Looking for a cozy winter drink? Try our straightforward Hummer Cocktail recipe! The blend of coffee liqueur, light rum, and vanilla ice cream makes it an irresistible treat.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 539
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Coffee Liqueur
- 1½ oz Light Rum
- 2 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream
- 1 scoop crushed ice
- Cocoa powder - optional, for garnish
Equipment
- Blender
- Measuring Jigger
- Old Fashioned glass for serving
- Straw
Instructions
- Prep Blender: Place 2 scoops Vanilla Ice Cream in your blender.
- Add Coffee Liqueur: Pour 1½ oz Coffee Liqueur into the blender.
- Add Rum: Measure and pour 1½ oz Light Rum into the blender.
- Add Ice and Blend: Add 1 scoop crushed ice and blend until smooth.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into a glass and sprinkle with cocoa powder. Serve immediately.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Coffee Liqueur: If you don't have coffee liqueur, you can use chocolate liqueur for a different flavor profile. I've also used espresso mixed with sugar syrup as a quick substitute.
- Light Rum: Aged rum or even spiced rum also work well in this cocktail. Feel free to experiment with your favorite bottles, or even with a blend of several rums!
- Vanilla Ice Cream: You can use chocolate or caramel ice cream for a different take on this cocktail. For a dairy-free option, coconut milk ice cream works great and adds an interesting twist to the flavor.
Making a Pitcher of Hummer Cocktail:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 12 oz of coffee liqueur, 12 oz of light rum, 16 scoops of vanilla ice cream and approximately 6 cups of crushed ice.
- Blend: In a large blender, combine the coffee liqueur, light rum, vanilla ice cream and crushed ice. Blend until smooth.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into individual glasses Old Fashioned or rocks glasses. Add a straw, sprinkle a bit of cocoa powder on top and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Coffee Liqueur Substitute: You can use coffee syrup, or even an espresso mixed with a bit of simple syrup, as a substitute for the coffee liqueur.
- Light Rum Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic light rum; these are available and reasonably mimic rum's flavor. If you’re feeling crafty, you can also make your own rum substitute by infusing together rooibos tea and a bunch of spices of your liking (vanilla, cinnamon, clove, allspice and banana are always a good way to start). Mix all the ingredients together, add hot water, cover and let it infuse for at least 3h (the stronger the better, so if you have time let it infuse overnight. In that case, you can either let it rest in the fridge once the liquid has cooled down). Give it a taste, adjust the spice level if necessary and strain it once you’re happy with the result. Stored properly (in an airtight container in the fridge), this “tea-rum” can be kept for up to a week.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
- Vanilla Ice Cream Substitute: Use a vegan-friendly ice cream substitute, such as almond milk or coconut milk ice cream. These alternatives work well and maintain the creamy texture of the cocktail.
- Coffee Liqueur: Just make sure that the brand you’re using is vegan friendly (Kahlua, one of the most popular options on the market, is not vegan-friendly).
What is a Hummer Cocktail?
A Hummer Cocktail is a rum-based frozen cocktail made of coffee liqueur, light rum, and vanilla ice cream. Despite its luxurious taste, it’s not difficult to make at all. You only need the three ingredients, crushed ice and a blender to mix them into a smooth, indulgent drink. It stands out for its unique combination of flavors – the richness of the coffee liqueur blends perfectly with the sweetness of the ice cream and the kick from the rum.
What is a Hummer Cocktail made of – The ingredients
Before you start mixing your Hummer Cocktail, collect these ingredients:
- Coffee Liqueur: This adds a rich, deep coffee flavor to the cocktail, providing a robust base.
- Light Rum: It contributes to the alcoholic content and adds a subtle sweetness that complements the other ingredients.
- Vanilla Ice Cream: This gives the cocktail its creamy texture and sweet vanilla flavor, balancing out the strong flavors of the coffee liqueur and rum.
- Crushed Ice: Used to bring some dilution to the drink and ensure it stays cold for as long as possible.
