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Frozen Drinks to Try During D.C.’s Last Weeks of Summer

16 slushy cocktails to beat this August heat

by Vinciane Ngomsi and Tierney Plumb
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Tiki TNT’s Coca-Cola slushie spiked with Captain Morgan spiced rum is a top seller since day one.
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by Vinciane Ngomsi and Tierney Plumb

Good news: Fall-themed decor and fare will be here before we know it. Bad news: That means summer is coming to an end. Before welcoming all things apple and pumpkin, let’s properly bid adieu to the season by trying one of the many frozen cocktails around D.C.

Cool down with these 16 must-try slushies, from fabulous frosés to chilled Negronis and everything in between.

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Millie's

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Family-friendly Millie’s is renowned for its frosé on tap. Rosé blends with vodka, strawberry, and lemon that results in a creamy and refreshing beverage you’ll crave year-round.

4866 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016
202-733-5789
202-733-5789

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Electric Cool-Aid

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When a spot’s specialty is frozen drinks, then you’re in good hands. While daylight is still on our side, head to this Shaw favorite and sample one of dozen frozen drinks from its robust offerings.

512 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
(202) 921-9021
(202) 921-9021
A can of sparkling frose from Electric Cool-Aid
A can of sparkling frose from Electric Cool-Aid.
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Mi Casa

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Dupont’s Mexican mainstay offers frozen cocktails year-round, and there’s currently two tropical options on the menu to help wind down on those steamy summer nights. Try the “Coco Loco” with Sauza Hacienda silver tequila, Velvet Falarnum, coconut, cilantro, agave or the “Mi Piña,” made of tequila, pineapple, cinnamon, agave, and lime.

1647 20th St NW (at R St NW), Washington, D.C. 20009
(202) 450-4595
(202) 450-4595

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The Commodore DC

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Dupont’s “five-star dive” with a sizable patio celebrates summer with a tall “frozé” at the ready ($12). And whenever D.C. temperatures hit 100 degrees, the icy elixir gets discounted to $10.

1636 17th St NW (btwn Corcoran & R St NW), Washington, D.C. 20009
(202) 525-5309
(202) 525-5309
A tall pink cocktail with a straw
The Commodore’s tall frosé.
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Tag Rooftop Bar

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Situated in the heart of Dupont, the Ven at Embassy Row hotel’s 9th-floor rooftop bar is in full swing this summer with slushy poolside drinks like a margarita and bright berry cocktail made with Jennifer Lopez’s Delola Spritz. During happy hour (Monday to Thursday, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.), frozen margs are just $5 each.

2015 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, District of Columbia 20036
The frozen marg and berry spritz at Tag Rooftop Bar.
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Petite Cerise

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Bar director Daniel Todd latest frozen cocktail on the menu is the “Frozen Kir” ($15), a slushie cocktail featuring white wine, Giffard’s creme de cassis noir, and lemon.

1027 7th St NW (at L St NW), Washington, D.C. 20001
(202) 977-4550
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Hiraya

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H Street’s trendy Filipino dining spot recruited Jo-Jo Valenzuela, co-owner of Tiki on 18th and The Game Sports Pub, to recreate its cocktail menu. The new spread features a frosé made with rosé, “fun strawberry funk,” and sweet lime.

1110 Vermont Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20005

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Pascual

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The recently opened Mexican restaurant from the Popal Group on Capitol Hill boasts a wide range of frozen margs. Their current offering is a concoction made with reposado tequila, orange Curacao, lime, guava, cucumber, and hibiscus.

732 Maryland Avenue Northeast, Washington, District of Columbia 20002

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Tiki TNT & Potomac Distilling Company

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Bring island vibes to the Wharf while sipping on beach-friendly drinks at Tiki TNT. The frozen rum “in” Coke ($15) is always a crowd favorite and drops to $10 during happy hour.

1130 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024
(202) 900-4786
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BrightonWharf

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The Wharf sports bar’s frozen drinks machine churns out a tasty “Chacho-Rita” all summer, rotating in watermelon or lavender flavors with fiery Chacho’s jalapeño aguardiente, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup. The $14 drink falls to $10 during weekday happy hour from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

949 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024
(202) 735-5398
(202) 735-5398
A pink cocktail with a bottle of spirits
Brighton’s vibrant Chacho-Rita comes in a glass orb.
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ilili

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Cool down with an Aperol Spritz’sicle at ilili DC, beverage director Rachid Hdouche’s rendition of an Aperol spritz. Available during brunch, this cocktail features sparkling wine with the addition of an Aperol popsicle, and ideal for sipping alongside its Lebanese meze menu.

