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A Mint Milkshake with a Kick

March 2, 2016 by Kate Leave a Comment

Shamrock milkshakes

Today I’m sharing an easy recipe for a mint shake with a boozy twist. Creme de menthe is the ingredient of choice, and this minty liqueur also gives the milkshake its signature hue. Since mint and pink are two of this season’s “it” colors, you can play up the pastel palette when you serve this drink with a kick. Read on for the super-simple recipe and more fun photos…

Mint and sprinkles

Ingredients:

  • 1 pint of vanilla ice cream
  • 4 tbsp creme de menthe (green rather than clear)
  • 2 tbsp vodka
  • milk or half and half to add a creamy texture (I used 1/4 cup half and half)

Garnish with mint

Add the vanilla ice cream, Creme de Menthe and vodka to your blender and mix away! If you love a thick milkshake, skip the milk. If you want to add a creamy texture and make this milkshake picture-perfect for 2 people, add milk or half and half (up to 1/4 cup is a good amount, but it’s all about personal preference). Keep in mind that half and half is creamier than milk, so you can get away with adding more to stretch your drink.

Licorice sprinkles

Let’s talk about garnishes. Obviously, a sprig of mint gets the job done. But so do fun sprinkles! In fact, they add a Memphis-Milano quality to this shake, don’t you think? But if we’re really being honest, it’s hard to beat chocolate sprinkles. There’s just something about the crunchy chocolate bits and that cool mint!

Minty milkshake with a pink straw

The vodka is optional, and if you decide to leave it out, you may want to add a tad more creme de menthe. Top it all off with a patterned straw, and you’re set…

Mint garnish

While I had fun using a pink carnation to style this shoot, I wouldn’t recommend putting it in the shake. This beverage is perfect for the pastel palette of spring (and the Easter season).

Pink carnation

But you can also serve it up for St. Patrick’s Day and call it a shamrock shake!

Minty milkshakes

Hope your Wednesday is a delicious one…   XOXO, Kate

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