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Get ready for a taste of paradise with Bahama-Mama Ice Pops! These refreshing, boozy popsicle treats are made with a tasty mix of pineapple juice, orange juice, and rum. Each bite is bursting with sweet and tangy tropical flavors.
For the ultimate summer feast, serve these ice pops alongside juicy California burgers and crispy Cajun fries. It’s a combo that’s sure to impress and refresh!
Move over, kiddos; these ice pops are for the big kids! I like to call them Mommy’s Popsicles. I can live on iced Americano during the week, but come the weekend, I’m chillin’ with boozy popsicles!
Aren’t these boozy ice pops the perfect Friday snack? Even though it’s not Friday yet, it gives us something to look forward to! These cold, refreshing treats are my favorite of all the favorites. Perfect for hot summer days or fun get-togethers, these ice pops will make you feel like you’re on a sunny beach with every delicious lick!
This ice pops recipe all started with an Amazon purchase… I love that place! Seriously, I could spend my life savings on Amazon, but I’m better than that! …I think…
Among many, many other things, last month I purchased these popsicle mold bags with a funnel and got to work as soon as they arrived. Now, I have the best homemade ice pops to enjoy!
The idea for this delicious treat started with a delicious margarita. I tried to make my own margarita-ice-pops or mojito-pops, but the sugary fruit juice-to-alcohol ratio was something I could not get 100% right.
Alcohol has a lower freezing point than fruit juice, and it’s much lower than our home freezers can manage. Even a little booze will interfere with the way popsicles freeze, and too much alcohol will keep our ice pops in a permanent state of slush. Until I figure it all out, we’ll be chilling with these perfectly perfect Bahama Mama Ice Pops. It’s a pretty good deal to chill with – I promise!
Ingredients You’ll Need
There are many ways to enjoy boozy ice pops, with different flavors and alcohol, but here we are going to focus on combining pineapple juice, orange juice, and rum. Coconut Rum, please, for best tasting results. Or maybe that’s just a personal preference, but I do love it!
- Pineapple Juice: Adds a sweet and tangy tropical flavor to the fruit ice pops. Use mango juice for a different tropical twist.
- Orange Juice: Provides a refreshing citrusy base that complements the other flavors.
- Coconut Rum: Gives a hint of coconut flavor and a touch of alcohol.
- Grenadine: Adds a sweet and tart flavor along with a beautiful red hue.
- Lime: Lime juice adds a zesty citrus kick to balance the sweetness. Substitute with lemon juice if lime is unavailable.
- Popsicle Bags: Used to hold and freeze the mixture into popsicles. You can also use traditional popsicle molds.
How To Make Ice Pops
Creating these ice pops will take just minutes, from start to finish. Gathering the ingredients takes longer than the actual time spent creating them. The real kicker is waiting at least 5-ish hours for the ice pops to freeze and then to finally enjoy.
- Mix: Combine all the ingredients in a pitcher and stir until well combined.
- Fill: Pour the mixture into popsicle bags.
- Seal: Seal the bags closed.
- Freeze: Freeze for 6 hours or overnight.
- Serve: Serve frozen.
Recipe Tips & Variations
- Freeze Time: Make sure to freeze the popsicles for at least 6 hours, or overnight, to ensure they are fully frozen and ready to enjoy.
- Alcohol: Adjust the amount of coconut rum to your taste. Keep in mind that higher alcohol content may affect the freezing point, so balance accordingly.
- Non-Alcoholic Version: For a kid-friendly version or for guests who prefer non-alcoholic treats, simply substitute the coconut rum with coconut water or pineapple juice.
- Mix-ins: Add fresh fruit pieces like pineapple chunks or orange slices to the popsicle bags before freezing for an extra burst of flavor and texture.
- Presentation: Serve the ice pops in a bucket of ice to keep them cold during your party. You can also use colorful popsicle sticks to make them more festive.
- Flavor Variations: Experiment with different fruit juices and flavored rums to create your own unique ice pops recipe.
- Party Prep: If you’re having a party, I suggest making them early in the morning or even the night before so you’re ready to welcome your happy guests with the best boozy treat ever!
Proper Storage
Store the ice pops in a single layer in the freezer to prevent them from sticking together. You can also use parchment paper between layers if needed.
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Bahama Mama Ice Pops
Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 cup coconut rum
- 1 shot grenadine
- 1 lime, juiced
- popsicle bags
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a pitcher and stir until well combined.
- Pour mixture into popsicle bags.
- Seal bags closed and freeze for 6 hours or overnight.
- Serve frozen.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.
great idea, like where you’re going with this! Adults deserve to have popsicles too! Thank you!
Oh my! These sounds like a perfect girls day by the pool! Love it!
I’ve done the same thing with Amazon! lol…..love these and photos are gorgeous!!
How fun are these?! My husband always wants otter pops, i think he’d prefer this boozy version instead!
Mommy’s popsicles – brilliant! And so delicious! And refreshing! And I wish I had one right now…
What a great way to cool off! I have some friends who will go crazy over these!
These are just what this mama needs after a long day of wrangling my 3 boys! Keep trying at those other flavors too- sounds like such a terrible job, haha!
I am loving these!! I am all for pineapple juice and coconut rum combo! So good!