The Bushwacker Trail
in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
A visit to Alabama’s Beaches isn’t complete without sipping on the area’s signature drink: the bushwacker. Known for its rich and creamy flavor, this boozy treat blends rum, coffee liqueur, crème de cacao, and coconut cream to create a dessert-like cocktail. Originally crafted in 1975 at the Ship's Store, Sapphire Pub in St. Thomas, the bushwacker made its way stateside thanks to The Sandshaker Beach Bar in Pensacola. Flora-Bama added its own twist to the bushwacker, helping it become a true coastal favorite. It’s the perfect balance of tropical flavors and creamy decadence, offering a sip of paradise in every glass and making it a must-try indulgence in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
50th Bushwacker Anniversary
The bushwacker turns 50 in 2025, and Alabama’s Beaches is the ultimate destination to celebrate! From the classic creamy cocktail to delectable desserts and fun-flavored bushwackers, there are so many ways to enjoy this iconic creation. We have put together a list of 50 places to get your bushwacker on around Alabama's Beaches. Enjoy responsibly!
12 Months of Bushwackers
Local restaurants and bars are crafting everything from the classic creamy cocktail to bold new twists like Peanut Butter or Holiday Sweets, giving you a fresh reason to visit every month. Curious about where to try a bushwacker or what a bushwacker tastes like? Now’s the perfect time to explore the Gulf Coast’s top bushwacker spots to sip, sample, and savor this iconic drink like never before. Find out what this month's flavor is and where to get it below!
January - Mocktails
8 Reale: Bushwacker Mocktail
The Yard Milkshake Bar: Bushwacker Milkshake
High Tide Daiquiris & Mimosas: Virgin Bushwacker
Bahama Buck’s: Bushwacker Snowball
The Hangout: Virgin Bushwacker
Big Beach Brewing: Flight of the Snowbirds Bushwacker Stout (contains alcohol)
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Restaurants Serving Bushwackers
Curious about where to try a bushwacker or what a bushwacker tastes like? Now’s the perfect time to explore the Gulf Coast’s top bushwacker spots to sip, sample, and savor this iconic drink like never before.
Island Time Daiquiris
We are a New Orleans-style daiquiri bar. Our relaxed sports bar has a tropical theme and offers fruity cocktails and...
GTs on the Bay
GTs On the Bay sits overlooking Wolf Bay on Canal Road in the heart of Orange Beach. With stunning views...
YoHo Rum and Tacos
YoHo Rum & Tacos and the Boat Bar in Orange Beach offers the freshest tacos, signature entrees with a coastal...
Sunliner Diner
The Sunliner Diner, in the heart of beautiful Gulf Shores, Alabama, is turning back the hands of time to the...
Doc's Seafood Shack & Oyster Bar
Serving seafood on the Alabama Gulf Coast since 1983! Come taste the tantalizing dishes offered on the menu at Doc’s...
The Hangout
The Hangout is the place for great food and family fun. Come enjoy live entertainment, relax around the fire pit...
SanBar at the Wharf
SanBar at the Wharf is a live music venue with world class musicians and BBQ! Kitchen is open daily from...
Moe's Original Bar B Que
Moe's Original Bar B Que serves up an award-winning, all things Southern, Alabama BBQ experience. Featuring award-winning Bama-style pulled pork...
Cosmo's Restaurant & Bar
PERSONALIZED TEAM MEALS AVAILABLE OFFERING A VARIETY OF OPTIONS. DELIVERY or TO-GO/Take-out Contact Matt Pugh at 251-979-7395 or [email protected]
Tiki & Raw Bar by Barometer
Tiki is your go-to open-air watering hole right on the water, offering stunning views of Terry Cove. This laid-back oasis...
The Flying Harpoon 2
The Flying Harpoon 2 is a po'boy pub from the bayou. Food flies until late with a full menu. Enjoy...
GTs on the Bay
Savor unique culinary choices and a blend of local favorites in a family friendly atmosphere with a stone hearth pizza...
Bubba's Seafood House
Established in 1997, Bubba’s Seafood House is a staple on the Alabama Gulf Coast. We recently remodeled adding another bar...
Flora-Bama Yacht Club
The Flora-Bama Yacht Club features casual open-air waterfront dining on Ole River across the street from the world-famous Flora-Bama Lounge...
You can't visit Alabama's Beaches without treating yourself to the signature drink, the bushwacker.