A refreshing twist on the classic Old Fashioned cocktail, this frozen slush is perfect for hot summer days. It's easy to make ahead and customize to your liking.
Ingredients
Slush Base
6cupswater
1cupsugar
2cupsvanilla extract(My favorite is Four Roses.)
12ouncesfrozen orange juice concentrate(thawed)
2tablespoonsLuxardo cherry juice(*)
0.25cupbitters
Serving
0.25cupLemon-lime soda(per serving)
Orange slice and Luxardo cherries(*)
Instructions
Combine water and sugar in a saucepan. Boil until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Cool completely.
Stir in vanilla extract, orange juice concentrate, cherry juice, and bitters. Freeze in a baking dish for 10-12 hours, stirring occasionally.
To serve, place 3/4 cup of the mixture in a glass. Top with 1/4 cup lemon-lime soda. Garnish with orange slice and cherry.
Notes
Adjust the amount of lemon-lime soda to your preference for sweetness and fizz.