# Boozy Coconut Milkshakes This Rum-Containing and Hot Fudge-Drizzled Dessert is for Coconut Lovers By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-08-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-milkshake References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/lindsayn8/21-delicious-desserts-made-better-with-booze-e258) & [blog.westelm](http://blog.westelm.com/2014/08/14/boozy-coconut-milkshakes/) If you want to know what an island tastes like in dessert form, this rum and coconut milkshake would be it. Created by Jessica Merchant and featured on the Front & Main blog by West Elm, the boozy beverage is a delicious and decadent option you can treat yourself with before the summer ends. Sure to bring all the boys to your yard, the [alcoholic coconut hot fudge milkshake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tipsy-scoop-kraken-ship-wrecked) recipe is so food, you'll want to drink it all year round. To make your own rummy coconut milkshake, you will need coconut milk coconut-flavored ice cream, full fat coconut milk, coconut extract and [coconut rum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mozart-coconut-chocolate-liqueur). So you really need to love coconut. Whipped cream, toasted coconut flakes and hot fudge drizzle round things out in terms of topping. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Coconut Milkshake Trend:** Coconut milkshake is becoming a trendy and popular drink among young adults. - **Alcoholic Milkshake Trend:** Alcoholic milkshakes are gaining popularity as a dessert option at bars and restaurants. - **Coconut Flavor Trend:** Coconut flavor is becoming more prevalent in desserts and drinks, appealing to consumers seeking a tropical taste. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage Industry:** The food and beverage industry can introduce new lines of alcoholic milkshakes using unconventional ingredients such as coconut to attract young adults. - **Alcohol Industry:** The alcohol industry can create new flavored rums such as coconut rum to cater to the rising demand for tropical-flavored drinks. - **Hospitality Industry:** Hotels, restaurants and bars can offer alcoholic milkshakes with unique toppings such as toasted coconut flakes and hot fudge to enhance the dining experience for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Piña Colada-Inspired Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pineapple-coconut-shake.md) - [Vegan Coconut Cream Liqueurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creamy-creation-coconut-cream.md) - [Absinthe Milkshakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adult-milkshakes.md) - [Coconut Water Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coconut-water-cocktails.md) - [Ube-Coconut Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/konas-street-market.md) - [Collaboration Cookie Milkshakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freal-girl-scout-coconut-caramel-milkshake.md) - [Holiday Season Milkshake Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ritas-milkshakes.md) - [Alcohol-Infused Milkshakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pipers-ice-cream-bar.md) - [Coconut Milk Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-43-coco-milk.md)