The first time I made this slushie was for an outdoor barbecue and friends still talk about it two summers later Whenever I bring out the blender it means a good time is about to start
Ingredients
- Rum: brings depth and that classic summer kick White rum keeps it light while dark rum adds warmth Go for a brand you enjoy sipping on its own
- Cherry liqueur: deepens the cherry flavor and adds a bit of sweetness Choose a liqueur that tastes fresh not artificial I love using one with real fruit notes
- Coca Cola: delivers that signature fizz and sweetness Always chill your cans well before blending for the smoothest texture
- Ice: transforms everything into a frozen treat Use clean filtered ice for the purest taste
- Whipped cream (optional): adds a diner style indulgence Freshly whipped cream holds up best if you want to pile it high
- Maraschino cherries (optional): so much fun to garnish with Look for bright firm cherries packed in syrup for best results
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Chill the Ingredients:
- Start by placing your cans of Coke and bottle of cherry liqueur in the fridge for at least an hour This ensures your slushie will blend up icy smooth rather than watery Keeping everything cold is the secret to amazing texture
- Blend the Slushie:
- Measure out four ounces of your preferred rum and two ounces of cherry liqueur Pour them into a high speed blender Add two cups of ice and pour in one chilled can of Coca Cola Blend starting on low speed then increase to high until everything is thick slushy and no ice chunks remain
- Adjust to Taste:
- Dip a spoon in to taste If you want more cherry sweetness add another splash of liqueur For a stronger cola flavor slowly add up to another can of Coke If slushie is too thick toss in extra soda If it is too thin just add a few more ice cubes and pulse to combine
- Serve in Style:
- Pour everything into the coldest glasses you have Tall soda shop glasses work beautifully but lowball glasses are great if you like a more concentrated pour
- Garnish and Enjoy:
- Finish with a crown of whipped cream and top each glass with a maraschino cherry or two For extra fun lightly drizzle a bit more cherry liqueur over the whipped cream You will get a swirl of color and an extra pop of flavor
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