7 Brew Rocky Road Shake Recipe: Simple Homemade Copycat
This 7 Brew Rocky Road Shake recipe shows you how to make the chocolatey, nutty milkshake at home. The shake blends ice cream and milk with toasted marshmallow, hazelnut and caramel. It tastes like a scoop of rocky road ice cream. It has no caffeine. You need a blender, a few ingredients and about five minutes.
In short
What Is in a 7 Brew Rocky Road Shake?
Quick answer: The 7 Brew Rocky Road Shake is a milkshake flavored with toasted marshmallow, hazelnut and caramel. It has about 940 calories in a Large and no caffeine.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Flavors | Toasted marshmallow syrup, hazelnut syrup and caramel sauce |
| Taste | Chocolatey, nutty and sweet |
| Caffeine (7 Brew Large) | 0 mg |
| Calories (7 Brew Large) | About 940 |
| Best time to drink | Dessert or a special treat |
Rocky road ice cream has chocolate, marshmallows and nuts. The 7 Brew shake copies that with toasted marshmallow, hazelnut and caramel. The result is sweet, nutty and very rich. A Large Rocky Road Shake has about 940 calories, one of the highest on the whole menu. 7 Brew also sells a Sugar-Free Rocky Road Shake.
Since this shake is so rich, it is best as a treat to share. At home, try a smaller cup or use light ice cream. Adding a spoon of chocolate sauce gives it a deeper chocolate taste, like real rocky road. Mini marshmallows on top make it look great. Kids and adults both love it.
Shopping list
Ingredients for the 7 Brew Rocky Road Shake Recipe
Here is everything you need for this 7 Brew Rocky Road Shake recipe. It makes one 16-ounce drink, which is close to a 7 Brew Small. Use coffee-shop style syrups and sauces, the same kind sold for lattes and Italian sodas. A pump from a store syrup bottle is about 1/4 ounce, and a tablespoon is about 1/2 ounce. Change the amounts after your first try to match your taste.
| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vanilla ice cream | 2 cups (3 big scoops) | Soften for 5 minutes |
| Milk | 1/2 cup (4 oz) | Whole milk is creamiest |
| Toasted marshmallow syrup | 1/2 oz (1 tbsp) | Campfire sweetness |
| Hazelnut syrup | 1/4 oz (1/2 tbsp) | Nutty flavor |
| Caramel sauce | 1/2 oz (1 tbsp) | Rich and smooth |
| Chocolate sauce (optional) | 1/2 oz (1 tbsp) | For a deeper chocolate taste |
Tip: Use chocolate ice cream instead of vanilla for a true rocky road taste.
Method
How to Make a 7 Brew Rocky Road Shake at Home
A shake comes together in one blender. Let the ice cream soften a little so it blends smoothly. Add the milk and syrups, then blend until thick. Do not over-blend, or it will get runny. It takes about five minutes.
1. Soften the ice cream
Let 2 cups of vanilla ice cream sit out for 5 minutes.
2. Add everything to the blender
Add the ice cream, 1/2 cup milk and the toasted marshmallow syrup, hazelnut syrup and caramel sauce.
3. Blend
Blend for 20 to 30 seconds until thick and smooth.
4. Top it
Pour into a cup and add whipped cream and a drizzle.
Blend just until smooth so the shake stays thick. Top with whipped cream, mini marshmallows and chopped nuts. Drizzle caramel on top for a sweet finish. If you have a nut allergy, skip the hazelnut and nuts. Use extra marshmallow instead.
Avoid these
Common Mistakes When Making a Rocky Road Shake
- Too much syrup: start small, because you can always add more.
- Warm ingredients: they melt the ice and water the drink down.
- Skipping the stir: syrup sinks, so the last sips taste too sweet.
- Wrong cup size: a 16 oz cup keeps the flavor balance right.
For a lighter dessert, try our Birthday Cake Shake recipe. The Cookie Butter recipe uses the same marshmallow and hazelnut in a coffee. See every shake in our 7 Brew shakes guide. Low-sugar picks are in our sugar-free guide.
Mix it up
Rocky Road Shake Recipe Variations
Once you know the basic 7 Brew Rocky Road Shake recipe, you can change it in a few easy ways. Some twists cut the sugar, and some make it even more of a treat. Each one keeps the same toasted marshmallow syrup, hazelnut syrup and caramel sauce taste. Try a new one each week until you find your favorite. You can also ask for most of these changes at the 7 Brew window.
| Variation | What to change | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Thicker shake | Use 1/4 cup less milk | A spoon-thick treat |
| Lighter shake | Use light ice cream and 2% milk | Fewer calories |
| Coffee shake | Add 1 shot of espresso | Adults who want a boost |
| Dairy-free | Use dairy-free ice cream and oat milk | No dairy |
At home vs drive-thru
Homemade vs Drive-Thru Rocky Road Shake
A Medium Rocky Road Shake at 7 Brew costs about $6.25 in most towns. With this 7 Brew Rocky Road Shake recipe, the same drink costs about $1.50 to $2.25 at home. That is a big savings if you drink it often. Homemade drinks also let you choose how sweet the drink is. Prices at the stand can change by location, so check the board when you order.
| Homemade (16 oz) | 7 Brew Large | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | About $1.50 – $2.25 | About $6.75 – $7.50 |
| Calories | About 650 – 800 | About 940 |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | 0 mg |
Shakes are a dessert, so they are high in sugar and calories. A Large shake at 7 Brew can have 520 to 940 calories. Share one, or make a smaller cup at home. The FDA explains how added sugar adds up over a day. Shakes have no caffeine, so they are a fun treat for kids.
FAQ
7 Brew Rocky Road Shake FAQs
What is in a 7 Brew Rocky Road Shake?
The 7 Brew Rocky Road Shake is a milkshake flavored with toasted marshmallow, hazelnut and caramel. It has about 940 calories in a Large and no caffeine.
How many calories are in a 7 Brew Rocky Road Shake?
A Large Rocky Road Shake has about 940 calories, one of the highest on the 7 Brew menu.
Does the 7 Brew Rocky Road Shake have caffeine?
No. The Rocky Road Shake has 0 mg of caffeine.
Is there a sugar-free Rocky Road Shake?
Yes. 7 Brew sells a Sugar-Free Rocky Road Shake.
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Sources and How We Checked
We built this recipe in October 2026 using the flavors listed on the official 7 Brew menu and the numbers in the official 7 Brew nutrition guide. This is a fan-made copycat recipe, not an official 7 Brew recipe. Photos are from Unsplash and are for illustration only.
Note: 7 Brew Menu is an independent fan guide. We are not owned by or connected to 7 Brew Coffee. Prices and drinks can change by location.
