The Best Frozen Old Fashioned
Friday night always calls for a little happy hour after a long week! We love a classic old fashioned cocktail and knew that we needed a fun new twist on this drink that would hit the spot on a hot summer day. This old fashioned recipe is just that! A cocktail slush that has the perfect amount of sweetness, everyone is going to love it. So refreshing!
Looking for another summer cocktail recipe? Try our Frozen Strawberry Margarita!
What You Will Need
Be sure to see the recipe card below for a full listing of ingredients, instructions, and estimated nutritional information.
- brandy or bourbon – we used brandy in these photos, but feel free to grab your favorite bourbon from the local liquor store.
- frozen fruit – highly recommend the combination of frozen cherries and frozen oranges here! For best results, peel and freeze the orange slices the day before serving.
- bitters – a couple dashes of your favorite bitters are an essential ingredient when making an old fashioned.
- simple syrup – option to make homemade simple syrup or buy a store-bought version.
How To Make A Frozen Old Fashioned
Step 1: Place all of the cocktail ingredients in a high powered blender. Blend on high for 1-2 minutes or until it reaches a smooth consistency.
Step 2: Pour into your favorite glasses and garnish any way you want.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen orange slices, no rind
- 2 ½ oz brandy or bourbon
- 1 cup frozen cherries
- 2 oz simple syrup
- 2 dashes of bitters
- garnish: cocktail cherries of choice + orange peel
Instructions
- Prep: Be sure to peel and freeze the orange slices beforehand.
- Blend: Add 1 cup frozen orange slices, 2 ½ oz brandy or bourbon, 1 cup frozen cherries, 2 oz simple syrup, and 2 dashes of bitters to a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth.
- Consistency: To thin, add a splash or two of water and blend again. To thicken, add an ice cube or two and blend again.
- Serve: Pour into two glasses. Garnish with cocktail cherries of choice and orange peel.
Notes
- Frozen Oranges: forgot to freeze some oranges – no worries, add in fresh orange slices and then add a handful of ice cubes! Flavor might be quite as strong, but it will still be refreshing and delicious!
- Brandy vs. Bourbon: totally personal preference – I used brandy here and loved it, but use what you want!
Julie A says
This cocktail has been on repeat all summer! It’s so delicious and refreshing.
Bridget Montag says
Glad you are loving it! Thanks for leaving a review Julie!