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There is absolutely nothing better than an ice-cold slushy drink on a hot summers day! In this blog we’ve gathered together five of our favourite slushy drinks that both the kids AND adults can enjoy!
Unicorn Smoothie
Our favourite kids summer drink! Try this and get a glass full of goodness into your little ones.
Ingredients:
x2 handfuls Party Ice
x1 handful blueberries
x1 handful strawberries
x6 tbsp’s Greek yoghurt
Top up: Milk
Garnish: Whipped cream & sprinkles
Method:
1. Add the ice, fruit and milk to a blender.
2. Blend for 30 seconds and when done give the mixture a good stir.
3. Layer the smoothie and yogurt with a large spoon to create a spiral effect.
4. Squirt whipped cream on top, add sprinkles and serve.
Watermelon Fruit Cooler
Serve this juicy and refreshing mocktail in a drinks dispenser and let the kids help themselves all day long. Full of watermelon goodness which is a great alternative to sugary drinks this summer.
Ingredients:
x4 handfuls Party Ice
x1/2 whole watermelon
x1 tbsp honey
x2 limes
Top up: Cold water
Garnish: Lemon wheels
Method:
1. Cut a whole watermelon into chunks and add to a blender.
2. Add a tablespoon of honey and squeeze the juice of 2 limes, then blend until smooth.
3. Pour the mixture into a drinks dispenser or pitcher and top with water.
4. Add lots of ice to keep cold all-day long and garnish with lemon wheels.
Homemade Frozen Lemonade
A delicious twist on the classic summer drink! You can’t beat a homemade lemonade.
Ingredients:
x2 handfuls Party Ice
x2 whole lemons (zest & juice)
x2 measures honey
Top up: Water
Garnish: Lemon Wheels
Method:
1. Grate the zest of both lemons into a bowl. Squeeze the juice of both lemons into the bowl avoiding the seeds.
2. Add the lemon juice, zest, honey, Party Ice and water to a blender and pulse until it is blended to the consistency you prefer.
3. Blend longer for a smoother frozen drink, and less for an icier drink.
4. Once ready garnish and serve!
Alcoholic Free Strawberry Daiquiri
A perfect slushy drink that the kids can enjoy too! This alcohol free version of our Strawberry Daiquiri is just as delicious and perfect for those hot summer BBQ’s.
Ingredients:
x1 handful Party Ice
x2-3 handfuls strawberries, tops cut off
x1 tbsp simple syrup
x1 cup soda water
x1/2 lime, juiced
Method:
1. Add all the ingredients apart from the soda water to a blender and blend until you reach your desired consistency.
2. Pour into a glass, top with the soda water and stir.
3. Garnish with strawberries and serve!
Blueberry Slushy
This delicious frozen slush is great for getting some goodness into the little ones! It’s made using just four ingredients too.
Ingredients:
x1 handful Party Ice
x2 handful blueberries
x1/2 measure lemon juice
x1 cup of coconut water
Method:
1. Add all the ingredients into a blender and blend until you reach desired thickness. If looking for a thicker consistency, add more ice!
2. Pour into a glass and top with extra blueberries.
3. Serve & enjoy!
For other ways to keep chilled this summer, check out our Ultimate BBQ Party page for lots more like this! And, if you try any of the drinks in this blog, make sure you snap and share over on our Party Ice Instagram using the hashtag #summeronice.
