It’s simple, fast, healthy and, most importantly, tastes wonderful. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s make some cashew milk!

K-Mojo Digimaster

While it’s true that there’s a primitive thrill to getting hands-on in the kitchen, us foodies need all the help we can get.

When it comes to making cashew milk, the K-Mojo DigiMaster is an absolute godsend. It makes everything so incredibly easy to make – you can have this nut milk recipe done in minutes!

After you’ve soaked your cashews, simply blitz them up with the other ingredients until smooth. That’s all there is to it!

Don’t stop there though. This space-saving, sleek gizmo comes with 10 different settings, giving the chance to get super creative in the kitchen. You can chop, slice, emulsify, knead, blend, grind, juice or whisk with ease.

Stunning style and high-speed quality performance blend to create a blender that’ll change the way you cook. With this quality piece of kit, you’ll be dishing out amazing recipes one after the other. Feel free to let me know what you’ll be making next in the comments below!

How to make cashew milk 

This recipe is so easy to make, you’ll be wondering why you’ve been guzzling down dairy milk for so many years. 

All you have to do is soak the cashews, then place them in the K-Mojo DigiMaster blender along with some dates, vanilla bean paste, a pinch of sea salt and three cups of water. This nut milk recipe is as simple as that! 

Once you’ve made this recipe, you’ll realize how delicious it is. You’ll be adding it to your morning coffee, serving with your favorite breakfast cereal and using it to make creamy sauces and all kinds of savory delights.

That’s the joy of making your own homemade nut milk. It’s a super simple process, it’s much healthier than regular dairy milk, tastes great and has no added sugars. As non-dairy milks go, it’s one of the best. 

What can you make with cashew milk?

So, you’ve made this cashew recipe, you’ve poured yourself a glass and it tastes delicious. What now?

Well, here are a few recipes that you can make with this delicious nut-based alternative. Simply follow the recipes and swap in your delicious cashew milk for the dairy kind. You can also add it to your favorite breakfast cereal, with porridge, or in tea or coffee.

• Cauliflower cheese – a British classic, this dish doesn’t need dairy to be delicious. Simply swap in this cashew recipe and serve with a nut roast and you’ve got a sumptuous Sunday lunch that’ll please vegans and meat lovers alike
• Brioche French toast casserole – an irresistible sweet French breakfast or brunch recipe, brioche French toast casserole is made even more delicious with cashew or almond milk. Add a drizzle of maple syrup on top and you’re in dreamland
• Kashmiri naan – this traditional Indian naan bread tastes even better with the addition of homemade cashew milk
• Bolgnese pasta bake – swap out the meat and dairy ingredients for this recipe and a meat alternative of your choice and you’ve got a wonderful vegan dish that will wow your friends and family 
• White sauce – simple white sauce is a staple recipe for any self-respecting foodie. Swap in your creamy cashew concoction and make this white sauce the perfect creamy addition to vegan meals 
• Gratin dauphinoise – an indulgent delight, this fantastic French side dish can easily be turned into a vegan masterpiece, with a few subtle tweaks

Other nut-based delights

Nuts about nuts? Check out these truly mouth watering recipes, each of which is sure to become a firm favorite in your home:

• Almond milk rice pudding – if you’re after homely comfort food, this recipe is perfect. It’s quick and easy and tastes delicious. Sweeten with a drizzle of maple syrup for a little bowl of nut-based bliss
• Cashew pesto – for vegan flavor junkies, this recipe is perfect. It makes an amazing marinade for meat or fish and also works wonders as a sauce for pasta. It’s guaranteed to be popular with the whole family
• Almond milk protein shake – perfect for those on a special protein diet or anyone looking for a big healthy boost, this shake is a delicious and so good for you 
• Macadamia nut butter – quick to make and delicious to eat, this macadamia nut butter is a versatile delight. Make a big batch and you’ll be spreading it on everything from crackers to homemade chia seed bread
• Cucumber salad with avocado and cashews – one of those health-focused recipes that just happens to taste amazing, you’re going to love this one. The cashews bring a deep nutty flavor that works so well with the creamy avocado and fresh cucumber
• Almond milk porridge – on a chilly winter morning, very few dishes can warm the soul quite like a bowl of porridge. If you’ve never tried almond milk porridge, you’re in for a treat! Is has a lightness that’s missing from dairy porridge, and it tastes simply sensational
• Peanut butter coconut balls – these little balls of joy are one of those recipes that everyone will love. They’re just so irresistible!

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Cashew Milk

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• Author: Michelle Minnaar
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: Makes 1 litre (4 cups)
• Diet: Vegan

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Making your own cashew milk is easier than you think. Soak some cashew nuts first before blending them with dates, water and vanilla. Use as you would do normal milk, it really is that versatile!

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Ingredients

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• 160g (1 cup) raw cashews
• 2 Medjool dates, pitted
• 750ml (3 cups) water
• 5ml (1 tsp) vanilla bean paste
• pinch of salt

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Instructions

• Soak the cashews overnight in water. 
• Place all the ingredients in the K-Mojo DigiMaster’s blender and blitz until smooth. 
• This is suitable to serve as is, in the shape of a drink, with cereal or in cooking. Enjoy!

Notes

• If you’re in a hurry or simply forgot, you can cover the cashews in boiled water for 15 minutes then you can proceed with the recipe, as noted above.
• For a smoother finish and if you have some muslin at hand, pour the cashew milk through the muslin to get rid of the cashew slurry. It’s entirely up to you - both taste delicious and my son gives the rustic version a big thumbs up!

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Category: Drink
• Method: Blend
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 267
• Sugar: 10.7 g
• Sodium: 13.6 mg
• Fat: 18.6 g
• Saturated Fat: 3.7 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Carbohydrates: 22.8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Protein: 6.3 g
• Cholesterol: 0 mg

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This spooky shot is made by combining peach schnapps, Bailey's Irish Cream, Creme De Menthe, and grenadine in a shot glass to create a totally creepy visual experience. What's even more amazing is that it really looks like a zombie's brain!

