As Birmingham settles into another hot Southern summer, frozen drinks become less of a luxury and more of a necessity. Luckily, the Magic City has no shortage of places blending up everything from frozen cocktails to refreshing alcohol-free creations. Whether you’re in the mood for a margarita, a tropical mocktail, or a blended coffee drink, these frozen favorites deserve a spot on your summer bucket list.

Boozy Sips

Automatic Seafood & Oysters—Takes Two to Mango

Automatic Seafood & Oysters is bringing tropical flavors to Birmingham with its seasonal Takes Two To Mango. This vibrant frozen cocktail blends Lunazul Blanco and Lunazul Reposado tequilas with Aperol, mango and fresh lime for a bright, citrus-forward sip with just the right touch of sweetness. Finished with a Tajín rim, it’s a refreshing balance of fruity, tangy and subtly smoky flavors that’s perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day.

Adiõs—Cuanto El Melón

Beat the Birmingham heat with Adiõs’ seasonal Cuanto El Melón, a refreshing frozen cocktail that’s as vibrant as it is unique. Blending vodka, Midori, fino sherry, aloe, yuzu and fresh mint, this icy sip strikes the perfect balance of bright citrus, subtle melon sweetness and crisp herbal notes. It’s a light, refreshing cocktail made for long summer afternoons and warm evenings on the patio.

Salud—Strawberry Dream Margarita

Salud Taqueria is serving up a taste of summer with its Strawberry Dream Margarita, a frozen cocktail made to beat the Birmingham heat. Blending Altos Reposado tequila, Chamberyzette aperitif, fresh strawberries and lime, this vibrant seasonal sip is sweet, citrusy and perfectly refreshing. Whether you’re pairing it with tacos or enjoying it on its own, it’s an easy choice for cooling off all season long.

Crafts on Church Street—Frozen Yellowhammer

An Alabama favorite gets the frozen treatment with the restaurant’s Frozen Yellowhammer. This icy take on the classic cocktail with vodka and amaretto delivers a smooth, citrus-forward sip that’s become a summertime staple along the Gulf Coast—and now makes for a fun addition to any frozen drink lineup in Birmingham.

Corbeau Wine Bar—Soft Serve Margarita

Corbeau Wine Bar is putting a playful twist on a classic with its Soft Serve Margarita. Served with the creamy consistency of soft-serve ice cream, this frozen cocktail offers a smooth, citrus-forward take on the traditional margarita that’s as fun to order as it is to sip. It’s a standout seasonal offering that’s well worth the drive to Trussville.

Non-Alcoholic

Cayo Coco—Caya Colada

Cayo Coco Rum Bar’s Coco Colada proves that a frozen drink can be just as satisfying without alcohol. This creamy blend of pineapple, lime and coconut delivers bright tropical flavors in every sip, making it the perfect way to cool off on Birmingham’s hottest summer days.

Avondale Sugar Shack—Frozen Lemonade

Avondale Sugar Shack’s frozen lemonades are a summertime staple, with classic lemonade alongside strawberry, mango, green apple and blue raspberry flavors. Sweet with just the right amount of tartness, they’re an easy pick for anyone craving a frozen treat.

Bullet Coffee Company—Blended Mocha Frappe

Whether you’re a chocolate lover or prefer something a little more adventurous, Bullet Coffee has a blended drink for every craving. The café’s Blended Mocha Frappe is a rich, creamy favorite, and any of its specialty flavors can be made as a frappe with your choice of a coffee or cream base, making it easy to customize your perfect frozen drink.

O’Henrys Coffee—Frosted Turtle Frappe

A longtime favorite at O’Henry’s Coffees, the Frosted Turtle Frappe blends hazelnut, caramel and Ghirardelli chocolate into a rich, creamy coffee drink topped with whipped cream. Available at multiple locations around the Birmingham area, it’s a classic choice for anyone craving a frozen coffee with just the right balance of nutty, sweet and chocolatey flavors.

One of the best parts about Birmingham’s food and drink scene is its variety, and frozen beverages are no exception. From handcrafted cocktails to family-friendly favorites, these local spots are serving frozen sips for just about every taste this summer.

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