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13 Ways to Make an Icy and Refreshing Slushie 

If you’ve ever been to a theme park you are definitely familiar with the icy drink called slushie! It’s one of the most refreshing drinks you can enjoy in the summer heat and it’s so simple to prepare you can easily make it at home. The kids enjoy this drink very much because it’s a delicious way to cool off while they’re playing in the yard. Take a peek at our selection of the most delicious slushies! 

1. Coca Cola Slushie

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Even though we know Coca Cola is unhealthy, we can all agree it’s a true treat for the kids and there’s no denying it’s very delicious. If you don’t want your kids drinking whole bottles of Coke the entire summer, you can blend the soda with some ice cubes and make them a Coca Cola slushie! Find the details at The Frugal Girls.

2. Triple Berry Slushie 

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A slushie can be a very healthy drink because the basis of the recipe is mixing ice with a fruit of choice. Berries are in season all summer and they have a very refreshing flavor, so make the best of these sunny months and cool off with a triple berry slushie by The Recipe Critic!

3. Strawberry Peach Wine Slushie 

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When you’re on vacation, all you want to do is lie in the sun and get a little tipsy off a drink that is cold and delicious at the same time. The combination of strawberries and peaches makes for a great slushie, but The Happy Housie knows everything is better with a slight kick of white wine!

4. Mimosa Slushie 

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Here’s another slushie that you can’t share with your kids but you can make it for your guests at the next garden party you’ll be hosting! Summer is a time of so many gatherings and the mimosa slushie by Just a Little Bite is the greatest refreshment!

5. Sweet Tea Slushie 

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If you are a known lover of tea and can be seen all throughout winter with a big mug in your hands, you surely miss the taste of tea during the summer. Thanks to Shugary Sweets‘ recipe for a sweet tea slushie, you can enjoy your favorite tea in the warm months as well!

6. Galaxy Slushie 

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This is another slushie that is going to get big praise at any party because of its unique appearance! It resembles a colorful galaxy so it’s really intriguing to look at! You can find the recipe at The Flavor Bender and if you skip the vodka you can share this one with your kids as well!

7. Strawberry Lemonade Slushie 

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Summer is that joyous time when we sip on lemonade all day long! If your little ones don’t really like the sour flavor of lemonade and wish for something sweeter but equally as refreshing, we think Jamie Sanders is totally on to something with this strawberry lemonade slushie!

8. Peach Wine Slushie 

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Let’s be honest, sometimes adulting is just plain hard! There’s bills to pay and kids to carpool so when you finally get a moment alone all you want to do is sit in the sun and indulge in some wine. Just a Taste will show you how you can sneak the wine into a tasty peach slushie!

9. Watermelon Slushie 

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If we had to pick one fruit that has summer written all over it, it would be watermelon! It’s our top pick when we’re looking for refreshment and its sweet taste makes the whole experience even better. Give it an extra boost of icy by turning it into a slushie, as shown by Celebrating Sweets!

10. Blueberry Kiwi Slushie 

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If you’re one of those people who would much rather enjoy sour fruit than sweet, this blueberry kiwi slushie by Diethood was made for you! It blends together the rich flavor of blueberries and tropical flavor of kiwi, creating a beautiful symphony of colors and taste!

11. Almond Milk Slushie 

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Slushies are mainly made from fruit, but if you’re either not a fruit lover or just prefer to indulge into something more creamy, Detoxinista created an almond milk slushie for everyone who dares to think outside the box. We imagine it tastes like an iced milkshake, but you can try it yourself and let us know in the comments!

12. Tropical Slushie 

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What makes a summer if not indulging in tropical drinks! Maybe you’re not on a tropical island right now but you can definitely channel some of that magic within your own home by treating yourself to a tasty tropical slushie by Cincy Shopper!

13. Cherry Slushie 

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We can’t be the only ones totally hooked on the taste of cherries! They are such a perfect fruit and we can never get enough of them! This year we’re preparing for the heat with this icy cherry slushie by Glue Sticks & Gumdrops!

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