Try these refreshing alcoholic ice cream recipes for one of the hottest days of summer 

Summer is in full swing, and here at Tipsy Scoop, we want to provide you with the best alcoholic ice cream recipes to guarantee a fun-filled and festive 4th of July. Whether you are going to the beach, sitting by the pool, or enjoying time with the family, our alcohol-infused ice cream is sure to be a hit. So, today we are breaking down the best of our summer-inspired ice cream recipes from our cookbook, Tipsy Scoop’s Latest & Greatest Recipes. Keep reading to find out how you can make alcoholic ice cream that will have you coming back for seconds—or maybe even thirds! 

Watermelon Mint Margarita Sorbet

What’s better than the refreshing taste of watermelon on a hot summer day? 

Watermelon is a staple fruit—not only 4th of July but for the entire summer. This sorbet flavor is no exception. Our Watermelon Mint Margarita Sorbet is sure to be the perfect sweet treat for you and your guests. So, let's find out how you can make this delicious booze-infused sorbet for the 4th of July weekend. 

1. Remove seeds from 3 cups of watermelon and purée in a blender or food processor until smooth. Set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine watermelon purée with 2 cups of simple syrup and stir.
3. Combine watermelon purée with 1 cup of tequila, ⅓ cup of mint syrup, and ¼ cup of lemon juice.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
5. Freeze the mixture in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
6. Transfer the sorbet into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 8 hours before serving. 

Tipsy Scoop Serving Suggestion

Once you’ve made your Watermelon Mint Margarita Sorbet, you can easily elevate it with a few simple steps. Start by placing two scoops of the fully frozen sorbet into a white bowl. Next, top with green jelly bean “seeds.” Now you have your very own 4th of July-inspired Tipsy Scoop sundae in the comfort of your own home! 

Raspberry Limoncello Sorbet 

A twist on a classic Italian liqueur 

Here at Tipsy Scoop, Limoncello is one of our favorite Italian liqueurs, so much so that it was the inspiration behind our next recipe!  Our Raspberry Limoncello Sorbet is the perfect mix between tart and sweet that can transport us to an Italian villa. Here is how you can make this delightful sorbet this summer for you and anyone you may be entertaining this 4th of July: 

1. Purée 6 cups of raspberries, 1 cup of simple syrup, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice in a blender or food processor until smooth.
2. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a large mixing bowl. Press down with a rubber spatula to extract as much liquid as possible.
3. Stir in 2 cups of Limoncello and 1 cup of filtered water into a bowl with raspberry purée.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
5. Freeze the mixture in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
6. Transfer the sorbet into freezer-safe containers and freeze for at least 8 hours before serving. 

Tipsy Scoop Serving Suggestion 

To turn your new favorite sorbet flavor into a festive 4th of July cocktail, use a melon baller to fill a champagne flute with rounded scoops. Pour over chilled Limoncello and garnish with blueberries and whip cream. 

Cake Batter Vodka Martini 

Who needs cake when you have cake batter flavored alcoholic ice cream? 

Before you dip your toe in the pool this 4th of July, fire up your ice cream machine and indulge in our Cake Batter Vodka Martini ice cream. This flavor is perfect for any celebration, from birthdays to barbeques!

1. In a large mixing bowl combine 6 cups of Ice Cream Mix, ½ cup of whipped cream vodka, ¼ cup of amaretto, and ¼ cup of white chocolate liqueur, and stir.
2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
3. Freeze the mixture in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions, until it has a gelato-like consistency.
4. Transfer the ice cream into a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 8 hours before serving.

Tipsy Scoop Serving Suggestion 

To recreate our Cake Batter Vodka Martini Sundae with a 4th of July twist, start by scooping your hardened ice cream into small red bowls. Top with red and blue sprinkles- extra credit if you add edible glitter too! 

Piña Colada

Transport to a tropical island with this summer-inspired flavor 

We knew we had to make an alcoholic ice cream flavor inspired by the most popular summer cocktail. This creamy pineapple ice cream infused with coconut rum will make you feel like you’re at a tropical island for the summer, even if you’re just sitting on your fire escape!

1. Purée ½ cup of fresh pineapple chunks in a blender or food processor. 
2. In a large mixing bowl combine puréed pineapple with 1 cup of coconut milk and whisk together.
3. Add 2 cups of simple syrup and 1 cup of Blue Chair Bay Coconut Rum and stir.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
5. Freeze the mixture in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions, until it has a gelato-like consistency.
6. Transfer the ice cream into freezer-safe containers and freeze for at least 8 hours before serving.

Tipsy Scoop Serving Suggestion 

To “wow” your guests at your 4th of July party, be sure to elevate this Piña Colada treat. Start by scooping the ice cream into a cocktail glass. Then, garnish with strawberries and a blue drink umbrella. 

As you start to plan out your 4th of July celebration you may also want to start thinking about the presentation of your ice cream. We suggest creating a boozy sundae station for your guests with an assortment of Tipsy Scoop ice creams and colorful 4th of July toppings. If you want to take your celebration one step further, upgrade to a float bar with Prosecco and your favorite craft beers. 

If you’re looking for even more boozy recipes this summer, be sure to check out our cookbook. We love to see all of your creations so be sure to tag us @tipsyscoop to show off your summer ice cream!