School is out and it is summer! Our family loves to spend time at the family beach cottage that we share with my husband's sisters. We always host a 4th of July party! This Adult Slushie has been made by my sister-in-law for as long as I have been a member of the family…almost 25 years…I'm sure even before that!
This week I am sharing 4th of July inspiration with some of my blogging friends!
Below you will find the schedule and all of the wonderful projects! This is one creative group!
You may ask….why share this slushie? It is the one thing all the adults expect at our party and all summer at the beach! The kids expect ice cream and fun games….we expect the slushie! The recipe is so easy!!! You will need a large plastic container that can go in the freezer. I've had mine for many years. It's by Rubbermaid and is called a #8 Servin' Saver. I just looked it up online and kind of laughing. Mine is listed as 1980s vintage! Lol!!! It says a #8 is 33 cups.
Here is the recipe!
- 2 - 2 liters of Mountain Dew or Diet Mountain Dew
- 12 ounce can of frozen lemonade
- 12 ounce can frozen orange juice
- 12 ounce can of frozen pineapple juice
- 2 cups of gin
- 2 cups of vodka
- Mix all together in large freezer safe container and freeze 24 hours.
- During the freezing process, I like to occasionally stir to keep the alcohol distributed.
- It will not completely freeze due to the alcohol.
- Scoop out with large spoon or ice cream scoop into desired size serving cups.
- May need to eat with a spoon at first.
I normally do not drink or buy soft drinks, but this is the exception!
Here is my vintage (lol) Rubbermaid container!
This was the slushie frozen just over night. I pulled it out to photograph for this post. We did have friends over for a cook-out that night and served it. It was more frozen at that time being the 24 hour mark.
This is such a part of our 4th of July tradition!
My sister-in-law is the big planner of the annual party! It is her baby! Everyone is well entertained! Here are a few photos from the last couple of years!
Our party starts with the viewing or participating in the neighborhood 4th of July parade! It's fun and silly! Everyone decorates their bikes, strollers, golf carts…whatever! The organizer/starting point had all the participants gather for a before parade shot! Fun idea! (not our house!)
Ashlyn's tricked out bike!
Watching the parade. That's our house in the background.
Kids of all ages love the face painting!
Bobbing for ducks
Sack races
Serious croquet tournament!
Woods usually being presented the medal for winning the croquet tournament!
Hammock time
Even crazy, wild pinata time!
Lizzie and the other dogs even hang out!
The night ends with fireworks watching on the back upper deck. Southport, NC does a huge show. We are able to sit at home and have a front and center view!
Most importantly, it's about spending a wonderful afternoon and evening with family and friends!
Hopefully, you haven't been too bored with the family/friend pics.
I hope you are inspired to plan your own 4th celebration. Maybe add the adult slushie recipe and a few of the activities mentioned to your already planned gathering!
I'll be sharing another 4th favorite very soon…..Chocolate Oreo Ice cream!
Be sure to check out all the other fabulous inspiration below!
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Shanna Gilbert says
Oh I will definitely be trying this recipe out this summer! This looks amazing! Your 4th of July party looks so fun! It’s great having holiday traditions!
laurie says
Christy, I am sure this is going to become a permanent part of our 4th of July celebration. I can’t wait to try it. I’m just afraid that, in the heat, I’ll be constantly slurping one of those, and if I do, I might completely miss the fireworks! thanks for the recipe. Your celebration looks like so much fun! How wonderful to have a place where you can celebrate the 4th with family at the beach. Your children are so good looking. laurie
Christy says
Too funny, Laurie! Thanks so much! I hope you love it as much as us! Happy summer! Christy
Amy says
I can see why there might be no other place you’d want to be on the 4th, than with your family at the beach. You all look like you are having so much fun. The Adult Slushies must keep you all refreshed during the heat. I printed out a copy, as I know my family will love this recipe, too. I’m looking forward to trying it out this summer ~ Amy
Pat says
Your slushie looks so refreshing! I think this is something that could be available in the freezer all summer. 🙂 I never tire of looking at photos, especially of fun gatherings. You have a primo view of the fireworks~ love that! I did where I used to live…will have to see what this holiday brings here.
xo
Pat
Jen says
Christy, great photos! I can tell your family loves the 4th of July, and spending time together. 🙂
Your slushie looks perfect for a hot summer day! Thanks for joining the tour!
Jen says
p.s. I grew up in a family of croquet players too!
Nancy says
OH yummy!! Adult Slushie sounds perfect to me!! It needs no other name!! 😉 (and what a fabulous idea with the container…so easy!!) Definitely trying this!
xo
Nancy
Kathy, Petticoat Junktion says
That looks like such fun. I want to come too….and have one of those adult drinks 😉
Jeanie says
I love family traditions like this and enjoyed looking at your photos! Looks like so much fun and I’ll be making that slushy for sure! Thanks for sharing. Pinning!
Christy says
Thanks so much! Hope you love as much as we do! Happy summer! Christy
Christy says
What a fun time! Your family must look forward to this every year! Printed your slushie recipe and put it right in to my recipe binder. Can’t wait to try it! XO
Christy says
Thanks, Christy! You will love it! Happy summer, friend! Can’t wait to see you at Haven! XXOO Christy
Dria says
This slushie looks so delicious! Great traditions, your 4th looks like so much fun!
Christy says
Thanks, Dria! It is a fun week! Lots of local events!!! ~Christy
Chloe Crabtree says
What wonderful Fourth of July traditions. I love the adult slushie, so much better than just offering wine and beer, it makes it a little more special. Have a wonderful summer!
Chloe
Christy says
Thanks, Chloe! It’s a crowd pleaser!!! Very refreshing! ~Christy
Paula says
I can’t wait to try your adult slushie recipe! I’m going to the beach on Saturday and would love to enjoy this with my mom, aunt, and cousin.
Your 4th of July in Southport looks like so much fun! Being able to watch fireworks from your cottage is so nice. It’s been a few years since I’ve seen any.
Christy says
Thanks, Paula!!! It is refreshing! If you have a small group, you may want to half the recipe! Enjoy your beach trip! ~Christy