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    Home » Beverages » Cocktails » Wine Slushies

    Wine Slushies

    Published: Apr 22, 2023 by Linda Warren

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    The hottest craze & coolest drinks this summer - wine slushies! Just 3 simple ingredients, wine, frozen fruit, and simple syrup then blend. These frozen cocktails are so easy you'll want to whip them up for your next BBQ, holiday get-together, relaxing poolside, or just chillin’.

    Three wine slushies with different flavors on wooden tray.

    FYI - This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. All links are products I use when making my recipes.

    Table of Contents

    • Fruity Frozen Cocktails
    • What is a wine slushie?
      • Who invented wine slushies?
    • Why You'll Love This Wine Slushie Recipe
    • Ingredients for Wine Slushies
    • Best Wine for Slushies
    • How to Make Simple Syrup for Wine Slushies
    • How to Make Wine Slushies With Fruit
    • Recipe Variations
      • Wine Slushies Without Fruit
    • How to Serve Wine Slushies
    • Make Ahead and Leftover Storage
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More Summer Cocktail Recipes

    Fruity Frozen Cocktails

    Just looking at these frozen wine slushies is enough to make you thirsty! The bold colors come from the frozen, real fruit! It's tough to pick out what the best thing about them is. They are easy to make, easy to tweak, and have a naturally sweet flavor.

    Get party-ready with some alcohol slushies! These Triple Berry, Strawberry, and Peach Wine Slushies fit in perfectly with other cocktails like Raspberry Daiquiri, Mango Colada, and Watermelon Margarita.

    Overhead of fruit slushies.

    What is a wine slushie?

    A wine slushie is a refreshing and delicious frozen cocktail made by blending together wine, ice, and other flavorings or mix-ins like fruit, herbs, and syrups. You can find them on the menu at many bars and restaurants, often with creative variations and twists on the classic recipe.

    Typically, the wine used in a wine slushie is a light and fruity white or rosé, although you can experiment with different types of wine to find the perfect combination for your taste buds.

    Either frozen fruit or ice gives the slushie its signature frozen texture, while the mix-ins add extra layers of flavor and complexity.

    Wine slushies are perfect for sipping on a hot summer day, and they're easy to make at home with just a few simple ingredients and a blender.

    Who invented wine slushies?

    Wine slushie was first invented by Kelly Fields, owner of Willa Jean, in New Orleans. It is kind of like a slushie that fell off the wagon! Yep, that's right! It's a frozen cocktail made with wine.

    Kelly also made one called a Frose. It's frozen rosé wine blended with simple syrup. You'll also find strawberry frosé recipes with strawberries and a splash of lemon.

    Fruit slushies with straws.

    Why You'll Love This Wine Slushie Recipe

    If you enjoy fruity frozen drinks like daiquiris and margaritas, you'll love sipping on alcoholic slushies.

    You can easily change the fruit and wine to make your own flavor combo.

    Perfect for parties on the back porch or just an intimate tête-à-tête. You can even add a little champagne when you are ready to serve but it doesn't really need it. Just look at those pretty cocktail slushies!

    Ingredients for Wine Slushies

    Ingredients for triple berry wine slushies.

    You don't need to buy a wine slushie mix, you only need a few simple ingredients for making wine slushies. Here's the list:

    • Wine
    • Frozen Berries or Fruit
    • Simple Syrup
    • Fresh Fruit or Mint, optional for garnishing

    Best Wine for Slushies

    The simple answer is the wine you enjoy drinking. It can be sweet or dry. Here are some popular options:

    • Champagne Slushies - Champagne, Sparkling Wine, or Prosecco
    • Pink Wine Slushies - Pink Moscato or White Zinfandel
    • Red Wine Slushies - Merlot, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, or Sweet Red Wine
    • Rosé Wine Slushies - Pinot Noir Rosé, Grenache Rosé, or Zinfandel Rosé
    • White Wine Slushies - Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Moscato, Sauvignon Blanc, and Riesling

    How to Make Simple Syrup for Wine Slushies

    It's easy to make simple syrup for wine slushies and other cocktails. Here's how:

    • Combine equal parts of white granulated sugar and water in a saucepan (1 cup of each is a good amount).
    • Heat it over medium-high heat until the sugar dissolves, stirring occasionally.
    • Remove it from the heat and cool it to room temperature.
    • Pour it into an airtight container.
    • Store simple syrup in the fridge for up to 1 month.