100 District Sq SW, Washington, D.C. 20024

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Hi/Fi Taco

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Happy hour at Hi/Fi runs every Tuesday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. During that time, frozen drinks are half-off. Couple that with “Kitchen Sink” nachos or tacos and it’s the perfect combination.

1401 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, D.C. 20003

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The Salt Line

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The Salt Line draws hungry crowds thanks to a seafood-centric menu that boasts the best of New England fare. But don’t skip the cocktails, specifically the frozen DC Crush or Del Shandy’s. The first is made with vodka, orange rum, orange juice, and lime. In the second is vodka, Narragansett Del’s Shandy, and lemonade.

4040 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203
(703) 566-2075
(703) 566-2075

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Colada Shop

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With locations in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, you don’t have to travel far to find a Colada Shop. Named after a single by the late Cuban singer Celia Cruz, “La Negra Tiene Tumbao” ($13) blends rum, pineapple, coconut cream, coconut milk, and fernet.

10 Pearl St SW, Washington, D.C. 20024
(202) 932-2980
(202) 932-2980

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Nicoletta Pizzeria

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The fast-casual pizza spot from the team behind Osteria Morini and Cucina MORINI offers the perfect grab-and-go option, with nonalcoholic strawberry, blue raspberry and mango frozen lemonades. Perfect for the littles, it can be made boozy for adults with vodka, gin, run, bourbon, or tequila.

301 Water St SE, Washington, D.C. 20003
(202) 524-3300
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Osteria Morini

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Quench any thirst with a frozen Negroni. A refreshing twist on the classic cocktail, this tasty delight blends gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, and a splash of citrus guaranteed to make anyone a permanent believer.

301 Water St SE, Washington, D.C. 20003
(202) 484-0660
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Cork

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Logan Circle’s beloved wine bar turns to its ripe inventory of rosé to whip up a fine frosé, joined by vodka, orange liqueur, and strawberries ($18).

1720 14th St NW (btw R & S), Washington, D.C. 20009
(214) 780-0373
(214) 780-0373
The Cork Frosé overlooking the 14th Street NW corridor.
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Millie's

4866 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016

Family-friendly Millie’s is renowned for its frosé on tap. Rosé blends with vodka, strawberry, and lemon that results in a creamy and refreshing beverage you’ll crave year-round.

4866 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016
202-733-5789
202-733-5789

Electric Cool-Aid

512 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20001

When a spot’s specialty is frozen drinks, then you’re in good hands. While daylight is still on our side, head to this Shaw favorite and sample one of dozen frozen drinks from its robust offerings.

512 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
(202) 921-9021
(202) 921-9021
A can of sparkling frose from Electric Cool-Aid
A can of sparkling frose from Electric Cool-Aid.
Rey Lopez/Eater D.C.

Mi Casa

1647 20th St NW (at R St NW), Washington, D.C. 20009

Dupont’s Mexican mainstay offers frozen cocktails year-round, and there’s currently two tropical options on the menu to help wind down on those steamy summer nights. Try the “Coco Loco” with Sauza Hacienda silver tequila, Velvet Falarnum, coconut, cilantro, agave or the “Mi Piña,” made of tequila, pineapple, cinnamon, agave, and lime.

1647 20th St NW (at R St NW), Washington, D.C. 20009
(202) 450-4595
(202) 450-4595

The Commodore DC

1636 17th St NW (btwn Corcoran & R St NW), Washington, D.C. 20009

Dupont’s “five-star dive” with a sizable patio celebrates summer with a tall “frozé” at the ready ($12). And whenever D.C. temperatures hit 100 degrees, the icy elixir gets discounted to $10.

1636 17th St NW (btwn Corcoran & R St NW), Washington, D.C. 20009
(202) 525-5309
(202) 525-5309
A tall pink cocktail with a straw
The Commodore’s tall frosé.
Sam Sanchez

Tag Rooftop Bar

2015 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, District of Columbia 20036

Situated in the heart of Dupont, the Ven at Embassy Row hotel’s 9th-floor rooftop bar is in full swing this summer with slushy poolside drinks like a margarita and bright berry cocktail made with Jennifer Lopez’s Delola Spritz. During happy hour (Monday to Thursday, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.), frozen margs are just $5 each.

2015 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, District of Columbia 20036
The frozen marg and berry spritz at Tag Rooftop Bar.
Jordan Naber/Tag Rooftop Bar

Petite Cerise

1027 7th St NW (at L St NW), Washington, D.C. 20001

Bar director Daniel Todd latest frozen cocktail on the menu is the “Frozen Kir” ($15), a slushie cocktail featuring white wine, Giffard’s creme de cassis noir, and lemon.

