butterscotch Martini Recipe
Dessert meets happy hour with our lusciously sweet butterscotch milkshake cocktail.
This nostalgic cocktail is a grown-up take on a soda shoppe classic with butterscotch schnapps and Kahlúa blended with vanilla ice cream to make a rich, silky and sweet treat with the perfect balance of caramel, coffee and cream flavors.
Drizzled with butterscotch and topped with a cherry, it looks as decadent as it tastes.
Butterscotch Cocktail Variations:
- Salted Butterscotch Twist: Add a pinch of flaky sea salt before blending to balance the sweetness and deepen the caramel flavor.
- Espresso Boost: Blend in a shot of chilled espresso for a more pronounced coffee kick.
- Bourbon Blend: Replace Kahlúa with bourbon for a smokier, more complex depth that pairs beautifully with butterscotch.
- Caramel Mocha Shake: Use chocolate ice cream instead of vanilla and drizzle with caramel sauce for a mocha-inspired variation.
- Nutty Toffee Shake: Blend in a spoonful of crushed toffee bits or sprinkle them on top for a crunchy contrast.
Butterscotch Milkshake Cocktail FAQs
Can I make this drink ahead of time? Milkshakes are always best blended fresh, but you can pre-measure the alcohol and refrigerate it for quick assembly later and I’ve even seen hacks where people pre-scoop ice cream into muffin tins, but I truly don’t think that would save a lot of time.
What can I use instead of Kahlúa? Try coffee liqueur alternatives like Tia Maria or any favorite flavor of Bailey’s.
Can this be made without alcohol? Yes, swap the schnapps and Kahlúa for butterscotch syrup and cold brew for a delicious mocktail version.
Why is my milkshake too thick or too thin? Adjust by adding a splash of milk if it’s too thick, or a little extra ice cream if it’s too thin.
What kind of blender works best? A high-speed, smoothie-style blender ensures the creamiest consistency, but even a standard household model will work with softened ice cream.
Ingredients for Butterscotch Martinis
- Butterscotch schnapps
- Kahlua liqeur
- Vanilla ice cream
- Butterscotch ice cream topping, optional
- Maraschino cherry, optional garnish
Tip: A rich, custard-style vanilla ice cream gives the cocktail more body and balances the sweetness of the butterscotch.
KITCHEN TOOLS YOU WILL FIND HELPFUL:
How to Make Butterscotch Martinis
Place all of the cocktail ingredients in a blender and puree until you reach your desired consistency.
Drizzle some butterscotch ice cream topping inside of the glass before pouring the milkshake into it.
Drizzle the top of the cocktail with even more butterscotch before garnishing with a bright red cherry.
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Boozy Butterscotch Milkshake Cocktail
This nostalgic cocktail is a grown-up take on a soda shoppe classic with butterscotch schnapps and Kahlúa blended with vanilla ice cream to make a rich, silky and sweet treat with the perfect balance of caramel, coffee and cream flavors. Pure decadence in a glass.
Ingredients
- 2 oz butterscotch schnapps
- 1 oz Kahlua liqeur
- 2 scoops vanilla ice cream
- Butterscotch ice cream topping, optional
- Maraschino cherry, optional garnish
Instructions
- Place all of the cocktail ingredients in a blender and puree until you reach your desired consistency.
- Drizzle some butterscotch ice cream topping inside of the glass before pouring the milkshake into it.
- Drizzle the top of the cocktail with even more butterscotch before garnishing with a bright red cherry.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 988Total Fat: 32gSaturated Fat: 20gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 128mgSodium: 451mgCarbohydrates: 154gFiber: 5gSugar: 142gProtein: 10g
Sugar, Spice and Glitter uses an auto-generate nutrition calculator. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate unless analyzed in a scientific lab, so these should be considered more of a guideline than medical information.
I hope you love this easy butterscotch cocktail recipe as much as my friends and I did!
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