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Sneaky Pete Drink

Sneaky Pete Drink

This Sneaky Pete drink recipe is a refreshing frozen vodka slush made with lemonade, orange juice, strong tea, and a little sugar. Freeze the mixture ahead, then scoop it into a glass and finish with Sprite or 7UP for a cold, fizzy drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Drinks
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 12-ounce can frozen lemonade
  • 1 12-ounce can frozen orange juice
  • 1 cup strong brewed tea cooled
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 1¼ cups vodka
  • 3½ cups water
  • Sprite or 7UP for serving

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Large spoon or whisk
  • Freezer-safe container
  • Freezer
  • Serving glasses
  • Spoon or scoop

Method
 

  1. Mix the frozen drink base: Add the frozen lemonade, frozen orange juice, cooled strong tea, sugar, vodka, and water to a large bowl.
  2. Stir well: Mix everything until the sugar is incorporated and the ingredients are evenly combined.
  3. Freeze the mixture: Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and place it in the freezer until it becomes a scoopable slush.
  4. Prepare a serving: Once frozen, fill a glass about two-thirds full with the Sneaky Pete frozen mixture.
  5. Add the soda: Pour Sprite or 7UP over the frozen slush until the glass is full.
  6. Give it a gentle stir: Mix just enough to combine the fizzy soda with the frozen citrus mixture.
  7. Serve immediately: Enjoy the drink while it is cold and slushy.

Notes

Recipe Tips

Cool the tea before mixing: This keeps the frozen mixture from starting warm.
Keep the soda out of the freezer mixture: Sprite or 7UP is added when each drink is served, which keeps the finished cocktail fizzy.
Let the slush soften slightly if needed: If it freezes very hard, leave it out for a few minutes before scooping.
Make it alcohol-free: Leave out the vodka for a non-alcoholic version.
Make it ahead: The frozen base can be prepared before your gathering, so individual drinks only need to be scooped and topped with soda.

Serving Tip

Use about two-thirds frozen slush and finish the glass with Sprite or 7UP. This gives the drink its icy texture with a light, fizzy finish.

Storage

Keep the frozen mixture covered in the freezer until you're ready to serve. If it becomes very firm, let it soften slightly at room temperature so it is easier to scoop.

Important Note

This recipe contains alcohol when made with vodka. The frozen texture and citrus flavor can make the alcohol less noticeable, so serve responsibly.