Summers are getting hotter and hotter, which means that you have to get extra creative when looking for new ways to freshen up. One of the ways to do so is to learn how to mix frozen cocktails. Here are some that you should definitely try out this summer.
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Frozen Cocktails: The Best Recipes for Summer
1. Frozen Margarita
Frozen margarita is a classic cocktail with a citrusy flavor, ideal for poolside parties or beach gatherings. The cocktail is fairly simple. All you need is tequila, triple sec, lime juice, some ice, and some salt (for the glass rim).
- First, rim the glass with salt.
- Combine tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and ice in a blender (the order is irrelevant since everything goes into the blender).
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared glass.
2. Piña Colada
Another great tropical delight, combining coconut and pineapple is one of the best cocktails that you could make for a tropical-themed party or a relaxing afternoon by the pool.
- Gather the following ingredients: white rum, coconut cream, heavy cream, pineapple juice (a lot), and crushed ice.
- Add all the ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a chilled glass.
- Garnish with pineapple slices and a cherry.
This is, at least, how it’s served in The Pourhouse in Minneapolis. Enjoy!
3. Frozen Daiquiri
If you’re having a garden party or a casual summer gathering, there’s nothing better than a frozen daiquiri. This is a sweet and sour-cocktail that’s equally as refreshing as it is tasty.
- Gather the following ingredients: light rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice.
- Blend the ingredients until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a glass.
- The drink, called a Daiquiri, can be garnished with various options or served without any garnish.
4. Frosé (Frozen Rosé)
The name of the cocktail comes from a clever wordplay on frozen rose. It’s a twist on a popular rose wine, and it’s a guaranteed hit with anyone who actually likes drinking wine.
- Gather the following ingredients: rosé wine, strawberries, simple syrup, and ice.
- Freeze the rosé wine in ice cube trays.
- Blend the frozen rosé cubes, strawberries, and simple syrup until smooth.
This drink is perfect for more formal events like brunch or sophisticated summer soirées.
5. Frozen Mojito
If you’ve ever tried a Mojito, making a frozen variation of this classical Cuban cocktail will be a home run. This is great for summer barbeques or even rooftop parties.
- Gather the following ingredients: white rum, lime juice, simple syrup, fresh mint leaves, and ice.
- Start by muddling the mint leaves with lime juice and simple syrup.
- Add the rum and ice to the blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a glass and enjoy your cold beverage.
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6. Watermelon Slushie
It would be a shame to make a list of refreshing summer cocktails without a single instance of fresh watermelon. This is where a watermelon slushie comes into play. It’s an incredible cold beverage for casual get-togethers in hot summer afternoons.
- Start by preparing a couple of cups of cubed and frozen watermelon, some vodka, lime juice, and a touch of honey (or simple syrup).
- The preparation is straightforward: just blend all the ingredients together until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a glass.
- Given the casual nature of this cocktail, garnishing is optional and not necessary.
7. Frozen Aperol Spritz
Like with frozen mojito, this is merely a frozen twist on a well-known Italian cocktail. The best way to describe its taste would be to say that it’s bitter and bubbly. Generally, this drink is used as an aperitif; however, if you’re having a sunset party, you could turn this drink into a happy hour special.
- The ingredients you need are Aperol, Prosecco, soda water, and ice.
- Blend them all together until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a glass.
- That’s it!
8. Strawberry Banana Frozen Daiquiri
If you love daiquiri, you’ll love this beverage even more. What it does is provide you with a fruity and creamy variation of the well-known classical drink.
- The ingredients for this drink are rum, strawberries, bananas, lime juice, and simple syrup. Add some ice to the mix as well.
- The preparation is straightforward: blend everything together until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a glass.
- This beverage is ideal for family gatherings, such as a beach picnic, as long as you have a blender.
9. Mango Piña Colada
If you are ever curious about what mango and coconut would taste like together, this is probably the best way to try it out.
- Begin with some white rum, add mango chunks, and include coconut cream.
- Next, add pineapple juice and ice.
- Blend all the ingredients together.
- This makes a perfect drink for a tropical-themed party or for relaxing on a patio on a hot summer day.
10. Frozen Blueberry Lemonade
Who doesn’t love a blue lemonade? This is especially the case when you’re having an outdoor picnic or going to a festival. This cocktail is tart, sweet, and fresh, which means that it contains everything you need on a summer day.
- The ingredients you need are vodka, blueberries, lemon juice, simple syrup, and ice.
- Blend everything together until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a cup.
Wrap up
As you can see, you need a blender, simple syrup, lime juice, and some ice. Everything else is optional, but these ingredients (and this appliance) will have you covered when it comes to blending the majority of these cocktails.
