The Bushwacker cocktail was created 50 years ago at The Ship's Store in St. Thomas. Bartender Angie Conigliaro and bar manager Tom Brokamp collaborated on the initial recipe, which included vodka, Kahlúa, dark creme de cacao, cream of coconut, milk, ice, triple sec, and nutmeg. The cocktail is named after an Afghan hound. In 1977, Linda Taylor made her own version at Sandshaker Lounge in Florida, earning credit for bringing the Bushwacker to the U.S. mainland. For its 50th anniversary, Pensacola launched a trail of participating bars serving the drink.
The Bushwacker, a beloved frozen cocktail, originated at The Ship's Store in St. Thomas, blending vodka, Kahlúa, dark creme de cacao, cream of coconut, milk, ice, and triple sec.
Originally created 50 years ago, the Bushwacker's name came from an Afghan hound owned by flight attendants, with bartender Angie Conigliaro playing a key role in its promotion.
Linda Taylor, running the Sandshaker Lounge in Florida, popularized the Bushwacker on the mainland, making it Pensacola's official drink and contributing to its legacy.
On its 50th anniversary, the Bushwacker is celebrated through a self-guided trail featuring various bars and restaurants in Pensacola serving this iconic cocktail.
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