Cherry Rum Coke Slushie Enjoyment

Suppose I want to be frank with you: on a hot summer day, I can’t think of anything more that spells “instant happiness” than an ice-cold slushy drink. And when that slushie happens to be loaded with rum and flavored with cherry Coke sweetness? Now, we are talking about a drink that means summer fun in a glass. It’s nostalgic and playful, but with an adult kick that makes it just the ticket for a backyard party or for an experimental “just because” kind of treat when a pick-me-up is in order.

A Quick Look at the Recipe

The Cherry Rum Coke Slushie is exactly what you’d think: a frozen junked-up mix of Coke, cherry, and rum. Cold and fizzy, sweet but potent enough to keep you grinning without knocking you out, it simply begs to be slurped. Just grab a blender, some ice, and the rum of your choice- it will come together in minutes! In essence, it feels like something you’d order from a fun tiki bar.

Why This Recipe Is Special

This recipe is unique because it brings together two worlds: the nostalgia of comfort soda and the buzz of a refreshing cocktail. To me, it’s an adult version of those frozen slushies you might have begged for from the gas station as a kid. Only now, you get to call the shots with how much rum goes in. Plus, the variations are endless!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

You’re going to adore this slushie for a handful of reasons:

• Big flavor, little effort – It’s basically blending ice and pouring rum.
• Super refreshing – Perfect for hot afternoons or casual get-togethers.
• Customizable – Change the soda, add fruit, or play with different rums.
• Crowd-pleaser – Easy to scale for parties, everyone loves it.
• Budget-friendly – No fancy cocktail syrups required, just soda and rum.

Tools You’ll Need

Don’t worry, nothing fancy here—just kitchen basics.

• Blender – Your main tool for crushing ice and giving the slushie its texture.
• Measuring cups & spoons – To keep the rum and cola ratios balanced (though a little “eyeballing” never hurt).
• Tall glasses – Because slushies look more fun in them.
• Straws or spoons – Optional, but sipping through a straw makes it feel extra nostalgic.

Ingredients (for 2 servings)

• 2 cups (475 ml) cherry cola, chilled
• 1 ½ cups (180 g) ice cubes
• 3 oz (90 ml) dark or spiced rum
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) grenadine or cherry syrup (optional, for stronger cherry flavor)
• Fresh cherries or lime wedges, for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Keep your cola cool – Use cold soda in the mixture; it blends better and doesn’t lose fizz as quickly.
2. Combine in a blender – Next, pour in, the cherry cola, rum, and syrup if using it. Then, add ice. Blend until slushy – Start slow, build up speed, and then blend until the ice looks like little crystals and the drink is really thick, but pourable.
3. Don’t sweat it too much if it’s a bit uneven when blended-some types of slush don’t mind.
4. Taste and Add – Is it too strong? Add a bit more soda; is it too weak? Another splash of rum won’t hurt.
5. Drink at once – Pour into tall glasses and top with cherries (or lime) and sip away. Fill mason jars with sweet, refreshing goodness, then add long recycled paper straws for a very retro vibe.

Serving Ideas

• Top it off with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for float-style action.
• Rum changes – Try some coconut rum for that tropical spin.
• And different sodas such as vanilla Coke, Pepsi, or even Dr. Peppers are sure to make things interesting.

Variations & Customizations

• Mocktail version – Leave rum out of it and add more grenadine instead for a non-alcoholic cherry Coke slushie for all the family.

Storage & Make-Ahead Tips

Slushies don’t store super well because they melt, but here’s what you can do:

• Transfer to an airtight container and freeze. When you want to use it scrape with a fork or Pre-chill your soda and rum, then just mix.

Pro Tips & Mistakes to Avoid

Let me give you a few behind-the-scenes secrets:

• Don’t over-blend – Too long and you’ll end up with a watery drink. Stop when you see that perfect “icy snow” look.
• Use crushed ice if possible – It blends faster and keeps the texture smoother.
• Balance sweetness – Cherry Coke is sweet on its own. If you don’t love sugary drinks, go easy on the grenadine.
• Serve right away – This drink waits for nobody; melted slushie is just sad soda.

Quick Recipe Facts

• Yield: 2 servings
• Prep time: 5 minutes
• Cook time: 0 minutes
• Total time: 5 minutes

Nutrition (per serving, without garnishes):

• Calories: ~180
• Carbs: ~22 g
• Sugar: ~20 g
• Alcohol: ~14 g

Final Sip

If you’re craving something playful, refreshing, and just a little indulgent, this Cherry Rum Coke Slushie is worth blending up. I know once you taste that icy-sweet fizz with the warm rum kick, you’ll wonder why you didn’t try it sooner. So grab your blender, pour yourself a glass, and let me know how it turns out—I’d love to hear your twist on it!