The zombie brain shot is a take on the Zombie Brain Hemorrhage shot. Instead of Creme de menthe, the Zombie Brain Hemorrhage shot has melon liqueur in it, giving it a fruitier flavor, but the same reaction and a similar appearance.

Like an Irish car bomb, which features Guinness beer, Bailey's Irish cream curdles when it reacts to the alcohol in the shot glass. This curdling of the Irish cream creates not only an interesting texture in your mouth when you shoot it, but the appearance of zombie brains.

This recipe is inspired by the Alien Brain Hemorrhage Shot on my website which uses blue curacao instead of Creme de menthe. The right place to serve this creamy zombie brain shot is at a Halloween party along with plenty of appetizers to keep the alcohol from going straight to your non-zombie brain. Tequila sunrise jello shots or a Vampire's Kiss Cocktail are also great party recipes.

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Zombie Brain Shot

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• Author: Michelle Minnaar
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 1 servings
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Zombie Brain Shot is the perfect spooky shot recipe for your Halloween celebrations. This spooky shot is made to look like zombie brains.

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Ingredients

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• 25ml (1 jigger) peach schnapps
• 12.5ml (½ jigger) Bailey’s Irish Cream
• 3-5 drops Creme De Menthe
• 3-5 drops grenadine

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Instructions

1. Use a 50ml (2 jigger) shot glass.
2. Pour the peach schnapps into the shot glass.
3. Place the tip of a teaspoon level with the peach schnapps’ surface and pour Bailey’s gently into the bowl part of the teaspoon. 
4. Remove the teaspoon.
5. Add the drops of grenadine and Creme De Menthe.
6. Serve immediately.

Notes

• For a clearer line between the schnapps and Bailey’s, chill the schnapps first.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Category: Cocktail
• Method: Pour
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size:
• Calories: 151
• Sugar: 15.4 g
• Sodium: 13.7 mg
• Fat: 2 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Carbohydrates: 16.2 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Protein: 0.3 g
• Cholesterol: 7.2 mg

It’s simple to prepare and tastes like a dream. So, if you like sweet milky treats, try this Southern time-honored tradition. It’s the perfect winter warmer.

Boiled custard recipe

This recipe is all about simple ingredients blending together to form something magical. There’s no wonder it’s so popular over the holidays! All you need is eggs, milk, cream sugar, vanilla and a little bit of time on your hands.

Once you’ve mastered the timing of this recipe, you’ll be whipping up a batch every year. Family and friends will absolutely love it – there’s a reason people have been making this for hundreds of years! It’s got that blissful taste and texture that seems to make time stand still for a few seconds.

Part dessert. Part drink. Part nirvana! 

What is boiled custard?

Boiled custard is a dessert drink that goes down deliciously well, particularly around the holidays when you really fancy a sweet treat. It’s traditionally made using whole milk, double cream and egg yolks, with vanilla flavoring to give it that beautiful rich taste.

Funnily enough, despite the name, the key to cooking perfect boiled custard is heating it gently. Boiling the milk is not what this recipe – or any recipe for that matter – is all about. Boiled milk is just bad, period. The key is to bring it to the brink of boiling point, then remove it. Afterwards comes the slow cook, constant stir part. 

So, delicious boiled custard is all about patience and timing. Taking your time to constantly stir the hot milk - there’s a reason it’s sometimes called ‘stirred custard’ - and get it to a perfectly thick consistency.

How do you thicken boiled custard?

If your boiled custard ends up too thin, don’t despair! There are a few little tricks you can pull to get that delicious thick consistency.

First of all, you can use a thickening agent. A paste made from regular flour and water works perfectly. Use 2 tablespoons of flour and 1 tablespoon of cold water per cup of custard. Add the paste as the mix simmers on the stove and stir until it thickens to your desired consistency.

You can also use cornstarch, which is a really useful thickening agent. If you want to use cornstarch to thicken your custard, make a paste by mixing 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water. Again, add the thickener paste as it gently simmers on the stove. It should thicken in no time at all.

You can also add tapioca to your custard to get it nice and thick. Just add a tablespoon as it cooks on the hob – no water is needed.

Arrowroot is also a great thickener. Find out more about this thickener and other arrowroot substitutes.

What happens if you boil custard?

The key to a good consistency is heating it gently. The liquid reaches a temperature where the milk and egg proteins unfurl and begin to bond. Aww, how sweet.

Get them too hot though and that sweetness turns gross. Too many proteins bond and you’ll end up with one big clump fest. That’s basically a curdled custardy mess that’s far from appetizing.

It’s recommended that you get the custard to between 160°F and 180°F. Get yourself a food thermometer and you’ll never end up with it curdled or split.

If you do, there are things you can do to fix it. An immersion blender is an amazing quick fix. It’ll break down the lumps in an instant.

You could also plunge the saucepan into cold water (obviously, don’t get any cold water in the custard) and whisk the custard for up to 5 minutes. You should have perfectly smooth custard by this point.

What's the difference between eggnog and boiled custard?

Both eggnog and custard pretty much share the same basic ingredients. 

There’s a big difference between eggnog and custard. Eggnog isn’t heated, whereas custard is. As it’s heated, custard is thick and creamy, almost like a velvety dessert sauce that you can drink. 

Eggnog, on the other hand, is quite fluidy as it hasn’t been heated. 

Is boiled custard a southern thing?

In the South, boiled custard is an age-old tradition typically made during the holiday season. Many historians agree that the dish goes as far back as 1607, when the first English boats arrived in Jamestown. Since then, this classic custard drink has been cooked in kitchens all over the South.

Around the holidays, lots of grocery stores sell boiled custard. Kroger boiled custard is particularly popular during the holidays. 

Still, if you want my advice, make your own. It’ll taste infinitely better and will be WAY more satisfying. 

More irresistible dessert recipes

• Chocolate orange cheesecake – three words that just scream “eat me!” Yes, it’s as good as it sounds. If you’re planning on having an indulgent holiday season, this is the dish for you.
• Chocolate fairy cakes with Amarula buttercream – these little beauties are just divine. The cakes are so light, moist and tasty, while the buttercream – with the addition of the secret ingredient Amarula – has to be tasted to be believed.
• Cherry brownies – rich, moist, gooey and dangerously addictive, this is the brownie recipe to end all brownie recipes. 
• Vegan oat cookies – a healthier option that still tastes absolutely fantastic.
• Cherry crumble pie –as fruit pies go, this is up there with the best.
• If you love this recipe, you should try a retro British recipe - pink custard!
• This Christmas pavlova wreath will definitely put you in the mood for the holidays.

