Colorado Slush
Cool down on a hot day with Colorado Slush, a refreshing and boozy frozen delight that's perfect for parties and gatherings alike. This vibrant cocktail slush strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, featuring a base of steeped black tea infused with the tropical goodness of pineapple juice and orange juice. Combined with a splash of vodka for that grown-up twist, this luscious mixture is frozen to achieve a soft, icy consistency that’s easy to scoop and serve. Just before enjoying, top with fizzy lemon-lime soda for an extra layer of effervescence. Ideal for summer entertaining, this make-ahead cocktail is as visually appealing as it is delicious—garnish with fresh citrus slices or pineapple wedges for a stunning finish. Easy, flavorful, and undeniably refreshing, Colorado Slush is your go-to recipe for keeping cool in style!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 7 cups Water
- 2 cups Sugar
- 4 Black tea bags
- 1 cup Pineapple juice
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 2 cups Vodka
- 2 cups Lemon-lime soda (such as Sprite), chilled
- 2 cups Ice cubes (optional, for faster freezing)
Instructions
Bring 7 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
Add 2 cups of sugar to the boiling water and stir until fully dissolved. Remove from heat.
Steep 4 black tea bags in the hot sugar-water mixture for about 5 minutes, then discard the tea bags.
Let the tea mixture cool to room temperature.
In a large bowl or freezer-safe container, mix the cooled tea with 1 cup of pineapple juice, 1 cup of orange juice, and 2 cups of vodka.
Stir the mixture well, cover, and freeze for at least 12 hours, or overnight. The alcohol will prevent it from freezing solid, creating a slushy consistency.
When ready to serve, scrape or scoop the frozen mixture into glasses and top each glass with a splash of chilled lemon-lime soda.
Optionally garnish with fresh fruit, like an orange wedge or pineapple slice, and serve with a straw or spoon.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3148 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 146 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 507.5 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 503.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 697 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
