Red Wine Slushie (Easy Frozen Wine Drink with Berries)

This red wine slushie is cold, fruity, and just boozy enough to keep in the rotation all summer. It’s the kind of frozen wine drink that actually tastes good and takes five minutes to blend.

Red Wine Slushie Recipe

I make this red wine slushie with frozen berries, a splash of liqueur, and whatever bottle of sweet red I have around. It’s fruity, a little boozy, and way smoother than it should be. Once it freezes, you can scoop it straight from the container like a granita—no special equipment, no high-end wine.

This isn’t the time to break out anything dry or expensive. I use Red Moscato or something equally sweet, blend it with Grand Marnier and frozen fruit, then freeze the whole thing until it’s slushy. The texture stays soft enough to scoop, and the flavor holds up straight from the freezer.

I’ve made a lot of Pinot Noir here in Oregon—definitely not the right wine for something like this. You want something sweet and budget-friendly, the kind that blends smoothly with frozen fruit and doesn’t need much else.

What Makes This Red Wine Slushie Different

Most wine slushies end up too sweet or taste like watered-down juice. This one freezes smooth and actually tastes like fruit. I use frozen berries instead of juice or mix, so the texture stays thick, and the Grand Marnier adds a little citrus without covering up the wine.

I’ve gone back and forth with a few versions of this, and this combo just works. The sweet red wine blends well with the berries and a little simple syrup, and it keeps its texture without turning icy or overly sweet.

One thing I heard over and over as someone who makes wine—people wanted something sweet. I didn’t make sweet wine, but the requests were endless. So this wine slushie recipe is my way of finally giving the people what they asked for the most. Ha.

Why I Love This Red Wine Slushie

• I don’t need to chill the wine or thaw the fruit—everything goes straight into the blender and it’s ready to freeze.
• It’s a flexible recipe that doesn’t need an exact bottle. Any sweet red will work.
• The texture stays scoopable, even after a few days in the freezer.

What You’ll Need to Make This Wine Slushie

You don’t need much to make this—just a blender, a freezer-safe container, and a few ingredients you can find at any grocery store. The frozen fruit keeps the texture thick and scoopable, and the wine and liqueur bring it all together.

• Red Moscato – This is a great time to skip the pricey stuff and grab something sweet and budget-friendly. Red Moscato blends smoothly and holds up in the freezer. If you’re not familiar with this style, Wine Folly breaks down what makes Moscato different—it’s sweeter, lower in alcohol, and fruit-forward, which is why it works so well here.
• Grand Marnier – Adds a hint of orange and some extra depth. Cointreau works too if that’s what you have.
• Frozen strawberries – These give the slushie most of its body and some natural sweetness.
• Frozen blackberries – They bring color and a deeper berry flavor.
• Frozen raspberries – A little tart and helps balance the mix.
• Simple syrup – Just enough to tie the flavors together. You can make it yourself—directions are in the notes.
• Extra frozen berries, for garnish (optional) – I like to add a few on top for color and texture.

How to Make It

Find the complete printable recipe with measurements in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Step One (blend everything up)
  Toss the wine, Grand Marnier, all the frozen berries, and a spoonful of simple syrup into your blender. Let it run until everything’s completely smooth and pourable.
• Step Two (strain or skip)
  If you’re not into berry seeds, pour the mix through a fine mesh strainer into a freezer-safe container. If seeds don’t bother you, skip the strainer and move on.
• Step Three (freeze it)
  Pop the container in the freezer and forget about it for a few hours—three minimum, overnight is fine too. It firms up into the kind of texture you can scoop.
• Step Four (scoop and serve)
  Grab an ice cream scoop and portion it into glasses. If it’s frozen solid, just scrape it with a fork to loosen it up. Add a few frozen berries on top if you’re feeling it.

Tips for Serving

A few small things make a big difference when it comes to texture and flavor.

• A sweet, low-tannin wine works best—Red Moscato is ideal, but something labeled a sweet red blend or a sweet Lambrusco works too.
• Frozen fruit keeps the texture thick, so don’t swap in fresh unless you freeze it first.
• If the slushie is too thick to scoop, let it sit out for a few minutes or scrape it with a fork to loosen it up.
• Serving in a frozen glass helps keep it from melting too fast, especially on warm days.

Storage and Make-Ahead Notes

If you’re planning ahead, this recipe holds up well in the freezer and scoops like a granita when you’re ready.

• You can make the slushie a few days ahead and keep it frozen until you’re ready to serve. Just store it in a freezer-safe container with a tight lid.
• When it’s time to serve, let it sit out for a few minutes to soften. If it’s frozen solid, scrape it with a fork or give it a quick stir to bring it back to that scoopable texture.
• If you’re prepping for a holiday weekend, my red, white and blue sangria as well as my cherry-orange sangria are other wine-focused cocktail options I keep on hand for easy summer drinks.

