Mudslide Cocktail: Creamy, Boozy and Ready in 5 Minutes

But don’t be fooled. With three different liquors, this decadent dessert drink provides an alcohol kick that can’t be denied.

What Is a Mudslide?

If you’re new to Mudslides, you’re in for a wonderful experience that mixes coffee, chocolate and pure decadence. However, before we explain what a Mudslide is, let’s start with what it isn’t.

A Mudslide isn’t complicated to craft. It’s not vegan. And it isn’t particularly healthy.

Instead, a Mudslide is a decadently rich shaken cocktail thanks to three of its ingredients – coffee liqueur, Irish cream liqueur and cream. Vodka adds an extra kick to the equation.

Those who choose to add chocolate sprinkles take the creamy cocktail one step further. If you’re on the fence, we say go for it!

History of the Mudslide

Based on the over-the-top decadence of a Mudslide, you might think that the cocktail was invented in the US. You would be wrong.

You might also think that the Mudslide was invented in the UK since its creaminess rivals that of England’s Eggnog. You would be wrong again.

Surprise! The Mudslide’s roots trace back to the Cayman Islands. Legend has it that a clever bartender crafted the original Mudslide as a variation of the White Russian while working at the Rum Point Club’s Wreck Bar.

That mixology magic occurred during the 1970s. A half-century later, the island beach bar serves a version with cinnamon, a cherry, and a shot of Kahlúa. Bars around the world have their own versions as do we.

Ingredients

You can count the ingredients for crafting a Mudslide on one hand unless you’re counting ice as an ingredient. Then you’ll need two hands. An easier option is to follow the following list:

How to Craft a Mudslide at Home

The first step in this recipe is to measure the three liquors. After you measure each, pour it directly into the shaker. We use a Japanese jigger to ensure an accurate measurement and a clean pour.

The second step is to measure the cream and pour it into the shaker.

The third step is to add ice to the shaker and vigorously ‘shake shake shake’. This step should take about 10 seconds or until your hands feel cold.

The fourth step is to strain the viscous mixture into a coupe glass.

Garnishing the Mudslide with chocolate sprinkles is an extra step that goes a long way. The tiny confectionary bits add both extra flavor and a decorative panache.

Variations

We suspect that you’ll be thoroughly satisfied with our Mudslide recipe. However, feel free to try one or more of the following variations if you’re feeling adventurous:

Instructions

• Pour liqueurs and cream into a shaker.
• Add ice and shake vigorously until ingredients are mixed and chilled.
• Strain into a coupe glass.
• Optional – Garnish with chocolate sprinkles.

Notes

• You can garnish this cocktail with shaved chocolate instead of chocolate sprinkles.
• You can use a lowball or small martini glass if you don’t have a coupe glass.

What is a Mudslide cocktail?

A Mudslide is a decadently rich shaken cocktail crafted with vodka, coffee liqueur, Irish cream liqueur and cream.

Where was the Mudslide invented?

The Mudslide was invented in the Cayman Islands.

What are the ingredients in a Mudslide?

Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Irish Cream Liqueur, Cream, Chocolate Sprinkles (optional) and Ice (for shaking)

What’s the best vodka for a Mudslide?

Any vodka will work in the White Russian recipe.

Is the Mudslide shaken or stirred?

What’s the best glass for a Mudslide?

We like to serve this cocktail in a coupe glass but you could use a small martini glass instead.