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Brandy Slush

Brandy slush is a magical frozen cocktail that tastes like vacation in a glass. This make-ahead friendly recipe combines brandy, fruit juices, and citrus that freeze into a slushy perfection you can scoop directly from the freezer. Perfect for summer entertaining and crowd-pleasing refreshment.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups brandy
  • 6 ounces frozen orange juice concentrate
  • 6 ounces frozen lemon juice concentrate
  • 2 cups strong brewed tea cooled
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 cups water
  • Ice cubes as needed for serving
  • Fresh mint leaves optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large freezer-safe container or pitcher (at least 2-quart capacity)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk or large spoon for stirring
  • Scoop or ice cream scoop
  • Serving glasses

Method
 

  1. Brew a strong pot of black tea and let it cool completely to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
  2. Pour the 2 cups brandy into your freezer-safe container and add the 6 ounces frozen orange juice concentrate and 6 ounces frozen lemon juice concentrate directly from the freezer. Stir vigorously to break them up and distribute evenly throughout the brandy.
  3. Pour the 4 cups of water into the container along with the 1 cup sugar. Stir for 2 to 3 minutes until the sugar completely dissolves and you see no grainy residue at the bottom.
  4. Add your cooled 2 cups brewed tea and stir the entire mixture well to combine all ingredients evenly.
  5. Cover your container tightly with a lid or plastic wrap and place it in the freezer. Make sure it sits level so the mixture freezes evenly.
  6. After about 2 hours, check the mixture and stir it thoroughly with a fork or whisk to break up ice crystals forming around the edges.
  7. Return the container to the freezer and stir again every 2 hours for the next 4 to 6 hours. Each stir helps create that smooth slushy texture rather than a solid block of ice.
  8. Once the mixture reaches a slushy consistency after about 8 hours total, leave it in the freezer until you're ready to serve. The slush will keep for up to 2 weeks in the freezer.
  9. To serve, scoop the brandy slush into chilled glasses and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

The key to perfect brandy slush is stirring every 2 hours during the first 8 hours of freezing to create that signature scoopable slush texture instead of a rock-solid frozen block. Use quality brandy that you'd actually drink on its own. If your slush becomes too solid, let it sit on the counter for 5 to 10 minutes before scooping to soften slightly. Store in freezer for up to 2 to 3 weeks.