Red Wine Slushie FAQs

• Can I use fresh berries instead of frozen? Only if you freeze them first. Using fresh will give you a wine smoothie—not what we’re going for here.
• Do I really need to strain out the seeds? I always do—it makes the texture smoother and a little more polished. But if you don’t mind the seeds, go ahead and skip it. Totally up to you.
• What if I only have dry red wine? You can try it with more syrup, but it’s not the same. Dry reds can get a little harsh when frozen. Stick with something sweet if you want it to taste right without having to tweak anything.
• Can I throw in some ice to thicken it up? I wouldn’t. Ice waters it down and messes with the texture. If you want it colder, freeze your glasses or let it sit in the freezer a little longer.

More Warm-Weather Sippers

If you’re looking for more drinks to serve cold, these cocktails are easy to mix, made for warm days, and don’t ask much from you or your liquor shelf.

• St. Germain Spritz – Light, floral, and built for sipping slow. This one’s easy to batch for a patio hang.
• Best Cosmo Recipe – Tart, sweet, and strong in the best way. This version skips the fancy and just nails the flavor.
• Cherry Martini – Rich, fruity, and not too sweet. Great if you like your cocktails with a little punch.
• Perfect Negroni Recipe – All the character of a classic Negroni, toned just enough for everyday sipping.
• Hot Honey Peach Margarita – Sweet, spicy, and stone-fruit forward. One of my favorites.
• Best Mojito Recipe – Cool, crisp, and minty without being watery. A classic for a reason.
• Three-Ingredient Agave Margarita Recipe – Simple, sharp, and strong. Just three ingredients and it works every time.

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5 from 11 votes

Red Wine Slushie

Red Wine Slushie blends frozen berries, sweet red wine, and a splash of liqueur into a smooth, scoopable drink that holds up in the freezer. It’s simple to prep, easy to serve, and made for warm weather.

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Chilling3 hours hrs

Total Time3 hours hrs 5 minutes mins

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: easy summer drink, frozen red wine recipe, frozen wine cocktail, Red Wine Slushie, red wine slushie recipe, wine slushy

Servings: 4 to 6 servings

Calories: 238kcal

Author: Cathy Pollak

Equipment

• measuring cups and spoons Ingredient accuracy.
• Blender For blending everything until completely smooth.
• ice cream scoop For serving.
• fine-mesh sieve For removing seeds.

Ingredients

Red Wine Slushie:

• 1 (750 ml) bottle of red wine, such as Red Moscato sweet and budget friendly
• 1/3 cup (125 ml) Grand Marnier or Cointreau
• 1 cup (134 g) frozen strawberries
• 1 cup (116 g) frozen blackberries
• 1 cup (118 g) frozen raspberries
• 1 tbsp. (15 ml) simple syrup* homemade or purchase
• extra frozen berries for garnish

Instructions

• Add the wine, Grand Marnier, frozen strawberries, frozen blackberries, frozen raspberries, and simple syrup to a blender.
  1 (750 ml) bottle of red wine, such as Red Moscato, 1/3 cup (125 ml) Grand Marnier, 1 cup (134 g) frozen strawberries, 1 cup (116 g) frozen blackberries, 1 cup (118 g) frozen raspberries, 1 tbsp. (15 ml) simple syrup*
• Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth.
• For a smoother texture, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a freezer-safe container to remove the seeds. Skip this step if you don’t mind the texture.
• Freeze for at least 3 hours, or overnight.
• Scoop into glasses using an ice cream scoop. If it’s too firm, let it sit at room temp for a few minutes or scrape with a fork to loosen. Garnish with extra frozen berries if you want.
  extra frozen berries for garnish

Notes

• *How to Make Simple Syrup: Combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let cool completely and store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 1 month.
• Wine Substitutions: Sweet red blends or sweet Lambrusco also work well in place of Red Moscato.
• Make-Ahead Tip: You can make the slushie up to 3 days ahead and store it in the freezer. Just scrape or stir before serving.
• Serving Tip: A frozen glass helps keep the slushie from melting too quickly on warm days.

 

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Red Wine Slushie

Amount Per Serving (112 g)

Calories 238 Calories from Fat 4

% Daily Value*

Fat 0.4g1%

Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g

Sodium 10mg0%

Potassium 145mg4%

Carbohydrates 40g13%

Fiber 3.4g14%

Sugar 32g36%

Protein 1g2%

Vitamin A 4IU0%

Vitamin C 20mg24%

Calcium 41mg4%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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