What’s your favorite sweet comfort food? Let me know in the comments below!

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Boiled Custard

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• Author: Michelle Minnaar
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Boiled Custard is a traditional holiday drink that is enjoyed in the South every Christmas. Cheap and easy to prepare, this is a family favorite!

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Ingredients

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• 500ml (2 cups) double cream
• 500ml (2 cups) whole milk
• 10ml (2 tsp) vanilla paste or extract
• 125ml (½ cup) granulated sugar
• 5 large egg yolks
• [optional] whipped cream

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Instructions

1. Combine the cream, milk and vanilla in a saucepan. Bring to the boil then remove from the heat.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar and egg yolks, until the mixture has gone pale in colour and doubled in size.
3. Temper hot milky mixture into the sugar yolk mixture, by slowly adding hot milky mixture about 60ml (¼ cup) at a time, whisking to distribute heat. Once half of the milky mixture has been added, transfer mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milky mixture.
4. Place the saucepan over low heat. Stir continuously until mixture reaches nappé consistency, or 80°C (180°F) on a kitchen thermometer.
5. Remove from heat and pour the custard into a large mixing bowl. Place the bowl into icy water and stir until the custard has cooled.
6. Once it has cooled to a suitable temperature, it is ready to drink.
7. For an added touch, top with whipped cream and grate nutmeg over the top. Enjoy!

Notes

• Nappé consistency is when you run your finger through the mixture on the back of a spoon and the mixture doesn’t run through the gap you created.
• If you want to experiment, you can play with all different kinds of flavours.
• Use different flavoured extracts, such as orange, coconut, lemon and lime.
• Spice-wise, you can add ground cinnamon, allspice, pumpkin spice, or whatever takes your fancy.
• For a more adult version, you might even want to add some alcohol. Cointreau will give you a lovely orange taste, Baileys or Amarula for a creamy liqueur flavour. Shots of whisky works marvellously. Pssst, try honey whisky from Jack Daniel’s.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Category: Drink
• Method: Boil
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: A cupful
• Calories: 653
• Sugar: 36.2 g
• Sodium: 95 mg
• Fat: 52.6 g
• Saturated Fat: 31.7 g
• Trans Fat: 1.5 g
• Carbohydrates: 36.4 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Protein: 10.6 g
• Cholesterol: 377.2 mg

If you're already on board with just how great eggnog is, you'll know just how much its silky smooth deliciousness brings to the holiday season. However, you're not a fan, I'm going to ask you to suspend your disbelief for just a moment.

That's because my eggnog recipe is here to show you just what you've been missing. For me, when it's made correctly, homemade eggnog is a truly sensational festive recipe that gets you in the Christmas spirit.

It's perfect for parties, ideal for a comforting winter evening treat, and is set to become a holiday staple in your home. Don't believe me... just one sip and you'll be won over. Trust me.

Equipment Needed To Make Eggnog

There are a few key items you’ll need for this eggnog:

• High speed blender – any chef will tell you, a high speed blender is your best friend! For this recipe, it’ll help you get the perfect texture to your holiday drink.
• Serving glasses – a glass of delicious festive eggnog should be served in the very best way possible.  

What to Serve with Eggnog

Accompaniments

This Christmas tipple is made all the more delicious with the addition of festive treats, fresh out of the oven. Try with these Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls, Mexican Pig Cookies, eggnog cookies or Gingerbread Apple Pie Cake.

Recipe Variations

Non alcoholic eggnog

Want to keep this eggnog recipe alcohol free? Don’t worry, it can be easily adapted. Simply add an almond syrup or a similar kind of flavorful syrup in place of the rum and bourbon.  

Spice things up

Eggnog is typically flavored with three key spices: ground cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. Feel free to spice things up by adding a bit of allspice, pumpkin pie spice or apple pie spice. 

Serve warm

For me, eggnog is best served chilled. However, there’s definitely a case to be made for warm eggnog. It’s a wonderful winter warmer, especially in the evening when you need that extra little shot of comfort to get you all warm and cozy.

So, if you prefer your eggnog warm, you can simply heat it up in the microwave or on the hob.

Go extra decadent

Fancy really getting into the Christmas spirit with a super indulgent holiday drink? Take things to another level with a helping of cream or whipped cream on top of your egg nog. You could also sweeten the deal with a drizzle of maple syrup. 

Make it vegan

You can easily adapt this recipe to make it vegan. Just check out my vegan eggnog recipe.

Popular substitutions

If you’re missing certain ingredients or prefer a different ingredient over one listed in this eggnog recipe, you can use a substitution. Here are a few ideas:

Alternative alcohol

You don’t have to use bourbon and rum as the alcohol element in this eggnog recipe. Whisky and/or brandy are good alternatives, as are vodka, coffee liqueur, or dairy-free Kahlúa.

Vanilla extract

Don’t have any vanilla paste? Substitute in an equal amount of vanilla extract.

Alternative sweetener

I’ve gone for caster sugar in this recipe, but feel free to swap it for equal amounts of brown sugar, vanilla sugar, coconut sugar or a suitable sweetener. You could also use maple syrup.

For a healthier sweetener, try adding a handful of prunes to the mix before blending.

Eggnog recipes you’ll love

These eggnog recipes are simply sensational:

• Eggnog French Toast – the perfect decadent breakfast recipe for the holidays!
• Eggnog latte – Christmas coffees don’t get better than this
• Eggnog waffles – another incredible breakfast / brunch recipe that the whole family will go bonkers for
• Eggnog mousse – a rich creamy dessert with a pleasant boozy kick
• Eggnog ice cream – pure heaven!

Don’t forget to come back and let me know how your recipe turned out!

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Eggnog

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• Author: Michelle Minnaar
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 4 portions
• Diet: Vegetarian

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A warming traditional winter time drink. This eggnog is easy to make and will get you in the Christmas spirit.

