Posted on 09/12/2023 6:31:57 AM PDT by Red Badger
(Last Updated On: August 30, 2023)
NATIONAL CHOCOLATE MILKSHAKE DAY | SEPTEMBER 12
National Chocolate Milkshake Day on September 12th brings chocolate and ice cream lovers together. Forget the calories for just this one day and enjoy a sweet tall, thick and delicious, chocolate milkshake!
#ChocolateMilkshakeDay
The term milkshake first appeared in print in 1885. During this period, a milkshake is referred to an alcoholic beverage described as a “sturdy, healthful eggnog type of drink” blended with eggs, whiskey, and other ingredients. Pharmacies served the drink as a tonic and a treat to customers. By 1900, pharmacies offered this “wholesome drink” with either chocolate, strawberry, or vanilla syrup.
The early 1900s – People began asking for this “new treat” with a scoop of ice cream.
1911 – Hamilton Beach’s drink mixers began to be used at soda fountains.
1922 – Steven Poplawski invented the electric blender or drink mixer.
Due to the invention of the blender, the milkshake began to take a chipped, aerated, and frothy form as they are today.
By the 1920s & 1930s, milkshakes became a popular drink at malt shops everywhere.
Another addition to the milkshake was malted milk powder. Made from malted barley, wheat flour, and dehydrated whole milk, malted milk tastes a bit like toasted caramel. It made its debut around the 1870s as a shelf-stable dry milk product. Add the powder to a chocolate milkshake, and transform the creamy goodness into a malted chocolate milkshake. Along with milkshakes, malted milk milkshakes became popular drinks at soda fountains around the 1920s.
When is Vanilla Milkshake Day? https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-vanilla-milkshake-day-june-20/
HOW TO OBSERVE CHOCOLATE MILKSHAKE DAY
Enjoy a chocolate milkshake at your favorite restaurant or soda fountain. Or try a malted version, especially if you’ve never had a malted chocolate milkshake. It is definitely worth a try. You may want to top off your chocolate milkshake with a dollop of whipped cream! While you’re enjoying this sweet treat, don’t forget to introduce this delicious pastime to someone else.
Do you have a favorite malt shop? Be sure to give them a shout-out, too! Use #ChocolateMilkshakeDay to post on social media.
NATIONAL CHOCOLATE MILKSHAKE DAY HISTORY
We were unable to find the creator of National Chocolate Milkshake Day. However, that never stops us from celebrating!
Milkshake FAQ
Q. How many calories are in a chocolate milkshake?
A. Depending on the ingredients used, a 16-ounce chocolate milkshake can contain as much as 790 calories.
Q. Do chocolate milkshakes contain dark chocolate?
A. They can. Both the syrup and the ice cream used to make the milkshake can be made from dark chocolate.
Q. Is a milkshake a dessert or beverage?
A. A milkshake is more dessert than beverage thanks to the ice cream. Though, since a milkshake is something we drink, it’s also a beverage.
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September 12th Celebrated History
1909 Revolutionizing several industries, Fritz Hofman receives the first patents for synthetic rubber. At a time when the automobile industry was taking off, Hofman’s invention became a valuable improvement in transportation.
1940 Around 600 cave paintings are discovered near Montignac, France, by four teenagers.
1953 John F. Kennedy marries Jaqueline Bouvier.
1992 Aboard the space shuttle Endeavour, Mae Jemison became the first African American woman in space.
2013 The Something Sweet Bake Shop broke a world record when they baked the largest brownie. The event took place in Daphne, Alabama, and the brownie weighed in at 234 pounds 3 ounces.
September 12th Celebrated History
Richard Jordan Gatling – 1818
Best known for inventing the Gatling Gun, the inventor also developed other innovations including those for improved crop production and harvest.
Alfred A Knopf – 1892
The American publisher is best known for founding Alfred A. Knopf, Inc., in 1915. Not only did the Knopf imprint publish notable authors such as Willa Cather, Thomas Mann, D.H. Lawrence, and Julia Child but throughout their history, 16 Knopf authors were awarded Nobel Prizes in literature.
Walter B. Gibson – 1897
Fans of the magician know him for his Shadow novels. Over the course of his career, he wrote 18 books.
Irene Joliot Curie – 1897
As the daughter of Marie and Pierre Curie, the chemist was immersed in the world of science at a young age. Before the age of 18, Curie ran a radiology machine from the battlefield alongside her mother. After the war, she great strides in the world of chemistry. In 1934, she along with her husband, Frédéric Joliot, discovered a way to artificially create radioactive atoms. In 1935, their work was rewarded with a Nobel Prize in Chemistry.
Lawrence Brooks – 1909 Brooks served in World War II in theUnited States Army with 91st Engineer Battalion. The centenarian is the oldest living World War II veteran and marked his 111th birthday in 2020.
Jessica Mitford – 1917 The author’s first published book was an autobiography of her childhood. Mitford’s investigative savvy led her to write books about funeral practices, the Dr. Spock’s conspiracy trial, and the U.S. prison system. She would also write about her membership in the U.S. Communist Party.
Barry White – 1944
Born Barry Eugene Carter, the noted American singer-songwriter sang in a deep, sultry tenor. Some of his most recognizable songs include “Never Gonna Give You Up,” “You are the First, My Last, My Everything” and “You Sexy Thing.”
Jesse Owens – 1913
Born James Cleveland Owens, the track and field star earned 4 cold medals during the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Included in his 1936 accomplishments are two Olympic world records.
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LOL - What movie is that from?
There Will Be Blood
Hmmm, will have to check it out. Is it very bloody?
Not really.
Is it really a shake without the marshmallow?
IS IT?
(and let’s dispense with all that crap on top)
A must celebrate
They should have called it “There Will Be (A Bit of) Blood”
Every day is chocolate milkshake day. ;^)
Fairly certain the title itself put me off from watching it, so I’m glad to hear it’s not super gory. Was it any good?
It’s not a movie for everyone, let me just put it that way.
If you don’t like it, you’ll know in the first 20 minutes.
Even the trailer has me not needing to see more.
I will say the Cinematography was good, and Daniel Day-Lewis was good in the role, but it just seemed to drag a lot.
Quite good, but it’s a bit slow paced, and a very atmospheric movie, not a fun, make some popcorn type of movie. More of an artsy film I guess you would say.
Wholeheartedly agree. Dairy Queen still makes them; I bring the others' shakes home and add the powder. But mostly make my own from the start.
Chocolate Häagen-Dazs, whole milk,a mix of Hershey syrup and Nestle Quick....OMG
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