This Elysian Split Shot Espresso Milk Stout Beer Milkshake is rich and full-bodied with a strong espresso flavor. It makes for a great milkshake!
You guysssss... I’m back from Alaska and can I just tell you – it was an incredible, life-changing experience. Simply amazing. Not only was the scenery beautiful, but the food/drinks were to die for.
Over the next several weeks, I’ll share my photos and the Press Trip of a lifetime where I toured restaurants, breweries and distilleries in Juneau, Haines, Anchorage, Soldotna, Sterling and Homer. Alaska alone is an incredibly beautiful and breath-taking state, but their food, beer and spirits? Fabulous!
I hope you will all follow me where I write about the adventure and experience over at The Daily Meal.
With the spirit of Alaska still resonating in my heart and my mind, I’m sharing a drink recipe today using a craft beer from one of our local breweries, Elysian Brewing in Seattle, WA.
And, if you are one of those lovely people that don’t like beer, I’d like to try to convince you. 🙂
All of my close friends know that I love beer of all kinds. My favorite beers tend to be stouts or dark beers, but I also won’t turn down a Pilsner, IPA, Amber, Red or Brown. I guess I’m an EOBL (equal opportunity beer lover), and I’m always willing to give anything a try.
But, this Espresso Milk Stout Ale had me at hello.
When one my dear friends introduced me to this Elysian Split Shot Espresso Milk Stout Beer, I was really excited to try it. Alone, it’s a strong espresso flavored stout beer that’s very drinkable.
But, when mixed with ice cream? Divine!
The Split Shot Espresso Milk Stout combines the talents of Elysian Brewing and Stumptown Coffee in a deliciously smooth, very Northwest beer.
What is so great about this cocktail is, it’s only two ingredients: ice cream and this Split Shot Espresso Milk Stout Beer. It doesn’t get much easier or better than that.
Try it – you will love it!
Enjoy!
Espresso Milk Stout Beer Milkshake
Ingredients
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1 12-ounce bottle Elysian Split Shot Espresso Milk Stout Beer
Instructions
- Place ice cream in a blender and pour one bottle of Elysian Split Shot Espresso Milk Stout Beer over the top. Cover with the lid and liquefy until thoroughly mixed.
- Serve immediately.
marcie says
I loved seeing your Alaska pics on FB and IG — you looked like you were having a wonderful time! I can’t wait to hear more. 🙂 And this milkshake sounds so good! Of course I’m sold on the espresso stout, and in a milkshake even better! Pinned.
Kristi says
Oh Marcie – I canNOT wait to share Alaska with you. Absolutely the trip of a lifetime. Over 2,000 photos and the most incredible food/drink I’ve ever had. And this milkshake? Such a perfect end to missing Alaska. Fresh, easy and incredibly tasty. You would love it. Thank you for the pin darling! xoxo
Josefine says
How exiting you’ve been to Alaska!!! I can’t wait to hear more about it 😀
This looks devine!
Kristi says
Josefine, it was amazing! I can’t wait to share it. Glad you like the Beer Milkshake!
Marissa | Pinch and Swirl says
Oh wow, this looks incredible. Rich, refreshing and boozy, three of my favorite things. 🙂
Kristi says
Hahaha! I love your definition of favorite things Marissa. I swear, we were separated at birth! Love you girl!
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
Sounds like an amazing trip, and this sounds like a milkshake right up my alley! What a treat!
Kristi says
It was Patricia, and I can’t wait to share pics. So glad you like the milkshake!
Carla says
I’m a big fan of both espresso and stout, especially in milkshakes!
Kristi says
Me too Carla! They were made for each other – I’m sure of it! 🙂
Anjelina says
I am also like this Carla. I love to drink espresso and stout, mostly in milkshakes! I love it too much. 🙂
Kristi says
Haha! Me too Angelina. You’ll love this milkshake then! 🙂
Julie | This Gal Cooks says
You just won my heart with this shake. I love a good craft beer, and lately, I’ve been into the stouts. If I’m ever in the northwest, I’ll have to look for this beer!
