Bourbon Slush

Dairy Free
Bourbon Slush
45 min.
16
126kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and delightful dessert that will impress your guests? Look no further than this Bourbon Slush! Perfect for warm weather gatherings or festive celebrations, this slushy treat combines the rich flavors of bourbon with the zesty sweetness of frozen lemonade and orange juice. With a hint of ginger ale to top it off, this drink is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make.

What sets this Bourbon Slush apart is its unique texture and the way it brings people together. Imagine serving this vibrant, icy concoction at your next barbecue or holiday party, where everyone can enjoy a cool sip while mingling and sharing stories. The slush is dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions, and it can be prepared in advance, allowing you to spend more time with your guests and less time in the kitchen.

With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of patience, you can create a stunning dessert that is sure to be the highlight of any gathering. So gather your friends, whip up a batch of this Bourbon Slush, and get ready to enjoy a deliciously refreshing experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 16 ounce bourbon 
  • cups ginger ale chilled to taste
  • cups ice crushed
  • cups water 
  • 12 ounce pink lemonade kool-aid frozen canned
  • 16 servings mint leaves 
  • ounce orange juice frozen canned
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • cups tea black hot boiling

Equipment

    Directions

    1. At least 6 hours before serving, combine the tea and sugar in a 1-gallon plastic or glass container and stir until dissolved.
    2. Add the lemonade and orange juice and stir until thawed.
    3. Add the ice and water. Stir in the bourbon.
    4. Pour the mixture into several shallow plastic containers, cover tightly, and place them in the freezer. Break up the slush with a fork and stir about ever 2 hours to freeze the mixture evenly. (The slush can be made 3 to 4 days ahead.
    5. Transfer to a larger container and cover tightly; stir every 6 to 8 hours to keep the slush loose and evenly frozen.)
    6. To serve, give the slush one last shredding with a fork, then spoon it into tall or stemmed glasses and top off with ginger ale.
    7. Garnish each glass with a mint sprig.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories126kcal
    Protein0.71%
    Fat0.73%
    Carbs98.56%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    16.54
    Glycemic Load
    9.92
    Inflammation Score
    -4
    Nutrition Score
    1.0608695670962%

    Flavonoids

    Catechin
    0.45mg
    Epigallocatechin
    2.37mg
    Epicatechin
    0.63mg
    Epicatechin 3-gallate
    1.73mg
    Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
    2.76mg
    Theaflavin
    0.47mg
    Thearubigins
    23.98mg
    Eriodictyol
    0.33mg
    Hesperetin
    1.37mg
    Naringenin
    0.23mg
    Apigenin
    0.05mg
    Luteolin
    0.13mg
    Kaempferol
    0.42mg
    Myricetin
    0.14mg
    Quercetin
    0.67mg
    Theaflavin-3,3'-digallate
    0.52mg
    Theaflavin-3'-gallate
    0.45mg
    Gallocatechin
    0.37mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:126.17kcal
    6.31%
    Fat:0.05g
    0.08%
    Saturated Fat:0.01g
    0.04%
    Carbohydrates:15.43g
    5.14%
    Net Carbohydrates:15.33g
    5.57%
    Sugar:14.9g
    16.55%
    Cholesterol:0mg
    0%
    Sodium:12.3mg
    0.53%
    Alcohol:9.47g
    100%
    Alcohol %:4.62%
    100%
    Caffeine:5.9mg
    1.97%
    Protein:0.11g
    0.22%
    Vitamin C:5.63mg
    6.83%
    Manganese:0.09mg
    4.54%
    Copper:0.04mg
    2.22%
    Folate:5.8µg
    1.45%
    Vitamin A:63.74IU
    1.27%
    Potassium:39.15mg
    1.12%
    Magnesium:4.48mg
    1.12%
    Iron:0.2mg
    1.1%