Red, White, and Boozy Shakes
Updated Jun 17, 2025, Published Jul 01, 2023
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Red, White, and Boozy Shakes – A Fun & Festive Frozen Treat for Grown-Ups
Looking for something festive and indulgent to celebrate summer in style? These Red, White, and Boozy Shakes are just the thing. With layers of creamy vanilla ice cream, bold Blue Curaçao, rich white chocolate liqueur, and raspberry sorbet, this shake is as eye-catching as it is delicious. And since it’s made with a boozy twist, it’s strictly for the 21+ crowd—making it perfect for holiday cookouts, backyard parties, or whenever you want to treat your adult guests to something playful and refreshing.
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Whether you’re celebrating the 4th of July, Labor Day, or just toasting to summer vibes, these shakes are the ultimate cool-down dessert drink.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Layered and beautiful: Each shake looks like a firecracker in a glass—bold, vibrant, and fun to serve.
- Simple to make: You only need a blender and a few ingredients to build each colorful layer.
- Perfect for holidays: The red, white, and blue theme makes these ideal for patriotic gatherings.
- Boozy and indulgent: A touch of Mozart White Chocolate Liqueur and Blue Curaçao adds a grown-up twist.
- Customizable: You can easily adapt the flavors or keep them alcohol-free if needed.
What You Will Need
Here’s what goes into making these boozy milkshake masterpieces:
- Vanilla bean ice cream
- Blue Curaçao
- Mozart White Chocolate Liqueur
- Raspberry sorbet
- Red food coloring
- Whipped cream
- Red, white, and blue sprinkles
Tips and Variations
- Freeze between layers: This helps keep the stripes clean and defined—worth the extra time!
- Use clear glasses: Tall milkshake or sundae glasses show off the patriotic colors beautifully.
- Make it alcohol-free: Simply swap the liqueurs for fruit juices or flavored syrups to make a kid-friendly version.
- Add flair: Want to go all-out? Garnish with festive straws, sparklers (for photos!), or candy swizzle sticks.
- Make ahead: You can prepare these in advance and freeze them—just top with whipped cream and sprinkles before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this non-dairy?
Yes! Use your favorite dairy-free ice cream and sorbet, and choose plant-based whipped topping. Just double-check your liqueurs for allergen info.
What can I use instead of Blue Curaçao?
Try a blue raspberry mixer or a splash of blue sports drink to get the same look without the alcohol.
How long will these keep in the freezer?
You can make them ahead and freeze for up to one week. Cover the glasses tightly with plastic wrap to avoid freezer burn.
Do I need a blender?
A blender makes this super quick and smooth, but you could stir softened ice cream and liqueurs by hand if needed.
Cheers!
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Red, White, and Boozy Shakes
Ingredients
- 6 scoops vanilla bean ice cream, , divided
- 1- ounce Blue Curaçao
- 3 ounces Mozart White Chocolate Liqueur, , divided
- 3 scoops raspberry sorbet
- Red food coloring
- Whipped Cream
- Red, , white, and blue sprinkles
Instructions
- Combine 3 scoops of ice cream with the Blue Curaçao in a blender and blend until smooth. Divide equally among two tall milkshake glasses. Freeze for 30 minutes or until firm.
- Combine the remaining ice cream with 2 ounces Mozart White Chocolate Liqueur in a blender and blend until smooth. Carefully divide among the glasses on top of the blue layer. Freeze for 30 minutes or until firm.
- Combine the raspberry sorbet with 1 ounce Mozart White Chocolate Liqueur in a blender and blend until smooth. Add a few drops of food coloring and quickly blend. Divide evenly on top of the white layers in the glass and freeze for 20–30 minutes. Can be kept in the freezer for up to a week.
- Before serving, remove the glasses from the freezer, top with whipped cream and sprinkles, and serve.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
