10 Frozen Drinks You Need to Try Before Summer's Over

Even though by the calendar summer has officially ended and fall has begun, that doesn't mean it's much cooler in some parts of the country. If it's still warm in your neck of the woods, try out some of these frozen drinks to cool down for autumn.

Frozen Coconut Pineapple Margarita

A heavenly marriage of a pina colada and the refreshing tequila snowcone, the frozen coconut pineapple margarita is easy to make. Blend a 10-ounce can of frozen pina colada mixer concentrate, 10 ounces of tequila, 5 ounces of pineapple juice, and 7 cups of ice. If you have a small blender, cut the quantities in half. Before pouring, rim the glass with coarse salt and garnish with pineapple and lime wedges.

Frozen Irish Coffee

Frozen hot chocolate has nothing on this magical blend. Pour in a blender 2 cups of ice, 4 ounces of cold espresso, 2 ounces of Kahlua or Tia Maria, 1.5 ounces of Irish Whiskey, and two scoops of vanilla ice cream. Blend until smooth, and garnish with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkling of shaved dark chocolate.

Frozen Sangria

Create a knee-buckling frozen sangria with a pint of Talenti Roman Raspberry sorbetto and another pint of Talenti Blood Orange. Place the sorbetto in a blender, add the juice of half a lime, 1/2 bottle of inexpensive cabernet sauvignon, and 1/4 cup of mixed berries, such as blackberries and raspberries. Blend till creamy. Pour the mixture into a stemless wine glass and garnish with lime slices or berries for the finishing touch.

Frozen Waterberry Batida

A refreshing blend of an American summer favorite and Cuca Fresca Cachaca, Brazil's sugar cane-based national spirit, the frozen waterberry batida chills you out ever so elegantly. In a blender, place 2 cups of seedless watermelon chunks, 6 chopped frozen strawberries, 2 ounces condensed milk, and 1 tablespoon of superfine sugar. Add 2 ounces of Cuca Fresca Cachaca and 1.5 cups of crushed ice, and blend until smooth. Pour into Cosmopolitan glasses and enjoy.

Peach and Honey Sangria Slush

This beautiful peach and honey sangria slush is a refreshing and unexpected cooler. In a blender, mix 1 cup cold Riesling (or favorite white wine), 2 tablespoons Grand Marnier, 2 tablespoons peach liqueur, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice, and 1 tablespoon honey. Add 2 cups frozen peaches. Blend until smooth, and pour into margarita glasses or Mason jars.

Jack and Coke Slush

Any cocktail that works on the rocks is a summer sensation when frozen. To make a grown-up slush, combine in a large bowl two cans of cold regular or diet Coca-Cola, 6 ounces of limeade concentrate, and 6 ounces of chilled Jack Daniels (or your favorite bourbon). Whisk thoroughly, cover, and freeze overnight. When ready to serve the next day, use a pastry blender to break up the ice and finish with a whisk. Pour the slush into Mason jar glasses and slurp up.

Frozen Wine Slush

Tart, sweet, and refreshing, wine slushies make very elegant treats. Puree in a blender 1 bottle of white Zinfandel and 1 cup of frozen mixed berries. Strain the combination, and pour it into a 9-inch pie plate. Freeze it for half an hour, and scrape the frozen mixture with a fork. Pour it into a glass, and let it rest for five minutes. Serve with berry garnish.

Frozen Bloody Mary

To make an undiluted frozen Bloody Mary, freeze a wedged vine-ripened tomato and the serving glasses for four hours. Then, blend the frozen tomato pieces with 2 ounces vodka, 1/2 cup tomato juice such as R.W. Knudsen organic juice, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon horseradish, juice of 1/2 lime, 1/2 teaspoon celery salt, and fresh pepper to taste. For a savory rim garnish, moisten the glass with lime juice and rim it with a mixture of sea salt, pepper, and celery seed. Top with a lime wedge and a cucumber slice.

Frozen Butterbeer

To make an adult version of the beverage so popular among young wizards in Harry Potter's world, blend 1.5 cups cream soda, 6 tablespoons butterscotch schnapps, and 2 cups ice until slushy. Pour into frozen glasses and chill until ready to serve. To make the foamy topping, combine in a small bowl 6 tablespoons heavy cream and 1 tablespoon butterscotch schnapps. Whisk with an electric mixer to create a loose whipped texture. Spoon a dollop of the cream onto the butterbeer and serve immediately.

Frozen Beer Margarita

Like a frozen tequila shot with a beer packed in one frosty glass, the frozen beer margarita is a simple summer drink with a twist. To make a batch, blend until smooth 1 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup orange juice, 3/4 cup tequila, 1/2 cup triple sec, 3 tablespoons powdered sugar, and 1 cup ice. Pour the mixture into a large pitcher and add one bottle of Corona beer. Rim margarita glasses with sea salt, pour, and kick back.