Cherry Jack and Coke Slushie (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 12 oz Diet Coke
02 - 8 oz frozen dark sweet cherries
03 - 4 oz Jack Daniels whiskey
04 - 6 oz Diet Coke, chilled
05 - Maraschino cherries, for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Pour 12 ounces of Diet Coke into an ice cube tray and freeze until solid, approximately 2 hours.
02 - Combine frozen Diet Coke cubes, 8 ounces frozen dark sweet cherries, 4 ounces Jack Daniels whiskey, and 6 ounces chilled Diet Coke in a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
03 - Immediately pour slushie into serving glasses. Garnish with maraschino cherry and serve.
04 - If not serving immediately, transfer mixture to a freezer-safe container or resealable bag and freeze until ready to serve.

# Notes:

01 - If the slushie hardens when frozen overnight, allow it to rest at room temperature for 5–10 minutes. Re-blend to restore smooth texture.
02 - Regular Coke may be substituted for Diet Coke if preferred.