There’s no better way to end your work week throughout the summer than drinks with friends — and if the drinks come frozen, even better. For refreshing frozen cocktails and wine, check out some of these NoVA spots as you sip the night away.
Wilson Hardware
Not only does this Clarendon spot offer a number of places to roam about — including the rooftop bar — but their slushy cocktails are another draw. Try the Circuit Breaker with white rum, malibu, blue curacao, lychee, pineapple, and lime, or the Wire Stripper, complete with tequila, agave, pineapple, and lime. 2915 Wilson Blvd., Arlington
Chuy’s
There’s nothing like a Chuy’s happy hour. Not only do you get deals on the Tex-Mex cuisine, but the margaritas and cocktails will make any weeknight feel special. Sure, you can get your strawberry margarita on the rocks — but take it from us, the feeling of a frozen Chuy’s marg in the summer can’t be beat. If you’re not a fan of tequila, enjoy a frozen Tito’s Cherry Limeade. Multiple locations
Nectar
Using a state-of-the-art cold-pressed juice machine, Nectar can bring you the cocktails and mimosas sure to delight all summer long — including the frozen margaritas. This spot is located in the Sterling Collective space, so you can start your morning with a biscuit at Daybreak Kitchen and Biscuit Company, eat a flavorful taco for lunch at Señor Ramon Taqueria, and then wind down with a craft beer from Crooked Run. 22455 Davis Dr. Sterling
Colada Shop
At this shop conveniently attached to shopping mecca Bloomie’s, you can begin and end your day the Cuban way. Start your morning with some Havana cold brew and a breakfast sandwich, then finish it by returning for a pina-colada slushee. Whether you sit inside or take a stroll around the Mosaic District in the summer weather, the drinks will have you feeling like you just stepped into the Caribbean. 2920 District Ave., Ste. 180, Fairfax
Screwtop Wine Bar
What’s a wine bar without frozee? Luckily, you’ll never have to find out thanks to Screwtop. But they don’t stop at their frozee (which is a mix of strawberry puree and rose wine). For another summer experience, try the frozen pineapple sangria, filled with pineapple, passionfruit, mango, and white wine. If you’re feeling particularly adventurous, grab the frozen squirrel swirl — it’s both flavors in one! 1025 N. Fillmore St., Arlington
Solace Brewing
While you might head to Solace Brewing for its great selection of beers — also refreshing for a summertime drink — don’t overlook the frozen drinks, like the mango fro-mosa, a frozen mango mimosa. Visit the Falls Church outpost to watch baseball on one of their 24 TVs, or spend the night chatting away on the outdoor patio. 444 W. Broad St., Falls Church
Feature image by Rey Lopez
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