If you like horchata, you will love this Vanilla RumChata Milkshake. It’s a fast, easy, 4-ingredient summer dessert that will cool you off on a hot day. I’m always in the mood for a boozy milkshake, and this one is a favorite. If you’re looking for RumChata recipes, you have come to the right place!
It feels like only yesterday that I first shared my love of horchata, as well as a recipe for a homemade version with cardamom. If you have no idea what I’m talking about, horchata is a beverage made from white rice, and it has become one of my favorite special occasion drinks. When Jeff and I visit his family in Tucson, I always make sure to order some at one of the local Mexican restaurants. I can sometimes find it for sale around DC at taco trucks.
I love adding a bit of rum to horchata, so when I first discovered RumChata, it was love at first sight. Was I actually looking at a bottled horchata liqueur? Why yes. Yes I was. I was smitten. It was love at first taste.
My next thought was “what deliciousness can I create around this drink?” I made this sweet RumChata milkshake the very next day.
What does RumChata taste like?
Rumchata has a unique flavor that’s similar to horchata, but my brother also accurately described it as tasting like milk that’s been steeped in Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal (with some rum mixed in, obviously). If you like sweet cream-based liqueurs like Bailey’s Irish Cream, you’ll love RumChata.
Recipe Notes
- Ice cream brands and fat content DO make a difference. I prefer using Ben & Jerry’s or Haagen Dazs most of the time. They’re a bit more expensive for a reason. The milkshake will be totally decadent! Don’t use low fat ice cream in a milkshake. Treat yourself.
- That being said, if you’re making milkshakes for a larger group, you can get away with a cheaper ice cream. Don’t make more than 2 servings at a time, since you want the milkshake to stay frozen.
- Use whatever milk or cream you have. Whole versus skim won’t actually make much of a difference here when matched against ice cream and RumChata.
- This will also work with other liqueurs! It’s a great base recipe for boozy milkshakes. Try swapping out the RumChata for Baileys, Kahlua, etc.
Looking For More RumChata Recipes?
Be sure to check out my Dark Chocolate Chunk RumChata Cookies! If you like RumChata, you might also like my Homemade Irish Cream Liqueur!
Vanilla RumChata Milkshake
Ingredients
- 1 cup vanilla ice cream
- 1/4 cup RumChata liqueur, or to taste
- 1/4 cup milk or heavy cream, or as needed
- Ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- Puree the ice cream, RumChata and milk in a blender.
- Pour into a serving glass and top liberally with cinnamon.
- Serve immediately!
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Sneh | Cook Republic says
This sounds so cool! I have never even had Horchata before but I want to try this! x
Jennifer Farley says
Try making some! It’s very easy and homemade is much better than the canned versions. If you use my recipe above and omit the cardamom you have basic horchata!
Shellina says
Omg you’re my favorite. And you’re right, it IS hot out. Rock it.
Jackie {Domestic Fits} says
RumChata?! I think I need to try that. Living so close to Mexico, we get some fantastic Mexican food, and of course Horchata at every gas station in the land. It’s amazing, but the homemade version at the mom & pop style Mexican joints is always fabulous. Love this idea.
Jennifer Farley says
I am so jealous about the Mexican food in CA. It’s my favorite thing about visiting Tucson every Christmas. Mexican food around here doesn’t hold a candle and none of the places serve horchata!
Averie @ Averie Cooks says
Omg I make my own horchata – why haven’t I ever put rum in it? This looks CRAZY GOOD Jen! Pinned!
Jennifer Farley says
This is some epic deliciousness. Horchata was meant to be a mixed drink!
Bianca @ Confessions of a Chocoholic says
I LOVE Rumchata!! This milkshake sounds amazing. I’ll want it for breakfast, too :)
Joanne @ Fifteen Spatulas says
I have never had Horchata, let alone Rumchata. I need to fix this!
Kristi says
I have heard so much about Rumchata. I can’t wait to try it.
Julie @ Table for Two says
I need this right now!!!!
Amy @Very Culinary says
This makes me want to start drinking booze.
Tieghan says
It I drank I would be all over this! Amazing!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Now that looks like such an amazing milkshake! I would love one of those this summer.
Kate@Diethood says
My kinda breakfast!! How else would I get through the day?!? ;-D This sounds so good, Jen!
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
Yes please to rum and milkshakes for breakfast!
Gerry @ Foodness Gracious says
I love horchata! I wonder where you could draw the line…vodchata, bourbchata, whiskchata… ;)
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
What an incredible milkshake!! Yum!!