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Whip up this easy Christmas Slush Mocktail at home and watch everyone get into the holiday mood. You'll mix cranberry juice, orange juice, and lemonade concentrate with bubbly cherry lemon-lime soda for a chilly, fruity drink everyone can enjoy. Each glass is loaded with sparkle and feels like a little holiday party.
Why This Mocktail's a Hit
You're getting the zing of cranberry, the sweet kick of orange, and the punch of lemon, all splashed with fizzy soda. It’s super easy to prep ahead, so you won’t be rushing around on party day. Need a bigger batch? No problem! It looks fantastic—your guests will be impressed even if it’s nonalcoholic.
Christmas Slush Ingredients
- You'll Need for the Slush:
- 2 cans (12 oz each) frozen lemonade concentrate
- 2 cups orange juice
- 4 cups cranberry juice (go for 100% juice if you can)
- For Topping & Serving:
- Ice cream scoop for easy serving
- Festive glasses
- 1-2 liters cherry lemon-lime soda
- For Decoration:
- Sugared cranberries (if you're feeling fancy)
- Fresh cranberries
- Fresh mint leaves
- Orange slices
How to Do It
- Top and Dress Up
- Add some fresh cranberries, orange slices, or mint leaves on top. Serve it up quick while still icy and with the bubbles.
- Pour and Bubbles
- Scoop the frozen slush into your favorite glasses, only halfway. Then fill 'em up with cherry lemon-lime soda until it fizzes to the brim.
- Get Ready to Serve
- Take the container out of the freezer about 10 minutes early to let it soften, and have your cold soda and garnish handy.
- Freeze it Up
- Pop the mix into a freezer dish and freeze at least 8 hours or overnight. Give it a stir now and then if you remember—for the best texture.
- Mix it All Together
- Grab a big bowl and mix together the cranberry juice, orange juice, and the still-frozen lemonade concentrate. Stir really well so everything blends.
Winning Tips
Using real juice gives you the flavor boost. Ice-cold soda makes everything pop. Stash the slush in your freezer between pours. Give it a few stirs while freezing for that perfect texture. If it's too rock solid, let it mellow on the counter a bit until you can scoop it out.
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Fun Serving Ideas
Set up a holiday bar with the slush, chilled fizzy drink, and a bunch of fun garnishes. Offer regular and sugar-lined glasses. Try to match your straw colors with your party vibe. Scoop slush into glasses ahead of time and leave them in the freezer until guests show up for super fast serving. Tastes awesome next to Christmas cookies or holiday nibbles.
Keeping It Fresh
The slush base sticks around in the freezer for up to a month. Use a tight-sealing container and give it a stir if you have it stored for a while. Only add the fizzy stuff when you're actually serving. Making a big batch? Split it into several containers to stay organized. Too frozen to scoop? Let it sit out for a few minutes—easy fix!
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How far ahead can I make the slush mixture?
- You can whip up the frozen mix a few days before serving. Just stash it in the freezer until you need it.
- → Why do I need to dissolve the sugar in hot water?
- Mixing sugar with hot water makes a syrup. This just helps everything blend smoothly, so you don't get crunchy bits.
- → Can I make this non-alcoholic?
- Yep, it's already booze-free so everyone at the holiday get-together can enjoy it.
- → How do I serve this?
- Take a fork and break up the frozen base. Drop a chunk in each glass, pour on cherry soda, and maybe toss in some orange slices and cranberries.
- → Can I use different juices?
- Go ahead and swap the juices if you want, just stick with the same amounts for the best texture.