21 Best Frozen Drinks for the Hottest Days of the Year
There's nothing better than a frosty piña colada!
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Summer will be here before you know it! And that includes the heat, humidity, and blistering sun. So what's the best way to cool off on a scorching summer day? Besides heading indoors for the air conditioning, the best way to stay chill is with a refreshing summer drink. And we don't just mean water or root beer, either. We're talking about all the best frozen drinks that you can make in a blender. From fruit smoothies to frozen margaritas, this list has tons of great recipes for ice cold beverages.
Hosting a pool party? Family-friendly frozen lemonade is a must. Throwing a backyard cookout? Treat adult guests to a chocolaty mudslide for a frozen dessert! From casual get-togethers to 4th of July celebrations, these frozen drinks and cocktails are perfect for any hot summer day. Lean into sweet nostalgia with an Orange Julius milkshake—just like the food court treat of yesteryear—or pretend you're on a tropical vacation by blending up a piña colada. We've also included an outrageous chocolate milkshake complete with chocolate whipped cream on top. Once your drink is served, the only thing left to do is grab that portable fan to really beat the heat.
Mudslide
The boozy milkshake of your dreams, this mudslide is the ultimate after-dinner treat. It's made with vanilla ice cream, Irish cream, coffee liqueur, and vodka. Be sure to drizzle some chocolate around the glass, too!
Get the Mudslide recipe.
Orange Julius Milkshake
Remember the frozen, citrusy drink found in food courts of shopping malls? Relive that deliciousness with this Orange Julius milkshake you can make at home!
Get the Orange Julius Milkshake recipe.
Piña Colada
You don't have to be vacationing oceanside to slurp down a smooth, creamy piña colada. Just pull out your blender and make one right at home!
Get the Piña Colada recipe.
Frosé
Did you know you can make frosé with just four ingredients? That's right! All it takes is rosé, strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice, plus a good blender, to whip this up!
Get the Frosé recipe.
Ultimate Chocolate Milkshake
Calling all chocoholics! This devilishly decadent milkshake is outrageously good. It's made with chocolate ice cream, chocolate milk, and chocolate syrup. There's also cocoa whipped cream, chocolate sprinkles, and chocolate shavings on top!
Get the Ultimate Chocolate Milkshake recipe.
Peach Bellini
Using frozen peaches and frozen strawberries makes this bellini extra frosty and perfect for hot summer days! Give your brunch mimosa a rest and try this instead.
Get the Peach Bellini recipe.
Iced Coffee Ice Cream Float
Consider this a dessert version of Ree Drummond's famous iced coffee. Made with the easiest no-churn ice cream and coffee, it's the perfect afternoon pick-me-up! Of course, no one has to know if you have one for breakfast too.
Get the Iced Coffee Ice Cream Float recipe.
Frozen Lemonade
If you're anything like Ree Drummond, then lemonade is a must when it comes to summer. This take on the classic drink is creamy, sweet, tart, and somehow even more refreshing!
Get the Frozen Lemonade recipe.
Pineapple-Peach Frozen Sangria
This is a twist on white wine sangria that's perfect for those days when it's unbearably hot. The frozen peaches, green grapes, and pineapple chunks make it extra refreshing.
Get Ree's Pineapple-Peach Frozen Sangria recipe.
Watermelon Smoothie
Watermelon might just be the most refreshing fruit there is so when you add it to a smoothie blended with ice, you know it's going to be good for keeping you cool and hydrated! Oh, and it tastes delicious, too!
Get the Watermelon Smoothie recipe.
Strawberry Daiquiri
This pink, slushy drink just screams: pool party! It's just like the kind you might find at a beach vacation.
Get the Strawberry Daiquiri recipe.
Blackberry Margarita
You can't have taco Tuesday without margaritas! This version is made with blackberry puree, tequila, lime juice, and triple sec.
Get Ree's Blackberry Margarita recipe.
Red Berry Frozen Sangria
Summer berries give this red wine cocktail it's sweet, fruity flavor. The best part? You don't have to wait for the wine and fruit to infuse!
Get Ree's Red Berry Frozen Sangria recipe.
Pumpkin Pie Milkshake
Pumpkin spice season always seems to come earlier and earlier every year. If you're craving the flavors of fall but it's still technically summer, try this pumpkin pie milkshake instead. It can be made with or without rum.
Get the Pumpkin Pie Milkshake recipe.
Watermelon-Raspberry Frozen Sangria
This frozen cocktail is all about the rosé! It even uses fruits like watermelon and raspberries which pair perfectly with the pink wine.
Get Ree's Watermelon-Raspberry Frozen Sangria recipe.
Mango Margaritas
There are so many fun variations on margaritas, but this one is perfect for that tropical flavor. The trick is that it's loaded with jarred mango chunks!
Get Ree's Mango Margaritas recipe.
Frozen Mojitos
The key to making this drink so refreshing is using frozen limeade and lots of fresh mint! It also gives the rum-based drink a pretty green hue.
Boozy S'mores Milkshake
Chocolate ice cream, scotch, and toasted marshmallows come together for one truly decadent frozen drink. It can even double as a summer dessert!
Get the Boozy S'mores Milkshake recipe at A Cookie Named Desire.
Miami Vice
If you've never heard of a Miami Vice before, prepare to be amazed! It's basically a combination of two tropical favorites: strawberry daiquiri and pina colada!
Frozen Mango Moscow Mule
Between the frozen mango and spicy ginger beer, this cocktail is bursting with flavor! And if the summer sun isn't hot enough for you, try adding a sprinkle with Tajin or chili salt on top.
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