Boozy Grand Manhattan Shake

This decadent dessert cocktail is a delightful blend of a classic Manhattan and a creamy milkshake, creating a nostalgic and comforting flavor profile. Inspired by cherished family memories, it combines the richness of vanilla ice cream with the smoothness of whiskey, resulting in a truly indulgent libation that evokes a sense of home no matter where you are. The Boozy Grand Manhattan Shake is a harmonious fusion of cocktail sophistication and dessert indulgence, making it an ideal treat for special occasions or simply to savor life's precious moments.

Boozy Grand Manhattan Shake

A luxurious blend of classic Manhattan and creamy milkshake, the Boozy Grand Manhattan Shake offers a nostalgic and comforting flavor profile, perfect for special occasions or an indulgent treat.

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 oz sweet vermouth
  • 8 ice cubes
  • 1 3/4 cups whole milk or half-and-half
  • 3/4 pint vanilla ice cream
  • 2 oz whiskey (preferably Johnnie Walker Black Label)
  • 1 1/2 tbsp grenadine
  • 1 1/2 tsp Angostura bitters
  • 1 maraschino cherry
  • 1 strip orange zest

Instructions

  1. In a blender, pour sweet vermouth and swirl to coat the sides; discard the remaining liquid.
  2. Add ice cubes, milk, ice cream, whiskey, grenadine, and Angostura bitters to the blender.
  3. Blend the mixture for about 30 seconds until smooth.
  4. Pour the blended cocktail into a tall glass.
  5. Garnish with a maraschino cherry and a strip of orange zest.