Baileys Strawberry Shake Cocktail
A pink, fruity cocktail that blends Baileys with fresh strawberries and vanilla into a drink that tastes like a boozy strawberry milkshake. A spring and summer favorite across the country.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Baileys Irish Cream (Strawberries and Cream variety or original)
- 1 oz Vanilla vodka
- 4 pieces Fresh strawberries (hulled)
- 1 scoop Vanilla ice cream
- 0.5 cup Ice
- strawberry on rim (garnish) garnish
- whipped cream (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Pair with vanilla cheesecake or strawberry shortcake to echo the dessert-like qualities of this creamy, fruity cocktail. The rich dairy flavors will harmonize beautifully with Baileys while the fresh strawberry elements create a cohesive dessert experience.
Instructions
Hull and halve the fresh strawberries
Combine Baileys, vanilla vodka, strawberries, vanilla ice cream, and ice in a blender
Blend until completely smooth, about 20 seconds
Pour into a highball glass
Top with whipped cream and place a fresh strawberry on the rim
Tips
Freeze the strawberries the night before for an even thicker, frostier shake Baileys Strawberries and Cream flavor variety amplifies the strawberry notes, but original Baileys works perfectly fine Add a tablespoon of strawberry jam for a more intense berry flavor and richer pink color