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Ingredients

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• 4 large eggs, separated
• 100g (½ cup) golden caster sugar
• 500ml (2 cups) milk
• 250ml (1 cup) cream
• 1 lemon, zest only
• 10 ml (2 tsp) vanilla paste
• 125ml (½ cup) rum
• 30ml (2 tbsp) bourbon
• 25g (⅛ cup) caster sugar

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Instructions

1. Place 4 egg yolks in a large mixing bowl along with the golden caster sugar. Whisk until light yellow ribbons are formed and it has doubled in size.
2. Place the milk, cream, lemon zest and the vanilla paste in a large saucepan and heat over a low heat until just before a simmering point is reached.
3. Temper the hot milk into the sugar yolk mixture, by slowly adding hot milk about 60ml (¼ cup) at a time, whisking to distribute heat. Once all the milk has been added, transfer mixture back into the saucepan.
4. Pour in the rum and the bourbon, allowing it to thicken into a runny custard texture while stirring constantly. 
5. Once achieved, pour into a jar (preferably a mason jar) and set aside to cool and then place in the fridge for two weeks.
6. Place your egg whites into an airtight container and place in the freezer.
7. After two weeks, defrost the egg whites. 
8. Place the egg whites in a clean mixing bowl and whisk until you achieve soft peaks. While whisking slowly add the caster sugar until fully incorporated.
9. Add the custard mixture to the egg whites and fold it through.
10. Serve in glasses of your choice. Enjoy!

Notes

• You can use any alcohol you wish. I like the combination of rum and bourbon but you can use just one type of alcohol of the same amount if you so prefer. 
• We also have a recipe on here for vegan eggnog which is great and means you don’t have to exclude your vegan friends and family.
• I used golden caster sugar but feel free to substitute with the sugar of your choice.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Boil
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size:
• Calories: 419
• Sugar: 39.7 g
• Sodium: 115 mg
• Fat: 15.2 g
• Saturated Fat: 8.6 g
• Trans Fat: 0.4 g
• Carbohydrates: 40.8 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Protein: 9.8 g
• Cholesterol: 179.6 mg

Traditionally, Don Pedro is a dessert beverage made with vanilla ice cream, double cream and whisky. Only, this time I jazzed up my favourite South African dessert beverage with a generous drizzle of Amarula liqueur.

A Don Pedro is an adult-only beverage, which is perfect if you like throwing adult only dinner parties and like to show off your cocktail-making prowess.

The best part is that you can alter the portions of the ingredients and make the beverage as strong as you want. This homemade cocktail is best served immediately topped with grated chocolate, cocoa powder or a stick of chocolate.

If you are serving the Don Pedro drink on a particularly hot day, include some ice cubes. 

What's best you can also experiment with other types of alcohol to make it a stronger cocktail. These include coffee liqueur, kahlua, and brandy.

Keep in mind though, Amarula liqueur is your best option, as it is one of Africa's hidden treasures and most awarded alcohol brands!

Don Pedro - a South African cocktail

Don Pedro is one of South Africa's most popular cocktails. You can practically find it on almost every single restaurant menu in the country.

The Afrikaans community also refers to it as Dom Pedro, the running joke being that if you drink too many of these babies, you turn into a Dumb Pedro. I.e. "dom" in Afrikaans means "dumb" in English. At your first sip, you'll understand why it will be difficult to have just one cocktail.

In fact, the Don Pedro drink is very similar to the typical Irish coffee beverage, just minus the coffee element, although I am pretty sure it would also work well in this Don Pedro recipe. Just think of a Don Pedro cocktail as a milkshake for adults. 

The addition of smooth Amarula liqueur lights up the Don Pedro and lends it a fruity undertone.  To complete any meal, you can served it with other South African desserts like peppermint crisp tart or these chocolate and coconut clusters.

don pedro's history

The Don Pedro dessert beverage first popped up on the South African scene during the 1970s. Nobody really understands how Don Pedro came about and how it became so popular. However, some claim that they have found the origins of this South African drink.

Apparently, chef Danny Ferris of the Belinzona restaurant based in Blouberg created it. The Don Pedro came to existence when Danny travelled on a holiday to Scotland.

When he visited a whisky distillery for whisky tastings, one of the owners poured whisky directly over some ice cream. As soon as the ice cream began to melt, the whisky started to infuse with the cream.

Thus, the Don Pedro was born! Since then, he began serving it in his restaurant and it gained popularity like wild fire, and with good reason! 

Do you think that this is the true origin of the Don Pedro? Let me know.

It's not the first time that liqueurs and cream were combined. In fact, back in the 18th and 19th century, coffee as well as rum were topped with whipped cream in Vienna.

If you sat in one of those Viennese coffee houses, your alcoholic beverage would be served in a see-through glass with a spoon and whipped cream. 

don pedro's alcohol content

Amarula contains 17% alcohol. As you can imagine, with Don Pedro traditionally being whisky based, is quite high in alcohol. That's why you can easily substitute the whisky with Amarula liqueur which is slightly lower in terms of alcohol content. 

However, if you really enjoy a stronger Don Pedro, play around with the ratios. For instance, since the Amarula liqueur is already creamy, you don't need to add so much heavy cream. So, don't be afraid to add more of this delicious liqueur.

In addition, you can always add more alcohol. For instance, add a pinch of whisky to cut through the creamy textures. You can also add these sorts of alcohol and beverages:

• coffee liqueur - make it reminiscent of the Irish coffee or just add a shot of espresso
• brandy - if whisky is too smoky and intense for you
• chocolate liqueur - if you wish to max out on the chocolatey flavour

Also, you can use these additional beverages for consistency control.  If you find your Don Pedro too thick, you also have two options without having to top up with even more alcohol.

Firstly, wait for the ice cream to melt a bit, which I prefer, or add more milk or cream to make it a thinner consistency.

