Flavored Icy Recipe

Measure and chill

If using canned fruit (lychee or pineapple), drain well. If using fresh fruit, peel, pit, and dice or slice so measured amounts are ready. Keep all fruit chilled until blending to maintain icy temperature.

If you prefer a sweeter icy, dissolve granulated sugar into the cold water by stirring before blending; alternatively use simple syrup for faster dissolving.

Add base to blender

Pour 1 cup cold water into the blender, add 1.5 cups ice, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (or 1 tbs simple syrup), and 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice.

Add flavor(s)

Add your chosen fruit flavor(s) to the blender. Use up to three flavors combined; use the listed quantity for each selected flavor (for example, 1/2 cup mango + 1/2 cup strawberry). If using coconut cream, add 2 tablespoons per serving chosen, which will make the icy creamier.

Pulse then blend

Pulse 3–4 times to break up large chunks, then blend on high for 30–45 seconds until the mixture is smooth and slushy. If texture is too thin, add 1/4 cup more ice and blend another 10–15 seconds. If too thick, add up to 2 tablespoons more cold water and pulse to combine.

Taste the icy and adjust sweetness or acidity: add up to 1 teaspoon extra sugar or 1/2 teaspoon extra lime juice as needed; blend briefly (5–10 seconds) to incorporate.

Pour the iced mixture into a chilled glass. Garnish with a mint sprig and/or a lime wheel if desired.

Serve immediately with a straw for best icy texture.