Mocktails & Alcohol-Free Slush
Giant Refresher Slush
20–25 min8–10 glasses
Virgin Hugo Slush
Fragrant elderflower cordial gives this non-alcoholic cooler a gentle floral aroma backed by crisp, bubbly lime. Inspired by the classic South Tyrolean aperitivo, it fits quiet backyard afternoons when you want something light without the buzz. The texture pours soft and snowy, ready for a sprig of slapped garden mint.
To make Virgin Hugo Slush in a slush machine, blend elderflower cordial, soda water, fresh lime juice, pour the mix into the machine and run the Slush / Frozen Drink program for about 20–25 minutes. This Mocktails & Alcohol-Free Slush recipe makes a full 2.4-litre batch — about 8–10 glasses — ready to serve straight from the tap.
- Time
- 20–25 min
- Servings
- 8–10 glasses
- Machine program
- Slush / Frozen Drink
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Machine program: Slush
Pour the mix in at room temperature or chilled — no ice needed. Select the program and let the machine work until the texture is right.
Ingredients
Batch size
Unchecked items only — tick off what you already have.
Instructions
Step 1
Pour all ingredients into the vessel.
Step 2
Select the Slush / Frozen Drink program.
Step 3
Wait until the slush reaches the perfect consistency – then serve!
Freeze timer
Freeze times vary with starting temperature — check at the first beep and give it 5 more minutes if it's still loose.
No slush machine? Add about 1 kg (8 cups) of ice and blend in batches until smooth.
Quick answers
How long does Virgin Hugo Slush take in a slush machine?
About 20–25 min on the Slush / Frozen Drink program. Mixing the base takes around 10 minutes — pre-chilled ingredients freeze noticeably faster.
How much does this Virgin Hugo Slush recipe make?
A full batch is 2.4 litres — about 8–10 glasses. Use the portion switch above for a 1-litre half batch or the exact amount per glass.
Is Virgin Hugo Slush alcohol-free?
Yes — this recipe contains no alcohol, so it works for kids, parties and designated drivers alike.
Can I make Virgin Hugo Slush without a slush machine?
Yes. Mix the same ingredients, add about 1 kg of ice and blend in batches until smooth. The texture is a little icier than from a machine, so serve it straight away.
Why won't my Virgin Hugo Slush freeze?
Almost always too much sugar or alcohol — or warm ingredients. A slush sets at roughly 120–160 g sugar per litre and under ~10% alcohol. Stick to the amounts above, chill everything first, and check your own tweaks in the will-it-freeze calculator.
