Cherry Lime Slushie
A refreshing blend of cherry juice, lime, and crushed ice for the perfect summer drink.
Ingredients
Liquid Ingredients
- 1 cup cherry juice Use unsweetened or sweetened depending on preference; cherry nectar will be thicker.
- 1/2 cup lime juice Freshly squeezed gives the best bright flavor.
- 1/4 cup sugar Optional — reduce or omit if your juice is sweet.
For Blending
- 2 cups ice Add more or less to adjust thickness.
Garnish
- lime slices For garnish.
- cherries For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Pour the cherry juice, lime juice, and sugar (if using) into a blender. Secure the lid.
- Blend for 10–15 seconds to dissolve the sugar and combine the flavors.
Blending
- Add the ice to the blender. Pulse on low, then increase to high in short bursts. Blend until you have a smooth, slushy texture — about 20–40 seconds depending on your blender.
- Taste and adjust: add a splash more lime for brightness or a teaspoon of sugar if it’s too tart. If it’s too thin, add a few more ice cubes and pulse.
Serving
- Divide the slush between glasses, garnish with lime slices and whole cherries, and serve immediately.
Notes
For a smoother texture, blitz the juice briefly first to break down pulp, then add ice. Use chilled juices to maintain slushy consistency.