How to Make Wine Popsicles
This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Please read my disclosure.These wine popsicles are super easy to make and easily adapted for any flavor. Eat them alone or get fancy by using them in a glass of wine!
I love a glass of wine, but I love it even better when it’s fun and fancy! This frozen treat is perfect poolside on a hot summer day, or even for a party to make things more fun!
After making a wide variety of boozy popsicles I had to see if I could do the same with wine. And I am so glad I did because these are just too good! Between these wine popsicles and wine slushies, it’s going to be one amazing Summer!
Ingredients
This recipe uses just a few easily customizable ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Juice
- Wine
- Fruit (optional)
- Sugar (optional)
How To Make Wine Popsicles
Making your own alcohol popsicles is fun, but the most fun comes when they’re done! Here’s what you need to do before savoring these treats:
- If using, add fruit to molds then pour in wine and juice mixture.
- Put molds together and freeze.
- Enjoy!
Flavor suggestions
Get creative and put together different fruit and juice combos each time you make these wine popsicles. Here are some flavor ideas to get you started:
- Lemon juice and berries
- Mango juice and peaches
- Orange juice and pineapple
- Pineapple juice and mango
- Grapefruit juice and raspberries
- Mango juice and papaya
- Lemonade and raspberries
Popsicle mold suggestions
You can use any molds you like, but these are some I recommend:
- Norpro Frozen Ice Pop Maker
- Ozera Popsicle Molds
- Zoku Classic Pop Molds
- Frozip Disposable Ice Popsicle Mold Bags (similar to Otter Pops!)
Tips and tricks
When making these refreshing wine popsicles, keep the following suggestions in mind:
- I like to use sauvignon blanc, but any will work. No matter what varietal of wine I use, I like to try to pick a healthier wine.
- Since alcohol doesn’t freeze, and wine has a decent percentage of alcohol, you need to make sure you use enough juice. A ratio of 2 parts juice to 1 part wine works best.
- Freeze the wine popsicles for at least 4-6 hours before trying to remove from the molds.
- You definitely want to make sure your kids don’t get into these. The easiest way to separate is by container, shape or color. Use the different container types to indicate wine or no wine. You can also use different color popsicle sticks. I don’t recommend solely marking anything with a pen or marker because that can easily come off (this may or may not have happened to me, eek!).
Common Questions
Can you freeze wine into Popsicles?
Yes! And it’s so delicious! You’ll need to mix in another liquid as well like juice though in order for it to freeze. For wine popsicles use a ratio of 2 parts juice, 1 part wine.
Can you make popsicles with alcohol?
You can! However, because alcohol doesn’t freeze, you’ll need to mix in another liquid as well. You’ll want at least a ratio of 4 parts juice 1 part hard alcohol.
How long does it take alcohol popsicles to freeze?
It will take a minimum of 4 to 6 hours for alcohol popsicles to freeze.
How to Make Wine Popsicles
These wine popsicles combine a childhood favorite and an adult guilty pleasure into a refreshing frozen treat. I make them with wine, fresh fruit juice, and colorful fruit. They are lightly sweet, easy to customize, and only take 10 minutes to prepare before I leave the rest up to the freezer.
Servings: 10
Calories: 37kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups juice of choice
- ¾ cup wine of choice , I used a sauvignon blanc
- 1-2 tablespoons sugar , optional for added sweetness
- Fruit cut for décor to add into molds
Equipment
- popsicle mold
Instructions
- Mix the wine and juice.
- Add the cut fruit into the popsicle molds. If not using then skip.
- Fill the molds with the juice/wine mixture
- Freeze for at least 4-6 hours.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- My #1 Secret Tip for this wine popsicle recipe is to stick to a ratio of about 2 parts juice to 1 part wine. Wine contains alcohol, which does not freeze solid, so this balance creates popsicles that freeze properly while still delivering plenty of wine flavor.
- Taste first: Every wine and juice combination is different, so I always taste the mixture before filling the molds. If it needs a little more sweetness, I stir in the sugar before freezing.
- Choose ripe fruit: Fresh ripe fruit adds the best flavor and creates the prettiest presentation. Smaller pieces also make the popsicles easier to enjoy straight from the mold.
- Leave space: I stop filling each mold just below the rim since the liquid expands slightly as it freezes. This helps keep the lids in place and prevents overflow.
- Freeze overnight: Although these popsicles are usually ready after 4-6 hours, I like freezing them overnight whenever possible for the firmest texture.
- Release gently: If the popsicles do not slide out easily, I run the outside of the mold under cold water for a few seconds. This helps them release cleanly without melting the edges.
Nutrition
Calories: 37kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg
