When the forecast starts flirting with triple digits, a regular cocktail just isn’t going to cut it. Thankfully, restaurants across Greater Boston are serving up frozen drinks in every imaginable form, from classic frosé and piña coladas to soft serve mimosas, espresso martinis and even boozy tiramisu. Grab a straw, embrace the brain freeze and work your way through some of these glorious, ice cold concoctions.
Buttermilk & Bourbon – Soft Serve Mimosa
Some frozen drinks come and go with the seasons. Buttermilk & Bourbon‘s Soft Serve Mimosa has been delighting guests since day one. Blending a daily selection of sorbet with prosecco, this playful take on the brunch classic is served at both the Back Bay and Watertown locations; whether you’re stopping by for brunch or dinner, it’s always a good idea, especially when the temps are on the rise.
Capo – Frozen Aperol Spritz & Mudslide
No need to choose between a tried and true favorite and trying something new – Capo is bringing back its iconic Frozen Mudslide while adding a Frozen Aperol Spritz to the summer lineup. Blended with Aperol, prosecco and orange, the new addition offers a bright, citrusy counterpoint to the rich, creamy classic. So, whether you’re in the mood for dessert or aperitivo, there’s a frozen drink with your name on it.
Casa Verde – Frozen Margarita
There’s always room for a frozen margarita when the temperature starts to climb, and Casa Verde keeps things interesting with a rotating seasonal version. Whether you stick with a classic or catch one of the kitchen’s creative flavor combinations while it’s on the menu, it’s a refreshing excuse to settle in on the Jamaica Plain patio and let the heat do its thing.
Citrus & Salt – Jumbo Soft-Serve Margarita
Don’t worry about the brain freeze – Citrus & Salt‘s Jumbo Soft-Serve Marg is worth it. Made with Patrón and crowned with a towering swirl of boozy margarita soft serve, this playful cocktail is part frozen drink, part dessert and entirely designed for long summer afternoons with friends.
Faccia a Faccia – Sorbet & Rosé
Equal parts dessert and aperitivo, Faccia a Faccia‘s Sorbet & Rosé is as refreshing as it is beautiful. Sweet berries, herbaceous shiso and crisp sparkling wine come together in a frozen treat that’s perfect for patio sipping (or inside, air-conditioned sipping, if you prefer).
Fox & the Knife – Frosé
When the temps start creeping up toward triple digits, a frozen rosé feels less like a luxury and more like a necessity. Fox & the Knife‘s Frosé blends rosé with white peach, lemon and grapefruit for a bright, refreshing sip, with an optional coconut rum float if you’re looking to take your Southie staycation to the next level.
Hojoko – Frozen Piña Colada
When the heat is on, it’s hard to beat a frozen piña colada. Hojoko‘s Frozen Piña Colada blends Plantation Barbados rum, Wray & Nephew, pineapple, coconut and marshmallow fluff into a creamy, tropical cocktail that’s made for pretending you’re somewhere with palm trees.
The Hourly – Affogato Martini
Not every frozen cocktail comes from a blender. The Hourly‘s Affogato Martini tops a chilled espresso martini with vanilla gelato, creating a creamy, frozen finish that slowly transforms the drink from bold and boozy to smooth and sweet so you don’t have to choose between coffee or dessert.
Less Than Greater Than – Tiramisu
Cocktail or dessert? Less Than Greater Than‘s Tiramisu happily blurs the line. Inspired by the classic Italian treat, this frozen indulgence layers a coffee and vodka base with coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream and a dusting of cocoa for a rich, creamy finish that’s made for lingering over after dinner.
Lincoln Tavern – Frozen Blood Orange Spritz & Frozen Hugo Spritz
Whether you’re in the mood for something citrusy or something herbaceous, Lincoln Tavern has a frozen spritz with your name on it. The Frozen Blood Orange Spritz combines Martini & Rossi Fiero, Grey Goose vodka, blood orange, lemon and Champagne for a bittersweet, sun-soaked sip, while the Frozen Hugo Spritz blends St. Germain, Grey Goose vodka, mint, lemon and Champagne into a light, floral refresher. Either way, they’re a convincing excuse to linger over another round on the South Boston patio.
