Classic Bushwacker
The Bushwacker is a frozen, chocolatey cocktail that’s a favorite along the Gulf Coast. Made with a rich blend of creme of coconut, coffee liqueur, dark rum, and vanilla ice cream, this boozy milkshake is dangerously delicious. Top it with whipped cream and a cherry for the ultimate treat.
Servings: 4
Calories: 593kcal
Ingredients
- 4 ounces creme of coconut
- 2 ouces Kahlua
- 2 ounces Irish cream liqueur
- 2 ounces creme de cacao
- 2 ounces dark rum
- 1 ounce chocolate sauce or syrup
- 4 cups vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream for garnish (optional)
- Freshly grated nutmeg for garnish
- Maraschino cherry for garnish
Instructions
- Place 3 cups of ice in a blender. Add the creme of coconut, Kahlua, Irish creme, creme de cacao, rum, and chocolate sauce. Cover and process until the ice is finely chopped.
- Add the ice cream and process until smooth.
- Pour into glasses and garnish as desired.
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Notes
Recipe reprinted with permission from Cocktails, Southern Style by Belinda Smith-Sullivan, Gibbs Smith March 2025.
Nutrition information is an approximation and will vary depending on the brands used and exact measurements. The calculation for this recipe does not include the whipped topping.
Nutrition
Calories: 593kcal | Carbohydrates: 73g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 126mg | Potassium: 279mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 64g | Vitamin A: 556IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 170mg | Iron: 0.3mg
