Orange Creamsicle
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Orange Creamsicle
Description
Orange Creamsicle mixes vanilla ice cream with fresh orange juice and a splash of vodka, creating a frothy blend achieved by thoroughly pulverizing ice cubes in a blender. The pulp-free orange juice ensures a smooth texture while the vanilla ice cream adds a creamy sweetness. Blending on increasing speed produces a consistency somewhere between a milkshake and a margarita. The addition of vodka infuses a mild alcoholic warmth with flavors that can vary depending on the infused vodka used.
Serving the cocktail in a chilled martini glass with an orange twist enhances its presentation and aroma. The texture is icy yet creamy, making it feel light but satisfying. The drink tends to settle if left standing, so stirring before serving is recommended to maintain uniformity.
This cocktail can be made vegan by using dairy-free vanilla ice cream, and choosing specialty vodkas makes it adaptable for dietary preferences such as gluten-free or kosher.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 tablespoons vanilla ice cream (whole fat tastes best - or use dairy free vanilla ice cream to make vegan)
- 1 1/2 ounces orange juice (pulp free)
- 1 ounce vodka orange or mandarin-infused vodka, vanilla or citrus
- 5 ice cubes (2 ounces of ice)
- orange for garnish (optional, twist
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend on low, then slowly increase speed to high. Blend for at least 30 seconds, until the ice is fully pulverized and a frothy texture is obtained. The end result should be icy and creamy, somewhere between a milkshake and a margarita.Pour into a chilled martini glass and garnish with an orange twist. Serve immediately. This drink tends to settle over prolonged periods of time; if that happens, simply stir to reincorporate.
Notes
- To make this vegan, substitute dairy-free vanilla ice cream.
- Choose a gluten-free potato-based vodka for gluten-free needs.
- Use kosher-certified ingredients to maintain kosher standards.
- Serve immediately after blending as the texture will settle over time; stir to reincorporate if needed.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1cocktail
Amount Per Serving
Calories 161 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 161kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 16mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 34mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 159mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 241IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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