WHY YOU’LL LOVE A MUDSLIDE

• Dessert and cocktail in one glass
  
• Thick, milkshake-style texture
  
• Balanced booze, not harsh
  
• Five minutes, one blender
  
• Crowd-pleasing and unapologetically indulgent

Frozen Mudslide Recipe

This is not a subtle drink… and it’s not pretending to be.

You don’t sip a mudslide cocktail politely. You commit to it.

It’s cold and creamy and rich in that way that feels a little ridiculous, but that’s the point. The ice cream carries everything, the chocolate shows up, and the booze stays smooth instead of sharp.

This is the drink you make when dinner’s done, the lights are low, and nobody needs to be anywhere else.

Grab a straw. Maybe a spoon. And don’t overthink it.

Love the Kahlúa and Baileys combo? Our B52 Shot takes those same flavors and layers them into a gorgeous shot that’s perfect for parties.

INGREDIENT NOTES

• Chocolate Ice Cream: Full-fat only for this mudslide recipe! Lower-fat versions turn icy and thin.
  
• Vodka: Neutral and clean. This one’s for structure, not flavor.
  
• Irish Cream: Adds sweetness and body.
  
• Coffee Liqueur: Balances the chocolate with a touch of bitterness.
  
• Heavy Cream or Half-and-Half: Heavy cream is richer, while half-and-half is lighter but still smooth. Either works.
  
• Chocolate Syrup: Rounds everything out and deepens flavor. Looks pretty drizzled on the side of the glass too!

CHAD’S RULE OF THUMB

If it tastes good as a milkshake before you add the alcohol, it’ll make a great mudslide. If it doesn’t, the booze won’t fix it.

SOLID, NO-ARGUMENT PICKS

These brands behave exactly how you want in a frozen mudslide recipe:

• Baileys Irish Cream: Creamy, smooth, reliable
  
• Kahlúa: Balanced coffee bitterness, not harsh
  
• Tito’s Vodka: Clean, neutral, disappears into the drink

Classic flavors. No surprises.

STEP-UP OPTIONS (CONNOISSEUR APPROVED)

If you want a slightly more refined edge…

• Stoli Vanilla Vodka: Adds depth without sweetness overload
  
• Mr Black Coffee Liqueur: Bolder coffee flavor, less sugar
  
• Homemade Chocolate Syrup: Deeper cocoa flavor

Still plenty indulgent. Just sharper.

VARIATIONS

TGIF-Style: Half chocolate, half vanilla ice cream.

Vanilla Mudslide: Use only vanilla ice cream.

Extra Boozy: Add 1 more ounce of vodka.

Irish Mudslide Drink: Replace vodka with Irish whiskey.

Coffee Forward: Include an extra splash of coffee liqueur or swap in some coffee ice cream.

No Cream: Skip the heavy cream/half-and-half and add one more scoop of ice cream.

WHEN TO SERVE IT

• After dinner, instead of dessert
  
• Casual entertaining
  
• Late-night cocktails
  
• St. Patrick’s Day
  
• When subtle sounds exhausting

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

• Drizzle chocolate syrup down the sides of each glass before pouring.
  
• Add whipped cream and extra drizzle if you want full dessert energy.
  
• Top with shaved chocolate or espresso beans for something a little extra.
  
• Best with no food plans afterward 😉

MUDSLIDE RECIPE FAQ

A frozen mudslide works because fat, sugar, and alcohol are doing different jobs at the same time.

Ice cream provides fat and structure, which smooths alcohol burn and creates that milkshake texture. Alcohol lowers the freezing point, keeping the drink soft instead of icy.

The coffee liqueur adds bitterness, which prevents the chocolate from tipping into cloying.

Crushed ice is key: smaller ice particles integrate instead of rattling, giving a consistent mouthfeel. Blend long enough to emulsify everything fully, but not so long that heat thins it out.

This frozen mudslide recipe isn’t about finesse. It’s about balance and temperature control.

TOOLS NEEDED

• High-Speed blender: Smooth texture is a must here.
  
• Measuring Cup or Jigger: Balance matters for the best sip.
  
• Tall Glasses: This is not a rocks-glass kind of drink.
  
• Spoon or Straw: Dealer’s choice!

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Frozen Mudslide

Our Frozen Mudslide Recipe makes a creamy, chocolatey ice cream cocktail. With Kahlua and Bailey’s, this boozy sweet drink is sure to please!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Blender

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2 cocktails

Calories 590cal

Author Donna Elick

Equipment

• blender

Ingredients

• 16 ice cubes
• 6 scoops chocolate ice cream about 3 cups
• 3 ounces vodka
• 3 ounces Baileys Irish Cream
• 3 ounces Kahlúa coffee liqueur
• 3 ounces heavy cream or half-and-half
• 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup

Instructions

• CRUSH ICE: Add 16 ice cubes to a blender. Pulse for 10 to 15 seconds, until the ice is finely crushed and snowy.
• ADD INGREDIENTS: Add 6 scoops chocolate ice cream followed by 3 ounces vodka, 3 ounces Baileys Irish Cream, 3 ounces Kahlúa coffee liqueur, 3 ounces heavy cream or half-and-half, and 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup.
• BLEND: Blend on high speed for about 45 seconds, until thick, creamy, and completely smooth. The mixture should look like a milkshake and sound steady with no ice chunks rattling.
• SERVE: Pour evenly into two tall glasses.
• GARNISH: Serve immediately. Add whipped cream and an extra drizzle of chocolate syrup if desired.

Notes

Ice Cream Note: Use full-fat ice cream for the creamiest texture. Lower-fat ice cream can make the drink icy instead of smooth.

Make-Ahead: This cocktail is best enjoyed right after blending. Freezing leftovers is not recommended.

Half-and-Half Note: If using half-and-half instead of heavy cream, the drink will be slightly lighter but still creamy.
Variations:

Vanilla Mudslide: Use vanilla ice cream instead of chocolate.

