This Berry Frosé, also known as a wine slushie, is a lighter, more sophisticated, blissfully delicious, adults only version of a Slurpee! This frosé blends fresh fruit, fruit juice, and a hint of mint to create a refreshing summer cocktail.
The Story Behind This Frose Drink
The first time I ever had a glass of Rosé wine was in New Zealand when my husband and I were visiting family and friends. My husband’s childhood friends owned a winery, Gibston Winery, and served us the most amazing tasting Rosé I’ve ever had. Nothing else has come close since!
That said, when I discovered that wine slushies were a thing I knew I had to give it a shot using Rosé.
Frosé (pronounced fro-zay) – A frozen rosé wine cocktail (slushy-style drink) made by blending rosé wine with ice and typically a mix of fruit, a sweetener, and sometimes a splash of citrus juice or liqueur for added flavor.
And this refreshing cocktail did not disappoint! It’s sweet, fruity, refreshing, and perfect for summer. Pair it with appetizers like chips and salsa, or serve them at cookouts with grilled shrimp. No matter what, this easy frosé recipe is sure to be your favorite beverage all summer long.
Ingredients You’ll Need
See the recipe card below for ingredient amounts and other tips.
- Wine – You can’t have a frosé recipe without Rosé! See note below for non-alcoholic options!
Substitute: You can use a non-alcoholic rose wine if you prefer. They’re sweeter than a dry rose but just as tasty. Check out Zero Proof for great options. We love Giesen 0% Rose!
- Fresh Mint Leaves – These add a bright, refreshing taste.
- Lime Juice – Freshly squeezed is best, but bottled varieties will also work!
- Sweetener – Add maple syrup, honey, or agave, or simple syrup to taste.
- Berries – Use fresh or frozen blueberries and frozen strawberries for a sweet, fruity flavor and a thicker consistency.
- Triple Sec – This is optional but highly recommended. The orange flavor punches up the fruitiness of the drink, making it even tastier.
- Sparkling Water – Again, this is optional, but we love to add a splash of berry-flavored sparkling water for a bit of fizz.
- Garnishes – Sliced fresh strawberries, lime wedges, and mint leaves will make your frose recipe look like it came from a fancy bar.
How to Make Frose with Berries
- Freeze. Pour the Rosé into an ice cube tray or glass container. Add a few mint leaves for a stronger mint flavor. Then, freeze until solid.
Note: If you don’t have time to freeze the Rosé, use frozen blueberries and strawberries and combine it with chilled Rosé instead.
- Blend. Add all the ingredients to a blender, and pulse until a thick slushy texture forms. If you didn’t freeze mint leaves with the wine ice cubes, add a few leaves, and pulse again.
- Serve. Divide the frozen rosé wine slushie between glasses. Then, add a splash of sparkling water if desired, and garnish. Enjoy your frozen cocktails cold!
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Common Questions
Yes! If you don’t plan on serving right away, place the blended Frosé back into the freezer to chill for another 30 minutes. Remove from the freezer once ready to serve, and blend again until slushy.
We recommend using a dry Rosé wine made with grenache, syrah, or pinot noir varietals for a stronger flavor but experiment with what you like best.
Absolutely! Feel free to substitute frozen raspberries or blackberries. Or, experiment with variations using peaches, mango, or watermelon.
Easy Berry Frosé Recipe
- Total Time: 3 to 4 hours
- Yield: 5 drinks 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Make this easy berry frose recipe with six simple ingredients for a sweet, refreshing wine slushie perfect for summer! And add sparkling water for extra fizz!
Ingredients
- 500 ml (about 2 to 2 ¼ cups) Rosé wine or non-alcoholic Rosé
- 2 to 3 fresh mint leaves plus extra to garnish
- Juice from ½ a lime
- 2 to 3 Tablespoon maple syrup or honey (to taste)
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 10 ounces (1 ¼ cups) frozen strawberry halves
- Optional: 2 ounces triple sec
- Optional: Sparkling berry water
- Garnishes (optional) – sliced strawberries, mint leaves, or lime wedges
Instructions
- Pour Rosé into an ice cube tray or a glass container. If desired, place mint leaves in a couple of the ice cube molds with the rose before freezing. Place in the freezer until frozen or about 3 to 4 hours. See notes if you don’t have time to freeze the rose.
