Frozen Sangria Slush
By Marty Cole · June 19, 2026
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Backyard dinner with the neighbors is where this Frozen Sangria Slush in the Ninja Slushi became a regular. Red wine, brandy, and orange juice freeze into a slushy, fruity drink that drinks like the pitcher sangria from your favorite tapas spot, minus the warm wine. My neighbor Linda said it was dangerous, then poured herself a second one to confirm. For the adults at the party. Use a fruity dry red you'd actually sip, nothing too tannic or oaky, because the cold mutes wine and a harsh bottle turns bitter once it's frozen.
Your machine size
Slushi 64 oz (Standard) · quantities scaled ×1
Ingredients
- Dry Red Wine24 oz
- Brandy4 oz
- Orange Juice6 oz
- Simple Syrup4 oz
- Cold Water10 oz
- Orange Sliceoptional1 garnish
Makes ~50 oz · est. 10.1% ABV
Directions
- 1Stir the red wine, brandy, orange juice, simple syrup, and water in a pitcher.
- 2Keeping the spirit ratio modest helps it freeze into a slush.
- 3Pour the mixture into the Slushi vessel below the fill line.
- 4Seal the lid and start the SPIKED SLUSH preset.
- 5Let it churn until thick, about 42 minutes.
- 6Dispense and garnish with an orange slice and berries.
Tips
- Pour your chilled base into the Slushi bowl right before starting the machine; the colder your liquid, the faster it'll reach that perfect slushy texture.
- Check the consistency around the 20-minute mark by looking through the bowl window; you're aiming for a texture that scoops easily but still flows slightly.
- Use a wooden or silicone scoop when dispensing, as metal can scratch the chilling surface inside the bowl.
Variations
- Swap brandy for Cointreau or another orange liqueur to deepen the citrus notes without changing the base technique.
- Make a white sangria version by using dry white wine instead of red, keeping all other proportions the same.
FAQ
- Can I use room temperature wine and juice, or do they need to be cold first?
- Colder is better. Start with chilled or refrigerated ingredients to help the machine reach slush consistency faster, typically within 20-30 minutes instead of closer to an hour.
- What if my mixture won't freeze into slush after 45 minutes?
- The liquid might be too warm or too sweet. Try using colder ingredients next time, and make sure you're not adding extra sugar beyond the simple syrup called for in the recipe.
- How long can I keep the finished slush in the machine before it melts?
- The Slushi bowl will keep the slush frozen for about 30 minutes after the cycle ends; pour any leftovers into a freezer-safe container if you want to store it longer.
- Can I make this less boozy or skip the brandy entirely?
- Yes, you can reduce brandy or omit it, but you may need to add a bit more orange juice or simple syrup to maintain the right balance of flavor and freezing point.
Nutrition
Per serving · makes about 3 servings · estimated
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Meet Marty Cole
I'm a home cook who got a little obsessed with the Ninja Slushi and Creami. I test every recipe in my own kitchen on a real machine, dial in the texture, and only post the ones my family actually finishes.
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