When temps reach 90 or above, we don’t need just a cold drink, we need a frozen one. From boozy cocktails to spiked milkshakes, we lined up the best spots for you to cool off and chill out in Charlotte and beyond. Cheers!
Uptown and Plaza Midwood
Fahrenheit
222 S Caldwell St. 21st Floor
What to order: Milkshake of the week, or a flavored frozen margarita
The scoop: The skyline view isn’t the only sweet part about a visit to Fahrenheit. Their milkshake of the day can be converted into a spiked “adult version”.
Noble Smoke
2216 Freedom Dr.
What to order: Frozen Pain Killer
The scoop: The perfect summer drink. Made with orange juice, pineapple juice, coconut cream, nutmeg, Captain Morgan and Carolina Muddy River Distillery rum.
The Royal Tot
933 Louise Ave Suite 350
What to order: Dole whip with a rum float
The scoop: Known for its tropical drinks, The Royal Tot has a variety of frozen cocktails to help keep you cool this summer. Some of our favorites include Dole Whip with a rum float, a smooth and creamy pineapple treat that also happens to be vegan, Mezcal Piña Colada, and a Strawberry Daiquiri with Aged Puerto Rican Rum.
South End
The Waterman Fish Bar
2729 South Blvd suite d (South end), 9615 Bailey Rd, Cornelius (Lake Norman)
What to order: Watermelon Wreck
The scoop: Waterman Fish Bar, located in South End and now in Lake Norman, offers two ways to get your frozen drink fix. Try the Watermelon Wreck, made with Hornitos Plata Tequila, Watermelon Pucker, coconut, watermelon, citrus, and grenadine, or Bourbon Slush Fund, made with Jim Beam Bourbon, black tea, orange juice, and lemonade.
Hoppin’
1402 Winnifred St.
What to order: A frozen margarita with your choice of flavor
The scoop: Head to Hoppin’ for $7 frozen margarita’s every Tuesday to keep your cool this summer.
Superica
101 W Worthington Ave #100
What to order: Frozen Margarita
The scoop: In South End, hang out on the patio while enjoying Tex-Mex dishes and frozen margaritas.
NoDa
Spindle Bar (Optimist Hall)
1115 N Brevard St.
What to order: Miami Vice, a mix of piña colada and strawberry daiquiri
The scoop: Take a trip to Optimist Hall not just for all the delicious food options but also frozen cocktails from Spindle Bar.
Billy Sunday
1115 N Brevard St. UNIT 1
What to order: Order the ‘Could Be Fun’
The scoop: Cool off with this summery drink that’s topped off with a full popsicle. Ilegal Mexcal, salted watermelon, lime, Topo Chico, salt, and a watermelon popsicle.
Bargarita
3221 N Davidson St.
What to order: A frozen margarita
The scoop: In NoDa, indulge in frozen margaritas while feasting on all the barbecue and tacos your heart desires. They also have frozen piña coladas, strawberry daiquiris, and frosé.
Salud Cerveceria
3306-C N Davidson St.
What to order: The Seltzer Slushy on tap
The scoop: This laid back NoDa brewpub features seltzer slushies on tap that are sure to keep you cool in this heat. When you visit, be sure to check their menu for the featured flavor.
Free Range Brewing
2320 N Davidson St.
What to order: Guava Lemonade Slushee
The scoop: Lemonade lovers, rejoice. Order the Guava Lemonade Slushee for all the tropical fruity goodness you can handle.
Cabo Fish Taco
3201 N Davidson St. (NoDa), 11611 N Community House Rd. (Ballantyne)
What to order: A Frozen Blueberry Margarita
The scoop: Choose from a variety of margarita flavors, from classic lime to sweet and fruity. Try any margarita on the menu frozen for just $1 more.
SouthPark
The Cowfish
4310 Sharon Rd.
What to order: The ‘Peanut Butter Nana Time’ (spiked) or The ‘Gimme More S’more Shake’ (non-alcoholic)
The scoop: Enjoy your Burgushi with a spiked milkshake ($15) at Cowfish. Our pick is the Peanut Butter Nana Time crafted with Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka, banana liqueur, ice cream, fresh banana and peanut butter cups. Not wanting yours spiked? Try the summer favorite, Gimme More S’more Shake, with vanilla bean ice cream hand-spun with double dark chocolate, mallow cream and crunchy graham crackers ($9).
