Manhattan Milkshake

By Thrillist

Published on 1/11/2018 at 12:25 PM

Marisa Chafetz / Supercall

We can drink a Manhattan on pretty much any day of the year, but when a summer heat wave rolls in (or we’re just in the mood for something frozen), there’s only one way to beat the indomitable Manhattan: a Manhattan Milkshake. The milkshake combines our two greatest passions in life, staying true to the original cocktail’s bracing, booze-forward profile while incorporating sweet vanilla ice cream. Made with bourbon, sweet vermouth, ice cream and several hefty dashes of Angostura and orange bitters, and served in a bitters-streaked glass, this isn’t the type of dense shake that sits heavy on your palate. The dessert drink packs a surprising amount of pep, while remaining balanced enough to go down easy. It’s even served with whipped cream and a (maraschino) cherry on top. Just try not to drink it so fast you get brain freeze.

FLAVOR PROFILE
Sweet, Dry
STRENGTH

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 oz Bourbon
  • 1 oz sweet vermouth
  • 3 scoops vanilla ice cream
  • 3 hefty dashes Angostura Bitters, plus extra for coating glass
  • 3 hefty dashes orange bitters, plus extra for coating glass

INSTRUCTIONS

Step one

Dash sides of a Hurricane glass with both types of bitters.

Step two

Add all ingredients to a blender, and blend until smooth.

Step three

Pour into Hurricane glass.

Step four

Top with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.

Contributed by Supercall