Texas Sling
A decadent, frozen dessert cocktail featuring a potent blend of coffee and almond liqueurs, Irish cream, and high-proof rum, smoothed out with fresh cream.
What it tastes like
The aroma is dominated by roasted coffee and sweet almond notes from the liqueurs. The palate is heavy and rich with dairy, finishing with a noticeable heat from the overproof rum. The texture is thick and icy, similar to a milkshake, leaving a lingering sweetness of cocoa and cream.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Kahlua0.5 oz
- Irish Cream0.5 oz
- Amaretto0.5 oz
- Bacardi 151 Proof Rum0.5 oz
- Heavy Cream1 oz
- Ice1 ml
- Whipped Cream1 ml
Preparation
- 1
Add the Kahlua, Irish cream, Amaretto, 151 proof rum, heavy cream, and ice into a blender.
- 2
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and frosty.
- 3
Pour the contents into a wine glass.
- 4
Top generously with whipped cream and serve immediately.
Substitutions
- Bacardi 151 Proof RumOverproof Bourbon — This adds a charred oak and vanilla profile while maintaining the high alcohol content.
- KahluaTia Maria — This provides a less sugary coffee flavour with more pronounced vanilla notes.
- Heavy CreamCoconut Cream — This introduces a tropical fat profile that pairs well with the rum and coffee.
- Irish CreamRumChata — Replacing the dairy liqueur with this spice-forward alternative adds cinnamon and rice notes.
Variations
Mocha Texas Sling
Add one tablespoon of chocolate syrup to the blender to emphasize the cocoa notes in the coffee and Irish cream.
Spiced Texas Sling
Dust the whipped cream with ground cinnamon and nutmeg to add a dry, aromatic spice layer to the drink's surface.