TGIF-Style Mudslide: Use 4 scoops chocolate ice cream and 2 scoops vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 590cal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 38mg | Sugar: 40g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published September 2011, updated and republished February 2026

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Frozen Margarita Recipe

Listen, tequila is my love language. And I’ve had my fair share of margaritas over the years. Some good, some unforgettable… and some we don’t talk about. 

But this frozen margarita? She’s the gold standard!!! Slushy, zesty, bold where it counts, and so smooth you’ll swear you’re on vacation after the first sip. 

No fancy ingredients, no bar tools required… just a blender, some ice, and a little party in your glass.

And you know we’re making these from scratch. Bottled margarita mix is just too sweet, and it only takes a few extra seconds to do it right.

Cheers, my friend. You’re about to make your best margarita yet!

Once you’ve got this frozen margarita recipe down, it’s time to get adventurous…

This perfectly peach version is just right for lazy summer days, while my Puckered Jalapeno Marg is for all of you who prefer a little bite to your cocktails.

And for ladies’ night? Serve up a pitcher of strawberry lime blended margaritas with all your favorite snacks and desserts!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Tequila – I’m partial to Jose Cuervo Gold for a more complex flavor, while others prefer blanco or silver tequila. Try both and see which you like better!
  
• Lime Juice – Use either freshly-squeezed juice or the bottled kind found with the cocktail mixers (not from the produce section).
  
  Rose’s Lime Juice is the top choice for drinks, though you may need less simple syrup since it’s already sweetened.
  
• Triple Sec – This is an orange-flavored liqueur that helps balance the tartness of the lime. Swap it with Grand Marnier or Cointreau for a smoother, more citrusy flavor.
  
• Simple Syrup – It’s easy to make this yourself, but I won’t judge if you grab a bottle from the store. Be sure it’s a higher quality version in that case.
  
  Otherwise, combine equal parts water and sugar in a saucepan and simmer until the mixture is fully dissolved and slightly thickened.
  
  Let it cool, then use what you need and keep the rest in the fridge for later.

How to Make Frozen Margaritas

Before you get started, rim your margarita glasses with salt and pop them in the freezer to chill.

Carefully measure all of the liquids into a blender, then add the ice.

Blend on high right from the start instead of gradually increasing the speed. This is what makes this frozen margarita recipe the best!

Once the consistency is smooth and slushy, switch it off and let everything settle. Check for any ice chunks and pulse as needed to break them up.

Then, pull the glasses out of the freezer and fill. Add a slice of lime to each frozen marg and start sipping!

When it comes to tequila cocktails, I don’t mess around. I’ve blended, shaken, and stirred margaritas every which way, and this frozen version always delivers. 

It’s all about the balance: bold Jose Cuervo Gold, fresh lime juice, a splash of triple sec, and just enough simple syrup to round it out. 

Blending the ice with the liquids instead of dumping everything in at once helps you hit that perfect slush texture: smooth, not chunky.

And rimming the glass with salt? That’s not optional. It’s essential. Trust me, this is the margarita recipe you’ll come back to again and again.

How to Rim a Margarita Glass

• Step 1: Fill a shallow bowl or rimmed plate with a thin layer of coarse salt.
  
• Step 2: Cut a lime into wedges, then make a shallow slice in the center of the fleshy part. Rest the wedge on the rim of the glass and run it all the way around to coat the entire rim in juice.
  
• Step 3: Gently flip the glass and dip it into the coarse salt, until the rim is evenly coated.

For a fun variation, you can color the salt with a drop or two of food coloring! Match the color of the salt to your party theme, or coordinate it with the flavor of your frozen marg. 

If people prefer a sweet rim, then sanding sugar will do the trick.

Flavor Variations

• Cadillac Style: Float a splash of Grand Marnier on top before serving.
  
• Spicy Margarita: Add a few slices of fresh jalapeño to the blender.
  
• Citrus Swap: Instead of lime, use freshly squeezed juice from a Meyer Lemon, grapefruit, blood orange, or tangerine.
  
• Tropical Coconut Margarita: Replace triple sec with coconut liqueur and garnish with toasted coconut.
  
• Skinny Version: Omit the simple syrup and use fresh lime juice only.

Serving Suggestions

Margaritas go wonderfully with both chicken and shrimp, especially if they have lime juice as part of the recipe. 

And, of course, you need one anytime Mexican is on the menu! Some of my favorite food pairings include:

• Strawberry Mango Salsa
• Chili Lime Chicken Taquitos
• Sheet Pan Nachos
• Cajun Shrimp Pasta
• Boozy Margarita Cupcakes

Frozen Margarita FAQ

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My Frozen Margarita Recipe is the best you'll find, carefully crafted for a slushy, bold, fiesta-ready cocktail. Next stop: Margaritaville!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Blender

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2

Calories 264cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• coarse salt, for rimming the glass
• lime, sliced
• 4 ounces Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila
• 2 ounces triple sec
• 2 ounces lime juice (fresh squeezed or Rose’s Lime Juice)
• 1 ounce simple syrup (½ water, ½ sugar, heated until dissolved)
• 3 cups ice

Instructions

• Prep the Glasses: Pour coarse salt onto a small plate. Rub a lime slice around the rim of each glass, then dip into the salt to coat. Set aside.
• Blend the Margarita: Add 4 ounces Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila, 2 ounces triple sec, 2 ounces lime juice, 1 ounce simple syrup, and 3 cups ice to a high-powered blender.
• Blend Until Slushy: Blend on high until the ice is fully crushed and the margarita reaches a smooth, slush-like consistency. Pulse as needed to break up any chunks.
• Serve: Pour into the prepared glasses and garnish with a lime slice.
• Enjoy: Serve immediately while frozen and frosty.

Video

Notes

Make-Ahead Tips: You can pre-mix the liquid ingredients and store them in the fridge. When ready to serve, just add ice and blend.

Storage: Best served fresh. If you have leftover frozen margarita, pour into an ice cube tray and re-blend when ready to enjoy.

Freezing: Freeze blended margaritas in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 week. Let soften slightly, then stir or re-blend to refresh the texture.

