Description
The Salted Caramel Mudslide is an indulgent cocktail blending smooth Baileys Irish Cream, rich Kahlúa coffee liqueur, and vodka, enhanced by luscious caramel sauce and a salted sugar rim for a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness. This creamy, dessert-inspired drink is ideal for a special occasion or a cozy nightcap.
Ingredients
Scale
Rim and Garnish
- 0.25 oz caramel sauce (for rimming)
- Raw sugar (for rimming)
- Pinch of sea salt (for topping)
Cocktail
- 1.5 oz Baileys Irish Cream
- 1.5 oz Kahlúa
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 0.25 oz caramel sauce (for inside the glass)
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass Rim: Pour half the caramel sauce (about 0.25 oz) onto a small plate. Dip the rim of your glass into the caramel, coating it evenly to help the sugar stick.
- Coat with Sugar: Spread raw sugar on another plate. Dip the caramel-coated rim of the glass into the sugar to create a sweet, crunchy crust.
- Caramel Inside the Glass: Drizzle the remaining caramel sauce (about 0.25 oz) inside the glass and gently swirl it around to coat the interior, giving the drink extra caramel flavor with each sip.
- Mix the Cocktail: In a shaker filled with ice, combine Baileys Irish Cream, Kahlúa, and vodka. Shake well until the mixture is thoroughly chilled.
- Pour the Drink: Fill the prepared glass halfway with ice. Strain the shaken cocktail over the ice to keep it perfectly cool without watering it down.
- Finish with Salt: Garnish the top of the cocktail with a pinch of sea salt to enhance the salted caramel flavor and balance the sweetness.
Notes
- Use good quality caramel sauce for the best flavor and consistency.
- Make sure the glass is chilled to keep the drink colder for longer.
- Adjust the amount of sea salt according to taste, but do not skip it as it complements the caramel perfectly.
- This cocktail can be made in larger batches by multiplying the ingredients.
- Serve immediately for optimal texture and flavor.
