Ninja Creami Whiskey Cold Brew Gelato

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Coffee ice cream: one of the best ice cream flavors. Why not take it to the next level by throwing in a bit of whiskey and making it into a Ninja Creami gelato recipe?

Every year at Christmas, my family puts small nips in each other's stockings (those tiny bottles of different alcohols they sell behind the counter at most liquor stores). Last year, we got a bottle of Jameson Cold Brew Whiskey.

Since it was the perfect size, Alex and I figured it would taste amazing as a gelato!

Now even if you're not a fan of whiskey, give this ice cream a try. I personally never drink whiskey, but the cold brew whiskey combined with coffee is a dream gelato.

When making a boozy ice cream or gelato, it's best to only add two tablespoons of alcohol to the mixture. It has a tendency to soften the gelato and not make it freeze as hard! But don't worry, two tablespoons is still enough to taste the flavor of the whiskey!

I used instant coffee to add the delicious cold brew flavor to this gelato recipe. I just grabbed whatever was cheapest at the grocery store and it tasted great! So feel free to use whatever brand you have on hand.

So if you want to try a new delicious gelato, grab some Jameson Cold Brew Whiskey, a Ninja Creami pint, and get spinning!

To Make Dairy-Free Whiskey Cold Brew Gelato, Use the Following:

• 1 cup oat milk for 1 cup whole milk

• 3/4 cup cream of coconut for 3/4 cup heavy cream

First Time Using the Ninja Creami or Looking for Tips?

While the Ninja Creami is a machine with only 7 (or 11) buttons, it can still be intimidating! Here are a few tips and tricks Alex and I have picked up since beginning our ice cream journey with the Ninja Creami!

• Can I use coffee grounds instead of instant coffee? I wouldn't recommend using coffee grounds over instant coffee because the coffee grounds do not dissolve like the instant coffee does! I tried it, and I was left with a grainy gelato with a bit of a weak taste. I've found instant coffee dissolves, and creates the perfectly creamy and strong flavored gelato I'm looking for.

• What do I do if my gelato is too soft after spinning? Since the alcohol causes the gelato to not freeze as hard, it can come out a bit softer after the initial spin. When this happens, I find that putting the gelato back in the freezer for a few hours helps to firm it up. The extra wait time is tough, but worth it!

• If I put the pint back into the freezer, do I need to mix the gelato up again before enjoying? Surprisingly, no! When using the typical base ingredients (whole milk, heavy cream), re-spinning is probably best to get the ice cream back to its original creamy consistency after freezing. However, we have found when using oat milk and cream of coconut, our first spin leaves the ice cream very creamy (almost like a soft-serve texture). After putting it in the freezer for 24 hours after this original spin, the ice cream is the perfect texture to enjoy without re-spinning! My suggestion is see how the texture is without a re-spin, and re-spin only as necessary!

• What button should I use to spin my gelato? This all depends on the consistency you’re going for! Each button operates the machine at varying speeds. For thicker concoctions (like ice cream), the ice cream button is best. However, if using eggs in the recipe (like a gelato), use the gelato button! The sorbet button is best used with fruit mixtures. For example, if mixing a can of pineapples in heavy syrup, use the sorbet button to make a delicious fruity creation! Overall, it’s something you can experiment with to find your personal preference for your ice cream consistency!

Looking for More Ninja Creami Recipes?

If you’re on the hunt for more Ninja Creami recipes, be sure to grab one of our recipe e-books, Top 25 Ninja Creami Recipes ($2.99), or the great value of over 50 recipes in Ninja Creami Cookbook: Ice Cream & Gelato Edition! Each includes favorites such as cake batter gelato, red velvet ice cream, Shirley Temple ice cream, and many more!

If you’re like us and are running out of ice cream storage containers, grab a two-pack of Ninja Creami pints to keep your freezer full with all of your ice cream creations!

Or if you don’t have a Ninja Creami and are on the fence about getting one, check out my honest review!

Do You Want to Make Your Own Ninja Creami Cookbook?

If you want to make your own version of a Ninja Creami cookbook, check out our Ninja Creami Recipe Page Template! Besides the fun design, it has space to write the spin setting, number of servings, ingredients, directions, and notes (everything a Creami recipe needs)!