There’s nothing quite like the cool, fruity bliss of a perfectly blended summer sipper – and Frosè – Frozen Rose Recipe nails it every time. It’s refreshingly simple, stunningly pink, and utterly delicious, making it your new go-to for those warm afternoons or casual get-togethers with friends.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
From the very first sip, this Frosè – Frozen Rose Recipe feels like a mini celebration. I love how easy it is to whip up yet how fancy it looks with just a few simple ingredients. Whether you're hosting a brunch or winding down your day, this frozen rose concoction hits all the right notes.
- Speedy Prep: You can have this drink ready in just minutes, perfect for when company shows up unexpectedly.
- Customizable Sweetness: Adjust the simple syrup or skip it entirely for your perfect balance of sweet and tart.
- Visual Appeal: That vibrant pink hue isn’t just pretty—it’s Insta-worthy and makes any event feel special.
- Versatility: Use your favorite rosé or even swap in white wine if you’re mixing things up.
Ingredients & Why They Work
Each ingredient in this Frosè – Frozen Rose Recipe plays a role in delivering that perfect balance between fruity, boozy, and refreshingly icy. You'll want fresh or frozen strawberries for natural sweetness, a good-quality rosé that you actually enjoy drinking, and a touch of simple syrup to smooth things out.
- Frozen strawberries: These bring natural sweetness and that lovely pink color, plus chill the cocktail without watering it down like ice.
- Rosé wine: Choosing a rosé you like sipping on its own guarantees the drink tastes fantastic; go dry or a touch sweet.
- Simple syrup: It balances out the tartness and lets you control how sweet or dry you want the drink.
- Lemon juice: This adds brightness and a bit of tang to keep things lively on the palate.
- Ice cubes: Just enough to get that frozen texture without diluting the flavors.
Make It Your Way
I always encourage you to treat this recipe as a canvas. Over time, I've played with adding herbs like basil or mint, and it elevates the drink beautifully. Don’t hesitate to tweak the sweetness or even add a cheeky splash of vodka if you want to kick things up a notch.
- Herbal infusion: Adding fresh mint or basil leaves before blending creates a wonderfully fresh twist I adore during hot summer nights.
- Extra kick: I sometimes add an ounce of vodka per serving, just enough to give it a bit more punch without overpowering the rosé’s delicate flavor.
- Sweetness swaps: Tried strawberry syrup instead of simple syrup once and it doubled the strawberry flavor – totally worth experimenting!
Step-by-Step: How I Make Frosè – Frozen Rose Recipe
Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients and Equipment
Get your frozen strawberries ready, pour out your rosé wine, prepare the simple syrup and lemon juice, and have your blender nearby. I find it helps to chill the glasses if you want the experience to be extra refreshing.
Step 2: Blend Until Smooth
Combine the frozen strawberries, rosé wine, simple syrup, lemon juice, and ice cubes in the blender. Pulse it for 30-60 seconds depending on your blender's power. You're aiming for a smooth, slushy texture without big chunks of ice. If it’s too thick, add a splash more rosé; too thin, a few more strawberries or ice.
Step 3: Pour and Garnish
Carefully pour your beautiful frosè into chilled glasses and garnish with a fresh or frozen strawberry. I love how this simple touch makes it look like you spent way more time crafting it than you did.
Top Tip
Making Frosè – Frozen Rose Recipe isn’t just about throwing ingredients in a blender – I’ve learned a few tricks to get it perfect every time. These tips saved me from a watered-down or overly sweet mess, so I’m happy to share!
- Blend in bursts: If your blender is on the weaker side, pulse in short bursts to avoid heating the mixture, which can turn it slushy rather than frozen.
- Use quality rosé: It really shines through because you’re not cooking or mixing strong flavors that overpower the wine.
- Adjust ice carefully: Too much ice can dilute flavors, so start with a few cubes and add more if needed.
- Don’t skip chilling glasses: It keeps the frosè colder longer and brings that perfectly refreshing experience to your first sip.
How to Serve Frosè – Frozen Rose Recipe
Garnishes
I typically keep it simple with fresh sliced strawberries perched on the rim or dropped right in the glass. If I’m feeling fancy, a small sprig of mint or edible flowers adds a lovely touch without extra fuss.
Side Dishes
Light bites like bruschetta with tomato and basil or a fresh goat cheese platter complement the fruity notes beautifully. For a casual gathering, I love pairing it with grilled shrimp skewers or a colorful summer salad.
Creative Ways to Present
For celebrations, I’ve served the frosè in elegant coupe glasses topped with a thin strawberry wheel and a tiny paper umbrella for that playful, party vibe. Another fun idea: freeze edible flowers inside ice cubes and add them to the drink for a surprising wow factor.
Make Ahead and Storage
Storing Leftovers
Since this is a frozen cocktail, leftovers don’t keep well once thawed. If you have any extra, pour it into a sealed container and pop it into the freezer, stirring it once every hour to prevent large ice crystals—this keeps the texture nicer if you want to enjoy it later.
Freezing
Freezing works best if done quickly. I like to portion out the frosè in single servings to freeze so I can thaw just what I need. Remember, the texture might be a bit grainier than freshly blended, but a quick re-blend fixes that.
Reheating
Reheating doesn’t really apply here since it’s a frozen drink, but if it freezes too solid, let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before stirring vigorously or blitzing in the blender again to restore a lovely slushy texture.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Using fresh strawberries is possible, but you should freeze them for a few hours before blending to get that ideal slushy texture without watering down the drink.
A rosé that you enjoy drinking on its own is ideal. Whether dry or slightly sweet, your preference will shine through, so pick a good-quality bottle rather than a bargain one.
Absolutely! Replace the rosé with a sparkling rosé non-alcoholic beverage or a chilled strawberry lemonade for a similar flavor profile without the alcohol.
Simple syrup is easy to make by heating equal parts sugar and water until the sugar dissolves completely, then cooling the syrup before use. It blends perfectly without gritty sugar granules.
Final Thoughts
Making the Frosè – Frozen Rose Recipe always feels like an act of celebration to me—a little moment of indulgence that's surprisingly easy to create. I hope you find as much joy crafting and sipping this cocktail as I do watching friends gather around and smile after their first taste. Go ahead, give it a try and toast to sunny days, good company, and delicious memories!
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Frosè – Frozen Rose Recipe
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Description
A refreshing and fruity frozen rosé cocktail made with frozen strawberries, rosé wine, and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for a hot day or a party, this easy-to-make frosè combines the flavors of summer in a smooth, icy drink.
Ingredients
Frosè Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- 2 cups rosé wine
- ¼ cup simple syrup
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4-5 ice cubes
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Put all ingredients into your blender including frozen strawberries, rosé wine, simple syrup, lemon juice, and ice cubes.
- Blend Smoothly: Blend the mixture until it reaches a smooth consistency, which should take around 60 seconds depending on your blender's power.
- Serve: Pour the frosè into glasses and garnish with strawberries for a decorative touch.
Notes
- You can substitute simple syrup with granulated sugar, strawberry syrup, or any preferred sweetener; omit if you prefer a less sweet drink.
- Use a rosé wine you enjoy drinking on its own, whether dry or sweet. White wine can be used if rosé is unavailable or disliked.
- For a stronger cocktail, add 1 ounce of vodka per serving; you might want extra ice to balance the additional alcohol.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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