South African cocktails

Now, as Amarula is the star of this Don Pedro recipe, you can also make other delicious South African cocktail recipes with it. For example:

• Amarula Brandy Alexander - it is basically brandy, Amarula and heavy cream
• Amarula Martini - combine gin, lemon zest, Amarula and add ice cubes
• Spiced Amarula Cocktail - cinnamon whisky, Amarula and topped with pumpkin spice
• Amarula & Eve Cocktail - with grapefruit, citrus vodka, lychee juice and Amarula 

Why not add some Amarula to boiled custard? These are just a few cocktail recipes you can make with the delicious Amarula.

If you like creamy shots, check out Alien Brain Hemorrhage. For a super green cocktail recipe, check out the Incredible Hulk Drink. Or make this old classic, Amaretto and Coke.

Have you ever tried Amarula liqueur? Would you drink it alone or would you combine it with other ingredients?

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Don Pedro Drink

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• Author: Michelle Minnaar
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 4 drinks

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The Don Pedro drink is a must-have alcoholic dessert recipe from South Africa. This version is made with vanilla ice cream, cream and Amarula.

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Ingredients

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• 450g (1 lb) soft vanilla ice cream
• 120ml (4 fl oz) double [heavy] cream
• 180ml (6fl oz) Amarula
• grated chocolate, for garnishing

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Instructions

1. Put all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Pour into glasses and sprinkle the chocolate on top.
3. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

• I use Cadbury’s Flake for the chocolate.
• Instead of double cream, you can use milk.
• Alternatively, you can use other liqueurs like Kahlua, Bailey’s, Amaretto, Disaronno, Cointreau, brandy and whisky. Check their percentage of alcohol though and adjust measurements accordingly. E.g. 60ml (4 tbsp) for whiskey serving 4.
• You can make the Don Pedro as strong as you like!

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Category: Cocktail
• Method: Blend
• Cuisine: South African

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 338
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 121.1 mg
• Fat: 16.9 g
• Saturated Fat: 9.7 g
• Trans Fat: 0.2 g
• Carbohydrates: 29.8 g
• Fiber: 0.9 g
• Protein: 7.6 g
• Cholesterol: 28.4 mg

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Plus, it can be made in a matter of minutes! So, fancy a sweet treat that can be whipped up in an instant? This is the recipe for you!

How to make Biscoff Milkshake

Add the milk to the blender.

Add vanilla ice cream.

Add Biscoff spread and crumbled biscuits. Blend. Enjoy!

You can also use vegan whipped cream as a topping for your vegan milkshake.

Popular substitutions for this recipe

Can't find Biscoff? Any kind of cookie butter will work as an alternative.

For a chocolatey milkshake try this Twix Milkshake.

More Biscoff Recipes

• Biscoff Blondies
• Biscoff Rocky Road
• Biscoff Cheesecake

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Biscoff Milkshake Recipe

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• Author: Michelle Minnaar
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 4 portions
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Rich cookie butter and a silky smooth texture, what's not to love about this Biscoff Milkshake? Simply blend the ingredients together.

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Ingredients

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Milkshake

• 750ml (3 cups) milk
• 750g (5 cups) vanilla ice cream
• 200g (1 cup) Biscoff spread
• 20 Lotus Biscoff biscuits, chopped

Decoration

• Whipped cream
• Lotus Biscoff biscuits

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Instructions

1. Place the milk, ice cream, Biscoff spread and Biscoff biscuits in a food processor.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Divide the milkshake between the glasses, then top with whipped cream.
4. Garnish with whole biscuits and you can crumble a few on top too. Enjoy!

Notes

• You can easily make a vegan version of this milkshake. Just substitute the milk and ice cream with vegan alternatives. Biscoff is vegan!

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Blend
• Cuisine: British

Nutrition

• Serving Size:
• Calories: 1175
• Sugar: 71.3 g
• Sodium: 2014.8 mg
• Fat: 58.6 g
• Saturated Fat: 29.3 g
• Trans Fat: 1.5 g
• Carbohydrates: 139.9 g
• Fiber: 3.3 g
• Protein: 24.7 g
• Cholesterol: 179.9 mg

How can I make carrot juice?

When learning how to make carrot juice, you'll see it's all about selecting the right type of carrots. That said, carrot combines well with other ingredients such as ginger, apple and orange, so you can experiment to find out your favourite combination.

It's really not complicated. If you want to know how to make carrot juice properly, you'll need a high quality juicer! At this stage, I haven't found a better juicer than the Sage The Nutri Juicer Cold XI. It takes juicing to a whole other level!

Sage's Nutri Juicer Cold XI

In essence, this machine has a larger feed chute of 88mm, a 2 litre XL juicing jug and is up to five times faster at extracting two litres of juice than a cold press juicer. In other words, it's a state-of-the-art juicer!

The 2 litre seal and store jug enabled me to make large amounts of the juice and store it in the fridge for the following day.

The 88mm chute is more than big enough to put whole carrots inside the juicer, without the need to cut them up as I have done in the past with other juicers. This saved me precious time in the kitchen!

Oh, and don't forget the amount of noise the average juicer makes. The Sage The Nutri Juicer Cold XI is has a quiet setting where it can make up to 40% less noise!

The juicer is made with premium materials, such as a stainless-steel juicing basket, titanium reinforced cutting disk and an Italian micro mesh filter.

Other features that you will find useful:

• it comes with a juice nozzle for single servings
• dishwasher safe, however, it also comes with a cleaning brush
• has a 2 year Sage guarantee and a 5 year motor guarantee
• 1500W Power
• has clever Cold Spin Technology

Lastly, the juicer has three juicing setting depending on how soft and hard the ingredients are.

I receive a lot of kitchen gadgets to test, but this one is a firm favourite and has a permanent space on my kitchen surface!

The best carrots for carrot juice

First and foremost, the best type of carrots to make carrot juice are organic ones. When making juices, you should always make sure that your carrots don't contain any traces of pesticides and other harmful chemicals. Otherwise, you would be doing damage to your body in the long run.

In short, the carrot is a humble and delicious root vegetable. There are many types of carrots: white carrots, purple carrots, red carrots, yellow carrots and orange carrots. They also vary greatly in size.

However, the carrots you should be looking for to make your juice are those which are sweet and full of flavour.

