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    Home » Recipes » Cocktails and Drinks

    Soak In Summertime Fun with This Boozy Milkshake Recipe

    Published: Jun 14, 2023 by Nora · This post may contain affiliate links · 14 Comments

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    Delicious white Cointreau (orange liqueur) milkshake for adults on mirror glass coaster and dark blue wooden base.
    Delicious white Cointreau (orange liqueur) milkshake for adults on mirror glass coaster and dark blue wooden base.
    Delicious white Cointreau (orange liqueur) milkshake for adults on mirror glass coaster and dark blue wooden base.
    Delicious white Cointreau (orange liqueur) milkshake for adults on mirror glass coaster and dark blue wooden base.

    This recipe is super quick and simple, and even though it tastes great all year long, there's something so perfect about enjoying it during the warmer months! This gorgeous white milkshake is the perfect addition to the dog days of summer! 

    Delicious white Cointreau (orange liqueur) milkshake for adults on mirror glass coaster and dark blue wooden base.

    There's a lot of times when being an adult just isn't that fun. You've got bills to pay, errands to run, and a seemingly never-ending list of responsibilities that need to be juggled.

    For me, there's certain recipes that help transport me back in time to simpler days of playing outside with my friends or sitting by the pool under the warm summer sun.

    This delicious milkshake recipe brings me back to those carefree days at first sip – but the wonderful boozy kick also reminds me that being an adult isn't all that bad, either! 

    Jump to:
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🔪 How To Make a Boozy Milkshake From Scratch
    • 🍸 Substitutions
    • 🍨 Variations
    • 🍽 Equipment
    • 🌡 Storage & Top Tips
    • 🙋🏻 FAQ
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 🤎 You might also like
    • ⛑️ Food Safety
    • 💬 Comments

    🥘 Ingredients

    Three ingredients are required to make this delicious boozy Cointreau milkshake.
    • Whole Milk
    • Vanilla Ice Cream - Homemade or Store-Bought
    • Cointreau
    • Flavored Whipped Cream for Garnish

    See the recipe card for quantities.

    🔪 How To Make a Boozy Milkshake From Scratch

    To start, add your milk, ice cream, and Cointreau to a blender and blend everything together until frothy. Pour the mixture into a serving glass and garnish with whipped cream.

    Personally, I recommend my Orange Flavored Whipped Cream, which is a great compliment to the Cointreau you'll find in this milkshake recipe!

    Delicious white Cointreau (orange liqueur) milkshake for adults on mirror glass coaster and dark blue wooden base.

    This particular recipe reminds me a little bit of an Orange Julius! If you're not a fan of the orange and vanilla combination, check out the variations section for more fun adult milkshake ideas!  

    Once assembled and topped with whipped cream, all there's left to do is grab a straw and enjoy this fun twist on a classic drink! 

    🍸 Substitutions

    If you don't want to depart from the original recipe too much but don't have any Cointreau on hand, it can be substituted with Apricot Brandy.

    🍨 Variations

    For those of you who weren't a fan of Orange Julius growing up, there's still lots of boozy, adult milkshake options out there for you! If you've got something of a sweet tooth, how about swapping out the Cointreau for some vanilla vodka? It's the perfect compliment to my vodka-flavored whipped cream! It's also great with Irish cream! 

    If you're someone who prefers chocolate ice cream, you could try subbing that in with cream vodka. For the full "death by chocolate" effect, why not top it with some chocolate syrup and my divine chocolate-flavored whipped cream? 

    If you're more into strawberry milkshakes, I have a great recipe for one of those too! You could use strawberry ice cream or my strawberry simple syrup to give it that beautiful flavoring. All that's left to do is add in a splash of a fun, adult beverage! The strawberry flavored whipped cream is optional, but don't skip out on the fresh berry garnish! 

    There's lots of alcoholic milkshake variations out there, but there's are just a few of my favorites! If none of these are piquing your interest, try experimenting with your favorite ice cream placers and a complimentary alcoholic beverage! 

    🍽 Equipment

    • Measuring Tools
    • Blender
    • Milkshake Glass
    Delicious white Cointreau (orange liqueur) milkshake for adults on mirror glass coaster and dark blue wooden base.

    🌡 Storage & Top Tips

    This recipe makes the perfect serving size for one, and because of the combination of vanilla and Cointreau, I recommend enjoying this right away. Unless you're planning to freeze it into popsicle molds, I don't recommend storing leftovers in the fridge. 

    This spiked milkshake is only sweetened by vanilla ice cream, and the intense orange flavor of Cointreau prevails. Perfectly refreshing for hot summer days, but beware, the alcohol is hidden but is a rip-snorter!

