Frozen Lychee & Mint Cooler (No Blender Required)



This frosty tropical refresher tastes like vacation in a glass—and it comes together in under 3 minutes with just a few pantry and freezer staples. No blender. No syrup. No fuss. Just sweet, floral lychee, icy chill, and a kiss of mint to wake it all up.

Perfect for low-spoon afternoons, impromptu guests, or that one moment in the day when you need something soft, cold, and beautiful.

Why You'll Love It

  • No blender needed

  • Pantry + freezer friendly

  • Naturally sweet and ultra-refreshing

  • Can be made as a mocktail or cocktail

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup canned lychees, drained (reserve syrup)

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (or lemon in a pinch)

  • 1/4 cup lychee syrup (from the can)

  • 4–5 fresh mint leaves

  • 1/2 cup crushed ice or frozen lychees

  • 3/4 cup sparkling water (plain or flavored)

  • Optional: 1 oz vodka or white rum (for a cocktail version)

Instructions

  1. In a shaker jar or mason jar with a tight lid, gently muddle the mint leaves with the lime juice and lychee syrup.

  2. Add the lychees, crushed ice or frozen lychees, and shake gently to chill.

  3. Pour into a tall glass, top with sparkling water, and stir.

  4. Garnish with extra mint or a slice of lime if desired.

Tips & Variations

  • No mint? Try a few shiso leaves or a pinch of fresh basil.

  • Want it sweeter? Add 1 tsp honey or agave before shaking.

  • Low-FODMAP tweak: Replace lychee with strawberries or raspberries, and skip the syrup.

Flavor Notes

The lychee gives floral sweetness, almost like pear and rose had a baby. The mint adds lift. The sparkle gives it life. Together? It’s pure refreshment. You’ll want to keep a can of lychees in the pantry just for this.

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