- Once the Rosé is frozen (it will be “icy”), place into a blender. Add the lime juice, maple syrup, berries, and optional triple sec. Blend until slushy. If you didn’t freeze the mint with the wine, add 2 mint leaves and blend again.
- Pour into 5 serving glasses. Add an optional splash of sparkling berry water to make fizz on top.
- Garnish with sliced strawberries, lime wedge and mint leaf.
Notes
Prep Tips – If you don’t have time to freeze the Rosé, blend chilled Rosé with frozen blueberries and frozen strawberries to create a similar texture.
Storage Tips – If you don’t plan on serving right away, place the blended frose back into the freezer to chill for another 30 minutes. Remove from the freezer once ready to serve and blend again until slushy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Chill Time: 3 to 4 hours
- Category: drinks
- Method: blender
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 138
- Sugar: 10.6 g
- Sodium: 1.9 mg
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16.4 g
- Fiber: 1.9 g
- Protein: 0.7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
I don’t care for wine or any alcohol really! I have tried to like wine but I just don’t. I had some champagne at a wedding once i really liked, only to find out it was sparkling cider. Probably why I liked it.
We just updated the recipe to include a non-alcoholic version. I really liked this with the zero proof wines!
Seriously why do you not live closer to me?! This just bordering on cruelty now.
wow! this just sound very refreshing. thanks for sharing your recipe on this fab drink. surprisingly packed with vit. C
♡Courtney Bentley ||http://www.starsystemz.com
I kinda wish I liked wine now.
Sounds excellent, love the color! Looking forward to trying this one out!
Haha I don’t know what’s better! The reference to Scarlett Johansen or this Frose! …mmm…prob the Frose, sounds amazing! XO
haha good call!
It’s so pretty Lindsay; I almost wish I liked wine, but I’ve tried a bunch of different kinds and haven’t liked them. However, maybe I could make it without wine, or would that ruin it? :o)
of course! Mocktails are fun too. Try it with grapefuit juice or white grapefruit juice. YUM!
This DOES look blissful! Scarlett Johansen must have some tasty kisses! haha
I love everything about this slushie! We’ve fallen in love with Rosé the last couple of years and a Frosé would just impress my girly friends too. Wine and blueberries just think of those antioxidants too!
i have just started drinking rose and i love it for my afternoon drink. i need to get on a frose train.
I could definitely get into one of these wine slushies like Right now. Sounds so refreshing and like the perfect summer cocktail and since I’m a wine drinker I know I’m gone love this!
What a beautiful cocktail slushy! Your photographs are stunning and the recipe looks amazing.
Brother. You have REALLY outdone yourself this time. I’ll be keeping this in my freezer all summer. Lawd… I love me some rose. I’m sure kissing Scarlet Johansen is quite nice too… HAHAHA!
Haha, one can imagine, right? One meaning you! 😉
I’m making a renewed effort to create a bit of indulgent time in my life to read blogs I love, and this post was such a great way to dive in! The photography is just outstanding (oh my gosh – that pouring shot!), your story about Scarlet Johansen is HILARIOUS, and I pretty much just want this slushie in my life all.summer.long! Plus, I love that you offer optional upgrades (ahem … vodka LOL!), and a mocktail non-alcoholic version, too – so flexible for any party, any occasion! I am 100% pinning this because I’m dying to make it ASAP!
haha yes! I love all the options too. Just means we can drink more, yes? with scarlet. LOL!
I’m seriously SO excited for the day when I can have alcoholic beverages again 😉
I’ll drink for you in the meantime. 😉
Just saved this recipe!! Totally up my alley and delicious for summer!!
Oh girllll this is perfect and a must-make for summer! WILL be trying this one out for sure.
go for it! i think you will LOOOOOVE!
I have had rose actually long time ago. Most wines give me horrible headaches but maybe if I have it in slushie form that won’t happen? ONE can always hope!
This looks just insanely yummy and healthy, thank you!
Thank you for Cotter-ifying Frose! This is just my style…