Birthday Cake Whiskey Cocktail
The Birthday Cake Whiskey Cocktail combines the smooth warmth of whiskey with the creamy sweetness of vanilla and cream liqueurs, it’s topped with whipped cream and sprinkles for a festive finish. Perfect for birthdays, parties, or anytime you want a dessert-like cocktail.
Ingredients
- 2 oz whiskey bourbon or Irish whiskey
- 1 oz vanilla liqueur e.g., Licor 43 or vanilla vodka
- 1 oz cream liqueur e.g., Baileys or RumChata
- 1 oz heavy cream
- ½ oz simple syrup adjust to taste
- Whipped cream for garnish
- Sprinkles for garnish
- Ice enough to fill the shaker
Instructions
- Rim a rocks glass with sprinkles by dipping the rim in simple syrup or water, then rolling it in sprinkles. Set aside.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the whiskey, vanilla liqueur, cream liqueur, heavy cream, simple syrup, and a handful of ice.
- Shake the mixture vigorously for 15–20 seconds to combine and create a frothy texture.
- Taste the mixture. Add more simple syrup if needed for sweetness or a dash of cream for extra richness.
- Using a fine mesh strainer, pour the cocktail into the prepared glass.
- Top with a swirl of whipped cream and a generous sprinkle of sprinkles for a festive touch.
- Serve immediately while chilled and enjoy the celebration in a glass!