Bourbon Bushwacker

A big theme in 1960s and ‘70s singles bars was the offering of sweeter drinks that would supposedly appeal more to women. This drink is based on the Bushwacker, which originated on the Gulf Coast. Its inclusion in this month’s group of recipes is meant to represent the creamy, coffee-laced category that includes such famous cocktails as the White Russian and Mudslide.

INGREDIENTS

2 oz. overproof bourbon
2 oz. cold brew concentrate
1 oz. coconut cream
1 teaspoon amaretto
½ teaspoon Angostura bitters
½ cup vanilla ice cream*
Pebble ice, for blending
Chocolate syrup, for glass
Cocktail cherry, for garnish
Coffee bean, for garnish
Nutmeg, for garnish

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ABV LEVEL

Combine first six ingredients in a blender and add ⅓ cup pebble ice. Blend until well combined. Decorate the inside of a hurricane glass or similar with chocolate syrup. Pour contents of blender into the glass. Garnish with a cocktail cherry on a pick laid across the glass. Grate coffee bean and nutmeg atop. Serve with a straw.

*if you can’t find overproof bourbon and are using something below 100 proof, bring the ice cream measure down to ⅓ cup.