Coconut Dream Cream” Shot
A luscious, dessert-inspired shooter with tropical vanilla-coconut flavors
Ingredients
1 oz coconut rum (Malibu or premium small-batch)
1 oz vanilla vodka (or regular vodka + ¼ tsp vanilla extract)
1 oz heavy cream (or coconut milk for vegan)
Whipped cream topping
Garnish options:
Toasted coconut flakes
Graham cracker rim
Grated nutmeg
Instructions
Prep the Glass
Rim a chilled shot glass with graham cracker crumbs (optional):
Dip rim in vanilla syrup or cream
Roll in finely crushed crumbs
Mix the Drink
In a shaker with ice, combine:
Coconut rum
Vanilla vodka
Heavy cream
Shake 10-12 seconds until frothy
Strain & Garnish
Fine-strain into the glass
Pipe whipped cream into a dome
Top with toasted coconut or chocolate shavings
Flavor Profile
First sip: Cold, creamy vanilla
Mid-palate: Tropical coconut richness
Finish: Sweet, lingering warmth
Pro Tips
For texture: Use coconut cream instead of milk
Adult upgrade: Add ½ oz coffee liqueur
Presentation: Serve on a mini dessert plate with:
Side of chocolate-dipped biscotti
Coffee bean garnish
Variations
Name Twist
Frozen Blend with ½ cup ice
Spiced Rim with cinnamon sugar
Zero-Proof Use coconut syrup + vanilla creamer
Perfect for:
Birthday parties 🎉
After-dinner treats 🍰
Tropical-themed events 🌴
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