Every sip of this Brandy Slush tastes like sunshine. A bright blend of orange juice, grapefruit juice and lemonade pairs perfectly with just the right amount of brandy to create a boozy, icy drink you’ll want to serve at every gathering.
Brandy Slush
This frozen Brandy Slush is easy to make and perfect year-round. It’s an ideal choice for a summer pool party or a casual weekend gathering, and it’s equally welcome when you need a little holiday cheer. The mix of citrus juices and lemonade balances the warmth of the brandy so the result is fruity, refreshing and not overpowering.
The recipe suits both brandy lovers and those who prefer milder cocktails. If you don’t enjoy sipping brandy straight, the fruit juices and a touch of sugar soften its bite and create a smooth, sweet slush with bright citrus notes.
No blender required—this one freezes into the perfect slushy texture in a container. Making it at home is simple and much more budget-friendly than buying frozen cocktails at a bar. Plus, you can double the batch without paying bar prices.
This is a slush recipe you don’t need to plug in a blender for—easy and fuss-free.
Ingredients for Brandy Slush
You only need six ingredients to make this refreshing frozen drink. The quantities make a generous batch that serves a small group.
- Water – 5 cups
- Sugar – 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- Orange Juice – 1 (12 oz) can frozen orange juice
- Lemonade – 1 (12 oz) can frozen lemonade
- Grapefruit Juice – 2 cups
- Brandy – 1 cup
How to Make Brandy Slush
Follow these straightforward steps to make a crowd-pleasing Brandy Slush.
1. Make a simple syrup. In a large pot, bring the water and sugar to a boil, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved.
2. Mix the juices and brandy. Remove from heat and stir in the frozen orange juice concentrate, frozen lemonade, grapefruit juice and brandy until well combined.
3. Transfer and cover. Pour the mixture into a large plastic container or an ice cream bucket and cover tightly.
4. Freeze. Freeze for at least 4 hours; overnight yields the best texture.
5. Scoop and serve. When frozen, scoop portions with an ice cream scoop into chilled glasses. Garnish with orange slices and cocktail cherries, and enjoy immediately.
Tips and Variations
Small tweaks make this recipe even more festive or convenient.
- Add fizz. For a fizzy finish, pour a splash of 7UP or ginger ale over each serving just before drinking.
- Keep it frozen. Store the slush in the freezer between servings so it stays icy and ready to scoop.
- Chill the glasses. Freeze glasses ahead of time to keep drinks colder longer.
Brandy Slush Recipe
Ingredients
- 5 cups water
- 1 ½ cup granulated sugar
- 12 ounces frozen orange juice (concentrate)
- 12 ounces frozen lemonade (concentrate)
- 2 cups grapefruit juice
- 1 cup brandy
Toppings:
- Sliced oranges
- Cocktail cherries
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil the water and sugar together until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat and add the frozen orange juice, frozen lemonade, grapefruit juice and brandy. Stir until combined.
- Pour the mixture into a large plastic container or ice cream bucket and cover.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- When frozen, scoop into chilled glasses and garnish with orange slices and cherries.
Notes
- For added fizz, top each serving with a splash of 7UP or ginger ale just before drinking.
- Store the slush in the freezer between servings so it stays icy.
- Chilled glasses help keep drinks colder longer.
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