This grown-ups Negroni slushy is just the thing to combat the warm weather

Poised to swipe frosé’s title as the ‘ultimate refresher’, the frozen Negroni is one to get on board with this season. The sophisticated slushy merges the classic cocktail’s bitterness with a fruity orange kick — it’s an excellent way to wet one’s whistle.

Frozen Negroni Slushy Recipe
Serves 6-8

Ingredients:
350ml orange juice
120ml Campari
120ml gin
120ml sweet vermouth
4 cups of ice
Fresh orange for garnish

Method:
To make, simply put all the ingredients in a blender then blitz until smooth. If time allows, pop back into the freezer for half an hour to set, otherwise divide between six to eight glasses (depending on how thirsty you are), garnish with a slice of fresh orange and enjoy.

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