Looking for a sweet and creamy twist on your favorite martini? Try an Orange Creamsicle Martini made with the irresistible combination of whipped cream vodka and tangy orange flavor. Sip on this delightful concoction and transport yourself to summer childhood memories with every sip.
Don’t miss out on exploring other delicious creamy cocktails and martini recipes such as my Lemon Drop Limoncello Martini, Empress Gin French Martini, or try the Lemon Cheesecake Martini. You also can’t go wrong with a Peach Martini Bellini.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Refreshing: It’s a deliciously creamy and refreshing cocktail that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Nostalgic: The combination of orange and vanilla flavors is both nostalgic and satisfying – you’ll feel like kid again with a creamsicle pop in hand. If you’re an 80s or 90s kid, this adult beverage might evoke some happy memories of the classic orange creamsicle drink, Orange Julius.
- Delicious: This delicious cocktail is easy to make and can be customized to suit individual tastes.
What is a Creamsicle?
An orange creamsicle popsicle is a delicious frozen treat that typically consists of a sweet vanilla ice cream center covered in a layer of orange sherbet. It’s named “creamsicle” because of the creamy ice cream center, which provides a smooth and rich contrast to the tangy and refreshing outer layer of the orange sherbet.
Now, a dreamsicle is very similar to a creamsicle but with one key difference. Instead of an ice cream center, a dreamsicle has an ice milk center. Both are covered in orange sherbert. Most of the time the two terms are used interchangeably.
Ingredient Notes
- Whipped cream vodka: This is a key ingredient to the Orange Creamsicle Martini as it adds a sweet, creamy flavor and texture to the cocktail.
- Triple sec: This is a sweet and tangy orange-flavored liqueur that complements the orange juice in the cocktail. When it comes to triple sec or orange liqueur, go with premium brands like Cointreau or Grand Marnier if your budget allows. You’ll notice a drastic difference between lower-end and higher-end triple sec.
- Orange juice: This is the main citrus component of the cocktail and provides a fresh, tangy flavor. Fresh juice always tastes best in cocktails over bottled juice.
- Lemon juice: This ingredient adds acidity and helps to balance out this sweet cocktail. It also adds a fresh, zesty flavor. If you’re out of lemons, a splash of lime juice will work as well.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Add the whipped cream vodka to an empty cocktail shaker.
Step 2: Add the triple sec.
Step 3: Add the orange juice, fill with ice, and shake until well chilled.
Step 4: Strain into a martini glass and garnish with an orange slice, if desired.
Expert Tips
- If you don’t have whipped cream vodka on hand or would like to try a different flavor, you can use vanilla vodka instead, but you may miss a bit of the sweet cream flavor.
- For a frozen cocktail, freeze the juices and blend them together to get a slushy consistency that’s perfect for sipping on a hot day. However, it’s important to avoid using regular ice cubes in addition to the frozen juices as they can dilute the taste of the cocktail.
- If you prefer a smoother, less textured cocktail, it’s best to use pulp-free orange juice. Alternatively, you can strain pulp or fresh orange juice through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any pulp or chunks that may affect the mouthfeel of the cocktail.
- If you find that your cocktail is too tart or prefer a sweeter cocktail, you can add a bit of simple syrup to balance out the flavors.
- If you find the cocktail too sweet, you can increase the amount of lemon juice to balance the flavors to your liking.
FAQ
Can you make a big batch of Orange Creamsicle Martini cocktails?
Yes, you can make a big batch of orange creamsicle martinis by mixing the ingredients in a pitcher. I’ve included measurements for a batch in the recipe card notes below.
Can you make a batch of Orange Creamsicle Martini cocktails in advance?
Yes, you can store a batch of orange creamsicle martinis in the fridge for up to 1 day in advance. Prepping in advance longer than 1 day may jeopardize the flavor of the cocktail.
Also, keep in mind that ice will dilute the drink over time, so opt to chill the fridge in advance and/or serve on the rocks in the cocktail glass. If you’re outside, you can nestle the pitcher in a large bucket of ice to keep cool without dilution.
How strong is whipped cream vodka?
The alcohol content of whipped cream vodka is typically 30-35% alcohol by volume (ABV).
Can you drink whipped cream vodka straight?
Yes, technically you can drink whipped cream vodka straight, but it’s full potential is realized when used as a cocktail ingredient.
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Orange Creamsicle Martini Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ½ ounces whipped cream vodka
- 1 ounce triple sec (preferably Cointreau or Grand Marnier)
- ½ ounce orange juice
- ¼ ounce lemon juice
- Orange slice for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Add vodka, triple sec, and juices to the cocktail shaker and add ice.
- Shake well and strain into a martini glass.
- Garnish with an orange slice, if desired.
Notes
- 1 ½ cups whipped cream vodka
- 1 cup triple sec (preferably Cointreau or Grand Marnier)
- ½ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- If wanting a colder martini, add ice to the serving glasses or use chilled glasses when pouring the martinis rather than adding ice to the pitcher, which will dilute the cocktail as the ice melts.
- Nestle the pitcher in a large bucket of ice to keep chilled outside.
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Jon S
Very good
Whitney
Love, love, love this drink!!! This is my go to drink now and I always have the ingredients on hand. I will be having one tonight!
MW
Loved it!