Frozen Berry Milkshake for Grown-Ups
Looking for a Summer treat that’s sweet, creamy, and just a little bit boozy? This berry vanilla milkshake made with our homemade Chambord liqueur is exactly what you need. It’s bursting with juicy frozen berries, rich vanilla ice cream, a generous pour of milk, and a splash of our homemade berry liqueur — all blended until smooth and silky. Think of it as your favorite childhood shake… with a grown-up twist! Yes, this is the ultimate adult milkshake for Summer.
Curious how to turn simple berries and ice cream into a celebration in a glass?
This dreamy boozy milkshake is one of my favorite ways to use our homemade Chambord — it’s such a versatile liqueur!
You’ll also love it in light, refreshing drinks like our Berry Wine Spritzer or poured over a decadent Chocolate Cake. Browse all our berry dessert recipes in our dessert category or just below in the recommendation section — and get inspired for your next Summer treat!
🥘 Ingredients
- A handful of frozen mixed berries
- A few generous scoops of vanilla ice cream (If you have time, make your vanilla ice cream using our delicious recipe!)
- A splash of raspberry liqueur or homemade Chambord (or a store-bought one)
- Enough milk to blend it smooth and creamy — adjust to your desired thickness
For garnish (optional but highly recommended)
- Whipped cream for topping
- A pinch of pink edible glitter
- One red currant and one black currant (to perch sweetly on top)
- A fun drinking straw — because every adult milkshake deserves a little flair!
See the recipe card for quantities.
🔪 Instructions
Step 1
Let the frozen berries thaw a little so your blender doesn’t struggle. If you’re in a hurry, microwave them for about 30 seconds to soften them slightly.
Step 2
Add the berries, vanilla ice cream, homemade Chambord, and milk to your blender. Blend until smooth and creamy — you can adjust the milk to get your preferred thickness.
Step 3
Pour into a hurricane glass and top with whipped cream. For the finishing touch, sprinkle with pink edible glitter and gently place a red and black currant on top.
Add a drinking straw and serve immediately!
🥳 Batch version – Serves 4–6
Ingredients
- 4 cups (600 g) frozen mixed berries
- 8–12 scoops vanilla ice cream
- 180–270 ml (6–9 oz) homemade Chambord
- 480–720 ml (2–3 cups) whole milk
Instructions
Let the berries thaw slightly or microwave for about 1 minute. Blend all ingredients in batches until creamy and smooth. Pour into small milkshake glasses or jars, top with whipped cream, a pinch of pink edible glitter, and garnish each with one red and one black currant. Pop in a straw and serve right away!
🍹 Serving Tip
Pour your berry milkshake into a hurricane glass for a showstopping presentation. Top with a swirl of whipped cream, a dusting of pink edible glitter, and gently place a red currant and a black currant on top. Don’t forget a cute straw — this adult milkshake is as fun to sip as it is to serve!
🍽 Equipment
- Blender (a regular one is perfect)
- Hurricane glass (or any tall glass you love)
- Ice cream scoop
- Drinking straw (bonus points if it’s cute and reusable — great for the environment and extra fun to sip from!)
- Small microwave-safe bowl (to soften the berries quickly)
- Whipped cream, pink glitter, and berries for garnish
💭 Top tips & Variations
Want to customize your boozy milkshake or make it even more magical? Try these ideas:
- No alcohol? Swap the Chambord with berry syrup or raspberry purée.
- Make it thicker: Use less milk or add another scoop of ice cream.
- Berry boost: Add a spoonful of berry jam or a few extra berries for more punch.
- Switch it up: Try strawberry or blackcurrant ice cream instead of vanilla.
- Dramatic presentation: Drizzle berry syrup inside the glass before pouring for a gorgeous effect.
- Fun garnishes: Add a mint sprig, berry skewer, or sugar rim if you’re feeling fancy!
🙋🏻 FAQ
Totally! While I love using our homemade Chambord for that extra personal touch, store-bought works just as well and gives you the same lovely berry-vanilla flavor.
Yes! Just swap the Chambord for a splash of berry syrup, raspberry purée, or even a spoonful of berry jam blended right in. Still fruity and fabulous!
This milkshake is best served fresh, but you can pre-portion the ingredients and freeze them together. Just toss everything in the blender when it’s go-time.
Nope! Any standard blender will do the trick. Just make sure the berries are slightly thawed so things blend smoothly.
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Boozy Berry Milkshake with Homemade Chambord
Equipment
- Blender
- Hurricane glass (or any tall glass you love)
- Drinking straw
- Small microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup Frozen mixed berries
- 2-3 scoops Vanilla ice cream
- 1.5 oz Homemade Chambord or Raspberry liqueur
- ¼–½ cup Milk adjust for thickness
Optional Garnish
- Whipped cream
- Pink edible glitter
- Red & black currants
Instructions
- Let 1 cup Frozen mixed berries thaw slightly or microwave briefly to soften.1 cup Frozen mixed berries
- Add berries, 2-3 scoops Vanilla ice cream, 1.5 oz Homemade Chambord, and ¼–½ cup Milk to a blender.2-3 scoops Vanilla ice cream, 1.5 oz Homemade Chambord, ¼–½ cup Milk
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass, top with Whipped cream, sprinkle with Pink edible glitter, and garnish with Red & black currants.Whipped cream, Pink edible glitter, Red & black currants
- Serve immediately with a straw.
Notes
🎉 Hosting a party?
To serve 4–6, use:4 cups (600 g) frozen mixed berries 8–12 scoops vanilla ice cream 180–270 ml (6–9 oz) homemade Chambord 2–3 cups (480–720 ml) milk Blend in batches and pour into small glasses. Top with whipped cream, glitter, and a currant or two. Don’t forget the straws — they make this boozy milkshake extra festive!
Nutrition
⛑️ Food Safety
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don’t leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
For further information, check Safe Food Handling – FDA.
The perfect boozy sweet treat! I will be making these often this summer!