Summer Frozen Drink Recipes to Keep your customers coming back
Cool & Creative Frozen Drinks to Serve at Your Bar
When the temperature rises, nothing hits the spot quite like a refreshing frozen drink. Whether you're running a beachside tiki bar or a cozy cocktail lounge, frozen drinks can add flair to your menu and keep customers coming back for more. Here are a few must-try frozen cocktail ideas, including single-serve recipes and batch quantities for frozen drink machines.
1. Frozen Mango Margarita
A tropical twist on the classic, this mango margarita is smooth, fruity, and perfectly balanced.
Single-Serve Recipe:
2 oz tequila
1 oz triple sec
1 oz fresh lime juice
1 cup frozen mango chunks
1 cup ice
1 tbsp agave syrup (optional)
Tajín or salt for rim
Batch for Frozen Drink Machine (Makes ~3 Gallons):
1 liter (33 oz) tequila
500 ml (16 oz) triple sec
500 ml (16 oz) fresh lime juice
10 cups mango puree
½ cup agave syrup (optional)
1 - 2 gallons water (depending on desired strength)
Instructions: Blend for single-serve or pour batch ingredients into the machine and churn until frozen.
2. Piña Colada Slush
Creamy, tropical, and an instant vacation in a glass.
Single-Serve Recipe:
2 oz white rum
3 oz pineapple juice
2 oz coconut cream
1 cup ice
Pineapple wedge for garnish
Batch for Frozen Drink Machine (Makes ~3 Gallons):
1 liter (33 oz) white rum
1.5 liters (50 oz) pineapple juice
1 liter (33 oz) coconut cream
1 - 2 gallons water (depending on desired strength)
Instructions: Blend for single-serve or add batch ingredients to the machine and churn until frozen.
3. Frozen Espresso Martini
A boozy caffeine boost with a silky, frozen twist.
Single-Serve Recipe:
2 oz vodka
1 oz coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa)
1 shot espresso (chilled)
½ oz simple syrup
1 cup ice
Batch for Frozen Drink Machine (Makes ~3 Gallons):
1 liter (33 oz) vodka
500 ml (16 oz) coffee liqueur
500 ml (16 oz) fresh espresso (chilled)
250 ml (8 oz) simple syrup
1 - 2 gallons water (depending on desired strength)
Instructions: Blend for single-serve or pour batch into the machine and churn until frozen.
4. Watermelon Frosé
A light and refreshing blend of rosé wine and fresh fruit.
Single-Serve Recipe:
5 oz rosé wine (frozen into cubes)
2 cups fresh watermelon (cubed and frozen)
2 oz lemon juice
1 oz honey or simple syrup
1 cup ice
Batch for Frozen Drink Machine (Makes ~3 Gallons):
2 bottles (1.5 liters) rosé wine
10 cups watermelon puree/juice
1 liter (33 oz) lemon juice
500 ml (16 oz) honey or simple syrup
1 - 2 gallons water (depending on desired strength)
Instructions: Blend for single-serve or add batch to the machine and churn until frozen.
5. Boozy Frozen Lemonade
A tart and sweet frozen delight, perfect for summer sipping.
Single-Serve Recipe:
2 oz vodka
1 oz limoncello
3 oz fresh lemonade
1 cup ice
Lemon wheel for garnish
Batch for Frozen Drink Machine (Makes ~3 Gallons):
1 liter (33 oz) vodka
500 ml (16 oz) limoncello
2 liters (67 oz) fresh lemonade
1 - 2 gallons water (depending on desired strength)
Instructions: Blend for single-serve or add batch ingredients to the machine and churn until frozen.
Pro Tips for Serving Frozen Cocktails:
✔ Use fresh fruit whenever possible for the best flavor.
✔ Pre-blend large batches and store in the freezer for quick service.
✔ Adjust consistency with more or less ice/water depending on your machine.
✔ Get creative with garnishes—edible flowers, citrus zest, and colorful umbrellas make drinks Instagram-worthy.
Adding frozen drinks to your menu can boost sales and keep your bar buzzing all season long. That’s why we’re here to help when you need a frozen drink machine, parts, or service! What’s your go-to frozen cocktail? Let us know in the comments! 🍹
