Hot summer days don’t stand a chance against this year’s frozen cocktail collection. Find your new favourite sip with these 5 unforgettable recipes!
Summer calls for all things frozen— cocktails included!
It’s that time of year again, when the weather gets hotter, and the cocktails get colder! Make staying cool a breeze with this collection of five frozen cocktail recipes. From the deliciously decadent Empress Peach Pie to the refreshing & simple Empress Frozen Paloma, these drinks deserve a permanent spot on your summer rotation.
Reshaking any of these sips? Be sure to tag us on Instagram with the #ChillWithEmpress so we can see your seasonal creations!
What you’ll need:
Creating the perfect frozen cocktail is simple! Aside from your regular cocktail shaker set up, here’s a quick list of the tools you’ll need on hand:
For the slushies:
- Blender
- Ice (or frozen fruit— recipe dependent)
For the granitas:
- Large, sealed freezer-proof container
- Fork
Now, let’s begin!
1. Peach Pineapple SLush
With warm weather in the forecast, @foodie_renee‘s Peach Pineapple Slush is about to be your new best friend. Deliciously fruity with a touch of sweetness, it’s the perfect addition to a hot July afternoon!
Ingredients:
- 3 oz Empress 1908 Gin
- 2 cups Frozen Sliced Peaches & Pineapples
- 3 oz Pineapple Juice
- 1 oz Grenadine
- ½ oz Lime Juice
- Garnish of choice
METHOD:
Add frozen peaches, pineapples and pineapple juice to a blender. Blend well until smooth. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add Grenadine, Empress 1908 Gin and lime juice, and mix well. Pour the gin cocktail mix into a glass. Add the slushy on top and garnish as desired. Enjoy!
2. NOBLE EMPRESS SLUSHIE
Sweet lemonade, tart limoncello and a hint of vibrant hibiscus syrup— what more could you ask for? Pop @cocktail_contessa‘s latest recipe in the freezer overnight and voilà! A frozen delight to keep you cool all summer long.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Empress 1908 Gin
- 4 cups Lemonade
- 4 oz Limoncello
- 6 oz Hibiscus Syrup
Method
Combine ingredients in an 8-cup, freezer-safe, sealed container. Stir and leave in freezer overnight. To serve, fluff with a fork, scoop into chilled martini glasses and garnish with edible flowers.
3. Empress Peach Pie
Who doesn’t love a sweet summer pie— from strawberry rhubarb, to blueberry & beyond, this fruity dessert makes a real seasonal treat! @marissamakes__ takes inspiration from Peach Pie for her latest frozen sip. Details below!
Ingredients:
- 3 oz Empress 1908 Gin
- 2 cups Frozen Peaches (white or yellow, with the skin removed)
- 1½ oz Vanilla Bourbon Syrup*
- Juice of half a Lemon
METHOD:
To make the cocktail, combine all drink ingredients in a blender and pulse until well blended and the consistency of a smoothie. If it is too thick, add a little more lemon juice to thin it out. Divide into two rocks glasses, garnish with a peach slice, and enjoy!
*FOR THE SYRUP:
To make the syrup, combine 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water and 1 tbsp vanilla bourbon extract in a sauce pan and cook over medium heat until all of the sugar has dissolved, and the mixture is bubbling at the edges. Remove from heat and cool.
4. Empress frozen paloma
Frozen Paloma? Say no more! It’s no secret we love a grapefruit cocktail, and @the.boozy.ginger’s latest creation is no exception. Enjoy this twist on the classic all summer long!
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Empress 1908 Gin
- ½ oz Lime Juice
- ½ oz Simple Syrup
- 3-5 Grapefruit Juice Ice Cubes
Method
Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Garnish with a grapefruit slice and edible flower (optional). Enjoy!
Tip! The grapefruit juice ice cubes make a handy freezer addition for all your summer sipping needs. Add them to a simple cocktail like the Empress & Tonic, and let that extra flavour infuse as you sip!
5. Frozen Tropical Empress
What’s tall, tropical and delicious? Our next frozen cocktail from @poppy.and.sesame! Mango, pineapple, coconut— this recipe has it all. Sit back and relax with the details below!
Ingredients
- 2 oz Empress 1908 Gin
- ½ oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- ½ cup Frozen Pineapple
- ½ cup Frozen Mango
- 1 oz Coconut Water
- 1 oz Simple Syrup
- Pineapple Slice
Method
Add all ingredients to a blender and pulse for 15 sec. Pour into a tall cocktail glass and serve with tropical garnish! Pro Tip: You can substitute the frozen fruits with fruit juices and add a cup of ice in the blender.
For more must-try frozen cocktail recipes, be sure to visit our recently updated Instagram Guide, and always-growing Cocktail Library. And don’t forget to pick up a bottle from a store near you, or order one online!
Sip responsibly!
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