Who knew? Meade, ice cream and Kahlua is downright tasty. Have Geoff Benshoof at Bennigans, at Seventh and Adams streets, show you his mix-master skills by whipping up an Irish Mudslide. You needn't be Irish to enjoy it. It's like a pint of whipped cream and chocolatey goodness with an adult alcohol kick. Drag out the blender and let's begin:

1 oz. Bunratty Meade
½ oz Kahlua
½ oz Bailey's Irish Cream
2 scoops vanilla ice cream

Blend. Take a pint glass and drip chocolate syrup down the insides. That's the mud. See it slide? Slowly, slowly pour the blended drink into the middle of the glass. Top with whipped cream and drizzle chocolate syrup on top.

Story published Wednesday, May 27, 2009 ( Volume 4, Number 3 )