Thirsty Thursday: Sand in Your Shorts

Sand in your shorts. 

In the literal sense, über uncomfortable. Literally Hell on Earth. 

In the figurative (alcoholic) sense, fabulous! 

Really, though. This drink is delicious, and you're going to love it. Though there are a good number of ingredients, it's a very easy process. No shakers or any fancy equipment required. I'll get right to it. 

What you need (for 1):

**though the math isn't hard, it's even less hard when someone else does it for you. So, in parenthesis I've added how much you'll need for 4 (whether you want 4 for yourself or if you're going to share...)

- 1/2 ounce (2 ounces) Vodka

- 1/2 ounce (2 ounces) Triple Sec

- 1/2 ounce (2 ounces) Peach Schnapps

- 1/2 ounce (2 ounces) Midori Melon

- 1/2 ounce (2 ounces) Chambord Raspberry (or you can use Razzmatazz like I did, for an economical alternative)

- 5 ounces (20 ounces) Orange Juice

- 3 ounces (12 ounces) Cranberry Juice

- Ice

How to do it:

- Mix all of the ingredients together. Personally, I like to mix these in a measuring cup as opposed to the drinking glass, but that's a matter of preference. 

- Pour into a glass filled with ice.

- Garnish as desired. Cherries are delicious!

- Enjoy! Be careful not to drink it too fast.

Bonus Tip:

These are absolutely fabulous frozen. Especially On a hot summer day. 

Just pour the mixture into a freezable container and let it sit. I don't know how long this takes; I let it sit for 2 days, so it was good and solid. I would say let it sit overnight - don't rush it! When you're ready to eat it, scrape it with a thick metal spoon. Don't use a regular teaspoon; the metal will bend easily. 

At first, it will have the texture of shaved ice. This is great with a spoon. Or, you can let it sit for about 10 minutes and it will get a wonderful slushy texture, perfect with a straw. Have it whichever way you prefer! 

Stay fab!

Chloe