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Boozy S’mores Milkshake

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Boozy S'mores Milkshake

It’s currently about 100% humidity here which means life is really hard and HOT! Where’s the blender at? I’ve turned your favorite campfire treat into a delicious Boozy S’mores Milkshake.

I went camping every weekend as a kid with my family growing up. So campfires and s’mores have a special place in my heart. Although now that I’m an adult, I can definitely say I am not a camping kind of girl. Give me the beach or the desert or give me death! I guess I like sand. The weather feels like I’m living inside of a campfire though, so why not take a warm and gooey treat and turn it into something cold, sweet, and refreshing? Not entirely sure why I have never thought of such a brilliant idea before, but the results are heavenly and decadent.

Boozy S'mores Milkshake

Boozy S’mores Milkshake, serves 1-2

1 1/2 cups chocolate ice cream

1/2 cup vanilla ice cream

1 graham cracker sheet plus crushed graham crackers for rimming

2 toasted marshmallows plus more for garnish

1/2 cup whole milk

1 1/2 oz. Kerrygold Irish Cream

2 tbsp. chocolate syrup plus more for garnish

whipped cream for garnish (optional)

Boozy S'mores Milkshake

Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Rim your glass by dipping into honey and then into crushed graham crackers. Pour milkshake into the graham cracker rimmed glass and top with whipped cream, toasted marshmallows, and chocolate syrup. If the consistency of your milkshake is too thin, you can add more ice cream or a little ice to compensate.

Boozy S'mores Milkshake

Boozy S'mores Milkshake

Boozy S'mores Milkshake

Boozy S'mores Milkshake

I toasted my marshmallows with a kitchen torch but by all means, if you have a campfire, have at it! This Boozy S’more Milkshake is probably my new favorite dessert drink of the Summer. I have such a sweet tooth, or perhaps, every one of my teeth is a sweet tooth. I’ve totally cut back on sweets as I have gotten older but I make an exception every once in a while. The Kerrygold Irish Cream adds just the right amount of flavor and booziness but if you wanted to make this drink a little boozier — adding bourbon would be so delicious too! Soaking up the remainder of Summer even if it’s sticky and warm. Hopefully, this Boozy S’mores Milkshake will cool you down! xo

Boozy S'mores Milkshake

Boozy Hot Chocolate

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The history of hot chocolate dates back to Aztecs and Mayans, but it was the Spanish who first experimented with adding sugar and milk, in addition to a host of modifiers, including cinnamon, orange peel, and even ambergris, to spice it up. Spirited variations on the hot chocolate can take many forms. My favorite things to mix in Boozy Hot Chocolate is whiskey, rum, tequila, cream liqueur, vanilla liqueur, creme de cacao, coffee liqueur, or even sherry.

I created this Boozy Hot Chocolate variation with Kerrygold Irish Cream Liqueur to promote their Holiday Contest where those who enter the contest will be up for a chance to win a trip to NYC for St. Patrick’s Day complete with a cash prize and tickets to an exclusive, VIP event with Kerrygold Irish Cream Liqueur. Contestant’s cocktails will be judged, based on visual aspects, creativity, and overall execution. This contest will run from mid-November through the end of December, with the winner being announced in January. For more details on the contest and to enter, visit: www.kerrygoldirishcream.com/NYC. Rules and restrictions apply. US entrants only. Must be 21 years or older to enter.

Boozy Hot Chocolate, serves 1

1 oz. Kerrygold Irish Cream Liqueur

1 oz. Irish Whiskey

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

1 to 2 tablespoons of sugar

pinch of salt

1 cup of milk

1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Whisk together the cocoa, sugar, salt, and about 2 tablespoons milk in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir until all ingredients have dissolved and then whisk in the remainder of the milk. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until hot. Add the vanilla extract and whisk until completely incorporated.

Once the hot chocolate is prepared you can build your drink. Add the Kerrygold Irish Cream Liqueur and whiskey to your desired serving vessel. Pour the hot chocolate on top, stir, and garnish with marshmallows or whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa powder.

This recipe multiplies very easily in case you want to make a larger batch.  Add the hot chocolate and your spirits to an enamel pot or pitcher so that it stays warm for serving. This Boozy Hot Chocolate is a breeze to make and is sure to keep you nice and toasty on a cold day. I hope you try this one at home or come up with your own recipe. If you do don’t forget to enter the contest. I’d love to see you in NYC for St. Patrick’s Day. Happy sipping and good luck! xo