Hence, look for these specific varieties:

• Bolero - have a lot of juice and are sweet
• Little Finger - super sweet
• Scarlet Nantes - sweet and coreless
• Short 'n Sweet - very juicy, sweet and bright orange
• St. Valery - sweet and nearly coreless

My recommendation is that the best carrots for juicing are the Bolero variety and the Scarlet Nantes variety.

If you’ve got any leftover carrots, you can use them in other healthy carrot recipes. For instance, try these roasted carrots or these cumin roast carrots. Otherwise, you can also try the following:

• carrot and parsnip mash
• carrot and swede mash
• roasted carrot hummus
• easy carrot soup
• carrot chutney

Do you have to peel carrots for juicing?

In short, if the carrots are not sourced organically the answer is absolutely. I peel my carrots because there might be a presence of pesticides and other harmful chemicals that I may not even know about.

I know carrot peel contains plenty of nutrition but I also peel my carrots even if they are organic. Just in case!

how to clean carrots

It's fairly easy. Wash the carrots first under water and wash away any obvious dirt. Next, top and tail the carrots.

Lastly, use a vegetable peeler to remove their skins. Rinse the carrots with water one more time and set them aside. They are ready to be juiced!

How do you make carrot juice taste better?

There are plenty of ways for you to jazz up this juice recipe. Carrots pair with almost any type of fruit or vegetable.

The most common combination one sees as the juice stall are the following:

• carrot, orange and apple juice (3 carrots, 1.5 oranges, 2 apples)
• carrot and orange juice (4 carrots, 1.5 oranges)
• apple and carrot juice (2.5 apples and 4 carrots)
• ginger carrot apple juice (4 carrots, 2 apples, 2.5cm/1 inch ginger)

Check out some more fruity and sweeter combinations you may fall in love with:

• carrot and watermelon juice (4 carrots, 250ml/1 cup of watermelon)
• carrot beet apple juice (4 carrots, 2 beets, 2 apples, 30ml/2 tablespoon of lemon juice)
• banana carrot orange juice (half of a banana, 3 carrots, 1.5 oranges)

If you wish to drink the juice for its health benefits and enjoy bold flavours in particular, then check out these combinations:

• carrot beetroot spinach juice (4 carrots, 2 beets, handful of spinach)
• greens detox carrot juice (4 carrots, 2 stalks of kale, half a cucumber, 30ml/2 tablespoon of lemon juice, handful of spinach)
• carrot turmeric juice (5 carrots, 1 tiny turmeric root or 10ml/2 teaspoon of ground turmeric, half a lime)

If you love fruit juices, you can also try kiwi juice or my strawberry orange juice recipe.

Otherwise, you can also try my fantastic healthy smoothies, check these out:

• turmeric smoothie
• cranberry smoothie
• super green smoothie
• pineapple and avocado smoothie

11 carrot juice benefits

Now that you know how to make carrot juice, you should also discover all of the benefits.

1. supports a healthy metabolism by increasing bile secretion
2. helps you lose weight by substituting the juice with sugary drinks
3. makes your skin look better via beta-carotene - helps you tan quicker!
4. supports your immune system via antioxidants
5. reduces likelihood of skin diseases such as rashes or psoriasis due to beta-carotene and Vitamin C
6. aids in better vision with Vitamin A
7. lowers cholesterol due to presence of potassium
8. lowers risk of heart-related diseases
9. reduces the risk of cancer due to presence of antioxidants
10. supports a healthier pregnancy because of folate, Vitamin A and potassium
11. supports a healthy brain function and reduce memory loss

It is okay to drink carrot juice every day?

Oh, yes! As long as you know how to make carrot juice properly, then it is absolutely safe. That being said, there are two things that you should make sure of.

First, only prepare your juice from organic carrots. At best, use those from your own garden. Nothing tastes better than fresh carrots.

As a rule of thumb, all organic root vegetables taste better than their non-organic counterparts. So buy the former whenever you can!

Secondly, it is okay to drink carrot juice every day as long as you drink it in moderation. Since carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene, it could cause skin colouration after after drinking excessive amounts.

There you have it - happy juicing!

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How To Make Carrot Juice

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• Author: Michelle Minnaar
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Yield: 1 serving of 300ml/1 cup

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• 750g (5 cups/1 ⅔lbs) carrots

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1. Top and tail the carrots, then peel the carrots. 
2. Pass the carrots through Sage’s Nutri Juicer.
3. Average yield is 300ml, which is a bit more than a cup. 
4. Serve as is or with ice. 

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Category: Drinks
• Method: Juice
• Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

• Serving Size:
• Calories: 308
• Sugar: 35.6 g
• Sodium: 517.5 mg
• Fat: 1.8 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Carbohydrates: 71.9 g
• Fiber: 21 g
• Protein: 7 g
• Cholesterol: 0 mg

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Best of all, it can be made in mere minutes! Whether it’s for a super quick breakfast, a mid-morning pick-me-up or a sumptuous afternoon snack, this white chocolate and raspberry smoothie is too good to resist!

If you love raspberry and white chocolate then you also have to try these Raspberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies.

A big reason for so much food waste is because the food hasn't been eaten in time. That's why, in order to reduce food waste, we should start to think frozen.

Many foods are just as good when prepared from frozen as they are when prepared fresh. Especially fruit. Which makes recipes like this raspberry smoothie recipe perfect for helping you to reduce food waste.

In fact, this recipe is best when using frozen raspberries, as the texture of the smoothie is thicker and more delicious. So, you get a better smoothie and you get to reduce food waste at the same time!

Check out the website freshfromthefreezer.co.uk for more information on how to think frozen, reduce food waste and help save the planet... one recipe at a time!

How to make this recipe

Break the white chocolate into pieces in a bowl.

Zap in the microwave in short stints for a total of about 30 seconds and stir until smooth and completely melted.

Stir in the milk. Let the mixture cool a bit.

Add the white chocolate mixture, yogurt and frozen raspberries in a blender.

Blitz until smooth. Drink immediately. Enjoy!

