When the term 'milkshake' was first used in print in 1885, milkshakes were an alcoholic whiskey drink that has been described as a 'sturdy, healthful eggnog type of drink, with eggs, whiskey, etc., served as a tonic as well as a treat'. History Р”Р„ strawberry and a chocolate shake, each topped with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a maraschino cherry 1880sРІР‚вЂњ1930s The term concrete is used for particularly thick milkshakes that do not spill when turned upside down, such as at the restaurant Culver's. A milkshake containing malted milk powder is sometimes called a malt. Rhode Island residents sometimes refer to milkshakes as 'cabinets'. In parts of New England and eastern Canada, the name frappe ( / f r Р“В¦ p/ FRAP) is used. An ice cream-based milkshake may be called a thick shake to distinguish it.

Terminology around the distinction between a milkshake that uses ice cream and other forms of flavored milk varies regionally. These are similar to soft-serve ice cream machines, but keep the shake at a drinkable consistency. Many fast food outlets do not make shakes from the individual ingredients rather, they use automatic milkshake machines which freeze and serve a pre-made milkshake mixture consisting of milk, a sweetened flavoring agent, and a thickening agent. Milkshakes may be made from any flavor of ice cream additional flavorings, such as chocolate syrup, malt syrup, or malted milk powder, are often added prior to mixing. At home, a blender is more commonly used. Full-service restaurants, ice cream shops, soda fountains, and diners usually prepare the shake in a specialized mixer known as a milkshake machine.

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