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BY ANNIE TOBEY

HERE ARE 10 TIPS FOR MAKING THE BEST FROZEN DRINKS, PLUS CHILLY RECIPES!

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t's been a long day, maybe a long week,
whether you've been working hard or playing
hard. But when you wrap your fingers around
that cold, frozen cocktail, take a chilly swig, and
feel the fresh ingredients caress your mouth and
the touch of alcohol ease your tension-well,
then, all is right with the world.
But if that perfect drink starts separating, if
the taste just doesn't hit your sweet spot, or if
the flavors miss the mark-well, then perfection
can fade into disappointment.
A few basic tips can help you perfect the art of
the frozen cocktail.

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1. USE A HIGH-POWERED BLENDER.
An unworthy blender can result in those
annoying little ice chunks that detract from the
divine, creamy smoothness that you're aiming
for. If you're shooting for perfection, invest in a
high-powered machine that can truly deliver.
If hosting parties is your thing and money
and storage space are no object, go for a party
machine from Margaritaville (the perfect name,
right?!). Options include the Key West Frozen
Concoction Maker (serving three pitchers of a
frozen drink, at $399.99) to the Tahiti Drink Bar
(serving up three different concoctions per party,
at $599).


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