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Herbal Citrus Vodka Slushie

This vodka slushie combines sharp citrus juice with fresh herbal notes, blended into a smooth, icy beverage. The mixture develops a thick, slushy texture with a vibrant appearance, perfect for hot days or creative cocktail moments.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: refreshing
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice preferably freshly squeezed
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/2 cup elderflower liqueur optional for floral flavor
  • 1 cup vodka
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves roughly chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups ice cubes
  • 2 tbsp honey or simple syrup

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Method
 

  1. Measure and pour the fresh lemon and orange juices into the blender.
  2. Add the elderflower liqueur and vodka to the citrus mixture in the blender.
  3. Roughly chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the blender to infuse herbal flavor.
  4. Sprinkle in the honey and blend on low speed to start combining and dissolving the sweetness.
  5. Gradually add the ice cubes and blend on high until the mixture turns thick, slushy, and smooth in texture. You should see a vibrant, frosty mixture.
  6. Taste the slushie and, if desired, add a little more honey or elderflower liqueur for extra flavor, then briefly blend again.
  7. Pour the icy herbal citrus slushie into chilled glasses, garnishing with a small basil leaf or citrus twist if desired.
  8. Serve immediately with a straw or spoon, enjoying the refreshing and flavor-packed chilled beverage.

Notes

For a non-alcoholic version, omit the vodka and elderflower liqueur, replacing with extra citrus juice or sparkling water.