Customization Ideas: Swap the triple sec for Grand Marnier or Cointreau for a smoother, more citrusy flavor. Add a splash of orange juice for a fruitier twist, or infuse with jalapeño slices for a spicy kick.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 264cal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 29mg | Sugar: 20g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published 4/12/12, updated and republished August 2025

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Plus, learn how to make a virgin pina colada that’s just as tasty as the real thing!

Follow the steps on the recipe card below – and don’t forget the paper umbrellas! This is the best piña colada recipe and such a classic drink with the best fruity flavor.

If you’re looking for a tropical cocktail for your next summer party, add this to your list of cocktail recipes. 

The first time that you take a sip of this great drink, you’ll be dreaming of your own beach vacation.

Until then, you can enjoy this blended cocktail and original piña colada recipe in a tall glass with lots of ice! 

During the hot months of the year, you’ll be thankful that the piña colada ingredients are fast and simple to grab.

I love the pineapple flavor – and love the fact that I just need a few simple ingredients to make this best pina colada drink.

You can use light rum, dark rum – just don’t forget the maraschino cherries on top as a fun garnish!  

Easy Pina Colada Recipe

Despite only having four ingredients, there’s still plenty of tropical flavor in this frozen drink!

Plus, you’ll love the deliciously creamy texture that comes from making this easy pina colada with coconut milk.

Whip up this refreshing concoction in minutes to enjoy on a hot summer day or serve to friends at your next game night.

Looking for a more classic version? Find it here, and while you’re at it, check out my sweet strawberry daiquiri or peach margarita recipes as well.

Creamy Pina Colada Recipe Tips and Tricks

• Liquids go in first. Adding the ice last helps it blend easier and guarantees that it won’t get stuck in the blades.
  
• Use canned coconut milk. It should be full fat, and you’ll need to give the can a good shake before opening it. 
  
  The cartons in the refrigerated section are a thinner liquid, so you won’t get the same creamy consistency.
  
• Slowly increase the speed. Start on low and work your way up so the liquid doesn’t splash up onto the lid.
  
• Want a thicker texture? To make this easy pina colada more like a Slushie, substitute 2 cups of frozen pineapple for 4 ounces of the juice.

Frozen Cocktail Instructions

Simply place all of the ingredients in your blender and give them a whirl! It’s that easy.

Everything should be well blended with no more chunks of ice. Don’t mix it too long, though, or it will start to become watery.

Chilled glasses help keep your beverage frosty, so stick those in the freezer about 20 to 30 minutes before serving.

How to Make a Virgin Pina Colada

To make an alcohol-free version of this easy piña colada recipe, leave out the rum or replace it with extra pineapple juice!

Easy Pina Colada Garnishes and Additions

• Add some fruit. Stick some fresh pineapple chunks on the edge of the glasses or place a maraschino cherry on top. You could even spear them together with some fancy toothpicks! 
  
• Or a tropical touch. If you don’t want to chop up any fruit, stick a colorful cocktail umbrella in each glass and call it a day. A colorful straw works perfect, too! 
  
• Make it extra boozy. Add a shot of white rum to this easy pina colada recipe, or a splash of Blue Curacao to mimic the gorgeous shade of Caribbean waters. 

Easy Piña Colada Recipe FAQ

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Best Easy Pina Colada Recipe (Just 3 Ingredients)

This Easy Pina Colada Recipe creates an extra creamy cocktail. Imagine yourself on an island vacation with every sip of this tasty drink!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Blender

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 178cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 12 oz pineapple juice
• 6 oz coconut milk canned
• 3 oz coconut rum
• 3 cups ice

Instructions

• Place all the ingredients into your blender, making sure to place the liquids first to help the ice blend.
• Blend on high until it’s well blended.
• Serve in two chilled glasses with a pineapple chunk and cherry for garnish.

Nutrition

Calories: 178cal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 16mg | Sugar: 8g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 2mg

Originally published July 2021, updated and republished June 2025

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I love the strawberry flavor that the frozen strawberries add! It’s my favorite cocktail and an easy recipe for a pool party, and fun summer drink.

You need a powerful blender or food processor to make these sweet drinks, but I promise that they’re the best strawberry cocktails! 

I always keep some fresh limes on hand when I make this delicious drink, because fresh squeezed lime juice on hot summer days really enhances the flavor of this frozen daiquiri! 

The slushy consistency proves that it’s the perfect classic cocktail for a hot summer night or a movie night to sip the day away.

This is one of my summer favorites, and I love using simple ingredients to make it! 

Strawberry Daiquiri Recipe

Transform a handful of ingredients into a tasty strawberry cocktail in minutes!

Fresh lime juice adds just the right amount of tartness to sweet white rum, berries, and simple syrup.

Even better, this strawberry daiquiri recipe uses frozen fruit so it can be enjoyed throughout the year!

Looking for more frozen drink recipes? Try a classic margarita, creamy piña colada, or this boozy chocolate caramel milkshake if you want something more interesting!

Or make my classic, smooth, & refreshing Kentucky Mule cocktail recipe!

Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri Ingredients

• White Rum – The base for all strawberry daiquiri recipes, be sure to use a high-quality version (or at least your favorite) as the flavor really comes through.
  
• Simple Syrup – You can buy this premade or make your own using the instructions down below.
  
• Frozen Berries – Either whole or sliced will work, but you may find it easier to blend slices.
  
• Lime Juice – Always use freshly squeezed and not bottled. Keep citrus at room temperature or microwave for a few seconds to get the most juice out of it.

How To Make Strawberry Daiquiri

Step One: Add everything to the blender and give it a whirl.

Step Two: Pour into cocktail glasses — hurricane or margarita styles work best —and serve with a twist of lime or fresh berries for garnish!

Pro Tip

If you don’t have a strong blender, I highly recommend using crushed ice instead of cubes. 

Use the crush setting on your ice maker or place cubes in a Ziploc bag and smash them with a rolling pin.

How do you make strawberry daiquiri recipes non-alcoholic?

If you need to make a virgin strawberry daiquiri, all you need to do is leave out the rum! 

