As summer temperatures soar, refreshing frozen cocktails are a perfect way to beat the heat. However, to avoid diluting your drink with ice, ensure all your ingredients are well-chilled beforehand. Beverage Director Kevin Beary suggests freezing cocktail components in advance or premixing your ingredients a day prior and storing them in the freezer overnight. This way, the liquid stays slushy without turning into a watery mess.
Beyond the glass, frozen cocktails can also be transformed into playful ice pops reminiscent of classic drinks, making them a great poolside treat. Here are nine appealing frozen cocktail recipes to enjoy this summer:
Saturn
Originally created by bartender J. “Popo” Galsini in 1967, this tropical frozen cocktail blends gin, lemon juice, passion fruit syrup, orgeat, and falernum with crushed ice for a refreshing taste with citrusy and nutty flavor notes. Get the recipe.
Espresso Martini Pops
An innovative take on the popular Espresso Martini, these ice pops retain the delicious coffee flavor while offering a frozen hand-held dessert option. Get the recipe.
Frozen Negroni
This frozen variation of the classic Italian Negroni combines gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari with crushed ice, including orange juice for added brightness. Get the recipe.
Aperol Spritz Pops
Inspired by the iconic Aperol Spritz, these pops combine Aperol, prosecco, and club soda with fresh orange juice, making for a light and refreshing treat. Get the recipe.
Frozen Mojito
This slushy version of the classic Mojito blends mint, lime, rum, and sweetness for a quick and refreshing cocktail. Get the recipe.
Sgroppino
Ideal for lazy days, the Sgroppino mixes lemon sorbet with vodka and prosecco, providing a sweet but strong kick. Get the recipe.
Icy Lemon-Ginger Vodka Cocktail
This vibrant cocktail features a frozen lemon-ginger syrup blended with vodka for a zesty refreshment. Get the recipe.
Mudslide
A creamy blend of vodka, coffee liqueur, and Irish cream liqueur, this frozen coffee cocktail is perfect for dessert lovers. Get the recipe.
Piña Colada
This rich Piña Colada recipe uses fresh pineapple, two types of rum, and coconut milk, offering a delicious tropical experience that’s great in large batches. Get the recipe.
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