DIY Slush · Family-friendly drinks · Halloween · Mocktail · slushy recipes ·Oct 24, 2025

Vampire Cran-Apple Slush (Kid-Friendly + 21+)

A deep-red Halloween slush built from cranberry, apple, and pomegranate. Kid-friendly base with an optional 21+ twist.

Pre-chill 2–3 h Ready ≈15–35 min Batch ≤ ~2.3 L Sugar >10% (suggested) · ABV ≤16%

Bright, tart, and silky. The GSEICE HS3L turns this ruby-red mix into smooth ribbons—perfect for porch treats or party bowls.

Servings • Ingredient Matrix

Ingredients	2–3 Servings	4–6 Servings	6–8 Servings
Cranberry juice (100%) pre-chilled	300 ml (≈1.25 cups \| ≈10 fl oz)	700 ml (≈2.9 cups \| ≈24 fl oz)	980 ml (≈4.1 cups \| ≈33 fl oz)
Apple juice no pulp, pre-chilled	200 ml (≈0.85 cup \| ≈6.8 fl oz)	500 ml (≈2.1 cups \| ≈17 fl oz)	720 ml (≈3 cups \| ≈24 fl oz)
Pomegranate juice deep color	80 ml (≈0.33 cup \| ≈2.7 fl oz)	180 ml (≈0.75 cup \| ≈6 fl oz)	240 ml (≈1 cup \| ≈8 fl oz)
Simple syrup (1:1) aim for sugar >10% (suggested)	20–40 ml (≈1.5–3 tbsp \| ≈0.7–1.4 fl oz)	40–80 ml (≈3–5 tbsp \| ≈1.4–2.7 fl oz)	60–100 ml (≈4–7 tbsp \| ≈2–3.4 fl oz)
Cinnamon stick or ground cinnamon optional spice	pinch	pinch	pinch
Spirit (optional, 21+) vodka or dry red wine	0–60 ml (0–2 fl oz)	0–120 ml (0–4 fl oz)	0–160 ml (0–5.4 fl oz)
Water/ice (if needed)	0–60 ml (0–2 fl oz)	0–120 ml (0–4 fl oz)	0–160 ml (0–5.4 fl oz)

300 ml (≈1.25 cups | ≈10 fl oz) cranberry juice
200 ml (≈0.85 cup | ≈6.8 fl oz) apple juice
80 ml (≈0.33 cup | ≈2.7 fl oz) pomegranate juice
20–40 ml (≈1.5–3 tbsp) simple syrup
pinch cinnamon
0–60 ml (0–2 fl oz) spirit (optional)

700 ml (≈2.9 cups | ≈24 fl oz) cranberry juice
500 ml (≈2.1 cups | ≈17 fl oz) apple juice
180 ml (≈0.75 cup | ≈6 fl oz) pomegranate juice
40–80 ml (≈3–5 tbsp) simple syrup
pinch cinnamon
0–120 ml (0–4 fl oz) spirit (optional)

980 ml (≈4.1 cups | ≈33 fl oz) cranberry juice
720 ml (≈3 cups | ≈24 fl oz) apple juice
240 ml (≈1 cup | ≈8 fl oz) pomegranate juice
60–100 ml (≈4–7 tbsp) simple syrup
pinch cinnamon
0–160 ml (0–5.4 fl oz) spirit (optional)

Total machine load ≤ ~2.3 L. For best texture, aim for sugar >10% (suggested). If adding alcohol, keep batch ABV ≤16%.

Pre-chill. Refrigerate all juices and syrup 2–3 h.
Mix base. Combine cranberry, apple, and pomegranate juices. Add syrup gradually—aim for overall sugar >10%. Optional: a pinch of cinnamon.
Load & program. Pour into HS3L (≤ ~2.3 L). Select Frozen Juice or Slush.
Freeze. Run until ribbons form (~15–35 min). If adding alcohol, fold it in near the end—keep batch ABV ≤16%.
Serve. Sugar-rim glasses (black or purple). Garnish with an orange peel or a candy eye.

Color & clarity

Pomegranate deepens the red without cloudiness. Strain pulpy juices for a clean pour.

Sweet–tart balance

Cranberry is tart—build sweetness with syrup rather than extra water to support freezing.

Adult twist

Use chilled vodka for neutral lift or a splash of dry red for sangria vibes; mind the ABV.

Silky slush, batch after batch with the HS3L.

Aim for overall sugar >10% (suggested) for smooth crystals and a clean pour.
If the texture feels stiff, add 20–40 ml (≈0.7–1.4 fl oz) juice; if runny, extend 3–5 minutes.
Serve immediately in chilled glasses for best ribbons.