If it seems too thick, add a little extra lime juice or use less ice.

Frozen Cocktail Recipe Tips and Tricks

• Add liquids first. This helps everything to blend evenly, and the solids won’t get stuck in the blades.
  
• Start on low. Work your way up in speed so the strawberry daiquiri ingredients don’t splash onto the sides and lid.
  
• Don’t over-blend! The longer it runs, the more watery the texture will become. Stop as soon as the ingredients are combined and have an icy consistency.
  
• Want to rim the glasses? Run a wedge of lime along the edge of each glass, then flip it upside down and dip into sugar. 
  
  For a colorful addition, use sanding sugar that’s found in the baking aisle with the sprinkles.
  
• Create a tropical twist. I have another strawberry daiquiri recipe that replaces half of the white rum with Malibu and triple sec instead. 
  
  The addition of coconut and orange flavors makes the drink extra delicious!

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Easy Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri Cocktail Recipe

This Strawberry Daiquiri Recipe turns any gathering into a party! Learn how to make strawberry daiquiri drinks with just a few ingredients.

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Blender

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 209cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 6 ounces white rum
• 1/4 cup simple syrup
• 1/2 cup lime juice
• 4 cups frozen strawberries
• 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

• Start by placing the rum, simple syrup, and lime juice into your blender, then add the strawberries and ice.
• Blend the mixture on high until the mixture is smooth.
• Serve right away with a garnish of lime or fresh strawberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 209cal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 18mg | Sugar: 23g | Fiber: 3g | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published June 2021, updated and republished June 2025

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Let’s put a spin on traditional ice cream! The next time that you have a bottle of red wine and are craving the flavor of delicious ice cream, keep this wine ice-cream recipe handy.

You’ll love the creamier texture of this tasty treat – and be surprised at how well the wine mixture and ice cream really do good together. 

The good news is that making this simple recipe is flavorful, easy, and totally worth it. I actually think that I keep red wine on hand for when the red wine ice cream craving hits.

As I’ve gotten older, I’m surprised to say that while I love wine in a wine glass, there’s nothing quite like generous scoops of ice cream made with red wine, filling up a large bowl. 

For the best results, follow the simple steps on the printable recipe card below. This is sure to be one of your new favorite ice cream recipes! 

Wine Ice Cream

Swirls of sweet marinated berries in a decadent frozen treat make this sangria ice cream recipe a go-to for wine lovers everywhere. It’s sure to be a huge hit with your friends too!

We tested this recipe about 12 times, I have to say Chad was a happy camper and so were all of the friends we shared it with. 

This is a labor of love and truly worth the effort, but if you are looking for something easier, check out our triple berry cobbler ice cream, s’mores ice cream, and other no-churn recipes.

I mean, the only thing better than a big pitcher of summer berry sangria on a hot day is a big scoop of ice cream in the same flavor.

Who knows… Maybe I’ll have to come up with a version inspired by my spiced orange white wine sangria recipe. YUM!!

Need something without the alcohol? Look no further than my strawberry shortcake ice cream. You can add in extra berries if you’d like, and it’s even easier to make because it’s a no-churn recipe!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Heavy Cream & Whole Milk – Full-fat ingredients make for the best ice cream, so don’t try to swap these for half & half or skim milk! 
  
• Granulated Sugar – Whisk some into the eggs to help with tempering, then use the rest to make the jam. 
  
• Merlot – Entwine is the brand we tested, but any bottle you love to drink would work perfectly. 
  
  You can even use a different red wine — look for ones that are “fruit-forward” such as Cabernet or Pinot Noir.
  
• Triple Sec – This orange-flavored liqueur can be replaced with regular orange juice if needed.
  
• Fresh Berries – Use the ripest strawberries, fresh raspberries, and blueberries you can find. 
  
  Blackberries would be tasty too, or you can leave out the blueberries entirely. Use what you have! I like to add a little bit of all of them for flavor. 
  
  Frozen berries will also work in a pinch, just be sure to thaw them in the refrigerator and drain off the excess liquid.

Tips and Tricks When Mixing Wine and Ice Cream

• Plan ahead.

This isn’t a mix-it-and-freeze recipe! You’ll need to make the custard base and berry jam from scratch (and cool both), then freeze the ice cream in a machine.

Once that’s done, it’s time to layer the jam with the ice cream to create the ribbons and swirls. Then, it needs to freeze for another 4-6 hours before it’s ready to serve.

A labor of love? Yes. Worth it? ABSOLUTELY YES!!

• Whisk the custard base constantly.

You’ll also need to combine the cream mixture with the egg mixture carefully in order to temper the eggs properly. 

Nobody wants little bits of scrambled egg in their wine ice cream!

Ladle the hot cream mixture into the eggs whisked with sugar, continuing to whisk the whole time. 

Then, transfer all of that into the saucepan with the rest of the cream and whisk until combined and smooth.

If you do happen to find some tiny bits floating in your base, simply strain them out and continue with the recipe.

• Don’t forget to add some marinated berries to the custard base!

You’ll use some of the strained berries and liquid to flavor the sangria ice cream, then the rest to make the jam swirls.

Sometimes you’ll end up with extra wine jam. Just scoop it into a jar and pop it in the fridge for something else! It’ll last for up to 2 weeks.

Prep Ahead

• Cook and cool custard base
• Marinate berries, then cook and cool homemade jam

Kitchen Tools You Will Need

• Ice Cream Maker – Unfortunately, this is not a no churn recipe!
• Large Saucepan – Choose a heavy-bottomed large pot so the heat is distributed more evenly.
• Mixing Bowls – I like to have a variety of sizes on hand, and this set has them all.
• A Whisk and a Wooden Spoon – Each has their own job in this wine and ice cream recipe!
• Fine Mesh Strainer for the mashed berries
• 9×13 Baking Dish – This set is one of my favorites! It comes with a lid for easy storage and is great for casseroles too.

Serving Suggestions

Homemade wine ice cream is plenty delicious by itself, but you will certainly want to top it with my homemade whipped cream. It takes only a few minutes to make!

