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National Frappe Day – 17 fabulous frappe drinks & cocktail recipes

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If you’re looking for a little pick-me-up today, you’re in luck!  Today is National Frappe Day.  Traditionally made with coffee, milk and vanilla ice cream, folks have been enjoying this foamy, chilled beverage for decades.  Mixed with a cocktail shaker, blender, mixer or frappe maker, today’s frappes are available in a slew of delicious flavors.

While the origins of this food holiday are unknown, National Frappe Day is observed annually on October 4th  or October 7th.   But just for fun, why not celebrate National Frappe Day on both days? 

In case you’ve never tried one, here’s your chance.  Check out the fabulous frappe recipes and cocktails listed below.  And just in case you’ve never made your own – no worries. Making these refreshing beverages are a snap. 

Frappe Recipes

  • Starbucks Coffee Frappe Recipe – If you love Starbucks, and who doesn’t, why not make your own frappe and save a few bucks?  You’ll need double-strength coffee, granulated sugar, flavored syrup, whipped cream and crushed ice.
  • Homemade McDonald’s Mocha Frappe Recipe - If you enjoy the frappes at the Golden Arches, check out this recipe!  You’ll need Cold Espresso, milk, chocolate syrup and sugar.
  • Coffee Frappe – This recipe takes just minutes from start to finish!  You’ll need chilled espresso, half-and-half, hazelnut syrup, vanilla, shaved chocolate, whipped cream and ice.
  • Frappe – This basic recipe calls for instant coffee, sugar, milk, cold water and ice cubes.
  • Basic Coffee Frappe – You’ll need chilled coffee, granulated sugar, whipped cream, flavored syrup and ice cubes for this frappe recipe.
  • Mocha Frappe Drink – You’ll need coffee, chocolate milk, white milk and whipped cream for this one.
  • Fresh Fruit Frappe - You’ll need cantaloupe or honeydew melon, pineapple, mango, strawberries, orange juice, sugar and ice for this fruity drink.
  • Strawberry Yogurt Frappe Recipe – This recipe calls for mangos, strawberries, club soda, apple juice, sugar and plain yogurt. 
  • French Café Frappe – This recipe calls for ground coffee, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla ice cream, vanilla extract and ice cubes. 
  • Peanut Butter & Java Frappe – You’ll need peanut butter, peanut butter cookies,,double shot espresso, milk, ice and whipped cream. 'Nuff said!
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Frappe Cocktails

  • Coconut Frappe Recipe – Watch how this tropical cocktail is made with Malibu rum, Baileys and milk. Yum!
  • Sambuca Coffee Frappe – This simple drink calls for crushed ice, sambuca, coffee liqueur and roasted coffee beans.
  • Amaretto Frappe – This simple recipe calls for one ingredient – amaretto almond liqueur.  Just add some crushed ice and voila!
  • Fruit Rum Frappe Recipe – If you like your cocktail a little fruity, this beverage calls for light rum, crème de bananes, crème de cassis, OJ and crushed ice. 
  • Banana Rum Frappe – Need a little kick to your frappe?  You’ll need light rum, banana liqueur and orange juice for this refreshing cocktail!
  • Absolut Raspberri Frappe Cocktail Recipe – You’ll need Absolut Raspberri, raspberries and crushed ice.
  • Mocha Berry Frappe Cocktail Recipe – This cocktail sounds divine!  You’ll need coffee liqueur, black raspberry liqueur, dark crème de cacao and vanilla ice cream.  Garnish with some chocolate shavings and you are good to go!

Enjoy!   Don’t forget.  Today is also World Smile Day too.

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Hip Hip Hooray - It's National Frappe Day!
Hip Hip Hooray - It's National Frappe Day!
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Jace Shoemaker-Galloway is a busy mom, freelance writer and online safety educator. Jace loves to share all sorts of news events, fun ideas and frugal tips to make your holiday extra special. Enjoy!

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