Popular substitutions for this recipe

You can substitute the white chocolate for milk chocolate or dark chocolate if you prefer a richer chocolate flavor

Variations for this recipe

Add extra fruit

If you want to bring the fruitiness of this raspberry smoothie to a whole new level, there are a few different fruits you can add to the recipe:

• Blueberry is a complementary cousin of raspberry and works very well in this recipe 
• Banana takes the sweetness up a notch or two, while perfectly complementing the chocolate flavor and bringing a beautiful creamy texture. Trust me... a raspberry banana smoothie with chocolate is utterly divine!

For a fruity smoothie check out this Mango Pineapple Smoothie.

Go vegan

If you’re vegan, don’t worry… adapting this raspberry smoothie recipe is easy! Simply replace ½ cup of milk with ½ cup of almond milk, cashew milk, coconut milk or oat milk. Then add a frozen banana in place of the yogurt, to bring the creaminess. If you find the texture is not to your liking, simply add a touch more almond milk or a little more banana, until you’ve got the right balance.

You can also add cashew butter, almond butter or macadamia nut butter for a thicker, creamier texture. 

Go extra decadent

Fancy turning this simple raspberry smoothie into an all-out decadent dessert? Here’s how:

• Add a scoop or two of your favorite ice cream in place of the yogurt
• Add a drizzle of maple syrup or honey to sweeten the deal!

Spice things up

This recipe is simple and delicious as it is. However, there’s plenty of room to get creative!

If you like a bit of heat, add some fresh chopped chili into the mix. Be careful! You don’t want to overpower the smoothie. Just half a teaspoon will do – add a couple of seeds if you like it extra hot.

Ginger is another spice that would work well with chocolate and raspberry. Add half a teaspoon of ground ginger before blending up your smoothie.

You could also add mint for an interesting fragrance and taste, as it works well with both chocolate and raspberry.

Go healthy

Add a small amount of spinach or kale to your raspberry smoothie. You won’t notice any change in flavor and it’ll add extra nutrients to your smoothie. You could also add hemp, flax or chia seeds into the mix.

More sublime smoothie recipes

The best thing about smoothie recipes is that they're so delicious and easy to make. So, put that smoothie maker to the test and make some more delicious smoothie recipes. Here's just a few of our Greedy Gourmet favorites:

• Strawberry blackberry banana smoothie – so simple and so refreshing, this wonderful smoothie is full of fresh fruit
• Pineapple and avocado smoothie – one of the best green smoothies you'll ever taste! The combination of pineapple and avocado works so well. Honestly, this is one you'll go back to again and again
• Pomegranate and mint smoothie – for me, pomegranates are so underrated. This smoothie is a big powerful fruity delight, with plenty of protein and a whole lot of flavor to help you start the day
• Turmeric smoothie – fresh banana and mango, with immune-boosting turmeric. It's a superfood smoothie that tastes divine!

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White Chocolate and Raspberry Smoothie

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• Author: Michelle Minnaar
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 1 serving
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Thick, creamy and sweet, this White Chocolate and Raspberry Smoothie is delicious. This smoothie can be made in 5 minutes.

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• 50g (2oz) white chocolate, chopped
• 125ml (½ cup) milk
• 60ml (⅓ cup) yogurt
• 150g (1 cup) frozen raspberries

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Instructions

1. The quickest way to melt white chocolate is to zap it in short stints in the microwave in a heat proof bowl. Give it a stir after every zap and return to the microwave until everything is completely melted. 
2. Remove from the heat, then stir in the milk, and set aside until cooled down.
3. Place white chocolate mixture, yogurt, and raspberries in a blender, and blend until creamy and smooth. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

Alternatively, if you don’t have a microwave you can place a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water. Add the chocolate and milk to the bowl and stir until everything is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from the heat and let it cool. Proceed with Step 3.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Blend
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size:
• Calories: 481
• Sugar: 46.2 g
• Sodium: 131.2 mg
• Fat: 21.9 g
• Saturated Fat: 12.1 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Carbohydrates: 57.4 g
• Fiber: 9.9 g
• Protein: 17.4 g
• Cholesterol: 25.3 mg

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It’s fruity and sweet and it’s so easy to whip up in a matter of minutes. You’ll love the smoothie recipe!

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Strawberry Blackberry Banana Smoothie Recipe

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• Author: Michelle Minaar
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings
• Diet: Vegan

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This tasty summer Strawberry Blackberry Banana Smoothie is fruity and sweet and is quick and easy to make.

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Ingredients

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• 125g (1 cup) frozen strawberries
• 125g (1 cup) frozen blackberries
• 125g (1 cup) frozen banana
• 250ml (1 cup) almond milk
• 250ml (1 cup) plain dairy-free yogurt
• 2 dates, pitted

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Instructions

1. Place all the ingredients in the blender.
2. Blitz until smooth.
3. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

• The cup measurements for the frozen fruit were guestimated. Your best bet is to place the blender on a scale, reset to 0 and add the fruit. That said, smoothies are very forgiving things to make. The most important thing to remember is to keep the ratios of fruit the same and simply adjust the liquids according to desired consistency.
• Not all fruit needs to be in a frozen state in order to be used in this recipe. It will be just fine if you just used one frozen fruit and 2 fresh ones.
• As mentioned in Almond Milk Protein Shake (https://www.greedygourmet.com/recipes-for-diets/gluten-free/chocolate-banana-protein-shake/), I have a permanent stash of frozen bananas in the fridge for when a smoothie craving hits. Pro Tip: let the bananas become overripe before peeling and chopping them up. Much sweeter!
• If you’re not vegan, substitute the almond milk and dairy free yogurt with the cow versions.
• Not a fan of yogurt, add more milk instead.
• 15ml (1 tbsp) of maple syrup can be used instead of dates. Add more or omit altogether; do whatever you like!
• If you’d like to have a bit of protein in the smoothie, let 15g (1 tbsp) of chia seeds soak in the milk first before proceeding to blend everything together. A scoop of collagen or two will work too!

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Blend
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size:
• Calories: 342
• Sugar: 38.8 g
• Sodium: 145.6 mg
• Fat: 9.1 g
• Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Carbohydrates: 54.2 g
• Fiber: 7.7 g
• Protein: 15.7 g
• Cholesterol: 18.5 mg

Spare yourself the extra expense and make the cocktail for a mere fraction of the price. Plus, it'll give you a good excuse to purchase a good bottle of gin which you can reuse for other delicious cocktails like the famous gin and tonic.