1027 7th St NW (at L St NW), Washington, D.C. 20001
(202) 977-4550
(202) 977-4550

Hiraya

1110 Vermont Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20005

H Street’s trendy Filipino dining spot recruited Jo-Jo Valenzuela, co-owner of Tiki on 18th and The Game Sports Pub, to recreate its cocktail menu. The new spread features a frosé made with rosé, “fun strawberry funk,” and sweet lime.

1110 Vermont Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20005

Pascual

732 Maryland Avenue Northeast, Washington, District of Columbia 20002

The recently opened Mexican restaurant from the Popal Group on Capitol Hill boasts a wide range of frozen margs. Their current offering is a concoction made with reposado tequila, orange Curacao, lime, guava, cucumber, and hibiscus.

732 Maryland Avenue Northeast, Washington, District of Columbia 20002

Tiki TNT & Potomac Distilling Company

1130 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024

Bring island vibes to the Wharf while sipping on beach-friendly drinks at Tiki TNT. The frozen rum “in” Coke ($15) is always a crowd favorite and drops to $10 during happy hour.

1130 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024
(202) 900-4786
(202) 900-4786

BrightonWharf

949 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024

The Wharf sports bar’s frozen drinks machine churns out a tasty “Chacho-Rita” all summer, rotating in watermelon or lavender flavors with fiery Chacho’s jalapeño aguardiente, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup. The $14 drink falls to $10 during weekday happy hour from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

949 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024
(202) 735-5398
(202) 735-5398
A pink cocktail with a bottle of spirits
Brighton’s vibrant Chacho-Rita comes in a glass orb.
Tierney Plumb/Eater DC

ilili

100 District Sq SW, Washington, D.C. 20024

Cool down with an Aperol Spritz’sicle at ilili DC, beverage director Rachid Hdouche’s rendition of an Aperol spritz. Available during brunch, this cocktail features sparkling wine with the addition of an Aperol popsicle, and ideal for sipping alongside its Lebanese meze menu.

100 District Sq SW, Washington, D.C. 20024

Hi/Fi Taco

1401 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, D.C. 20003

Happy hour at Hi/Fi runs every Tuesday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. During that time, frozen drinks are half-off. Couple that with “Kitchen Sink” nachos or tacos and it’s the perfect combination.

1401 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, D.C. 20003

The Salt Line

4040 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203

The Salt Line draws hungry crowds thanks to a seafood-centric menu that boasts the best of New England fare. But don’t skip the cocktails, specifically the frozen DC Crush or Del Shandy’s. The first is made with vodka, orange rum, orange juice, and lime. In the second is vodka, Narragansett Del’s Shandy, and lemonade.

4040 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203
(703) 566-2075
(703) 566-2075

Colada Shop

10 Pearl St SW, Washington, D.C. 20024

With locations in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, you don’t have to travel far to find a Colada Shop. Named after a single by the late Cuban singer Celia Cruz, “La Negra Tiene Tumbao” ($13) blends rum, pineapple, coconut cream, coconut milk, and fernet.

10 Pearl St SW, Washington, D.C. 20024
(202) 932-2980
(202) 932-2980

Nicoletta Pizzeria

301 Water St SE, Washington, D.C. 20003

The fast-casual pizza spot from the team behind Osteria Morini and Cucina MORINI offers the perfect grab-and-go option, with nonalcoholic strawberry, blue raspberry and mango frozen lemonades. Perfect for the littles, it can be made boozy for adults with vodka, gin, run, bourbon, or tequila.

301 Water St SE, Washington, D.C. 20003
(202) 524-3300
(202) 524-3300

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Osteria Morini

301 Water St SE, Washington, D.C. 20003

Quench any thirst with a frozen Negroni. A refreshing twist on the classic cocktail, this tasty delight blends gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, and a splash of citrus guaranteed to make anyone a permanent believer.

301 Water St SE, Washington, D.C. 20003
(202) 484-0660
(202) 484-0660

Cork

1720 14th St NW (btw R & S), Washington, D.C. 20009

Logan Circle’s beloved wine bar turns to its ripe inventory of rosé to whip up a fine frosé, joined by vodka, orange liqueur, and strawberries ($18).

1720 14th St NW (btw R & S), Washington, D.C. 20009
(214) 780-0373
(214) 780-0373
The Cork Frosé overlooking the 14th Street NW corridor.
Sam Sanchez

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