    🙋🏻 FAQ

    Did milkshakes used to be alcoholic?

    When milkshakes were first invented roughly 150 years ago, they were actually an alcoholic whisky drink that more closely resembled the traditional egg nog. Today, though, they're most commonly made with milk, ice cream, and syrups for flavoring. 
    If you want to make an adult milkshake that pays homage to the original recipe, you could try subbing Irish Whiskey or even an Irish Cream Liqueur into this recipe instead of the Cointreau, and topping with Irish cream! 

    What makes a drink a milkshake?

    A milkshake is made from milk, ice cream (and usually some syrup for flavoring), being blended together. 

    How to make a thick shake without ice cream?

    If you don't want to use ice cream in your milkshake, you could use just ice and a little extra milk in your recipe, but unless you're lactose intolerant, I wouldn't recommend it. Besides, there's plenty of dairy-free ice cream options on the market today! If you're out of ice cream and don't feel like heading out to the store for replenishments, it's worth a shot, but otherwise, I wouldn't recommend this substitution. 

    If you make this recipe, let me know how you liked it by ★★★★★ star rating it and leaving a comment below. This would be awesome! You can also sign up for our Newsletter or follow me on Pinterest or Instagram and share your creation with me. Just tag me @combinegoodflavors and hashtag #combinegoodflavors, so I don't miss it.

    📖 Recipe

    Delicious white Cointreau (orange liqueur) milkshake for adults on mirror glass coaster and dark blue wooden base.

    Boozy Cointreau Milkshake

    Nora
    Upgrade your milkshake game with this alcoholic twist! Learn how to make a tasty and refreshing Cointreau milkshake that will be the highlight of your summer.
    4.98 from 37 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Cocktails, Dessert, Drinks
    Cuisine European
    Servings 1 Serving
    Calories 345 kcal

    Equipment

    • Measuring Tools
    • Blender
    • Serving Glass

    Ingredients
     
     

    • ½ cups Whole Milk
    • 1 scoop Vanilla ice cream
    • 1 shot Cointreau
    • Flavored whipped cream for garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Add ½ cups Whole Milk, 1 scoop Vanilla ice cream, and 1 shot Cointreau to a blender and blend until frothy.
      ½ cups Whole Milk, 1 scoop Vanilla ice cream, 1 shot Cointreau
    • Pour into a serving glass and garnish with Flavored whipped cream.
      Flavored whipped cream
    • Serve with a straw.
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    Keyword alcoholic, boozy milkshake, cocktail with cointreau, Cointreau, Milkshake
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    Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
    Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 345kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 103mg | Potassium: 328mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin A: 476IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 235mg | Iron: 0.1mg
    Enjoy creating delicious food all year round! Truffles, eggnog, chocolates, Christmas cookies, cakes, boozy drinks, and divine Austrian delicacies!

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    ⛑️ 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.

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    1. Stephanie

      June 15, 2023 at 4:41 am

      5 stars
      Oh la la! Another great adult drink recipe from this site! This boozy milkshake was just perfect for our patio gathering last night. The orange flavored whipped cream was delish atop this drink.

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      • Nora

        June 21, 2023 at 8:55 am

        That's wonderful to hear, Stephanie! I am so happy you liked it!

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    2. Andréa Janssen

      June 15, 2023 at 6:48 am

      5 stars
      I love my homemade milkshakes, but now I've got a new favorite. This boozy milkshake came near to perfection. It was a great summer dessert!

      Reply
      • Nora

        June 21, 2023 at 8:54 am

        That is wonderful, Andrèa! I am so glad you liked it!

        Reply
    3. Nicole NK

      June 15, 2023 at 7:58 am

      5 stars
      Is milkshake is so delicious, I have been making it every day!

      Reply
      • Nora

        June 21, 2023 at 8:53 am

        That is wonderful to hear, Nicole!

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    4. Nancy

      June 16, 2023 at 10:51 am

      5 stars
      This milkshake had the perfect balance between booze vs milk. Really nice night cap

      Reply
      • Nora

        June 21, 2023 at 8:52 am

        Thank you, Nancy! So happy you liked it!

        Reply
    5. Helen

      June 16, 2023 at 2:29 pm

      5 stars
      The one thing wrong with this drink is that it drinks too easy! OMG So Good!! Betcha can't drink just one!

      Reply
      • Nora

        June 21, 2023 at 8:52 am

        Thank you, Helen! Yeah, it's really addictive. 😀

        Reply
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