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Popsicles with Punch!

by Elana
January 1, 2021
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The popsicle is one of my favorite nostalgic treats. Enjoying one, I can just hear the crickets chirping, see salty bay water gently lapping onto the dock, and picture the lightning bugs glimmering in the yard, no matter what time of year it is. In the hot summer months though, there is nothing more refreshing. These popsicles have a little kick from a few alcoholic ingredients. They’re perfect for happy hour, just keep them far away from the kids’ desserts.

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Arnold Palmer Pops

  • Author: Elana Iaciofano
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My family spends a lot of time watching golf in the summertime. Especially my dad who enjoys doing so with his eyes closed while horizontal on the couch. I’m not much of a golfer, but I do applaud the golfer-inspired beverage choices like the Arnold Palmer. Especially frozen and combined with vodka.


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Ingredients

1 cup Iced Tea (I used the Turkey Hill brand. It has a slight lemony-sweetness that is not overpowering)

3 large lemons

1 part minty simple syrup

1 cup water

2 parts vodka – divided equally among the iced tea and lemonade

Equipment: Cone shaped paper cups or popsicle forms; popsicle sticks


Instructions

To make the lemonade, squeeze the juice from three large lemons into a pitcher.

Add in one part minty simple syrup (you can use more if you like your lemonade sweeter, so give it a taste) and the 1 cup of water and remaining 1 part vodka.

Place it in the refrigerator to keep it fresh while you’re dealing with the iced tea portion.

Combine the Iced tea and 1 part vodka in a small pitcher or measuring cup.

Pour this mixture into your popsicle forms, only filling them half way.

Pop your half-filled forms in the freezer. When they are starting to freeze but still slushy (give them about 2 hours), stick the popsicle sticks into the centers of each form so that they stand upright.

After the iced tea half-popsicles have frozen, pour the rest of the molds full with the lemonade.

This is how you will get the two-toned effect you see in the photo.

 

Let them freeze overnight.


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White Russian Creamsicles

  • Author: Elana Iaciofano
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The White Russian drink has a special place in my heart. I love the creaminess combined with the deep richness of Kahlua. This drink is just asking to be made into a creamsicle. So let it be done.


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1 part vodka

2 parts Kahlua

1/4 cup half ‘n’ half

3/4 cup water

Equipment: Dixie paper cups or popsicle forms; popsicle sticks


Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a pitcher or large measuring cup and stir to combine.

Pour into popsicle molds and stick them in the freezer. After the are partially frozen (allow a few hours depending on the temperature of your freezer), place the popsicle sticks in the center so they stand upright.

 

Allow to freeze overnight.


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Gin and Ginger Granita

  • Author: Elana Iaciofano
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For me, a good time involves relaxing on the porch and sipping on a nice gin and tonic. Believe it or not, this frozen version is even better.


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Note: 1 “part” in this recipe refers to 1 shot glass’s worth of an ingredient.

2 parts Gin (I used Hendrick’s)

1 part minty simple syrup (recipe from Poet in the Pantry here.

1 1/2 tablespoons chopped and peeled fresh ginger

1 1/2 cups water

Juice from 1 lime

Optional: a few slices of cucumber, chopped and peeled

Equipment: a blender, ice cube trays (I used a silicone version)


Instructions

Throw all the ingredients in a blender and pureé.

Pour into ice cube trays and pop them in the freezer, and let them freeze overnight.

The next days, you can transfer your gin ‘n’ ginger cubes into a bowl and crush with a fork. They should decompose into a perfect crushed ice texture.

 

Divide into small bowls and serve.


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