Cantina 1511
4271 Park Rd. (SouthPark), 12330 Johnston Rd. (Ballantyne)
What to order: Casa Cantina
The scoop: There’s nothing quite like a delicious frozen marg on a hot summer’s day. Try the Casa Cantina, made with El Jimador Blanco, lime juice, orange juice, and sour mix. Available frozen or on the rocks.
Cordial
1824 Roxborough Rd.
What to order: The Twin Flame
The scoop: A refreshing, yet unique mixture of Appleton Rum, Los Vecinos Mezcal, Piña Colada, Frozen Guava and flame.
Dilworth & Myers Park
Ru Ru’s Tacos & Tequila
715 Providence Rd.
What to order: Their house frozen margarita flavored with strawberry, blueberry, mango or peach
The scoop: If a margarita’s what you’re craving, enjoy RuRu’s patio with a frozen one in hand. Have it made traditional, or blending with flavor.
Kid Cashew
1608 East Blvd
What to order: Vegan Kid Colada.
The scoop: Delicious Mediterranean food paired with a refreshing frozen cocktail, need we say more? Choose from their summer list of frozen drinks including their Vegan Kid Colada, Prickly Pear Margarita, and Sour Strawberry Margarita.
Dilworth Tasting Room
300 E Tremont Ave (Dilworth), 4905 Ashley Park Ln Suite J (SouthPark)
What to order: DTR Frosé
The scoop: This Dilworth favorite has the summer drink we’re always craving — frosé. At DTR, Grey Goose Essences Watermelon & Basil, St. Germain, fresh lemon & French Rosé wine. Served at both DTR locations.
Ru San’s
2440 Park Rd.
What to order: The ‘Rising Sun’ or ‘Saturday Fever’
The scoop: This Dilworth favorite for one-of-a-kind sushi rolls also has a unique spin on sake. Try their frozen sake cocktails: the Rising Sun with strawberry, sweet sour and sake, and Saturday Fever with piña colada, sweet sour and sake for $6.50.
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar
Multiple locations
What to order: Drunky Elvis Spiked Shake
The scoop: Feel like the King with this icey cold drink. Featuring Skrewball Peanut Butter whiskey, creamy peanut butter, chocolate, banana, and walnuts hand-spun with ice cream. It’ll leave you coming back for more.
LKN & University
Hello, Sailor
20210 Henderson Rd., Cornelius
What to order: Coconut Mojito
The scoop: Enjoy beautiful lake views at Hello, Sailor’s outdoor tiki bar while sipping on a frozen drink such as their Piña Colada, Strawberry Daiquiri, Miami Vice, or our newest favorite, their frozen Coconut Mojito.
Eddie’s on Lake Norman
643 Williamson Rd., Mooresville
What to order: Malibu Colada or Frozen Key Lime Pie
The scoop: At Eddie’s on Lake Norman, you’ll feel like you’re worlds away from reality when ordering a number of vacation-like frozen drinks. View all of their frozen drink options options here.
Boardwalk Billy’s
9005 J M Keynes Dr #2, University City
What to order: Strawberry Frozen Daquiri
The scoop: In University, find a spot on the patio and choose from Boardwalk Billy’s frozen cocktail options. You’ll find classic frozen daiquiri’s (strawberry, raspberry, mango, peach, or banana) and frozen fruity margarita’s (strawberry, mango, peach, raspberry or watermelon).
Coming Soon
Co-Op Frosé and Eatery
340 W Tremont Ave., Unit 110
What to order: Frosé
The scoop: Coming soon to South End is this Charleston-based eatery known for its rosé slushies. Expect gourmet sandwiches and salads, coffee and breakfast options, and world famous Frosé.
And Worth a Trip
Rocky River Vineyards
11685 Reed Mine Rd., Midland
What to order: Wine slushy flight
The scoop: Wine Slushy Wednesday is back this year! Enjoy a cold wine slushie for just $5 every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at this vineyard located in Midland, NC.
Treehouse Vineyards
301 Bay St., Monroe
What to order: Wine slushy
The scoop: For the wine-lovers, Treehouse Vineyards lets you create your own slushy from your pick of their wines. Enjoy on the beautiful vineyard grounds or in rented treehouses on the property.
Pilot Mountain Vineyards
1162 Bradley Rd., Pinnacle
What to order: A wine slush
The scoop: Head to the mountains to visit Pilot Mountain Vineyards, where you can sit and enjoy the view while sipping on a frozen wine slush.
