Cocktail recipe

Bushwacker recipe.

Bushwacker brings Dark rum and Coffee Liqueur, Creme de cacao, and Coconut Cream together in a smooth, dessert-leaning cocktail with real structure.

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Bushwacker

Description

The appeal of Bushwacker is immediate: it has a strong flavour direction without becoming complicated. The recipe combines Dark rum, Coffee Liqueur, Creme de cacao, Coconut Cream, and Milk. The goal is silkiness rather than simple sweetness: proper chilling and controlled dilution keep the base visible beneath the richer ingredients.

It works especially well after dinner or when you want one drink to feel like a small occasion in its own right. Use fresh ice and serve promptly so the texture and aroma arrive at their best.

Ingredients

  • 30 ml Dark rum
  • 20 ml Coffee Liqueur
  • 20 ml Creme de cacao
  • 30 ml Coconut Cream
  • 30 ml Milk
  • 1 piece Ice
  • Orange Twist

Equipment needed

Cocktail Shaker – Used to chill, dilute and integrate the cocktail before serving. Muddler – Useful for gently pressing herbs, fruit or sugar when building the drink. Fine Mesh Strainer – Use for a polished double-strain when citrus, fruit or herbs are shaken.

Instructions

  1. Add the liquid ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake hard for 12 to 15 seconds until the drink is properly chilled.
  3. Fine strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice or served straight up.
  4. Garnish to echo the main flavour and serve immediately.

Recommended glassware

Coupe Glass
Coupe Glass (recommended)

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Highball Glass
Highball Glass

A tall everyday glass for mixed drinks with ice and a longer pour.

Useful alternative if the primary glass is not available.

240–350 ml Tall cylindrical shape with room for ice and mixer.

Best for: Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy, Scotch Highball, Rum and Coke, Mojito variations.

Garnish: Good for wedges, spears, herbs, and long-drink garnishes.

Quick facts

5 mins Easy Approx. 16% ABV 0.3 units 255 kcal Fresh ice Mocktail option
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