We recently tried the Espresso Martini Gelato Milkshake and the Maple-Pecan Bourbon Milkshake, now available at the Whispering Canyon Cafe at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge.
Espresso Martini Gelato Shake – $19
Freshly brewed Joffrey’s Espresso, Absolut Vodka, Mozart Chocolate Liqueur, and French Vanilla Gelato topped with Sweet Cream
This was a very light and creamy milkshake with subtle hints of liquor and coffee. It was definitely a very good and tasty adult drink. We could taste the heavier flavors, but they complement the rest of the shake rather than overtaking it. We highly recommend this!
The shake can be quite filling, so we recommend getting it at the end of your meal so guests don’t spoil their brunch or dinner.
Guests who don’t enjoy a normal espresso, martini, coffee, or vodka would not enjoy this drink.
Review out of 7: 6
Maple-Pecan Bourbon Milkshake – $18
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon, French Vanilla Gelato, and Maple and Pecan Syrups topped with Whipped Cream, Caramel, and Pecans
We don’t know who thought mixing bourbon with milk was a great idea, and unfortunately, we don’t think it was well executed here. The bourbon completely overtakes the drink to the point where we couldn’t taste the maple, pecans, or even the vanilla.
It was heavy, bitter, and made us feel gross after drinking it. However, if guests enjoy bourbon and milkshakes, this might be the treat for them. Otherwise, stick with the non-alcoholic version, which is also available.
Guests should be warned that the bourbon hits hard, especially on that first sip.
Review out of 7: 2
New Food and Beverage Items
Last month, Walt Disney World announced some new breakfast, churro, and drink options that will be available at the resort. Here are all the frozen shake options:
Without Alcohol
- S’mores Gelato Milkshake: S’mores milkshake with Belgian chocolate & French vanilla gelato, toasted marshmallow, chocolate bar, and graham cracker
- Connections Eatery at EPCOT
- Steamboat Willie Milkshake: Blended hand-dipped cookies ‘n cream ice cream topped with whipped cream, cookies and cream churros, a sugar cookie, and a cherry
- The Plaza Restaurant at Magic Kingdom Park
With Alcohol
- Espresso Martini Milkshake: Absolut Vodka and Mozart Chocolate Liqueur blended with espresso and hand-scooped vanilla ice cream, topped with sweet cream
- Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Check out the full list of new food and beverage items.
Check out our other reviews of recently released food and beverage items, including Strawberry Pancakes and Waffles, Fruit Cereal Pancakes and Waffles, and the DOLE Whip Pineapple with Chili-Lime and Churro Sundae.
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