21 Refreshing "Poptails" and Other Adults-Only Desserts
Now's the time to clean out your freezer! Trust us, youll need the extra space to test these 14 grown-up popsicles, plus seven other refreshing adults-only treats we came across.
Now's the time to clean out your freezer! Trust us, you'll need the extra space to test these 14 grown-up popsicles, plus seven other refreshing, adults-only treats we came across. If you're craving a more classic dessert, take a look at our totally tempting collection of rich, chocolaty brownies.
Strawberry Peach Vodka Collins Popsicles
Fresh sweet peaches and strawberries are blended to create this beautiful, sunset-colored frozen treat.
White Sangria Popsicles
A classic summer drink looks even prettier when frozen into little fruit-filled treats.
Recipe: White Sangria Popsicles
Lemon Pale Ale Popsicles
Like a frozen shandy, these citrusy, beer-based treats are divine on a hot summer afternoon.
Recipe: Lemon Pale Ale Popsicles
Blackberry Prosecco Popsicles
Sweet summer berries and the light effervescence of sparkling wine come together to make a truly sophisticated treat.
Recipe: Blackberry Prosecco Popsicles
Frozen Tangerine Screwdriver Popsicles
Just like the classic drink, these citrusy spiked pops have a serious kick.
Margarita Popsicles
These homemade pops have a fresh, tangy margarita flavor that's perfect for any summer party.
Recipe: Margarita Popsicles
Arnold Palmer Popsicles
Sweet tea and lemon are a combination that always tastes fresh, but the addition of gin and mint to these icy pops puts them over the top.
Recipe: Arnold Palmer Popsicles
Blood Orange and Grand Marnier Popsicles
Blood orange lends beautifully deep, rich color to these sweet and slightly boozy homemade popsicles.
Frozen Cosmo Popsicles
Tart and tangy, these frozen treats pack a punch of booze-infused fruity flavor.
Recipe: Frozen Cosmo Popsicles
Cherry Apple Whiskey Sour Popsicles
This sweet-tart take on the usual whiskey sour is just right for summer and packed with and abundance of fresh seasonal fruit.
Cranberry Orange Rhubarb Popsicles
These creative little pops are packed with bold flavors, and can easily be made in quarter-pint mason jars — serve them right in the jars for a rustic-chic twist.
Mango Mojito Popsicles
Sweet, juicy mango and fragrant mint are an unbeatably refreshing combo — especially when spiked with a shot of rum.
Recipe: Mango Mojito Popsicles
Blueberry Cabernet Cheesecake Popsicles
Rich, creamy, and fruity, these decadent wine-laden popsicles have everything you love in a traditional cheesecake — and more.
Frozen Lime Rickey Popsicles
This recipe proves that simple combinations can sometimes be the most delicious.
Recipe: Frozen Lime Rickey Popsicles
Saffron Vodka Mango Sno-Cones
If made in winter, this simple yet creative recipe can be made with fresh, clean snow. But if you don't have access to it, just substitute a bowl of light and fluffy shaved ice.
Recipe: Saffron Vodka Mango Sno-Cones
Wine Slushes
These sweet, ruby-red slushes contain a pinch of matcha powder; its earthiness balances the rich red wine and sugar that dominate the dessert.
Recipe: Wine Slushes
Kahlua and Cream Push-Up Pops
This crowd-pleasing dessert is a creamy, chocolaty, boozy, and grown-up twist on a classic childhood favorite — the push-up pop.
Recipe: Kahlua and Cream Push-Up Pops
Ocean Margarita Jelly Shots
These bright blue wiggly desserts look fun and festive, and their tiny size and booze-infused margarita flavor makes them perfect for any party.
Recipe: Ocean Margarita Jelly Shots
Mimosa Jelly Shots
These dainty treats might not look like a cocktail, but they are infused with the traditional flavors of citrusy, champagne-spiked mimosa.
Recipe: Mimosa Jelly Shots
Lemon Drop Fruit Wedge Jelly Shots
These sweet spiked treats aren't quite what they appear! The wedges aren't just pieces of fruit, but lemon-flavored jelly shots molded to look like the real thing.