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Whiskey-Brandy Slush

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 10 min. + freezing YIELD: 32 servings.
It may be cold outside, but we like to serve this icy citrus drink for Christmas get-togethers at our house. It is fantastic for parties and large gatherings, and it keeps well in the freezer. —Joan Shoebottom, Lexington, Michigan

Ingredients

  • 7 green tea bags
  • 4 cups boiling water
  • 7 cups water
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate
  • 1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate
  • 1 cup brandy
  • 1 cup whiskey
  • 2 liters lemon-lime soda, chilled
  • Optional: Cranberries and assorted citrus slices

Directions

  • 1. Place tea bags in a 4-cup glass measuring cup. Add boiling water; steep 3-5 minutes according to taste. Discard tea bags. Cool tea slightly.
  • 2. In a 6-qt. stockpot, combine 7 cups water and sugar; bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Stir in orange juice and lemonade concentrates, brandy, whiskey and cooled tea. Transfer to freezer containers, allowing headspace for expansion; freeze at least 12 hours.
  • 3. To serve, place 1/2 cup slush in each glass; top with 1/2 cup soda. If desired, garnish with cranberries and citrus slices.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 146 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 10mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

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