Milkshakes, Smoothies, Frappes, and Hot Beverage Process
The Versatile Base for Every Frozen & Hot Drink
The Art of Blend is the masterpiece base for premium frozen and hot beverages. Blend our versatile powders with your favorite fruits, sweets, coffee, or flavors to craft velvety milkshakes, refreshing smoothies, and creamy frappes — plus warm hot drinks. Made in Australia with high-quality ingredients, every base delivers a smooth, consistent result, sip after sip.
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Indulgent Milkshakes
- 1Fill a 16 oz cup to the rim with ice.
- 2Add water or any milk (oat, dairy, almond, etc.) up to 75–80% of the cup.
- 3Pour the cup’s contents into the blender with 60 g of mix and your favorite flavor ingredient (cookies & cream, pistachio paste, hazelnut paste, peanut paste, etc.). Blend for 45 seconds, or until the ice turns to cream.
Explore Gourmet Flavors - 4Serve, decorate, and enjoy your milkshake.
Refreshing Smoothies
- 1Fill a 16 oz cup to the rim with ice — or swap the ice for frozen fruit, then top with a little extra ice if you want a creamier smoothie.
- 2Add water or any milk (oat, dairy, almond, etc.) up to 75–80% of the cup.
- 3Pour the cup’s contents into the blender with 60 g of yogurt smoothie mix and your favorite flavor ingredient (avocado, berries, mango, etc.). Blend for 45 seconds, or until the ice turns to cream.
Berry Flavors Tropical Flavors - 4Serve, decorate, and enjoy your smoothie.
Creamy Frappes
- 1Fill a 16 oz cup to the rim with ice.
- 2Add water or any milk (oat, dairy, almond) up to 75–80%.
- 3Blend the contents with 60 g of frappe mix and your flavor (caramel, chocolate, hazelnut). Blend 45 s until creamy.
- 4Serve, decorate, and enjoy your frappe.
Comforting Hot Beverages
- 1Add 40 g of mix to 8 oz of hot milk (dairy, oat, almond). Stir until fully dissolved.
- 2Serve and decorate — add caramel, marshmallows, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much mix do I use per beverage?
For cold drinks (milkshakes, smoothies, frappes), use 60 g of The Art of Blend mix per 16 oz serving. For hot beverages, use 40 g per 8 oz of hot milk (dairy, oat, almond, etc.). The powder is concentrated, so a single dose delivers consistent flavor and creaminess every time.
Should I use water or milk?
Both work. Add water or any milk — oat, dairy, almond, and more — filling the cup to 75-80% for cold drinks, or use 8 oz of hot milk for hot beverages. Milk gives a richer, creamier result; water keeps it lighter. Plant-based milks are fully compatible.
Do I need a blender?
For milkshakes, smoothies, and frappes, yes — blend for about 45 seconds, or until the ice turns to a smooth cream. Hot beverages need no blender: simply stir 40 g of mix into 8 oz of hot milk until fully dissolved.
Which mix should I use for each beverage?
The line is versatile. Velvet and White Chocolate work across milkshakes, smoothies, and frappes; Creative Yogurt is ideal for smoothies; Spiced Chai and Chocolate (21% and 30% cocoa) shine in frappes and hot beverages. Most mixes cross over between cold and hot applications.
What is the difference between a milkshake, a smoothie, and a frappe?
All three share the same base method (ice, liquid, 60 g of mix, blend 45 s) and differ by the added ingredient: milkshakes lean indulgent (cookies & cream, pistachio, hazelnut, peanut paste), smoothies use fruit (avocado, berries, mango) on the Creative Yogurt base, and frappes add coffee-shop flavors (caramel, chocolate, hazelnut).
Can I add my own flavors?
Yes. Blend in your favorite flavor ingredient — fruit, sweets, coffee, or paste — alongside the mix. For premium results, add Dolce Delizia gourmet pastes and fruit purees; Berry and Tropical purees pair especially well with smoothies, while caramel, chocolate, or hazelnut suit frappes.
Are the mixes dairy-free?
No — most of our mixes contain milk (they include milk solids). The Chocolate 30% Cocoa is the exception: its only ingredients are sugar, cocoa, and salt, though it is made on equipment that also processes milk, so traces may be present. Always check each product's specification sheet for its full allergen profile.
How thick can I make my milkshake?
As thick as you like — it comes down to ice and your blender. More ice gives a thicker, creamier shake, so use a blender powerful enough to handle a higher ice load. Blend for about 45 seconds, or until the ice turns to a smooth cream.