There’s no doubt in my mind that you’ve had some kind of fruit-flavored slushie in your lifetime. Whether it’s an Icee at the movie theater or 7-Eleven’s famous Slurpee), they always manage to hit the spot. They’re much more refreshing than a regular cold beverage, especially on a hot day.
Now, you could take your favorite drink and throw it into the blender with some ice, but we’ve got a better solution. This clever, carbonated hack will have you sippin’ on soda slushies all summer!
How to Make a Homemade Soda Slushie
Learning how to make frozen drinks is easy, and this recipe is no different. All you really need is a bottle of your favorite soda and room in your freezer.
First, grab a bottle of soda (or one of these healthy alternatives). Then, give it a few good shakes to really get the fizz going. When you’ve shaken it to your heart’s content, place it in the freezer for around 3-1/2 hours. Once the time’s up, rescue the bottle from its icy home and crack the cap just a tad to let some carbonation out.
Finally, turn the bottle upside down, watch it freeze and pour your delicious masterpiece into a cup. Get ready to slurp!
For a boozy beverage, learn how to make White Claw slushies.
More Ways to Make a Soda Slushie
While this TikTok hack is amazing enough, there are some alternative ways to get the “slushie effect” after you’ve frozen your soda. Place a bowl in the freezer alongside your soda. When you take the soda out, pop the cap slightly just like before, but this time pour the liquid into the frosty bowl. It’ll freeze right before your eyes!
You can even put your soda into a room temperature bowl and drop in a single ice cube. The whole thing will ice over like a magic trick. No matter how you choose to slush up your soda, we know you’ll have a good time!
Plus, if you don’t feel like buying a slushee, you may enjoy trying out this mogu mogu drink!
Frozen Drinks to Make This Summer
Red, White and Blue Frozen LemonadeThis patriotic drink is as pretty as it is delicious. With cherries, blueberries and lemon juice, we created a striped lemonade that is perfect for a Fourth of July celebration. —Shawn Carleton, San Diego, California
Iced Melon Moroccan Mint TeaI grow mint on my balcony, and this refreshing beverage is a wonderful way to use it. It combines two of my favorite drinks—Moroccan Mint Tea and Honeydew Agua Fresca. For extra flair, add some ginger ale. —Sarah Batt Throne, El Cerrito, California
Coconut Lover's FrappeI love frozen beverages, so I wanted to create one similar to those in coffee shops but without coffee as an ingredient. When I drink this frosty treat it's as good as any specialty shop drink but without the hassle or the cost. —Emily Semmelrock, Jewett City, Connecticut
Strawberry Watermelon SlushWe like to relax on the back porch with glasses of my slush after a long, hot day. Strawberries and watermelon blend up with lemon juice and sugar for an instant refresher. —Patty Howse, Great Falls, Montana
By the way, if you like this, you might appreciate
Ina Garten’s pomegranate spritzer, too.
Pina ColadaVelvety-smooth texture and a taste of the tropics are what this tropical drink delivers. The easy-to-make pina colada recipe can be mixed and chilled ahead of time. When ready to serve, just blend for a creamy and delicious beverage. —Linda Schend, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Cherry Fruit SmoothiesYou need just four ingredients to blend together these super-fast smoothies for breakfast. Try whipping them up on a hot summer day for a cool and refreshing treat. —Macy Plummer, Avon, Indiana
Banana Brunch PunchA cold glass of refreshing punch really brightens a brunch. It's nice to serve a crisp beverage like this that's more spectacular than plain juice. With bananas, orange juice and lemonade, it can add tropical flair to a winter day. —Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas
Sensational SlushColorful and refreshing, this sweet-tart slush has become a family favorite. I freeze the mix in 2- and 4-cup containers so it can be served in small portions for individuals or the whole family. I also freeze crushed strawberries to make preparation simpler. —Connie Friesen, Altona, Manitoba
Cucumber-Melon SmoothiesMy cool honeydew and cucumber smoothie has only five ingredients. I sometimes add a small avocado to make it extra creamy.—Crystal Schlueter, Babbitt, Minnesota
Blueberry Lime SlushMy husband's family makes a cranberry beverage for the holidays. I changed it up and serve it this way in winter and summer, when blueberries are in season. —Rebecca Bratsman, Tacoma, Washington
Hop, Skip and GoHere's a different drink for a beer-drinking crowd. It gets a touch of sweetness from lemonade. Make it in a blender for a frothy, fun look or mix in a pitcher for less foam.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Yogurt Breakfast DrinkSleepyheads will savor this dreamy smoothie. Simply blend yogurt, milk and orange juice concentrate for a fresh start to your day. —Renee Gastineau, Seattle, Washington
Frozen Lemon-Berry MargaritasI like to cool down with this absolutely fantastic frozen margarita recipe. It's slightly icy, thick and perfect for when you need a break. —Julie Hieggelke, Grayslake, Illinois
Hazelnut Mocha SmoothiesThis smooth blend of coffee, cocoa and nutty flavors is better than any coffeehouse version we've tried. Try it, and we're sure you will agree. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Red and Blue Berry Lemonade SlushThis delightfully sweet-tart beverage showcases fresh raspberries and blueberries. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Chocolate Chai FrappesMix chocolate milk with chai tea and get a glass of pure comfort. There’s no more delicious way to cool off on a hot afternoon…or anytime. —Heidi Blanken, Sedro-Woolley, Washington
Watermelon MargaritasSummer’s best flavors get frosty in the cocktail we serve at all our backyard shindigs. We mix sun-ripened watermelon and our favorite tequila with just the right amount of ice for a thick and boozy sipper that’s perfect when we’re grilling and chilling.—Alicia Cummings, Marshalltown, Iowa
Peachy Keen DaiquirisYou won’t mind breaking out the blender for these frosty fruit drinks—they’re a breeze to whip up. If you don't have fresh, use frozen peaches. A dash of grenadine gives the golden daiquire a blush of red.—Joan Antonen, Arlington, South Dakota
