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# Festive Cookie Cocktails
This Disney Christmas Cocktail is a Delicious Adult Milkshake

By M | Published 2014-12-22 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-cocktail
References: [disneyfoodblog](http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2014/12/19/holiday-happy-hour-recipe-the-christmas-cookie-cocktail/) & [disneyfoodblog](http://www.disneyfoodblog.com)

When it comes to Christmas cocktails this season, there is no need to ditch your sweet tooth thanks to the Cookie Cocktail designed by [Disney's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-parks-holidays-cookbook) cruise line. This deliciously decadent drink cleverly turns the concept of a cookie milkshake into an adult-friendly beverage.

To appease the adults on-board its cruise ships, Disney created this luxurious milkshake cocktail that combines holiday flavors with rich liqueurs. To make this Christmas Cookie Cocktail begin by combining one ounce of [Baileys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baileys-mudslide) [Irish Cream](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baileys-swap-the-small-talk-pack), peppermint schnapps and Kahlua into a blender along with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce. Once everything is blended, pour the mixture into a milkshake glass and add whipped cream and cookie shavings for decoration.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.2/10
- Popularity: 24% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Sweet Tooth Cocktails:** Opportunity for creating adult-friendly drinks that combine sweet flavors with rich liqueurs.
- **Decadent Milkshake Cocktails:** Innovation in creating luxurious milkshake cocktails with holiday-themed flavors.
- **Creative Holiday Cocktails:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for designing festive cocktails that mimic favorite desserts.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Hospitality:** Opportunity for cruise lines and bars to offer unique and indulgent cocktail experiences.
- **Food and Beverage:** Innovation in creating new drink recipes and flavors to appeal to adults with a sweet tooth.
- **Event Planning and Entertainment:** Creating themed cocktails for holiday parties and events, offering unique and memorable drink options.

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