Why you’ll love this creamsicle cocktail
The creamsicle cocktail is inspired by the orange cream popsicle, a classic treat that dates back to the 1920s, and when something is so well loved, it’s only natural that cocktail versions pop up. One of the first cocktail variations of a creamsicle cocktail is in The Savoy Cocktail book from the 1930s, but Harry’s version uses orange liqueur and sweet cream.
I’ve changed things up a bit to use the incredible winter citrus we’ve been enjoying lately, and I opted for coconut milk to keep it dairy free. The resulting cocktail was a tangy, creamy treat that’s packed with nostalgic flavors.
More vanilla vodka recipes: pineapple upside down cake cocktail / boozy shamrock shake / key lime pie shot / cotton candy martini
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Vanilla vodka – If you don’t have vanilla vodka, whipped cream vodka will work, or you can add a few drops of vanilla extract to your cocktail shaker to make up for that vanilla flavor.
- Orange juice – Please only use fresh squeezed citrus for this. The drink would be fine with bottled, but there is something so delicate and perfect about fresh squeezed that can’t be beat.
- Coconut milk – You want the full-fat canned coconut milk, not the thinned out stuff from the fridge section. If you don’t have this, you can swap half-and-half or heavy cream.
- Simple syrup – Store bought or homemade simple syrup will work here. You can also use agave, but it will change the flavor a bit.
Making changes to a recipe can result in recipe failure. Any substitutions listed below are simple changes that I believe will work in this recipe, but results are not guaranteed.
Mel’s cocktail tips & tricks
- Fresh squeezed is always best. I recommend juicing your citrus when you’re making your cocktail, but if you need to prep, do it as close to when you’re serving as possible.
- Always chill your cocktail glasses. If you have room in your fridge or freezer, pop them in ahead of time. If not, chill them with ice while you make your drinks!
More orange juice cocktails: blood orange mezcalita / orange crush cocktail / cranberry orange whiskey sour / harvey wallbanger
More coconut cocktails: piña verde / miami vice cocktail
Ingredients
- 2 ounces vanilla vodka
- 3 ounces fresh squeezed orange juice
- 3/4 ounce full-fat canned coconut milk
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup
Instructions
- Mix your cocktail. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the vodka, orange juice, coconut milk and simple syrup. Cover and shake until cold.
- Garnish and serve. Strain into a cocktail glass filled with crushed ice and garnish with an orange slice.
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