Or, you can add a scoop to pound cake, angel food cake, homemade brownies, or a slice of your favorite chocolate cake. 

How about an extra fruity version of this wine and ice cream float? Just swap the vanilla scoops for this triple berry ice cream instead!

Sangria Ice Cream FAQ

Storing Homemade Triple Berry Ice Cream

Keep wine ice cream tightly covered in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. 

Press a layer of plastic wrap right onto the surface to prevent ice crystals from forming. Then, wrap in another layer of plastic or seal with a lid if your container comes with one.

Enjoy!

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Red Wine Ice Cream Recipe (Sangria Flavored!)

This Wine Ice Cream tastes just like your favorite berry sangria — but in a creamy frozen summer berry sangria dessert!!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method Freezer, Stovetop

Prep Time 2 hours hours 40 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

freezer time 4 hours hours

Total Time 7 hours hours 5 minutes minutes

Servings 6 makes 1 1/2 quarts

Calories 628cal

Author Donna Elick

Equipment

• saucepan
• medium bowl
• 9×13 baking dish

Ingredients

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar divided
• 6 large egg yolks
• 2 cups entwine Merlot
• 1 tablespoon triple sec
• 1 pound fresh strawberries rinsed, dried, and cut into bite size pieces
• 6 ounces fresh raspberries rinsed and dried
• 1/2 cup fresh blueberries rinsed and dried

Instructions

• Place a clean saucer into the freezer, we will use this later.
• Ice cream base: In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring the cream and milk to a simmer, about 5 minutes.
• Meanwhile: In a medium bowl combine 3/4 cup sugar (reserve the other ½ cup of sugar) and egg yolks. Whisk until they are light in color, about 3 minutes.
• Next, ladle the hot cream into the egg mixture while you are whisking it (this will prevent the hot cream from cooking the eggs) this is how we make a custard ice cream.
• Pour the egg and cream mixture back into the saucepan. Stir with a wooden spoon frequently until mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes.
• Pour ice cream mixture into a 9”x13” baking dish and place in the refrigerator for 1½ hours to cool.
• Merlot Berries: While the ice cream base is in the freezer cooling: Pour 2 cups of wine into a large bowl. Cut strawberries into bite size pieces. Add all of the fruit and triple sec to the wine.
• Stir to combine and use a clean wooden spoon to gently press the fruit into wine. Allow to marinate for 1 hour.
• After the berries have marinated, ladle 1 cup of wine marinade from the berries, into a measuring cup. Set aside.
• Smash the berries into small bits using a potato masher or a fork.
• Place a sieve on top of the large bowl of the marinated berries, ladle the smashed berries into the sieve. Use a spoon to gently press out the remaining liquid until you have 1 cup of strained berries.
• Add 1 cup strained berries and the reserved wine marinade to the ice cream base. Whisk the ice cream until well combined.
• Pour the ice cream mixture into the ice cream maker.
• Freeze according to manufacturer’s instructions.
• Meanwhile: Pour the remaining smashed berries into a large saucepan over medium high heat and add the reserved ½ cup sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
• Once the bubbles become smaller and thicker, after about 15 minutes, check to see if berry mixture has set.
• Add a teaspoon of the berry mixture to the frozen saucer. Wait a few moments and run your finger through the berry mixture. If it leaves a trail it is thick enough. If it is runny, it needs to cook longer.
• Once the berry mixture is set, pour it into a 9×13 baking dish and place it in the fridge to cool until ice cream is done.
• Once the ice cream is done: Spoon half of the frozen ice cream into a large freezer safe container. Drizzle 6 tablespoons of cooled berry mixture over the ice cream.
• Use a butter knife to swirl into ice cream.
• Drizzle 4 tablespoons more over top. Add remaining ice cream on top of jam. Drizzle 4 tablespoons of cooled berry mixture over the ice cream. Use a butter knife to swirl into the ice cream.
• Drizzle 4 tablespoons more over top. Cover with plastic wrap.
• Freeze 4-6 hours until frozen hard or serve immediately (for soft serve ice cream).
• Store any remaining berry mixture (basic jam) in a resealable container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
• Enjoy!

Notes

The process of ladling the steaming cream into the egg mixture is called tempering. The purpose is to avoid scrambling the eggs.

If you find you have any bits in your custard mixture when done cooking, use a sieve to strain the mixture before chilling.

You can substitute orange juice for triple sec if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 628cal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 278mg | Sodium: 50mg | Sugar: 53g | Fiber: 4g | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published July 2014, updated and republished May 2025

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In my opinion, the slushy consistency of this drink recipe is the best way to cool down on hot summer days!

Not only is it a great cocktail, but it’s also super simple to whip up bigger batches, making it great for a party. (or a single serving for drinks on repeat!)

Alcoholic drinks like this are also super fun to have flavor variations with, so be sure to try out fun flavors with fresh strawberries, frozen strawberries, fresh lime juice, or stick to classic daiquiri flavors as well. (and yes, if you want to make this into a virgin daiquiri, just leave out the rum!) Add a lime slice to the rim for festiveness! 

Frozen Daiquiri

Nothing says summertime like a sweet frozen daiquiri, but I wanted to make something extra patriotic for this year’s Independence Day celebration… and that was also more sippable than a Jello shot.

It’s easy enough to get the red and white layers with a Lava Flow drink, but what about the blue? Thankfully, there’s already a vibrant blue liqueur available… blue curacao!

Since pineapple blends so well with the bitter orange flavor, I shifted that over and used melon for the white layer in this drink. 

The fruit flavors in each colorful layer taste just like summer when sipped together!

And the best part about this recipe? There’s hardly any prep to do! Blend frozen fruit with the appropriate booze and pour as you go. Bartending accomplished!!

Try our Copycat Patriotic Freakshake for a showstopping dessert drink instead!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Frozen Fruit – Grab some bags from the freezer section of the store or slice and freeze your own!
  
  Melon can sometimes be hard to find outside of a tropical blend, so plan ahead in case you need to prep that yourself. Since it’s for the white layer of the drink, honeydew is the best choice.
  
