This super easy vodka slushy recipe is made with a handful of ingredients in a matter of minutes. With plenty of frozen raspberries and orange juice, it’s refreshing, delicious and sure to be on rotation all summer long!
Hi friends!
Sharing a super easy summer drink with you all today, this vodka slushy!
If you’re like me, summer is all about being outside (especially after the snowy Newfoundland winters).
I love being on the deck while having a cold drink in hand and just enjoying the nice weather. You too?
Oh, and if you’re looking for something simple to enjoy with this frozen cocktail, try these roasted blueberry and goat cheese crostini.
Fan of frozen drinks? Check out this frozen strawberry lemonade!
Why We Love This Vodka Slushy Recipe
- This slushy recipe is made with only 5 ingredients.
- It’s made in about 5 minutes.
- It’s flexible with the variety of fruit that can be used (so it can be made with what’s on hand).
- The recipe can easily be adjusted for less (or more) servings.
- Of course, it’s super refreshing and delicious!
Can I Use Another Frozen Fruit?
Absolutely! Frozen raspberries were used, but you can use what you enjoy best. Other delicious options are frozen strawberries, cherries, blueberries, pineapple or mango.
Just keep in mind that different varieties of fruit will have varying degrees of sweetness (which will impact the overall flavour of your frozen drink).
Can I Make This a Mocktail Instead?
Yep! If you want this raspberry drink to be non-alcoholic, instead of vodka, you can sub in with some cold water or more orange juice.
Tips for Making This Recipe
- When making this frozen slushy recipe, ensure you use frozen fruit, not fresh. The frozen fruit is what makes this drink thick and cold.
- You can make this vodka cocktail as thick or as thin as you like by adjusting the amount of water you add. For a thicker consistency, add less water and for a thinner consistency, add more water.
- If you prefer things sweeter, add in more simple syrup. If you do, just reduce the amount of cold water by the same amount (so you don’t thin out your drink too much).
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Vodka Slushy Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen raspberries
- 1 cup cold orange juice
- 1 cup crushed ice
- ½ to ¾ cup cold water, or more for a looser or thinner consistency
- 6 ounces vodka
- ¼ cup simple syrup, or to taste (see "Notes" below)
- Orange slices, garnish to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender, cover and blend until combined. Divide slushy between four glasses and garnish (if desired) with an orange slice. Serve and enjoy!Note: If you want things on the thicker side, use ½ cup of cold water. Add more if you want things looser or thinner.
Notes
- Simple syrup is equal parts white sugar to water. Heat ¼ cup of water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat (don’t boil), stir in ¼ cup of white sugar and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Allow to cool. You’ll likely end up with a tad more than what’s needed for this recipe, but you can properly store cooled leftovers in a covered glass storage jar in the fridge and use within a few days or so.
- As always, drink responsibly!
- When making this frozen slushy recipe, ensure you use frozen fruit, not fresh. The frozen fruit is what makes this drink thick and cold.
- You can make this cocktail as thick or as thin as you like by adjusting the amount of water you add. For a thicker consistency, add less water and for a thinner consistency, add more water.
- If you prefer things sweeter, add in more simple syrup. If you do, just reduce the amount of cold water by the same amount (so you don’t thin out your drink too much).
A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.
Tried this recipe?
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