Kristi says
Yes! Julie, call me, and I’ll take you to all the cool stout places! 🙂
[email protected] says
I’m so glad you had such a good time in Alaska! What an amazing trip! I like my beer and I like my milkshakes so I am sure I would totally dig this stout milkshake. 🙂
Kristi says
You would totally dig it Christin! I know you’d love it. And, I’m excited to share Alaska with you!
[email protected] in the Kitchen says
This milkshake looks Ah-mazing!!!! Your trip to Alaska looked so incredible Kristi. I can’t wait to hear all about it!!
Kristi says
Thanks Renee! I can’t wait to go through all the pictures and share it with all of you! xoxo
[email protected] says
Wow I love this take on milkshake! Using stout beer! That´s a new one for me..
Kristi says
Thanks Johlene – you have to try it. Who knows, it might be great in a cupcake too. Have you tried that? If anyone can make it work – you definitely can! xoxo
[email protected] says
Stout beer is delicious in cakes!I have a great recipe 🙂
Kristi says
That is awesome Johlene! If you’ve posted it on the blog, you need to give me a link, because I’d love to try it! Yum…I can taste it already!
Laura ~ Raise Your Garden says
Haha, I’m one of those (haha lovely) people who have never drunk beer! But I love it in recipes. When I was pregnant, all I wanted was cheesy beer soup. Hmmm and I wonder why I gained 55 pounds?!? But I’ve never and it solo and certainly never considered popping it in a milkshake. But food cooked in beer is very tasty. I guess I have a lot to learn!!!
Kristi says
OMGosh Laura!… that is amazing. Beer is my drink of choice (vs. wine or hard alcohol). And, I love cooking with it. Just think, you have a very exciting culinary journey ahead of you as you try more and more ways to use beer! I say have fun with it! Haha!
Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen says
So my husband is trying to find a beer that he likes and I suggested a milk stout. I’m so going to find this one for him!
Kristi says
Great idea Katrina! It’s very drinkable, especially if he loves espresso and dark beers (stouts)! And, if he doesn’t like it that way, try it blended with ice cream – that will definitely change his mind! 🙂
Cailee @ http://hellohealthyeating.com says
Wow!! This looks so fun! 🙂 What a neat recipe!! 🙂
Kristi says
Thanks Cailee. Probably not healthy eating 🙂 (sorry, darling!), but definitely tasty! I guess it’s ok for an indulge. 🙂
[email protected] says
This is such a genius idea!! Never thought to use beer in milkshakes!!
Kristi says
You’d be surprised how amazing it is Ami! No milk necessary and if you get a Chocolate Stout, it adds incredible flavor too. There are so many great flavored craft beers, I just had to try it and now I’m hooked!
Sam @ SugarSpunRun says
I’d LOVE to go to Alaska, so jealous! And I bet my husband would LOVE this beer, I’m not much of a beer drinker but he is. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Kristi says
So glad that your husband will like it Sam. And, I have to tell you – if you ever get a chance to go to Alaska – you have to go! It’s absolutely a magical place!
Harriet Emily says
Mmmm!! Now this looks like liquid heaven. I love that you used ice cream to make this – what a delicious treat! The cherry on top looks perfect too! 🙂
Kristi says
Haha! Thanks Harriet! It was liquid heaven and I’ve had it several times. Its so easy (two ingredients) and incredibly tasty – you will love it!
[email protected] says
what a neat trip! i am one of those non-beer lovers but this milkshake sure tempts me…
Kristi says
You should totally try it Anna – you might be surprised! Especially if you love coffee and/or espresso!
Juliana says
This is such a nice milkshake Kristi…it sure sounds delicious! Alaska…we went last year and loved it! Look forward to see the pictures.
Have a great weekend 🙂
Kristi says
Thanks Juliana! Alaska is breath-taking and beautiful! You’re right – I loved it too!