• White Rum – Keep those fruit flavors front and center — and the colors clean and vibrant — with white rum as opposed to dark or spiced varieties. 
  
  Bacardi or Captain Morgan are my go-to options. You can use light rum or dark fum  – just choose the best rum and add! 
  
• Blue Curacao – This citrus liqueur is dyed a vibrant blue color, making it a favorite for colorful cocktails! 
  
  The best substitute for blue curacao would be clear curacao or triple sec plus some blue food coloring.
  
• Ice – Not technically an ingredient, but you’ll need to grab a bag if you don’t have an ice maker! I just use ice cubes from my ice maker – the powerful blender does just fine chopping them up! 

Tips and Tricks to Make a Perfect Firecracker Cocktail

• Have ingredients measured and ready.

The faster you blend those layers and serve up your frozen daiquiri, the better it will be!

Pair up the frozen fruits with their coordinating liquors so you can grab and go in seconds. And since every layer needs ice, have a bowl of that ready to scoop from.

• Adjust the sweetness to your liking.

Fruit is quite sweet on its own, but how sweet depends on how ripe it was when frozen. Feel free to add a little simple syrup or agave nectar. You can just fresh fruit juice, too. 

I recommend giving each layer a quick sip, then blending it in if needed.

And if you don’t have simple syrup on hand, it’s super easy to make! Combine 1 cup water with 1 cup sugar in a saucepan and bring the mixture to a simmer. 

Once the sugar is completely dissolved, remove from heat and let cool before using.

• Place glasses in the freezer after adding each layer.

This will keep your drink nice and frosty — and ensure that the layers of your red white and blue daiquiri don’t bleed or melt into each other while you blend.

If you’re mixing up drinks poolside, have a separate bowl of ice to hold the glasses in as an alternative to the freezer.

• Experiment with different flavor combinations!

If you’re not a fan of melon, use pineapple for the white layer and banana for the blue layer. Or, swap the strawberries with raspberries. 

You could also replace the white layer with a simple lime daiquiri if you prefer to balance sweet with tart. Simply combine frozen limeade with white rum and ice.

Tools You Will Need for This Recipe

• Blender – A high-power blender is a must in every kitchen!
• Jigger – Essential for any well-stocked bar, this quickly and accurately measures liquids for making cocktails. In a pinch, liquid measuring cups will work as well.

Serving Suggestions 

Top each frozen daiquiri with fresh fruit slices and add a colorful straw to the glass. For an even sweeter twist, rim the glasses in colorful sanding sugar or patriotic sprinkles.

And if you really want to put the dazzle and sparkle in this firecracker cocktail, dust the inside of the glasses with edible beverage glitter — or mix it right into each layer!

It’ll be almost as impressive as this Firecracker Cake, another staple at my summer holiday soirees. 

Complete your spread with more red, white, and blue dishes like pasta salad, ice cream, cheesecake fruit salad, and yogurt berry popsicles for the kids!

How to Batch Make Red White and Blue Daiquiri

All you need to do is scale up the ingredients for each layer — as written, this 4th of July cocktail recipe makes enough for 2 drinks.

Have your glasses lined up to divide each batch as you go, or pour each mixture into a separate pitcher and let guests build their own firecracker cocktail!

4th of July Cocktail Recipe FAQ

Enjoy!

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Best Firecracker Frozen Daiquiri Recipe (3 Patriotic Layers)

Make this stunning Frozen Daiquiri for a festive summertime sip! This layered red white and blue daiquiri is the perfect 4th of July cocktail recipe!!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 2

Calories 198cal

Author Donna Elick

Equipment

• blender
• glass
• paper straws

Ingredients

• 1 cup frozen strawberries
• 1 cup frozen honeydew melon
• 1 cup frozen pineapple
• 1/2 cup of ice per layer
• 1 1/2 ounces white rum divided
• 1 1/2 ounces blue curacao divided

Instructions

• PREPARE THE RED LAYER: Add 1 cup of strawberries, 1/2 cup of ice, and 1/2 of white rum to the blender. Blend until smooth. Pour the mixture in two glasses and place in the freezer while you prepare the next layer. Rinse the blender to prepare for the next layer.
• PREPARE THE WHITE LAYER: Add 1 cup of frozen melon, 1/2 cup of ice and the remaining white rum. Blend until smooth. Pour the mixture on top of the red layer in the glasses, then place them in the freezer while you prepare the next layer. Rinse the blender to prepare for the next layer.
• PREPARE THE BLUE LAYER: Add 1 cup of frozen pineapple, 1/2 cup of ice and the blue curacao. Blend until smooth and pour the blue mixture on top of the white layer in both glasses, filling it to the top.
• DECORATE YOUR DRINKS: Garnish each glass with fresh fruit slices or colorful straws if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Make sure to have two glasses ready to pour each layer separately.

Adjust the amount of rum and blue curacao according to your personal taste preferences. You can increase or decrease the amounts to suit your liking.

Feel free to experiment with different combinations of frozen fruits to create your desired flavors and colors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 198cal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 17mg | Sugar: 22g | Fiber: 3g | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published May 2024, updated and republished April 2025

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Do I want a piña colada, or do I want a daiquiri? When I just can’t decide, I whip up a frozen lava flow drink.  This simple, refreshing cocktail takes me on a tropical vacation, right from home. 

It’s the best of both worlds – or, rather, the best of both Hawaiian cocktails!  New recipes like this are perfect for your taste buds – and you’ll love the fresh fruit flavor.

Add a fun pineapple wedge and fresh strawberries to the rim for a pop of fresh flavor and fun look! 

All you need is a good blender to enjoy this drink at the end of the long days. 

Lava Flow Drink

To make this absolutely scrumptious lava flow cocktail, start by blending up a handful of frozen strawberries and lime juice with simple syrup and a splash of rum. 

Then, mix up a frozen piña colada with – you guessed it – some pineapple juice, coconut milk, and rum.

