Euro-Pro Slushie Maker Review

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(More customer reviews)O.K. Nobody out there could have been rooting for this little machine more than me. My husband bought this for me for Christmas (2005). I was thrilled...until we tried to use the thing. First of all, forget any of the recipies in the book. On that day we tried the very first one. All of a sudden, the machine started jumping around and making a loud clicking noise. We stopped it and looked and there was ice frozen all around the outside of the container. We melted that off and tried again. Same thing. Now, 4 months later, we have managed to get the machine to actually make slushies (within 30 minutes) only about 30% of the time. This machine will only make them with very high sugar solutions...even pop takes awhile. (We've been successful at using Kool-Aid with only about 3/4 as much water as it calls for.) The instructions say to keep adding ice/salt until it gets about an inch from the top. NO! We have found through trial and error that any ice/salt more than 1/2 way up the container will cause this finnicky machie to freeze up and stop. The slushies are of a good consistency when they actually work, but our whole family of 6 agrees that this is a better idea than actual product. Takes A LONG time and 32 oz of fluid will only make slushies for 1-2 people unless you give them out in tiny paper cups. Not good for parties, etc. like it says on the box. Kids would be crying all over. Also, the machine is VERY loud. Hard to have a conversation and you need to constantly check it and add tiny bits of ice. A real pain. The pour spout is nice, and it is easy to clean, but the frustration level is so high on this machine. Following their little instruction book to the letter just won't work. Like I said, everyone in our house has tried it, and it is just LOUD and FRUSTRATING...especially since when you crave a slushie, you CRAVE a slushie and want it then...not maybe, if you are lucky, in 30 minutes or so. Machine needs improvements...I'd spend my money on a better machine. Sad to say, but only 2 stars.


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Slushie Express Replacement Cup in Blue, Green or Pink Color: Green Review

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(More customer reviews)We love our slushie maker, and we each have our own cup. It would probably make sense to have an extra or two on hand, they are plastic. This price is insane though. I would expect to pay this price for three or four cups. The maker's site has these cups for about 1/4 the price...www.focuselectrics.com. Enjoy!

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SITSECGR Color: Green Replacement cup for your Back to Basics Slushie Express - available in green, blue or pink. Replace a lost cup, or just have plenty available for parties or gatherings! Features: -Green, pink or blue options -Shipping weight: .25 lbs.

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Back to Basics Slushie Express Review

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(More customer reviews)In fact, I'm drinking one now!
A friend invited us to dinner and made us slushies for desert with this device, purchased from a local big box store (whose name rhymes with mal-wart). Anyway, the slushies were delicious, made with with Nescafe Ice Java ([...]).
A few days later, while at another big box store (whose name rhymes with gartet), I found one for the right price, and bought it and 3 more cups (we're a family of 4). At another store we found some Nescafe and a bag of ice. We've been making smoothies every day since. We've made them with the Nescafe, chocolate milk, malted milk powder, pina colada mix, and my current beverage, a concoction made with strawberry slushie powder, milk, and frozen srawberries and banana instead of the ice.
Protip: buy the 7-11 aluminum slurpee straws! Eco-friendly and they stay cold. Plus the larger bore eliminates the need for any spoon.

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Slushie Express MachineMake real slushies at home! Just add syrup, water and ice!It takes less than a minute. Uses flavored syrup, water and ice. Features:Dual-purpose blending/slushie cup with blade baseDual-purpose blending/slushie cup with measuring marksChild-safe switchPress down and turn cup to activate motorSlushie cup lid & spoon-straw included Includes: Slushie Express Machine1 x 16-ounce Slushie Cup1 x Slushie Cup Lid1 x Spoon-Straw

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Hamilton Beach 68055 Ice Shaver, Black Review

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(More customer reviews)My fridge's ice maker turns out crescent shaped ice cubes and they don't work well with this machine. The ice went round and round in the shaving chamber but rarely engaged the shaving blade. There just isn't enough downward pressure to force the ice onto the blade.
Update: I went out and bought some ice cube trays hoping that the size or shape of the ice cube was a factor. No luck, this thing still doesn't work so I'll be returning it.

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This handy Ice Shaver makes snow cones, slushies, margaritas and other frozen treats quickly. Whether conquering the sweltering heat, hosting a party, or having fun with the kids, the Icy Treats Ice Shaver from Hamilton Beach will make frozen concoctions fast. Snow cones, slushies and icy drinks are all easy to make using soda, juice or fruit. This cool appliance uses ice directly from the freezer and will shave into either a bowl from home for snow cones, or into the included mixing bowl for other icy treats. Fun recipes are included for the whole family. Why not choose something refreshing like apple juice or strawberries to make a healthy treat for the kids? All removable parts are dishwasher safe and the bowl includes measurement markings so icy drinks will turn out great every time. Features Include: Make your favorite icy treats in minutes Make slushies, snow cones, margaritas, and more Add ice cubes from your freezer Shave ice into your own dish or use included mixing bowl Fun recipes included All removable parts are dishwasher safe

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Back to Basics SIT10827 Slushie Express Slushie Maker Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought one of these a year ago. My kids used it almost every day during the summer and probably 3-5 times a week even over winter time. We purchased huge jugs of slushie syrup at our local hardware/party rent-a-center.
For the price, we definately got our money's worth, considering how much use we got out of it.
Unfortunately, the little tabs on the cups don't last forever and end up breaking off. Once those tabs are gone....the machine will not work since the tabs have to be in place (safety issue).
So my only complaint is they should make the tabs more durable and also it would be nice to have a few extra cups included w/the purchase of the machine.
If the tabs lasted longer then it would definately get 5 stars from me.

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Whip up refreshingly cold, carnival-style treats in less than a minute with this innovative slushie maker. Compact and portable, the unit's powerful 200-watt motor and blender-style blade base effortlessly transform standard ice cubes into crushed ice, ready for sweetening with flavored syrups, fruit juices, soda, or punch-flavored drinks (sold separately). Furthermore, the simple-to-operate system features a dual-purpose blending container that doubles as a ready-made slushie cup, complete with a raised snowflake design that serves as a built-in grip ideal for little hands. Additional highlights include a spill-proof container lid with an opening that accommodates an authentic spoon/straw, measurement markings for creating deliciously mixed slushies and smoothies, and a child-safe switch for peace of mind. The unit can be easily disassembled for cleaning, and its pieces should be washed by hand with warm, soapy water. A user manual with recipes comes included. A fun addition to pool parties, birthday celebrations, picnics, and more, the slushie maker measures approximately 5 by 5 by 11 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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