Northern Spy – Frosé
Rosé season gets the frozen treatment at Northern Spy, where the Frosé blends rosé, vodka and fresh strawberry or raspberry, depending on what’s in season. Fruity, frosty and just tart enough to keep you coming back for another sip, it’s the kind of drink that disappears long before the ice has a chance to melt.
Pier 6 – Peanut Butter Mudslide
A waterfront view and a frozen cocktail are a hard combo to beat, especially at Pier 6. Whether you go all in on the decadent Peanut Butter Mudslide with peanut butter tequila, coffee liqueur, ice cream and Hershey’s chocolate or opt for a refreshing Watermelon Frosé or Coconut Margarita, there’s something icy and refreshing waiting on the dock.
ReelHouse Marina Bay – Mudslides, Margaritas, Frosé & More
A frozen drink just hits differently when it comes with water views and ReelHouse Marina Bay has plenty of both. The lineup at this Quincy fave includes a Blueberry Lemonade, Watermelon Frosé, Peanut Butter Mudslide and Coconut Margarita, so whether you’re craving something fruity, tropical or downright decadent, there’s a frozen cocktail with your name on it.
Russell House Tavern – Frozen Piña Colada
Pineapple and coconut may be the stars of the show, but a splash of lime keeps Russell House Tavern‘s Frozen Piña Colada bright, balanced and refreshing. It’s a classic tropical cocktail that’s tailor-made for cooling off after a stroll through Harvard Square.
Saltie Girl – Frozen Espresso Martini
Cold brew may get all the attention in the summer, but Saltie Girl‘s Frozen Espresso Martini makes a pretty compelling case for frozen coffee cocktails. Rich, frosty and crowned with a cloud of whipped cream, it’s an icy pick-me-up that works just as well for happy hour as it does for dessert.
Shy Bird South Boston – Rocket Pop
Nothing says summer quite like chasing down the ice cream truck, and Shy Bird South Boston channels those carefree, school’s out vibes with its Rocket Pop. Tequila, blue curaçao and maraschino liqueur are topped with lime foam and cherry foam, creating a frozen cocktail inspired by the iconic red, white and blue popsicle. Equal parts playful and refreshing, it’s a grown-up throwback that’s almost too fun to drink.
State Park – Frozen Paloma & Cobra’s Fang
Some cocktails just taste better straight from the frozen drink machine. State Park keeps things interesting with rotating icy concoctions like a smoky Frozen Paloma with tequila, mezcal and grapefruit or the tropical Cobra’s Fang, made with Jamaican rum, passion fruit and just a whisper of absinthe. Grab one and head for the patio when the sun’s out.
State Street Provisions – Frozen Banana Mudslide
Dessert or cocktail? With State Street Provisions‘ Frozen Banana Mudslide, there’s no need to choose. Vanilla vodka, coffee liqueur, banana, maple and vanilla ice cream are blended into a rich, frosty treat that lands somewhere between a milkshake and an after-dinner drink. Creamy, nostalgic and just boozy enough, it’s a welcome way to take the edge off another sweltering summer day.
Stephanie’s on Newbury – Frozen Aperol Spritz
The Aperol Spritz has become synonymous with summer, and Stephanie’s on Newbury gives the Italian classic a frosty makeover. Blended with Aperol, Campari, prosecco and citrus, the Frozen Aperol Spritz is bright, bittersweet and built for lingering over on Newbury Street when the temperatures start to soar.
Yellow Door Taqueria – Frozen Margaritas
One of the best reasons to pop into the Yellow Door Taqueria of your choice (Lower Mills, South End or Providence) on a hot day is to see what’s whirling in the frozen drink machine. The restaurant keeps things fresh with weekly frozen cocktail specials, making every visit a chance to discover something new while cooling off with an icy sip.
