Summer's Hottest Item Can Be Found Right at Big Lots for a Wildly Low Price

Something about a slushie just screams nostalgic summer vibes. Whether you call it an Icee , snowball, water ice or simply a snow cone, there’s nothing more refreshing than crushed ice infused with a variety of sweet and fruity flavors to stave off the scorching heat of the season. Sure, you could cool off with an ice-cold glass of water (and maybe it is the healthier choice), but if we had to choose between the two, we’re definitely going with the former. The only caveat, though, is that unless you live near a smoothie shop or have a local ice cream man making a trip around your neighborhood, you’ll have to make your own at home.

While whipping up a delicious blended beverage isn’t the most complicated of kitchen tasks, a bulky blender can take up precious counter space in smaller homes, making the juice not worth the squeeze, unfortunately. Thankfully, there are plenty of ultra-compact slushie makers on the market, and you won’t even have to part with a boatload of cash to get one. In fact, brands from Aldi to Costco have all released or stocked some version of personal blender, and the latest retailer to enter the arena is none other than discount haven Big Lots .

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The wallet-friendly retail chain has continued to beef up its inventory of summer-ready items from cotton candy makers and berry keepers to serving and snack bowls —and their latest summer-y find is the Nostalgia Slush N’ Go Maker you’re sure to use all season long. This ode to all things cold and frosty is the perfect gadget for blending up anything from smoothies and shakes to a frozen tipple if you fancy.

Coated in gorgeous aqua blue plastic, this ultra-compact countertop gadget comes complete with two 15-ounce travel bottles, a cup lid and a reusable straw. Additionally, the blender features durable 4-pronged stainless steel cutting blades that make chopping up fruit and any of your other favorite slushie additives a breeze.

As if all that wasn’t enough, this incredibly nifty slushie maker will only set you back a meager $29.99, which is a steal considering all you get with your purchase. Now, if you’ll excuse us, we’ve got slushies to make. Happy sipping!

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