Bourbon-infused slushy cocktail

Refreshing Bourbon Slush Punch

Inspired by Garden & Gun, this delightful Bourbon Slush Punch recipe has been revamped to reduce sweetness while ramping up freshness. Now serving 8 people in generous 1-cup portions, the punch is a delightful blend of flavors featuring fresh juice and ice, making it both light and invigorating. If you're hosting a larger gathering, feel free to double the batch for a satisfying crowd-pleaser. For those who prefer the traditional slushy method, prepare the punch base as directed, then freeze it in a gallon-sized bag until it reaches that ideal slushy texture. Just keep in mind, thawing may require some patience! If you want to skip the freezing, the blending technique outlined below is a breeze.

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 2 tea bags (your choice for iced tea)
• 1 cup bourbon
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cups orange juice (from about 3 fresh oranges)
• 6 tablespoons lemon juice (approximately 2 lemons)
• 16 to 17 ounces (around 5 cups) ice cubes
• Mint sprigs or lemon slices, for garnish

Cooking Steps

Begin by boiling 1 cup of water for the tea. Once boiling, steep the tea bags in the hot water until it cools down. Afterward, remove the bags and transfer the tea into a pitcher. Next, add the bourbon, sugar, orange juice, and lemon juice. Place this mixture in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve. There’s no need to worry about dissolving the sugar; it will naturally dissolve after 30 minutes in the fridge.

When it’s time to serve, give the punch base a good shake or stir to mix everything evenly. For immediate enjoyment, combine the punch base with the full amount of ice cubes in your blender and blend until it reaches a slushy consistency. For a single serving, mix 1/2 cup of the punch base with just over 1/2 cup of small ice pieces and blend until smooth. Feel free to add extra whole ice cubes if you like your drink extra cold. Top each glass with a lovely mint sprig or a slice of lemon for a beautiful finish, and enjoy this refreshing treat!