The slushy machine is set to be one of the hottest kitchen gadgets of the summer. From viral frozen drink makers to countertop ice cream machines, there’s no shortage of ways to cool down at home. However, many of the biggest names like Ninja’s slushi come with a hefty price tag.
Enter Lidl. Once again, the budget supermarket has entered the market with a much more affordable alternative. The new Silvercrest ice shaver slushy maker offers a simple way to transform frozen mixtures and ice cubes into refreshing slushies at home without the premium price tag.
The gadget works by freezing your chosen mixture, before shaving it into a fine or coarse slushy texture depending on your preference. You can even dispense the finished drink straight into a glass or serving bowl, so it’s truly perfect for impressing at your next summer garden party.
It’s also more versatile than a lot of slushy makers as it can be used to shave whole ice cubes. Lidl’s machine comes with four ice moulds and a container insert, so you have everything you need to get started straight out of the box.
Landing in Lidl stores soon, here’s everything you need to know.
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When can you buy Lidl’s slushy machine?
Lidl’s Silvercrest ice shaver slushy maker is available in stores right now. As with many of Lidl’s popular middle aisle finds, stock is likely to be limited, so you’ll want to move quickly if you’ve been looking for a budget-friendly way to make frozen drinks at home.
How much does Lidl’s slushy machine cost?
Lidl’s Silvercrest ice shaver slushy maker costs £24.99. It also comes with a three-year warranty, giving you extra peace of mind.
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If you’d rather stick with the Ninja model, it got rave reviews when tested by our team. Alex David wrote that he “loved testing this machine,” adding that it “made some delicious drinks, and experimenting with it is a lot of fun.” Testing everything from milkshakes to frozen cocktails, it produced delicious drinks each time.
Why we love it
- Makes great soda slush, frappes and beer cocktails
- Huge capacity
- Simple instructions
- Easy to clean
Take note
- Expensive
- Needs a lot of room for storage
- Frozen cocktails need trial-and-error
- Drinks are always sugary
Check out our review of the the new Ninja crispi pro air fryer