Milkshakes: pure Americana and a Hong Kong burger's best friend

"Americans will tell you a milkshake is a perfect match for a burger," says Alex Chatte, mixologist at Hotshot, a beachside eatery inspired by American diners. With burger joints opening up in the city, milkshakes are making a comeback.

Malcolm Wood, culinary director of Maximal Concepts, the group behind burger-centric restaurant Double D, says that burgers and milkshakes "are all-star classics and a real part of American food history".

"Like most drinks, the quality of your ingredients will always make a difference," says Chatte.

Wood agrees: "We actually use our very own Double D house-made soft-serve ice cream with organic milk."

Hotshot offers an extensive list of milkshakes, and they all contain alcohol (although they can be ordered without). "The recipes are designed to work with or without alcohol, so a child can have the same drink as their mum or dad," says Chatte.