Introduction

These Mai Tai Slushy Pops are a refreshing adult treat perfect for warm days. Combining tropical juices with aged rum, they deliver a vibrant, boozy twist on the classic popsicle. Enjoy the bright, citrusy flavors and the fun slushy texture.

The image shows a metal tray filled with ice cubes and several yellow frozen popsicles in clear plastic sleeves, three standing upright inside a clear glass jar and two lying on the ice next to it. In front of the jar, there is a short glass filled with a yellow-orange drink and ice, decorated with a small pink paper umbrella. Around the tray, there are lime halves and fresh pineapple chunks, with a whole pineapple and a lime in the background. A blue paper umbrella is stuck in the ice near the popsicles. The setting is on a white marbled texture surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2/3 cup pineapple juice
2/3 cup fresh squeezed lime juice (from 6-7 limes)
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup aged or golden rum (or a blend of two rums)
1/4 cup orgeat*
Dash or two orange bitters

Instructions

Step 1: Combine all ingredients in a large glass measuring cup or bowl with a spout.
Step 2: Using a funnel, pour the mixture into ice pop bags, filling each to the printed fill line or within 3/4-inch of the top zip to allow room for expansion. Stir well before filling each bag to ensure even distribution.
Step 3: Seal the bags and place them standing up in a wide-mouth jar or glass if possible. This helps prevent air bubbles that form when lying flat.
Step 4: After 30 to 45 minutes of freezing, gently jostle the bags and invert them once or twice to mix and prevent separation.
Step 5: Freeze overnight until very firm. The pops will retain a slightly slushy consistency due to the alcohol and won’t become fully solid.

Tips & Variations

Substitute orgeat with almond syrup if unavailable, or make your own for a more authentic flavor.
For a non-alcoholic version, replace rum with pineapple or orange juice and omit bitters.
Use plastic molds instead of bags if preferred, adjusting the fill volume accordingly.

Storage

Store the Mai Tai Slushy Pops in the freezer for up to one week for best flavor and texture. To enjoy, let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before eating to soften slightly. They are best consumed frozen and not refrozen once thawed.

How to Serve

A rectangular metal tray filled with clear ice cubes holds five upright frozen yellow popsicles in clear plastic sleeves, arranged roughly from smallest to largest from bottom to top. Around the popsicles, there are fresh fruit pieces: two whole bright green limes and three lime halves placed on top of the ice, along with multiple triangular yellow pineapple slices with green skins positioned at the corners. A glass with an orange-yellow drink filled with ice and topped with a pink paper umbrella is placed on the left side of the tray. The tray rests on a white marbled textured surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use bottled lime juice instead of fresh lime juice?

Fresh lime juice is recommended for the best bright, tangy flavor, but bottled lime juice can be used in a pinch. Adjust the quantity to taste as bottled juice is often more concentrated or less vibrant.

Why don’t the pops become fully solid after freezing?

The alcohol content lowers the freezing point of the mixture, resulting in a slushy texture rather than a completely solid popsicle. This is intentional for a refreshing slushy effect.

Mai Tai Slushy Pops Recipe

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These Mai Tai Slushy Pops are a refreshing, boozy frozen treat perfect for warm days or fun gatherings. Combining tropical flavors of pineapple, lime, and orange juice with aged rum, orgeat syrup, and orange bitters, these pops offer an icy, slushy texture that captures the essence of the classic Mai Tai cocktail in a playful, portable format.

Author: Kai
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
Yield: 6 slushy pops 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Caribbean

Ingredients

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Liquid Ingredients

2/3 cup pineapple juice
2/3 cup fresh squeezed lime juice (from 6–7 limes)
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup aged or golden rum (or a blend of two rums)
1/4 cup orgeat syrup
Dash or two orange bitters

Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a large glass measuring cup or bowl with a spout, mix together pineapple juice, fresh lime juice, orange juice, aged rum, orgeat syrup, and orange bitters until well blended.
Fill Ice Pop Bags: Using a funnel, carefully pour the mixture into ice pop bags, filling up to the printed fill line or within 3/4-inch of the top zip to allow room for expansion. Stir the mixture well before filling each bag to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
Seal and Arrange for Freezing: Seal each bag tightly and place them standing upright in a wide-mouth jar or glass to freeze. Though you can lay them down, freezing standing up prevents air bubbles forming inside the pops.
Jostle and Invert During Freezing: After 30 to 45 minutes in the freezer, gently jostle and invert the bags once or twice. This prevents ingredient separation and keeps the texture consistent for a perfectly slushy treat.
Freeze Overnight: Allow the pops to freeze overnight until very firm. Due to the alcohol content, the pops maintain a slightly slushy consistency and won’t harden completely solid.

Notes

Orgeat syrup is a sweet almond-flavored syrup that adds a distinctive nutty sweetness; it can be found in specialty stores or online.
The slightly slushy texture is intentional to retain the refreshing feel and because alcohol lowers the freezing point.
For non-alcoholic versions, substitute rum with pineapple or orange juice, but results will differ in texture and flavor.
Ensure the ice pop bags are sealed tightly to prevent freezer burn or leaks.

Keywords: Mai Tai, Frozen Cocktail, Slushy Pops, Rum Popsicles, Tropical Popsicle, Summer Dessert, Adult Frozen Treat