It's in the Bag! Frozen Tailgate Treats

Take your tailgate to the next level with these easy, crowd-pleasing cocktails with a frozen twist.

Tailgate Slushies in a Bag
Loading Video...
Show: HGTV Happy

Related To:

Tailgating season is upon us. Sure, a cooler full of beer will do the trick for most tailgaters, but why not bring some life to the party with a cooler full of assorted frozen cocktails. These happy hour how-tos will ensure a flavor-filled tailgate no matter what your taste is.

Field Goal Frosé

Photo by: Jalynn Baker

Jalynn Baker

This strawberry slush is sure to stun. All it takes to make this “go-team” treat are two cups of frozen strawberries, two tablespoons of honey, juice from half of a lemon and half of a bottle of rosé. Blend ingredients until the perfect slushie is achieved, and divvy into individual portions in small plastic bags. We find that 4x6-inch baggies work best. Squeeze out the excess air, throw in the cooler or freezer, and enjoy whenever and wherever.

Tropical Touchdown

Photo by: Jalynn Baker

Jalynn Baker

All it takes to make the perfect pineapple slush is one cup of frozen pineapple, one cup of frozen mango, a cup of pineapple juice and one-quarter cup of vodka. Once blended, transfer to the plastic bags. Straws are necessary, but the tiny umbrellas are completely optional (but highly recommended).

Bourbon Bootleg

Photo by: Jalynn Baker

Jalynn Baker

Score an automatic touchdown with this twist on a classic. Begin by freezing coke in an ice tray. Once frozen, combine 15 coke cubes with three ounces of whiskey. Blend until the mixture is creamy but not melted. Divvy up into separate plastic bags, and transfer to the cooler for a refreshing treat even the pickiest of drinkers will enjoy.

Photo by: Jalynn Baker

Jalynn Baker

Next Up

How to Create a Platter of Classic Finger Food Appetizers

Make entertaining easy by serving a sampler board of classic, easy-to-assemble savory bites such as spicy wings, sweet-and-sour meatballs, loaded potato skins and more.

Halloween Shimmering Cherry Mocktail or Cocktail Recipe

This bewitching concoction combines the deep, rich flavor of cherry with lime and presents a touch of eerie elegance with its shimmering appearance. Perfect for Halloween parties or simply indulging in the supernatural flavor of dark cherry.

Big-Batch Cocktails: Ginger Grapefruit Bourbon Sour

Citrus flavors and bourbon come together to create a summery cocktail.

Big-Batch Cocktails: Fireball Sangria

Entertaining a large group before the big game? Try this crowd-pleasing sangria and serve it in a DIY football drink dispenser.

Big-Batch Cocktails: Peach Sweet Tea Punch

Give a classic summer drink a boozy kick with this simple recipe.

Strawberry Mojito Recipe

Fresh strawberries and tart lemons lend a sweet and fruity twist to the classic mojito.

Festive Holiday Citrus Spritzer Recipe

The best part of this drink is the edible glitter rim. Sweet citrus and tasty mint pair perfectly in this festive party cocktail.

Zuzu's Peach Sparkler

Greet party guests with this beautiful, fruity cocktail, made with cognac, peach schnapps, simple syrup and crushed fresh peaches, lemon and orange.

Vanilla Cherry Bomb Cocktail

Our grown-up twist on the classic cherry cola combines cherry-infused vanilla vodka and liquor-soaked maraschino cherries for a quick cocktail sure to be a crowd pleaser.

Big-Batch Cocktail: Boozy Berry Patch Lemonade

Hosting a crowd? Combine summer's favorite fruits — blackberries and strawberries — with whiskey and tart lemonade for a not-too-sweet sip that tastes like summer in a glass. Serve this big-batch cocktail in a punch bowl, pitcher or large beverage dispenser so guests can help themselves and you can actually enjoy the party!

What's New in Handmade

On TV

Follow Us Everywhere

Join the party! Don't miss HGTV in your favorite social media feeds.