Layer the two mixtures in the same glass, and enjoy both of your favorite pool drinks rolled into one!

Coming up with new, fun cocktail recipes is one of my favorite summer pastimes. The list doesn’t end with this lava flow drink recipe! 

Feeling the love for frozen cocktails these days? I don’t blame you! Check out my 8 Favorite Frozen Cocktails to make and sip on all summer long.

I recommend my Firecracker Frozen Daiquiri, perfectly frosty and patriotic!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions 

• White Rum & Coconut Rum – White rum, for the daiquiri, is a sweet alcohol made from molasses or sugar cane. You can’t go wrong with Bacardi or Captain Morgan! 
  
  Coconut rum is even sweeter and adds plenty of coconut flavor to the piña colada. Don’t want to buy two kinds of rum? You can use all coconut! 
  
• Simple Syrup – This is incredibly simple to make at home: heat equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan until the sugar dissolves.
  
• Lime Juice – It’s so much more refreshing to squeeze your own at home. You’ll need a couple to get enough juice for this lava drink. 
  
  If not in season or hard to find, the concentrated juice is absolutely fine.
  
• Frozen Strawberries – Frozen strawberries give this cocktail its iconic icy texture, so I really don’t recommend using fresh. You could, of course, buy them fresh and then freeze them!
  
• Pineapple Juice – The piña to our colada! A timeless match for rum and coconut. There’s no swapping this ingredient out — we need it to get that distinct flavor!
  
• Coconut Milk – Don’t like your drinks too sweet? Try using coconut cream instead! 
  
  It’s not as sugary, and it’s even creamier, making for an even more decadent lava flow drink.

Add A Garnish!

A little flair goes a long way when serving cocktails! Start by serving each lava flow cocktail in a tall hurricane glass.

Then, adorn the rim with a wedge of pineapple and fresh strawberry, or even a paper drink umbrella.

Want something more unique? Edible flowers are all the rage at craft cocktail bars, and they would look lovely with this lava drink. 

Be sure to place them on a skewer instead of directly in the glass. Adding a garnish really does make this the perfect treat – and it’s so festive and fun on a hot summer day! 

Find the perfect serving glass (I prefer a tall glass!) , and then add a cute paper umbrella. 

It will look just like it was ordered from a tropical paradise, but you can literally sip on this tropical cocktail from anywhere that you are! 

Kitchen Tools You Will Need  

• Blender – A high power blender is a must in every kitchen.
• Citrus juicer – This gets every last drop out, which makes juicing limes so much easier.
• Measuring Cups and Spoons – You may be tempted to eyeball the amounts, but I recommend using the proper tools so it comes out just right.

Lava Flow Drink Recipe FAQ

Prep Ahead Instructions 

This is a blended frozen drink, so you can really only make this lava flow recipe so far in advance without losing texture and flavor. 

To prep ahead, I recommend pre-mixing the daiquiris and the pina colada in separate pitchers. 

Keep them refrigerated, then blend them together with the ice once you’re ready to serve. 

You will also want to wait to blend the strawberries into the daiquiris until ready to serve as well, to keep them from getting mushy.

Enjoy!

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Lava Flow Drink (Best Tropical Cocktail Recipe)

This Lava Flow Drink combines two delicious Hawaiian cocktails into one! Beat the summer heat with one of these refreshing frozen cocktails!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Blender

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 4 drinks

Calories 281cal

Author Donna Elick

Equipment

• blender
• food processor

Ingredients

• 3 ounces white rum
• 2 tablespoon simple syrup
• ¼ cup lime juice
• 2 cups frozen strawberries
• 12 ounces pineapple juice
• 6 ounces coconut milk canned
• 3 ounces coconut rum
• 3 cup ice cubes

Instructions

• In a high speed blender or food processor, combine the rum, simple syrup, lime juice, and strawberries. Blend this mixture until it comes out smooth.
• Pour about 1 inch of the daiquiri mixture into each glass.
• Rinse your blender out so there is no strawberry daiquiri left.
• Add pineapple juice, rum, coconut milk, and ice into the blender. Blend until smooth.
• Pour the pina colada mixture over the daiquiri, allowing them to mix slightly.
• Garnish the rim of each glass with a pineapple slice and a fresh strawberry. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 8ounces | Calories: 281cal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 23mg | Sugar: 20g | Fiber: 2g | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 2mg

Originally published May 2022, updated and republished April 2025

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Wine and Ice Cream

Recreate a childhood favorite drink by swapping soda for strawberry wine — it takes it to an entirely different level of deliciousness!

And an ice cream wine float is so easy to make that you can whip one up in minutes after a long day.

Simply add scoops of ice cream and freshly sliced strawberries to a wine glass, then pour the wine on top.

Finish by adding some club soda, garnish with a strawberry, and sip the night away.

Serving cold and refreshing drinks at barbecues and potlucks is a must when it’s hot out. Try this Peach Margarita and my classic Easy Pina Colada Recipe next.

Or, if you are looking for something incredibly unique, reach for my Gummy Bear Jello Shots or this Orange White Wine Sangria. Both are always crowd-pleasers at our house!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Vanilla Ice Cream – I’ll usually grab a high-quality ice cream (like Haagen-Dazs) to make the whole process easier, but my homemade vanilla ice cream would be delicious too.
  
• Strawberry Wine – Don’t settle for a wine you don’t love. Choose a bottle that tastes great on its own!
  
  I used a bottle of Strawberry Barefoot Fruitscato for my wine and ice cream floats, which combines Moscato with the flavor of strawberries.
  
  You could also use a genuine strawberry wine made from fresh berries.
  
• Fresh Strawberries – Hull and slice the berries before adding them to the glass. You can use frozen strawberry slices in a pinch but they’ll get a bit mushy as they thaw.
  
• Club Soda – Adds plenty of bubbles to make your wine and ice cream float extra delicious. Sparkling water is a great swap, but avoid tonic water as it will be too bitter.

Tips and Tricks to Make Perfect Wine and Ice Cream Floats

• Add the ice cream first.

Some recipes have you start with the wine, but then you have to deal with potential splashes.

