How to Make a Bushwacker Drink Recipe
The Bushwacker is a rich, creamy cocktail blending dark rum, coffee liqueur, and coconut flavors into a smooth, icy drink perfect for tropical vibes. This indulgent cocktail is garnished with dark chocolate shavings for an extra touch of decadence.
- Author: lina
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Caribbean-inspired
- Diet: Low Salt
Liquids
- 2 ounces dark rum
- 1.5 ounces Kahlua
- 1.5 ounces cream de cacao (dark or light)
- 1 ounce cream of coconut (not coconut cream)
- 2 ounces heavy whipping cream
Other Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups ice (add more as needed)
- Dark chocolate shavings (for garnish)
- Combine Ingredients: Add 2 ounces of dark rum, 1.5 ounces of Kahlua, 1.5 ounces of cream de cacao, 1 ounce of cream of coconut, 2 ounces of heavy whipping cream, and 1 1/2 cups of ice into a blender.
- Blend Mixture: Blend all ingredients together until smooth and creamy. Check the consistency, and add more ice if the mixture is too thin or if desired to achieve a thicker texture.
- Pour into Glasses: Pour the blended drink into clear coffee mugs or similar glasses with a handle and base.
- Garnish: Use a microplane zester to grate dark chocolate shavings over the top of each drink for added flavor and presentation.
- Serve: Insert a straw to help keep the drink mixed as you sip, since the Bushwacker can separate. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- You can adjust the proportions of rum, Kahlua, and cream to suit your taste preferences.
- For a lighter version, substitute half and half or milk for the heavy whipping cream, which will make the cocktail less rich and thick.
- Add chocolate syrup to enhance the chocolate flavor of the drink.
- Both dark and light cream de cacao can be used depending on your preference.
- The drink tends to separate over time, so use a straw and stir occasionally.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 10 oz)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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