    How to Make Wine Slushies With Fruit

    Adding fruit and wine to blender.
    1. Place frozen fruit in a blender (in this case, I'm making a triple berry slushie so I've added frozen raspberries, blueberries, and raspberries) and add wine.
    2. Pour in simple syrup.
    Overhead of before and after blending.
    1. Ready to blend.
    2. Blend until smooth.
    Pouring wine slushie into glass.
    1. Pour the slushie mixture into a large wine glass.
    Triple berry wine slushie in glass with straw.

    Finish with a garnish of the fruit you used in the smoothie. In this case, I garnished with a raspberry, a blackberry, and a blueberry. Add a sprig of mint for a pop of color. Serve with a straw and chill.

    Recipe Variations

    You can easily change the fruit and wine to make your own flavor combo. You can also add liquor or flavorings. Here are some ideas:

    • Blackberry Wine Slushie - Use only blackberries.
    • Cantaloupe Wine Slushie - Use cantaloupe and Sauvignon Blanc
    • Champagne Wine Slushie - Use champagne and peaches
    • Peach Wine Slushies - Use peaches instead of berries.
    • Pina Colada Wine Slushie - Use pineapple and sweetened coconut milk.
    • Raspberry Wine Slushie - Use only raspberries.
    • Strawberry Wine Slushie - Use only strawberries and Rosé wine.
    • Watermelon Wine Slushie - Use watermelon and Moscato.

    For stronger spiked slushies, add 1 ounce of rum or vodka. You can also add ½ ounce of a fruity liqueur such as Grand Marnier, Chambord, Cointreau, or Limoncello.

    So get your blenders going and let me know what you come up with. We'll start our own slushies craze right here on 2 Cookin Mamas! Just remember the simple formula: wine + frozen fruit + simple syrup. Put in blender & done!

    Wine Slushies Without Fruit

    To make wine slushies with no fruit, you'll need just wine and simple syrup. Here's how:

    1. Freeze wine in an ice cube tray. Reserve ¼ cup for blending.
    2. Place the frozen wine cubes in a blender.
    3. Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of simple syrup and the reserved ¼ cup of wine.
    4. Blend until it reaches slushy-like consistency.

    How to Serve Wine Slushies

    Pour them into a stemless wine glass and garnish with fresh fruit and a sprig of mint. Serve slushies with straws.

    Make Ahead and Leftover Storage

    To make wine slushies in advance, prepare the slushie and pour it into a large freezer bag. Press the air out and seal the bag. Freeze it for up to 2 months. Do the same for slushie leftovers.

    When ready to serve, thaw it at room temperature for about 10 minutes. Use an ice cream scoop to place the frozen wine slushie into glasses.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can you freeze wine for slushies?

    Yes. Wine has a lower alcohol content than liquor and will freeze.

    Does freezing wine affect the alcohol content?

    No. Freeze wine will not change the alcohol content. Frozen wine will contain the same amount as it had before freezing and after thawing.

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    Three flavors of alcoholic slushies on wooden tray.

    Wine Slushies

    The hottest craze & coolest drinks this summer - wine slushies. Frozen cocktails that are so easy to make - combine wine, frozen fruit, ice and blend!
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1 -2 cocktails
    Calories: 462kcal
    Author: Linda Warren

    Equipment

    • Blender
    • Stemless Wine Glasses

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup pinot grigio moscato, sauvignon blanc, champagne, albarino or rose
    • 2 cups triple berry frozen fruit or opt for peach, strawberry or a combination
    • 2 Tablespoons simple syrup
    • Garnish: fresh berries, sprigs of mint

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients in a blender except garnishes. Blend until smooth.
    • Pour into a stemless wine glass. Garnish with fresh matching fruit and a sprig of mint.

    Notes

    TO MAKE AHEAD OF TIME
    Prepare the slushie and pour it into a large freezer bag. Press the air out and seal the bag. Freeze it for up to 2 months. Do the same for slushie leftovers.
    When ready to serve, thaw it at room temperature for about 10 minutes. Use an ice cream scoop to place the frozen wine slushie into glasses.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 462kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 26mg | Potassium: 193mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 55g | Vitamin A: 143IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg

    This post has been updated with new photos and easy instructions. It was first published on June 19, 2016.

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