When the sun is out and you are relaxing in the garden, soaking up the rays, there’s nothing better than a cold refreshing treat, like ice cream or a delicious cocktail. But why not have both? There are some amazing ice cream cocktails that are perfect for those hot summer days. Next time you are looking for a delicious boozy treat that you can make at home, try out some of these amazing ice cream cocktail recipes.
Frozen Kappa Colada
When you think of summer cocktails, the Pina Colada is always one that springs to mind. It has that great Caribbean flavour and it’s so sweet and refreshing. But you can improve on the tried and tested recipe if you add some ice cream. This Frozen Kappa Colada recipe uses brandy instead of rum to give it a unique flavour, and some of the ice is swapped out for vanilla ice cream. The result is a delicious, creamy cocktail that still has the familiar taste of a Pina Colada but with a new twist to it. If you’ve never tried ice cream cocktails before, this is definitely a great one to start with.
Frosted Lemonade
The classic frosted lemonade recipe isn’t actually a cocktail because it doesn’t contain any alcohol. However, you can easily make it with a shot of vodka or rum to make it a delicious summer cocktail. Simply mix some lemon juice and sugar together with some water to create the lemonade and chill. Then, once it’s ready, blend it up with some ice cream and whatever alcohol you decide to use. Experiment with flavoured gins and vodkas to create a whole range of delicious ice cream cocktails. The great thing about this one is that you can make a big batch and give some to the kids before adding alcohol to your own, so the whole family can enjoy it together.
Raspberry Champagne Floats
If you are hosting an elegant summer garden party and you want to serve some ice cream cocktails that will impress your guests, raspberry champagne floats are perfect. You only need a few ingredients, so this is the recipe for you if you want to make a great refreshing ice cream cocktail without all of the hassle. Start by making a simple raspberry syrup with some raspberries and sugar, then let it cool. Then, layer up your drink with some syrup in the bottom, a bit of vanilla ice cream, and then some champagne. Finally, top it off with a few fresh raspberries and a bit more sauce. If you want a cheaper option, you can swap the champagne out for some prosecco or any other kind of sparkling wine.
Ice Cream Martini
If you want to try something classic with a twist for your ice cream cocktails, look no further than the ice cream Martini. Mix up some vodka, white chocolate liqueur, and strawberry liqueur and pour over a few scoops of strawberry ice cream to make this deliciously decadent summer cocktail. You could even try it with chocolate or vanilla ice cream for a different twist.
These ice cream cocktails are all perfect for a beautiful summer’s day, so what are you waiting for?