How to Make the Perfect Slushie at Home: Tips for Frozen Cocktails & Mocktails

Frozen drinks are having a moment – and with at-home slushie machines making it easier than ever, you don’t need to head to a bar to enjoy a perfectly frozen cocktail or mocktail.

Whether you’re making Margaritas for a summer BBQ, a frozen Piña Colada by the pool or alcohol-free Passionfruit Martinis for a crowd, a few simple tricks can help you get that smooth, icy slushie consistency every time.

1. Get the liquid balance right

The secret to a great slushie is getting the ratio of mixer, water and alcohol right.

Too much water can leave your drink lacking in flavour, while too much alcohol can make it difficult for your mixture to freeze properly.

When using a Good Cocktail Co. mixer, start with the recommended recipe from our good slushies page for your chosen flavour and adjust from there depending on your machine and whether you're making a cocktail or mocktail.

2. Start with cold ingredients

Give your slushie machine a head start by chilling your mixer, water and any other ingredients before adding them.

The colder everything is to begin with, the quicker you'll get to that perfectly frozen consistency.

3. Don't overdo the alcohol

More isn't always better when it comes to frozen cocktails!

Alcohol has a lower freezing point than water, so adding too much can stop your drink from reaching that thick, icy slushie texture.

For a stronger serve, you're often better off adding an extra splash to the finished drink rather than loading up the machine.

4. Mocktails make brilliant slushies too

You definitely don't need alcohol to get involved.

Our cocktail mixers can also be used to create frozen mocktails – simply combine with water according to your chosen recipe and let your slushie machine do the rest.

It's an easy way to offer both alcoholic and alcohol-free options when you're entertaining.

5. Choose flavours made for freezing

Some cocktails were practically made to be served frozen.

Think zesty Margaritas, refreshing Mojitos, tropical Piña Coladas, fruity Daiquiris and Passionfruit Martinis.

The Good Cocktail Co. range makes it easy to create these favourites at home without needing a long list of juices, syrups and other cocktail ingredients.

6. Don't forget the finishing touches

Your slushie might be simple to make, but the garnish is where you can have some fun.

Try fresh lime with a Margarita or Mojito, passionfruit with a Passionfruit Martini, pineapple with a Piña Colada, or fresh berries with a Daiquiri.

For entertaining, set out a few different garnishes and let everyone finish their own drink.

Ready to get slushie making?

From frozen cocktails to refreshing alcohol-free serves, making slushies at home doesn't need to be complicated.

Pick your favourite Good Cocktail Co. mixer, chill your ingredients, get the ratios right and let your frozen drinks machine take care of the rest.

Then all that's left to do is pour, garnish and enjoy. 🍹