Bourbon Slush Variations
Swap spirits: Whiskey and rum make excellent alternatives to bourbon. Spiced rum, with its notes of vanilla, molasses and sweet baking spice, is particularly tasty in this slush recipe.
Use different juice concentrates: Mixed berry, peach or strawberry lemonade concentrates are summery alternatives to orange and lemonade. Pineapple and mango add a wickedly good tropical twist to bourbon slushes.
Try another soda flavor: The bold spiciness of ginger beer is a fantastic match for bourbon’s sweetness. Use ginger ale for its milder spice. Cream soda is an absolute home run with its vanilla flavor. We also love the extra citrus from orange soda. Or nix the soda entirely and go for a serious upgrade: prosecco.
Use a different sweetener: Use sugar alternatives like honey or agave nectar, or make simple syrup with stevia for a more diabetic-friendly cocktail.
Add a garnish: A sprig of mint (or other fresh herbs), a slice of orange or a brandied cherry are elegant edible garnishes for these easy, grown-up slushies.
How do you store bourbon slush?
Pour your bourbon slush cocktail mix into an airtight container and freeze it. It will keep for up to two months.
Bourbon Slush Tips
What kind of glass should you use for a bourbon slush?
Shorter glassware like tumblers, old-fashioned cocktail glasses or stemless wine glasses work best for bourbon slushes.
What can you serve with bourbon slush?
While bourbon is an any-time-of-year kind of spirit, the slushy side of the drink screams warm weather. The batch-able bourbon slush is a crowd-pleaser, and its refreshing flavor makes it a great pairing with all sorts of summery recipes for backyard barbecues and picnics in the park. Think: country-style ribs, grilled chicken kebabs, brats and grilled corn on the cob with a heaping spoonful of pasta salad.
Ingredients
7 cups water
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate
1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate
2 cups strong brewed tea, cooled
2 cups bourbon
3 liters lemon-lime soda, chilled
Directions
1
In a Dutch oven, combine water and sugar; bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat.
2
Stir in orange juice and lemonade concentrates, tea and bourbon. Transfer to freezer containers; freeze 12 hours or overnight.
3
To serve, place about 1/2 cup bourbon mixture in each glass; top with 1/2 cup soda.
Nutrition Facts
1 cup: 196 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 15mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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