On July 26, we celebrate coffee lovers’ favorite sweet dessert: the coffee milkshake. This special day honors the perfect combination of coffee and creamy milkshake, ideal for those who crave a cool drink that isn’t overly sweet but still provides a delightful flavor. If you’re a caffeine junkie (aren’t we all?), you’ll appreciate the boost of energy, especially when the coffee milkshake is made with real coffee, as it should be.
➡️ Did you know there are over 25 national coffee days celebrated throughout the year?
History of the Coffee Milkshake
The coffee milkshake likely originated in the United States, combining the popular flavors of coffee and ice cream. Over time, it has evolved into various delicious forms enjoyed around the world.
Popular Variations of Coffee Milkshakes
Coffee milkshakes come in a variety of delicious forms to suit different tastes. The Classic Coffee Milkshake is typically made with coffee ice cream or brewed coffee blended with vanilla ice cream and milk. For chocolate lovers, the Mocha Milkshake adds a rich chocolate syrup or cocoa powder to the mix, creating a delightful mocha flavor. The Caramel Coffee Milkshake incorporates sweet caramel sauce for an extra indulgent treat.
While similar, frappes and frappuccinos are not exactly the same as coffee milkshakes. A frappe is a blended coffee drink that can include ice cream, but it usually has a lighter, frothier texture compared to a milkshake. A frappuccino, popularized by Starbucks, is a trademarked blend of coffee or crème base with ice and various flavorings, often topped with whipped cream.
Popular venues to enjoy a coffee milkshake include fast-food chains like McDonald’s, which offers their version called the McCafe Coffee Shake, and coffee giants like Starbucks, where you can get an ice cold Frappuccino. Additionally, many local cafes and diners offer their unique takes on this refreshing drink.
➡️ Did you know that there is also a National Frappé Day celebrated on October 7, highlighting the love for another blended coffee beverage.
When Is National Coffee Milkshake Day?
National Coffee Milkshake Day is celebrated annually on July 26.
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Friday, July 26 |
| 2025 | Saturday, July 26 |
| 2026 | Sunday, July 26 |
| 2027 | Monday, July 26 |
| 2028 | Wednesday, July 26 |
| 2029 | Thursday, July 26 |
| 2030 | Friday, July 26 |
Before You Go:
We have many more national days lists for you to explore.
- Food-related national days: complete list of national food days, pasta & noodles days, vegan & vegetarian days, ice-cream days, pizza days, coffee days, chocolate days, wine days, alcohol & drinking days.
- Non-food national days: National Days Calendars 2024-2025 (check out the printable calendars in my Etsy shop), National Days for Teachers, and a wide array of special lists such as cat days, dog days, animal days, book days, music days, family & relationships days, national days for women, stationery days and even Harry Potter days.
- Country-specific national days: Australian national days, more coming soon.
