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06 Dec 2024
06 Dec 2024
Where to find a freakshake Edinburgh
Exploring Edinburgh isn’t just about the historic sites and scenic views; it’s also about diving into the local food scene. Among the city’s culinary delights are freakshakes, milkshakes taken to an extravagant level with a variety of flavours and toppings. This guide highlights the top places in Edinburgh to find these unique tipples.
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A staple for freakshake aficionados, City Restaurant offers everything from a classic vanilla to a zingy vegan mango shake made with soy milk. Not to be missed is their Espresso Croquant, a decadent blend of coffee ice-cream and chocolate. Prices are reasonable, starting at £4.50, and for an adventurous twist, you can add a shot of Jack Daniels or Malibu to any shake for £2.50.
Bertie’s crafts freakshakes with flair. Their loaded Strawberry Cheesecake shake combines vodka, amaretto, and ice cream, while the cookies and cream shake is a dream for Oreo lovers, enriched with Frangelico, Kahlua, and Baileys. Yum! It’s a perfect spot for families and large groups.
Known for incorporating the highest quality Italian gelato into their shakes, Bread Meats Bread elevates the freakshake experience. Favourites include their Nutella shake (topped with a dark chocolate liqueur!) and the salted caramel Jack Daniels shake, which offers a perfect mix of sweet and savoury. Enjoy a shake with one of their handmade burgers and you’ve got yourself an exceptionally tasty meal.
Catering to vegans and the more health-conscious amongst us, The Birchwood’s menu includes refreshing freakshakes made with wholesome ingredients like berries, coconut milk, mint, and honey. The Dish Cult Team love the ‘Nutty Monkey’, a hearty blend of almond milk, blueberries, banana, and peanut butter. They also offer dairy-free Oreo and raspberry ripple shakes.
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For those who enjoy the thrill of karaoke, Sing City offers the perfect downstairs venue to unleash your inner superstar. After enjoying the spotlight, you can head upstairs to the City Cafe to replenish and indulge in a delicious freakshake — a speciality here. The City Cafe’s lineup includes inventive options like biscoff and bourbon and boozy bueno, all of which are loaded with biscuits, silky ice-cream, sauces and more. It’s a great spot to relax after your your performance with a sumptuous treat in hand!
