Food & Drink
With temperatures and the number of pool-day invites rising, there’s no better feeling than taking a sip of a refreshing summer cooler. From classic cocktails to creative concoctions, the summertime is the perfect time to put a new spin on our favorite libation — only this time, they’re getting blended.
Frozen cocktails are the perfect remedy for beating the summer heat. Whether lounging at the beach or having a rooftop function, these thirst-quenching elixirs are essential for turning even the simplest summer day into a mini-vacation.
Not only are these blended mixes versatile, they’re perfect for your beach day selfies on the ‘gram. Experiment with layered blends, added candies, and cool-shaped ice cubes to take your summer refresher game to the next level. From fruity punches and zesty lemonades to tropical mocktails and boozy slushies, these icy treats will have you sipping all summer long.
You may not be at somebody’s Caribbean resort this summer, but your drinks will taste like it. So look no further because we’ve got all the inspiration you need to dive into the frosty world of frozen, satisfying summer cocktails.
The Best Frozen Cocktail Recipes
Juicy Aperol Spritz Freeze
INGREDIENTS:
½ of one frozen orange or peaches
3 oz Prosecco
2 oz Aperol
1 oz soda water
1 cup ice
Strawberry Mango Rum Delight
INGREDIENTS:
For Strawberry Blend:
4 large frozen strawberries
1 cup ice cubes
2 oz rum
¾ oz strawberry syrup (such as Torani)
For Mango Blend:
1 ½ cups frozen mango chunks
1 cup ice cubes
2 oz mango-infused rum
Fresh mint leaves to garnish
Bubbly Cherry Cola Fizz
INGREDIENTS:
1 can of Cola soda, freeze into ice cubes
¾ cups of frozen cherries
3 oz of rum
1 oz of lime juice
Melon Frost Margaritas
INGREDIENTS:
2 oz of lime juice
¼ chunk of watermelon
1 cup of ice
Chilled Espresso Elixir
INGREDIENTS:
4 frozen espresso ice cubes
3 oz of vodka
½ cup of Kahlúa coffee liqueur
And remember to sip responsibly.
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