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13 Unique King Cake-Inspired Treats for Mardi Gras in Southwest Louisiana

During Mardi Gras season, local businesses across Southwest Louisiana can't get enough of king cake. From cocktails and milkshakes to lattes and craft brews, discover these 13 favorite king cake-inspired treats—creative twists on the traditional favorite!

1. Bayou King Cake Daiquiri from Bayou Rum Distillery

2. Mardi Gras Milkshake from K's Frozen Delights and More

3. We Got the Beads Ice Cream from Boombox Frozen Pops and Ice Cream

4. Stellar King Cake Latte from STELLAR BEANS coffee house & edibles

5. King Cake Cookies stuffed with Cheesecake from Where is Alice P

6. Chocolate Covered King Cake Cheesecake Bites from Maria's Happy Treats

7. Latte Gras from The Village Coffeehouse

8. King Cake Daiquiri from Koozie's Drive Thru Daiquiri & Sports Bar

9. Moon Over Mardi Gras and King Cake Ground Coffee from Acadian Coffee Roasters

10. King Cake Cupcakes, Petit Fours, and Cheesecakes from Cypi's Cake Box

11. Otoro 2021 Mardi Gras Single Estate Vodka from Yellowfin Distillery

12. King Cake Fries from Botsky's

13. King Cake Ale by Crying Eagle Brewing

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