14 Boozy Popsicles Fit for Summer
By: Kristin Hunt
Credit: Carey Nershi/Reclaiming Provincial
When you were a kid, convincing your mom for some change for a Rocket Pop was a big win. But you’re an adult now (age-wise, at least), and not only can you buy a Rocket Pop whenever you damn well please, you can also indulge in liquor-laced popsicles. Make these 14 booze-filled pops for your friend’s next BBQ, or just leave them in your freezer and have a fun-filled weekend alone. We’re not here to judge.
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Roasted Strawberry Red Wine Popsicles
What you’ll need: Strawberries, granulated sugar, sweet red wine, balsamic vinegar (optional)
How many it makes: 6-8
Recipe: Pastry Affair
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Black and White Russian Popsicles
What you’ll need: Chocolate or vanilla pudding, vodka, Kahlua, Baileys for the White Russian
How many it makes: About 8-10
Recipe: Endless Simmer
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Nectarine Bellini Popsicles
What you’ll need: Nectarines or peaches, sugar, Champagne
How many it makes: 4
Recipe: E is for Eat
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Mint Julep Popsicles
What you’ll need: Water, mint, demerara sugar, bourbon
How many it makes:
Recipe: HonestlyYUM
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Red Wine Fudgsicles
What you’ll need: Dark chocolate chips, milk, red wine
How many it makes: 4-6
Recipe: A Beautiful Mess
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Creamy Margarita Popsicles
What you’ll need: Limes, condensed milk, water, tequila, salt, orange juice (optional)
How many it makes: 12
Recipe: Host the Toast
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Watermelon Mint Tequila Popsicles
What you’ll need: Water, sugar, fresh mint, cubed watermelon, lime juice, tequila
How many it makes: About 8-10
Recipe: Hungry Girl Por Vida
Credit: Carey Nershi/Reclaiming Provincial
French 75 Popsicles
What you’ll need: Lemon juice, simple syrup, Champagne, gin
How many it makes: 10
Recipe: Reclaiming Provincial
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Blackberry Chèvre Bourbon Popsicles
What you’ll need: Milk, thyme, honey, goat cheese, blackberries, brown sugar, bourbon
How many it makes: 10
Recipe: Cooking Stoned
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Tequila Mango Popsicles with Chile
What you’ll need: Chopped mango, lime juice, agave, water, salt, tequila, chile powder to garnish
How many it makes: About 10
Recipe: HonestlyYUM
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Bourbon Butterscotch Latte Popsicles
What you’ll need: Room temperature coffee, heavy cream, bourbon, butterscotch sauce
How many it makes: About 8-10
Recipe: Endless Simmer
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Strawberry Champagne Popsicles
What you’ll need: Water, sugar, lemon juice, strawberries, Champagne
How many it makes: 6
Recipe: Brown Sugar
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Blueberry Basil Martini Popsicles
What you’ll need: Water, sugar, basil leaves, blueberries, lemon juice, vodka
How many it makes: 8
Recipe: Creative Culinary
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White Sangria Popsicles
What you’ll need: Simple syrup, dry white wine, orange liqueur, lemons, chopped fruit
How many it makes: About 24
Recipe: Confections of a Foodie Bride
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