Brandy Slush

Name: Brandy Slush
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 21 servings (about 4 quarts slush mix)
Ingredients: 4 green or black tea bags; 9 cups water, divided; 2 cups brandy; 1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed; 1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed; EACH SERVING:; 1/4 cup lemon-lime soda, chilled; GARNISH:; Lime wedge, optional

Total Time Prep: 15 min. + freezing

Yield 21 servings (about 4 quarts slush mix)

Test Kitchen Approved

Brandy slush is as ubiquitous in Wisconsin as cheese. This frozen drink made with juice concentrates, brandy and tea is perfect for parties and get-togethers any time of year.

Ingredients

4 green or black tea bags
9 cups water, divided
2 cups brandy
1 can (12 ounces) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
EACH SERVING:
1/4 cup lemon-lime soda, chilled
GARNISH:
Lime wedge, optional

Directions

Place tea bags in a small bowl. Bring 2 cups water to a boil; pour over tea bags. Cover and steep for 5 minutes. Discard tea bags. Transfer tea to a large pitcher; stir in the brandy, lemonade concentrate, juice concentrate and remaining water. Pour into a 4-qt. freezer container. Freeze overnight or until set.
For each serving, scoop 3/4 cup slush into a rocks glass. Pour lemon-lime soda into the glass; if desired, serve with lime wedge.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 129 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 8mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

This citrusy slush is a Midwestern party go-to. Instead of regular brandy, swap in other spirits, like blackberry brandy or berry vodka. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen

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