Looking for a fun, boozy way to beat the heat? Cool off with a “poptail,” aka a boozy Popsicle! Spiked pops are the ultimate grown-up way to cool off come summer, so we’ve rounded up some favorites that can really take the heat. Just remember to keep them away from the kiddos and enjoy responsibly!
Spicy Pineapple Margarita Paletas
Add some sizzle to your stick with this chile- and tequila-spiked frozen riff on a pineapple margarita from Goodtaste. Agave adds the sweetness to the tart pineapple while the lime tames the tequila’s bite. For a boozier presentation, serve upside down in a glass with an extra shot of tequila poured over it!
Miami Vice Boozy Popsicles
Strawberry daiquiri meets piña colada in this refreshing tropical combo from The Beach House Kitchen. Fresh strawberries and pineapple give the pops their fruity flavor, and an infusion of coconut cream and lime juice produces the creamy, luscious texture. Pool party, anyone?
Champagne Popsicles with St. Germain and Edible Flowers
St. Germain liqueur, with its floral and citrus notes, marries perfectly with sparkling wine to create this bubbly “poptail” from Cooking with Janica. The bottom of the mold is filled with a rainbow of edible flowers, such as violas, calendula, and bachelor’s buttons, resulting in a stunning end product that looks almost too pretty to eat.
Bailey’s Cookies-and-Cream Popsicles
Ready for dessert? Made with instant chocolate and vanilla puddings, Oreos, and Bailey’s Irish Cream, these dreamy pops dreamt up by Real Food by Dad are like a very grown-up cross between fudge pops and cookies-and-cream ice cream.
Salted Watermelon Margarita Popsicles
Love a refreshing agua fresca? These tequila-spiked pops from Recipes from a Pantry taste like a frozen version of the classic Mexican cooler—just be sure you use the ripest watermelon you can find, since there’s no added sugar in the recipe. And don’t forget the salt!
Boozy Sweet Peach Tea Popsicles
Enjoy your Southern sweet tea in pop form with these peach schnapps–flavored boozy treats, courtesy of Cookie Dough and Oven Mitt. They’re a fun, frozen twist on the sweet-sipping classic of summertime in the South.
DIY Rosé Popsicles
The only thing better than Rosé? Frozen Rosé pops! Something Turquoise tells you how to fill these single-serving freezer pouches with your favorite still or sparkling Rosé (you can even throw in a few berries if you’ve got them) and freeze until firm.
Strawberry Mojito Popsicles
Summer-ripened strawberries and fresh mint meet in these rum-soaked mojito-inspired pops from Paper & Stitch. Frozen in a base of pre-made strawberry lemonade, you could also swap in flavored La Croix to turn them into a sugar-free treat.
Jamaican me thirsty! Can’t wait to try these popsicle recipes. Thank you!