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Cherry Rum and Coke Slushie

Cherry Rum and Coke Slushie

Cool off this summer with a Cherry Rum and Coke Slushie!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 8 oz dark rum e.g., Bacardi Gold, Captain Morgan
  • 16 oz cola regular, diet, or zero-sugar
  • 4 oz cherry syrup e.g., Luxardo, grenadine, or maraschino cherry syrup
  • 2 oz fresh lime juice

Garnish & Texture Elements

  • 4 cups ice cubes or frozen cola cubes
  • Maraschino cherries for garnish
  • Lime wedges for garnish

Optional Enhancements

  • 4-6 dashes cherry bitters
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 oz amaretto

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Cola

  • Pour cola into ice cube trays and freeze for at least 4 hours.

Step 2: Blend the Base

  • In a blender, combine frozen cola cubes (or regular ice), rum, cherry syrup, and lime juice.
  • Pulse until ice is broken down, then blend until smooth.

Step 3: Adjust & Serve

  • Taste and adjust sweetness or rum level. Add optional ingredients if desired.
  • Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with maraschino cherries and lime wedges.

Step 4: Final Touches

  • Rim glasses with cherry sugar for extra flavor.
  • Serve immediately with a straw and long spoon.

Notes

  • To prevent separation, blend thoroughly or add ½ teaspoon xanthan gum.
  • Store in the freezer for up to 2 hours before serving; reblend if needed.
  • Customize with different rums or flavors for variations.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gSugar: 24g
Keyword Cherry Rum and Coke Slushie, Easy Cocktails, Frozen Cocktails, Rum and Coke
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