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!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

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)

Directions

Step 1

Bring 7 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.

Step 2

Add 2 cups of sugar to the boiling water and stir until fully dissolved. Remove from heat.

Step 3

Steep 4 black tea bags in the hot sugar-water mixture for about 5 minutes, then discard the tea bags.

Step 4

Let the tea mixture cool to room temperature.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

When ready to serve, scrape or scoop the frozen mixture into glasses and top each glass with a splash of chilled lemon-lime soda.

Step 8

Optionally garnish with fresh fruit, like an orange wedge or pineapple slice, and serve with a straw or spoon.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4005.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3148.0

Total Fat 2.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 145.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 507.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g	0%
Total Sugars 503.5g
Protein 2.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 153.5mg	0%
Iron 0.9mg	0%
Potassium 697.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.0%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 98.6%