I find it much easier to add the scoops before the liquids. And if you measure them out, you’ll still get the ratios just right.

• Make it as sweet as you’d like.

Swap the club soda for strawberry soda to make the wine ice cream float even sweeter. It’ll have a more intense strawberry flavor too!

• Create a fruity twist.

Mix a few additional berries, such as raspberries and blueberries, into your wine ice cream float for a mixed-berry version.

Add about 4-8 berries total so they add enough color and flavor without being too overwhelming.

• Serve with a spoon or a straw — or both!

Dig into your strawberry wine and ice cream float right away with a spoon, or let it sit for a few minutes to allow the ice cream to melt.

Then, you can sip it right out of the glass! I like to have a spoon either way so I can scoop up the fresh berries.

Prep Ahead

• Hull and slice strawberries

Kitchen Tools You Will Need

• Ice Cream Scoop – I’ve somehow collected six scoops, but this one is always my go-to!
• Jigger – Essential for any well-stocked bar, this quickly and accurately measures liquids for making cocktails. In a pinch, liquid measuring cups will work as well.

Wine Float Flavor Variations

The sky’s the limit when it comes to flavor combinations, really. Experiment with different types of wine — red or white — and different flavors of ice cream!

Pair blueberry ice cream or lime sherbet with your favorite whites, or pour a fruity red like Merlot or Pinot Noir over triple berry or black cherry ice cream.

If you’re unsure, look for the fruit notes listed on the bottle and use those as ideas.

You can even add flavored sparkling water or seltzer to the wine and ice cream for another layer of flavor.

Something citrus or berry-flavored would be fantastic in this strawberry float.

Want to enjoy some classic cocktail combinations? Try these ice cream wine float flavors:

• Mimosa Float: Champagne + Orange Sherbet
• Raspberry Spritzer Float: Rosé or Pink Moscato + Raspberry Sorbet
• Bellini Float: Prosecco + Peaches and Cream Ice Cream

Ice Cream Wine Float FAQ

Enjoy!

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Strawberry Wine and Ice Cream Float

Pair Wine and Ice Cream with fresh berries and club soda for boozy sweet treat. This strawberry wine float is a hit at parties!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1 float

Calories 644cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 3 scoops vanilla ice cream
• 2 strawberries sliced
• 5 ounces strawberry wine
• 2 ounces club soda

Instructions

• Scoop the ice cream into a wine glass. Drop the sliced strawberries over the ice cream.
• Pour the wine into the glass, then top with club soda.
• Serve and enjoy!

Notes

• Strawberry soda could be used in place of club soda for a sweet flavor.
• This dessert cocktail tastes like boozy strawberry ice cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 644cal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 183mg | Sugar: 54g | Fiber: 2g | Calcium: 271mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published July 2021, updated and republished February 2025

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Chocolate Caramel Milkshake Cocktail

It’s Thursday.  You know what that means….  It’s Ladies Night!  

Tonight we are blending up Chocolate Caramel Milkshake Cocktails.  Scrumptious chocolate liqueur is intensified with Kahlua.  Caramel and cream combine to make this one adult cocktail that you will make over and over!

Happy Ladies Night!  Kick ’em off and pour yourself one.  XO

Enjoy!
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Chocolate Caramel Milkshake Cocktail

Tonight we are blending up Chocolate Caramel Milkshake Cocktails. Scrumptious chocolate liqueur is intensified with Kahlua. Caramel and cream combine to make this one adult cocktail that you will make over and over!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Blender

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 40 Ounces

Calories 17cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 3 ounces Kahlua
• 2 ounces Crème de Cocoa
• 2 ounces Smirnoff Caramel Vodka
• 4 ounces International Delight French Vanilla Creamer
• 3 cups ice

Instructions

• Combine all ingredients in blender. Blend until your ice is smooth. You may need to pulse blender a few times to help break up ice cubes.
• Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 17cal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Sugar: 2g | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 1mg

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Perfectly Peach Frozen Margarita

It’s Ladies Night Slow Roasters!  We are so excited to be hosting our second weekly Cocktail Link Party here at TSRI.  This week we are celebrating National Margarita Day!  It is a paid day off right????  Well, wishful thinking.  I guess no one is going to pay you to sip margaritas. Maybe…  Jose Cuervo is giving their people a paid day off for National Margarita Day.

Our cocktail creation for this momentous occasion is the Perfectly Peach Margarita.  A sweet, frozen, peachy margarita is just what I needed for this celebration.  Pure peach sweetness!  Imagine a fresh Georgia peach, perfectly ripe with a heavenly summer aroma transformed into a margarita.

What more could you ask for on National Margarita Day?  Perhaps a chance to link up your own margarita creations, appetizers and treats! Not in the mood for a margarita? How about a Cosmopolitan! Be sure to pop over to check out our co-host’s Greg and Katherine from Rufus’ Food and Spirits Guide favorite pick for Ladies Night.  Are you a featured favorite?  Make sure you grab a button to post on your site!

Happy National Margarita Day!  Kick ’em off and pour yourself one.  XO

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Perfectly Peach Frozen Margarita

It’s Ladies Night Slow Roasters! We are so excited to be hosting our second weekly Cocktail Link Party here at TSRI. This week we are celebrating National Margarita Day! It is a paid day off right???? Well, wishful thinking. I guess no one is going to pay you to sip margaritas. Drats! Maybe… Jose Cuervo is giving their people a paid day off for National Margarita Day.

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Blender

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2

Calories 342cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 1 cup peach chunks fresh, frozen, or canned
• 3 ounces tequila
• 3 ounces peach schnapps
• 1 ounce triple sec
• 1 ounce sugar
• 1 ounce sweetened lime juice
• 3 cups ice adjust to personal preference
• lime slices garnish

Instructions

• Add ingredients to blender (except garnish). Blend together until mixture becomes a thick slush (add more ice if necessary).
• Pour into margarita glasses and garnish with a lime slice! Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 342cal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 30mg | Sugar: 35g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg

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Come party with us every Thursday!

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