The only thing better than summer sunshine is an ice-cold drink to go with it—and not just water or Dr Pepper. Think frosty favorites made in a blender that are big on fun and even bigger on flavor. From fruity smoothies and slushies to frozen cocktails (and mocktails), this list is packed with the best icy sips for staying cool all season long.
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 summer drinks are perfect for any hot day. Lean into sweet nostalgia with an Orange Julius milkshake or pretend you're on a tropical vacation by blending up a piña colada. Once your drink is poured, all that’s left to do is kick back, sip, and soak up the season.
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Frozen Espresso Martinis
Gordon Sawyer
This is like an adult Frappuccino with bold coffee flavor and a frosty cocktail twist. Finish it off with coffee whipped cream, and garnish with espresso beans.
This classic summer sip starts with a homemade simple syrup. Add the zing of lemonade and the fruity flavor of frozen strawberries, and it strikes that perfect balance between playful and refreshing.
Made with frozen peaches, banana, milk, and Greek yogurt, this smoothie is naturally sweet. A drizzle of honey plus a hint of cinnamon and fresh ginger make it even more special.
Hot days happen in the fall, too! Thanks to frozen apple cider, maple syrup, and apple pie spice, you’ll get cozy orchard flavor in every sip. Add a sugared rim and garnish of apple slices or cinnamon sticks.
Here’s the boozy milkshake of your dreams! It's made with vanilla ice cream, Irish cream, coffee liqueur, and vodka. Be sure to drizzle some chocolate around the glass, too!
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!
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!
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!
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.
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.
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!
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!
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.