The Summer Freeze-Up at Gather 22
- Madeline Curtis-Long
- 1 hour ago
- 2 min read
Frozen Cocktails Are Here — and They’re Changing the Way Indy Drinks
There’s something about a frozen cocktail that hits different in the dead heat of a Midwest summer. Maybe it’s the slushie machine spinning behind the bar like a hypnotic carnival ride. Maybe it’s the way the condensation glides down the glass before you even take a sip. Or maybe — just maybe — it’s the fact that finally, someone in Indianapolis is doing them right.
Gather 22 has entered the chat, and yes, they brought a slushee machine with them.
Not Your Gas Station Slushie
At this design-forward neighborhood haunt just off 22nd & Alabama, frozen doesn’t mean artificial. These are cocktails first, slushees second — layered with flavor, balanced with acid, and built to be sipped (or slurped) under an Indiana sky. The seasonal rotating lineup leans playful but polished. Recent drops include:
Pineapple Whip – tart pineapple, silky vanilla, and a splash of coconut that tastes like sunshine in a glass
Tropical Citrus – lemon, orange, and pineapple spun into a zesty, frozen mood-booster
Hibiscus Blueberry Sage – moody, botanical, and beautifully unexpected with a garden-fresh twist
Orange Strawberry Punch – fruit punch nostalgia, spiked and slushed for maximum summer joy
It’s Giving: Summer Destination
Whether you’re hosting out-of-town friends, hopping off the Cultural Trail, or searching “best cocktails in Indy” before a concert at The Vogue or Old National, this spot should be on your list.
Come for:
Weekday Slushee Social Hour (3–6PM, $2 off all frozen cocktails)
Hammock hangs and spontaneous front porch dance parties
Seasonal events like Tea Dances, Silent Book Club, and Tech-Free Unplugged Wednesdays
Stay because the frozen drinks keep surprising you — in the best way.
A Backyard Built for Slushee Season
Gather 22’s backyard isn’t just patio seating — it’s a designed-for-lingering oasis. From covered veranda seating and custom-built community tables to hammocks and misting fans, every corner was created with summer in mind.
Whether you're meeting friends for happy hour, bringing out-of-towners for a post-brunch chill, or hosting a no-fuss birthday hang, this is one of the most intentionally designed outdoor spaces in Indianapolis.
TL;DR — This Is the Summer Drink Spot in Indy
Gather 22 didn’t just install a slushee machine — they turned frozen cocktails into a full experience. Thoughtfully made, perfectly chilled, and best enjoyed with a side of hammock time. Come early, stay awhile, and sip something unforgettable.
