Elderflower Gin Cocktail

Directions

1. 1Whisk the gin, elderflower liqueur, and grapefruit juice in a large pitcher.
2. 2Slowly add the tonic water to retain as much carbonation as possible.
3. 3Pour the mixture into the assembled Slushi container.
4. 4Select the SPIKED SLUSH setting and allow the machine to run for 35 minutes.

Tips

• Pour your base liquid at room temperature directly into the Slushi bowl, then let the machine do the work for 20-60 minutes without interruption.
• If your slush turns out too icy or grainy, you likely used too much citrus juice; dial back the grapefruit to 3 ounces next time.
• Stop the machine and taste around the 45-minute mark to check texture, since the final result depends on your machine's chill speed and your room temperature.

Variations

• Swap the grapefruit juice for fresh lime juice and add a half ounce of Campari for a bittersweet twist.
• Use elderflower tonic water instead of regular tonic and reduce the liqueur to 0.5 ounces so it stays balanced and not too sweet.
• Replace half the grapefruit juice with fresh lemon juice for a more tart, summery drink that pairs better with the floral notes.

FAQ

Can I use bottled grapefruit juice instead of fresh squeezed?

Yes, bottled works fine and actually gives consistent results since there's no pulp to clog the tap. Just pick one without added sugar if you can find it.

How long can I store elderflower gin slush in the machine?

Once it reaches the right texture, you can leave it in the bowl for a couple hours, but quality drops after that as it separates and refreezes unevenly.

Why didn't mine freeze into slush texture?

The most common reason is your kitchen is too warm, so the bowl never gets cold enough. Try running the machine longer, or check that your machine's cooling element is working properly.

Can I make this less boozy or less sweet?

Reduce the gin to 1.5 ounces and the elderflower liqueur to 0.5 ounces, then add more tonic water to keep the volume up. Taste after 30 minutes and adjust to your preference.

Nutrition

Per serving · makes about 4 servings · estimated