Allow yourself to put your feet up after work and sip away! Besides, making this gin and ginger beer cocktail recipe is really a piece of cake.

gin and ginger beer cocktail

Ultimately, this gin and ginger beer cocktail is a mixture of Gordon's gin, lemon juice, ginger beer and caster sugar. Naturally, it is beautifully decorated with lime slices and mint leaves for garnish. 

At the risk of sounding like a complete skinflint, I’d like to moan and groan about cocktail prices in restaurants, bars and night clubs. Am I the only one who thinks they are hideously overpriced?! 

The cheapest cocktail I’ve come across was £4, which was served in a teeny-weeny glass. More typically, though, they're liable to set you back a ludicrous £15 at an upmarket restaurant.

By making this gin and ginger beer cocktail, I am about to prove a point. You don't have to spend millions on overpriced cocktails in the city centre. Just make this simple gin and ginger beer cocktail recipe and you'll see what I'm talking about.

easy gin and ginger beer cocktail

Just as an example, I will tally up the cost of this drink.

• 30p a lemon. ½ a lemon = 15p
• sugar = 5p
• £1 for 1.5 litres of ginger beer. 250ml = 17p
• 70cl bottle of Gordon’s for £13. 30ml = 56p
• Total = 93p

So what exactly are we paying for when we order the same gin and ginger beer cocktail in a restaurant? The experience, the dishwasher, music and let’s not forget the all-important bartender.

He’d better be Robert Pattinson-cute, and showing off his biceps in a tight shirt if we are to pay the restaurant some 300-1000% in profits. These establishments are notorious for committing daylight robbery in the alcohol drinks department. It’s a wonder the public hasn’t spoken up yet!

If I still haven’t convinced you to prepare your own cocktail, at least order it without ice to get the most bang for your buck. For the converts, get creative with your cocktails and enjoy yourself at home, it’s dangerous to drink and drive anyway.

gin and ginger beer or ale

Obviously, this recipe calls for the use of ginger beer. However, you can also use the not-so-distant cousin of ginger beer, which is ginger ale. In comparison to ginger beer, ginger ale is slightly less spicy.

Needless to say, that both the ginger beer and ginger ale are non-alcoholic beverages, so you can easily switch between the two.

I'd say that the main difference between ginger beer and ginger ale is that ginger beer is more robust because it undergoes fermentation during the (non-alcoholic) brewing process. Whereas, ginger ale is simply ginger-flavoured carbonated water.

So, for a more robust cocktail, make the gin and ginger beer version.

My favourite type of ginger beer to drink – either on its own or in this gin and ginger beer cocktail – is Old Jamaica Ginger Beer! It never disappoints.

gin and fresh ginger cocktail

First of all, you can enhance the flavour of the cocktail by grating fresh ginger into it. The best method, of course, would be to juice raw ginger and pour the juice into the cocktail.

Careful though, as raw ginger has a very spicy and peppery flavour as well as taste. You'll need to watch out for the portion control as too much raw ginger juice might overpower your gin and ginger beer cocktail.

Next, you can also consider leaving out the ginger beer element and make ginger soda yourself. All you'll need to do is add carbonated water into the juice of raw ginger and you're all set.

My advice is, that if you follow this method, you might need to add a slightly higher amount of sugar. Otherwise, your gin and fresh ginger cocktail will be too sharp and bitter.

ginger beer cocktails

Other variations of gin and ginger beer cocktails you should try include adding a pinch of elderflower liqueur. The best option would be to add a spoonful of the famous liqueur Saint Germain. It's an excellent way to incorporate the subtle flavours of elderflower.

Otherwise, for a more fresh and cooling taste, you can also add fresh slices of cucumber, as is sometimes done in a gin and tonic. The cucumber will act as a refreshing element and will work well with the mint and lime juice.

cocktail with ice or no ice

If you wish to turn this gin and ginger beer cocktail into a long drink, then I recommend adding ice cubes or crushed ice as done in mojitos. If you leave out the ice, then make sure that your alcohol and the ginger beer is extra cold. Plus, your drink will be stronger.

serving the gin and ginger beer cocktail

It doesn't matter what glass you choose to serve this cocktail in. If you will be serving ice, then you should opt for a longer glass that holds more volume. Otherwise, you can make this a short drink, too.

Decorate with slices of citrus fruits. Garnish with mint. You can also decorate with exotic fruits like pineapple or strawberries. In the end, you can also add a little straw umbrella to fit the occasion.

Just don't use a plastic straw due to the obvious problems with plastic. Use one of these plastic straw alternatives and stay environmentally friendly.

other cocktails that might interest you

Other festive drinks you might want to serve include the long beach iced tea, which is based on cranberry juice. Be aware, it's really strong.

Otherwise, go for a lighter beverage such as a buck's fizz (half champagne and half orange juice). The Incredible Hulk Drink is alluringly green and potent though!

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Ginger Beer & Gin Cocktail

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• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 1 serving

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Make this gin and ginger beer cocktail recipe at home and save on the extra expense you would incur in a restaurant. Put your feet up & enjoy the cocktail.

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Ingredients

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• 2 parts gin
• juice of half a lemon
• 5ml (1 tsp) caster sugar
• ginger beer
• ice cubes
• orange slice to garnish
• mint leaves to garnish

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Instructions

1. Place the gin, lemon juice and sugar in a glass and stir. Add the ice cubes and top off with ginger beer. Stir gently and serve immediately.

Notes

• If you are lucky enough to own a cocktail shaker then shake the gin, sugar and lemon juice with some of the ice, strain into the glass and top off with ginger beer. Stir gently and serve.
• Just multiply the ingredients according to how many people you serve.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Category: Drinks
• Method: Mix
• Cuisine: British

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 302
• Sugar: 26.15 g
• Sodium: 55 mg
• Fat: 12.75 g
• Saturated Fat: 11.15 g
• Carbohydrates: 31 g
• Protein: 2.45 g

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