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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I love the idea of rum in horchata – not sure it would work, but I’m thinking coconut rum (the only kind I really like)…
This totally works- it’s thick and creamy like Baileys but tastes like horchata. Addicting.
HOLY cow!! Rumchata! I’ve gotta find this!
Seriously – these fabulously boozy drinks are killing me! This sounds SO good :)
I so love this! Who would have thought and now I need some chata in my life.
Mmmm I want this — nay, NEED this.
How am I just now learning of Rumchata!?
Hello, gorgeous. I’d like to pick you up and guzzle you!
SOOOO tasty. Jen, I’m dying for a tall one of these!
making this soon… thanks for the recipe… we love rumchata……
I love that this is just 4 ingredients! It looks so refreshing and delicious. I love vanilla and cinnamon flavors around mid-summer. I get reminiscent of fall so much! :)
Oh my wow… You just made great even better!
Wow! As if I couldn’t love a milkshake more, you go and improve it ;)
Just made this Rum Chata Milkshakes, WOW, So easy and Delish! We need more vanilla ice cream.
I want to try this!!!!
Finally tried Rumchata. Loved it! Pretty sad its taken this long. Im looking forward to trying the milkshake : )