Five Fab 'Freakshake' Favourites in Derbyshire

As more and more foodie places are releasing their freaky side, creating these tantalising shakes, this is the page where you need to be. Get all the best freak advice on where to pop in for your next freak treat, in my home county, Derbyshire!

1. Mad Hatters Tea Room and Cocktail Bar, Matlock

The quirky cafe serves fabulous cakes, cocktails and of course 'Freakshakes'. Alice in Wonderland themed, this is the cafe of curiosity with a popular freak menu that includes Kinder Egg, Ferrero Roche freak shakes, and not forgetting for the adults, a Chocolate Baileys inspired shake. Be sure to book a table in advance to avoid disappointment!

Limited edition 'Bubble Gumilicious'/Image courtesy of Mad Hatter Tea Room and Cocktail Bar*

2. I Should Cocoa, Belper

This little gem appeared a decade ago as a humble cafe and chocolate shop. Since then it has gone from strength to strength, embedding itself in the hearts of regulars and visitors to Belper. With several other cafes in the area, there is a lot of competition, therefore over the summer of 2017 'Freakshakes' proved to be the answer. According to Andy Booth, the owner of the quaint shop, he says 'since releasing the crazy shakes, over 500 have been sold'. Popular with youngsters and big kids, they have surely been a success with many more ideas and fun freaks to try.

All that freakiness/Image courtesy of Emma Hall/I Should Cocoa*

3. F'Coffee, Matlock Baths 

Not only a coffee shop as the name suggests, they also experiment with crazy cakes and freakish shakes, offering different ones suited to the time of year. In the summer of 2017 during the school holidays, there was a different designed 'Freakshake' for every week, from 'Jammy Dodger', 'Lemon Meringue' and 'Cookie Monster' to 'Bakewell Pudding' and 'Old School'; a shake topped with sweets galore! Now that we're heading into the festive season, be sure to keep your eye out for a Christmas shake by following their Facebook and Instagram pages!

Mega freaky!/Image courtesy of F'Coffee*

4. The Olde Sweet Shoppe and Milkshake Bar, Ashbourne 

Serving a range of speciality cakes and sweets, this lovely little sweet treasure trove serves delicious 'Freakshakes' that are sure to make you and your little ones wanting more. Also serving huge slices of Kinder Bueno Bar cake and confectionery, this is the perfect treat on any family outing or date!

Lots of loveliness/Image courtesy of The Olde Sweet Shoppe and Milkshake Bar*

5. Shakin' It, Derby

Being a more traditional milkshake bar situated in the Intu shopping centre, this is a sure winner for any avid milkshake lover. The offerings aren't as huge but still pack a sweet filled punch, with all manner of delicious, traditional sweets thrown in; including M&Ms, Skittles, Oreos, Millions plus many more!

Simple yet effective/Image courtesy of Shakin' It*

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