Best 2 Alcoholic Snow Cone Recipes

Indulge in a delightful frozen treat with a boozy twist - the Alcoholic Snow Cone! Perfect for pool parties, summer gatherings, or just a refreshing break, these snow cones are sure to tantalize your taste buds. This article presents a collection of alcoholic snow cone recipes, ranging from classic to unique and creative concoctions. From the timeless Margarita Snow Cone to the tropical Piña Colada Snow Cone, each recipe offers a flavorful and refreshing experience. For those who enjoy fruity flavors, the Watermelon Snow Cone and Strawberry Daiquiri Snow Cone are excellent choices. And for a sweet and tangy treat, the Lemon Drop Snow Cone is a must-try. Get ready to sip and savor the ultimate summer refreshment as you explore these delicious recipes.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BEER SNOW CONES

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These grown-up snow cones are made from granita-style beer "snow" and a drizzle of fruity simple syrup. This make-ahead treat will be a hit at your next party!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 4h

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 2

Ingredients

2 bottles or cans (12 oz each) beer, chilled
Syrup (choose from recipes below)

Steps:

Pour beer into 8- or 9-inch square glass baking dish; freeze 45 minutes. When ice crystals begin to form at edges of dish, stir mixture with fork. Freeze about 3 hours longer, stirring every 45 minutes, until completely frozen. Should be granita texture.
To serve, scoop into snow cone papers or lowball cocktail glasses. Drizzle with desired syrup. Red Raspberry-Lemon Syrup: In 1-quart saucepan, mix 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water. Using vegetable peeler, remove strips of lemon peel (yellow part only) from 1 lemon; add to saucepan. Squeeze juice from lemon; add juice and 1 cup fresh or frozen red raspberries to saucepan. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; set aside 1 hour to cool. Strain syrup into glass jar; discard solids. Cover jar, and refrigerate until needed. About 1 3/4 cups. Blueberry-Lime Syrup: In 1-quart saucepan, mix 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water. Using vegetable peeler, remove strips of lime peel (green part only) from 2 limes; add to saucepan. Squeeze juice from limes; add lime juice and 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries to saucepan. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; set aside 1 hour to cool. Strain syrup into glass jar; discard solids. Cover jar, and refrigerate until needed. About 1 3/4 cups. Orange Syrup: To 1-quart saucepan, add 1 cup sugar. Using vegetable peeler, remove strips of orange peel (orange part only) from 1 medium orange; add to saucepan. Squeeze juice from 6 medium oranges (about 1 1/4 cups juice); add juice to saucepan. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; set aside 1 hour to cool. Strain syrup into glass jar; discard solids. Cover jar, and refrigerate until needed. About 1 1/2 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Snow Cone, Sodium 0 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g

THE SNOWCONE COCKTAIL

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This is a fun recipe to make a batch of cocktails. There are 3 versions here, but I'm guessing that the number of variations is limited onlly by your imagination. The prep time can take a little longer in some of the versions in order to chill the ingredients first.

Provided by lazyme

Categories Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 cups ice
1 cup vodka
2 tablespoons creme de cassis
1 cup frozen blueberries
1 cup campari
1/2 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/2 cup Grand Marnier
3 tablespoons vanilla vodka

Steps:

For 4 snow cone cocktails, simply shave 4 cups of ice with the grater blade of a food processor.
Using an ice cream scoop, pack approximately 1 cup shaved ice into a paper snow cone cup (or a cocktail glass), then drizzle with one of our concoctions.
Berry Nice Ice:.
In a medium bowl, mix 1 cup vodka and 2 tablespoons cassis.
Add 1 cup frozen blueberries.
Let stand 1 hour.
Strain through a fine mesh strainer into a small pitcher.
Summer Camp Slushy:.
It couldn't be simpler: Just chill 1 cup Campari in a small pitcher.
Creamsicle Crush:.
In a small pitcher, mix 1/2 cup thawed orange juice concentrate, 1/2 cup Grand Marnier, and 3 tablespoons vanilla vodka.
Stir to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.3, Fat 0.1, Sodium 7, Carbohydrate 26.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 24.6, Protein 1.1

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh fruit, pure fruit juice, and top-shelf alcohol will make a big difference.
Chill everything before you start. This will help the snow cones freeze faster and prevent them from getting watered down.
Use a blender or food processor to evenly mix the ingredients. This will also help to incorporate air into the mixture, which will make the snow cones light and fluffy.
Freeze the mixture in a shallow container. This will help it to freeze evenly and quickly.
Scrape the frozen mixture with a fork or ice shaver to create the snow cones.
Serve the snow cones immediately, topped with your favorite garnishes.

Conclusion:

Alcoholic snow cones are a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy your favorite drinks. They're perfect for parties, picnics, or just a hot summer day. With a little creativity, you can make endless variations of this classic treat. So next time you're looking for a fun and festive way to cool down, give alcoholic snow cones a try.