MUDSLIDE

The Mudslide is a creamy cocktail made with Kahlúa, Absolut Vodka, and Irish cream liqueur. It can be served on the rocks or blended with ice for a Frozen Mudslide.

Less than two minutes. Maybe even one, once you’ve done it a couple times.

To us, it tastes sweet, creamy and has a velvety mouth-feel. Almost like a milkshake (if you’re feeling creative, try adding Kahlúa to your favourite milkshake recipes!).

Our tip is to make sure you’re shaking the ingredients for long enough. Around 15-20 seconds is ideal. Also, experiment with different amounts of ice in your shaker, as this can affect the taste.

We find that chocolate shavings, sprinkled on top, give it the perfect finishing touch, but feel free to experiment with different garnishes and see what you prefer.

There’s no “right” time. When you have it is up to you! Just remember, this is a sweet drink with some heavier ingredients, so maybe try having it after your main meal (like a dessert), or to finish off brunch.

Yep, you can skip the vodka if you prefer a lower strength drink. It will still be delicious with just Kahlúa and Irish cream liqueur. You can also add the same amount (1 part) of milk instead to make up the volume.

For sure! While a non-alcoholic version won’t have the same flavour profile, you can make a similar drink using coffee-flavoured syrup, non-alcoholic Irish cream, and milk or cream.

A rocks glass is typically used for a classic Mudslide. But it doesn’t really matter. Whatever you have in your kitchen is fine. For the Frozen Mudslide, a stemmed glass or even a mason jar can add a fun twist.

Yes, we sometimes use flavoured vodkas like Absolut Vanilia to add an extra layer of complexity to the drink.

Yes, you can use dairy-free alternatives like almond milk-based Irish cream liqueur. We think it has a similar flavour.

Sure! We think it’s always best to make your drinks fresh, but you can mix the ingredients ahead of time and shake them with ice just before serving.

Yes, it’s just a different drink. Ice cream is a key ingredient in our Frozen Mudslide recipe, which is even creamier and more indulgent.

We think it pairs well with rich desserts like chocolate cake or Tiramisu. It’s also great with typical brunch meals, since it adds some creamy sweetness, or after a savoury dinner, making it a great dessert on its own.