This Spiked Cherry Slushy is a frozen gin cocktail made with juicy frozen cherries, fresh lime juice and honey. Ready in just 5 minutes, this icy, fruity cocktail is perfect for summer holidays, long weekends, backyard gatherings or anytime you want a refreshing frozen drink. 

For more yummy frozen cocktails, check out this Empress Watermelon Slushie and my Frozen Hot Honey Peach Margarita.

I partnered with Waterloo Gin to mix up this Spiked Cherry Slushy! Recipe and ideas are my own.

Spiked Cherry Slushy garnished with fresh cherries, blueberries, lime, and daisy flowers.

Quick Look: Spiked Cherry Slushy

  • ⏱ Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • ⏳ Total Time: 5 minutes
  • 🍽️ Servings: 2 cocktails
  • 🍒 Flavor Profile: Sweet, tart, fruity, refreshing, and icy
  • 👌 Difficulty: Easy, perfect for summer parties and long weekends

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When the weather is warm, there’s nothing better than a frozen cocktail you can make in minutes. This cherry slushy combines sweet frozen cherries with tart fresh lime juice, a touch of honey and botanical gin for a bright, refreshing drink that is totally delicious.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Packed with fresh cherry flavor: Frozen cherries create a naturally fruity, vibrant slushy.
  • Perfectly frozen: Ice and frozen fruit create that thick, frosty texture you want from a summer slushy.
  • Sweet and tart: Fresh lime juice keeps the cherries and honey from making the drink super sweet.
  • Easy to make: Everything goes straight into the blender, so effortless!
  • Perfect for summer: It’s made for long weekends, holidays, backyard parties and warm-weather celebrations.

Key Ingredients

See the recipe card for quantities.

  • Gin: I used Waterloo No. 9. This botanical gin adds depth to the fruity frozen cocktail.
  • Frozen cherries: Frozen, pitted cherries make this cocktail especially easy and give it a thick, icy texture without needing to chill fresh fruit first.
  • Fresh lime juice: Freshly squeezed lime adds acidity and balance.
  • Honey: A small amount adds natural sweetness.
  • Ice: Ice creates the classic slushy consistency when blended with the frozen fruit.

Substitutions & Variations

  • Spirit Swap: Try it with vodka or 
  • Berry Switch: Swap cherries for another frozen berry like strawberries.
  • Mocktail version: Just leave out the gin. Add a splash of water if you need for blending.
Spiked Cherry Slushy garnished with fresh cherries, blueberries, lime, and daisy flowers.

How to Make Spiked Cherry Slushy

Step 1: Add the gin, frozen cherries, honey, fresh lime juice and ice to a blender.

Step 2: Blend until completely smooth and slushy. If needed, pause the blender and scrape down the sides to help everything blend evenly.

Step 3: Divide the slushy between two Coupe Glasses.

Step 4: Garnish with fresh cherries, blueberries and chamomile flowers. I like to serve it straight away.

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This SPIKED CHERRY SLUSHIE has the 4th of July written all over it 🍒 🧨 🇺🇸 #ad Blending waterloogin with cherries, sweet honey, and fresh limes, this frozen cocktail is your backyard bbq essential for hosting this 4th of July. Cheers 🥂 ! SPIKED CHERRY SLUSHIE (makes 2) ◻️ 4 oz Waterloo No. 9 Gin ◻️ 1 cup frozen cherries ◻️ 1 ½ tbsp honey ◻️ 2 limes, juiced ◻️ 2 cups ice ◻️ Cherries, blueberries and chamomile, for garnish 1. To a blender, add gin, frozen cherries, honey, lime juice, and ice. Blend until smooth and slushy. 2. Divide between two glasses. If desired, garnish with cherries, blueberries, and chamomile.

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Carolyn’s Tips for Making Spiked Cherry Slushy

  • For perfect consistency, add a splash of water if needed for blending or add more ice or cherries for a thicker consistency.
  • Mocktail version: Just leave out the gin. Add a splash of water if you need for blending.

Spiked Cherry Slushy FAQs

Can you make a cherry slushy with frozen cherries?

Yes! Frozen cherries are ideal for a cherry slushy because they add plenty of fruity flavor while creating the drink’s thick, icy texture.

What gin goes well with cherries?

A botanical gin such as Waterloo No. 9 Gin pairs well with cherries because its botanical notes complement the fruit, while fresh lime adds brightness and acidity.

Can you make a frozen cherry cocktail ahead of time?

It’s best to make this cocktail immediately before serving. The slushy consistency will soften as it sits, so blending it just before serving gives you the best texture.

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Spiked Cherry Slushy garnished with fresh cherries, blueberries, lime, and daisy flowers.
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Spiked Cherry Slushy (Frozen Gin Cocktail)

Servings: 2
Prep: 5 minutes
This Spiked Cherry Slushy is a frozen gin cocktail made with juicy frozen cherries, fresh lime juice and honey. Ready in just 5 minutes, this icy, fruity cocktail is perfect for summer holidays, long weekends, backyard gatherings or anytime you want a refreshing frozen drink.
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Ingredients
 

  • 4 oz Waterloo No. 9 Gin
  • 1 cup frozen cherries
  • 1 ½ tbsp honey
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 2 cups ice
  • Cherries, blueberries and chamomile, for garnish

Equipment

Instructions
 

  • To a blender, add gin, frozen cherries, honey, lime juice, and ice. Blend until smooth and slushy.
  • Divide between two glasses. If desired, garnish with cherries, blueberries, and chamomile.

Notes

  • For perfect consistency, add a splash of water if needed for blending or add more ice or cherries for a thicker consistency.
  • Mocktail version: Just leave out the gin. Add a splash of water if you need for blending.
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