5 Milkshake Recipes to Try This Summer

By Sarah Murray

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Summer is officially under way. Suddenly, our days are filled with beach- time bliss and backyard barbecues. Our wardrobes are taken over by crop tops and cutoffs, and there’s nothing like a cold, sweet treat to cap off a hot summer’s day. We’re talking about milkshakes, because it’s important to pay homage to National Milkshake Month.

Here are five unique milkshake recipes — something for everyone and a recipe for practically every day of the week.

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Matcha Green Tea Malted Milkshake
Matcha green tea has been popping up everywhere — and for good reason. It’s delicious and has intense health benefits, so you don’t have to feel too bad about enjoying this milkshake!

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Candy Bourbon Milkshake
This is a milkshake for people who know how to have a good time. Satisfying your sweet tooth while getting your buzz on? Where do we sign up?

Bonus: You can use any candy bar you’d like.

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Toasted Marshmallow Milkshake
Enjoy the benefits of camping without having to pitch a tent. Invite friends over. Burn some marshmallows. Eat five of them before you even make this shake.

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Lavender Latte Milkshake
We’re all about finding new ways to satisfy our caffeine addiction — and this decadent shake is a huge step up from your basic Frappuccino.

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Vegan Rhubarb Milkshake
Simply substitute nut milk and a frozen banana for milk and ice cream to “vegan-ize” this milkshake. Then, step it up a notch with rhubarb, nutmeg, and cinnamon.

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