What ingredients are in a Orange Whip?

4 oz Orange juice, 1 oz Rum, 1 oz Vodka, 1 package Cream, Over Ice

What glass do you use for a Orange Whip?

A Orange Whip is traditionally served in a Collins glass.

How strong is a Orange Whip?

A Orange Whip has an estimated ABV of 7.80%.

How many calories are in a Orange Whip?

A Orange Whip contains approximately 251 calories per serving.

Orange Whip

Glass Collins glass

Difficulty Medium

Calories ~251 kcal

ABV 7.80%

Ingredients

Orange juice 4 oz
Rum 1 oz
Vodka 1 oz
Cream 1 package
Ice Over

Instructions

Pour ingredients over ice and stir.

Fruity Creamy

Orange Whip is a creamy cocktail combining rum, vodka, fresh orange juice, and cream served over ice in a tall glass. The combination of two spirits with cream and citrus creates a drink that sits between a screwdriver and a creamsicle, with a smooth, velvety texture and a bright orange character. It became culturally famous after a memorable scene in the 1980 film The Blues Brothers.

History & Origins

Orange Whip gained widespread recognition from a comedic scene in the 1980 film The Blues Brothers, in which John Candy's character repeatedly orders the drink in a food cart scene during a car chase sequence. While the drink existed before the film, the scene effectively turned it into a cult cocktail associated with American 1980s pop culture. The drink's origin is disputed and predates its cinematic fame.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Sweet orange juice and cream with a clean spirit warmth from the rum and vodka. Palate: Smooth and creamy with a dominant fresh orange character, the cream softening the alcohol from both spirits; rum adds a gentle sweetness while vodka keeps the base clean. Finish: Silky and sweet with a mild citrus warmth and a dairy creaminess.

creamy citrus sweet smooth tropical

Pro Tip

Pour the cream in last over the back of a spoon to create a gentle float that slowly integrates as you stir, preserving a layered visual appeal before mixing.

Data verified February 2016

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