Frozen Brandy Slush Party Punch
Cool, citrusy, and spiked with smooth brandy — this frozen Brandy Slush Party Punch is the crowd-pleasing freezer drink every summer get-together deserves. Make it ahead, scoop, and top with soda for instant celebration.
The Freezer-Friendly Favorite
The Frozen Brandy Slush Party Punch blends brandy’s warmth with bright citrus and a fizzy finish. This midwestern classic turns any gathering into a laid-back celebration you can prep the night before.
Background
Born in American kitchens of the 1950s and 60s, the Brandy Slush became a staple for neighborhood picnics and holiday buffets. Simple ingredients and a freezer made it possible to serve bar-quality drinks without mixing to order.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients
- Brandy – adds smooth depth and warmth.
- Frozen Lemonade Concentrate – provides tart balance.
- Frozen Orange Juice Concentrate – gives fruity sweetness and color.
- Sugar – rounds out the acidity.
- Water – forms the base for freezing.
- Lemon-Lime Soda – adds fizz and lift when serving.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Freezer-safe container with lid
- Stirring spoon
- Highball or punch glasses
Why You’ll Love It
This punch serves a crowd, tastes refreshing straight from the freezer, and scales effortlessly for parties. Its icy texture and bright flavor hit the perfect midpoint between nostalgic and modern.
Substitutions & Variations
- Swap brandy with cognac for richness or bourbon for a deeper note.
- Use limeade concentrate for extra tang.
- Try diet lemon-lime soda or sparkling water to reduce sweetness.
- Stir in a splash of triple sec for more citrus pop.
Helpful Tips
- Freeze at least 6 hours or overnight for best texture.
- Stir during freezing to keep crystals even.
- Store covered up to 1 month; stir before serving.
- Garnish each glass with an orange slice or mint sprig.
Brandy Slush Recipe
Type of Glass
Highball Glass
Ingredients
- 1 cup
- 6 oz. Frozen Lemonade Concentrate
- 6 oz. Frozen Orange Juice Concentrate
- 1 cup
- 3 1/2 cups Water
- 1/2 cup per serving
Directions
- In a saucepan, combine water and sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for about 30 minutes.
- Once cooled, stir in the brandy, frozen lemonade concentrate, and frozen orange juice concentrate until evenly combined.
- Pour the mixture into a large freezer-safe container and place it in the freezer.
- Stir every hour for the first 3–4 hours until the mixture reaches a slushy consistency (about 6 hours total).
- To serve, spoon the slush into a glass and top with about ½ cup (120 ml) of lemon-lime soda per serving.
- Makes approximately 2 litres (8 cups)
Raise a glass (or scoop) of Brandy Slush Party Punch — the timeless freezer favorite that brings easy cheer to any party.
