Frozé - a Frosty Rosé Cocktail

If there is one drink associated with the arrival of summer, it is surely rosé. During a barbecue, by the pool or simply during an aperitif with friends, this wine is synonymous with good weather and conviviality. But do you know Frozé or Frozen Rosé? A wine-based granita, this frosted cocktail is made with rosé wine and strawberries.

Frozé or Frosé is the contraction of the words "frozen" and "rosé". This rosé wine cocktail has its origins in the United States. It is said to have been created by Justin Sievers from the Primi bar. He wanted to create a new rosé-based summer cocktail to quench his customers' thirst when the temperatures warm up. The trend has now crossed borders and is taking over the trendy terraces in France and elsewhere in the world.

How to cool down on hot summer days? Frozen Rosé is the essential drink to quench your thirst. In addition to being cool and refreshing, Frozen Rosé has many other advantages. While the classic version is based on rosé wine and strawberries, you can spice up the frozé recipe by adding other ingredients: a red fruit purée, fruity strawberry or white peach syrups, other fruits, etc. Why not even add fruit liqueur for an extra touch?

As its name suggests, rosé wine is the main ingredient of Frozé. It is therefore important to choose it carefully for a successful taste experience. To prepare this frozen cocktail, there is no need to use the most prestigious rosé wines; those are best enjoyed with a gourmet meal. Prefer simple and fruity rosés, wines for pleasure such as those offered at low prices by Vinatis. As far as the type of wine is concerned, all rosés are ideal for making Frozé. However, to ensure that your granita retains its beautiful colour, choose a dark-coloured rosé. In addition, a rather fruity wine such as a rosé from the Loire Valley, Côtes de Provence or Languedoc.