Guinness and ice cream are a match made in heaven in this Guinness milkshake! This boozy milkshake combines good vanilla ice cream, chocolate bitters, a little Irish whiskey, and Guinness. This is the perfect cocktail for when you want a little dessert in your cocktail or are celebrating St. Patrick's Day!
I love a celebratory cocktail for a holiday, and this one is perfect for St. Patrick's Day! This is the perfect drink to serve alongside an Irish espresso martini , green beer, or these mint chocolate brownie cookies!
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Why You Will Love This Recipe:
- Unexpected deliciousness: The combination of Guinness, Irish whiskey, and chocolate bitters may seem out of the ordinary, but it results in a perfect blend of flavors.
- Creamy delight: This milkshake offers a velvety smooth ice creamy texture that satisfies your sweet tooth and your craving for something more adult.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Whether you're celebrating St. Patrick's Day or simply craving a decadent dessert, this Guinness Milkshake is versatile enough to be enjoyed on any occasion.
Key Ingredients
- Guinness Stout: The deep, malty flavor of Guinness adds a rich complexity to the milkshake, setting it apart from traditional shakes.
- Irish Whiskey: Choose a smooth and flavorful Irish whiskey to complement the Guinness and add a subtle kick to the shake.
- Chocolate Bitters: These bitters infuse the milkshake with a hint of chocolatey goodness and help to balance out the richness of the other ingredients.
- Vanilla Ice Cream: The creamy base of the milkshake, providing a luscious texture and a hint of sweetness.
- Chocolate Sauce, shavings or nuts: Optional toppings to garnish your milkshake and add an extra layer of indulgence.
See recipe card for quantities.
How to make this recipe:
Step 1: Add the ice cream to a pint glass or large glass.
Step 2: Top with ½ oz whiskey and two dashes of chocolate bitters.
Step 3: Top with the Guinness.
Step 4: Top with chocolate sauce and chocolate shavings and enjoy!
Expert Tips:
- Use a jigger to measure the whiskey accurately.
- Pour the Guinness in 2 steps. The beer will foam a lot when you first pour it. Pour some, let it settle for a minute, and continue pouring.
- Adjust to Taste: Feel free to adjust the quantities of ice cream and Guinness to suit your personal preferences.
- Experiment with Toppings: Get creative with your milkshake toppings by adding crushed cookies, caramel sauce, or even a drizzle of Irish cream liqueur.
Substitutions:
- Use different flavors of ice creams. I've tried this with chocolate and caramel ice cream, and while the vanilla is my favorite, they were also delicious!
- You can use any beer you like, but Guinness matches the flavors in the ice cream the best!
- If you don't have chocolate bitters, skip and add just a bit of chocolate sauce at this step.
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The Best Whiskey and Guinness Milkshake
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 drink 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: stirred
- Cuisine: Irish
Description
Guinness and ice cream are a match made in heaven in this Guinness milkshake! This boozy milkshake combines good vanilla ice cream, chocolate bitters, a little Irish whiskey, and Guinness.
Ingredients
- 4 scoops of good vanilla ice cream
- ½ oz Irish whiskey
- 2 dashes chocolate bitters
- About 1 bottle of Guinness
Instructions
- Add the ice cream to a pint glass or large glass. If it's hard to scoop, let it soften a bit.
- Top with ½ oz whiskey and 2 dashes of chocolate bitters.
- Top with the Guinness (Pour in two steps; for the 1st pour, pour it halfway up the glass at an angle, then let it settle for a minute, then top off the glass).
- Top with chocolate sauce and chocolate shavings.
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