The complete operator guide to commercial slushy syrup concentrates. How the 5:1 ratio works, which flavours move fastest, yield per jug, profit per serving, and which brands to stock. Slush Puppie, Jolly Rancher, and Concession Stand brand — ships from Calgary across Canada.
Slushy syrup is a concentrated liquid mixed with water at a 5:1 ratio and frozen in a commercial slushy or granita machine. ChickenPieces.com carries Slush Puppie (Canadian-made: Blue Raspberry, Cherry, Lime, Neutral Base in 4L jugs), Jolly Rancher (Blue Raspberry, Lemon, Sugar-Free Green Apple in 64 oz jugs), and Concession Stand brand in 9 flavours including Mango, Cotton Candy, and Watermelon in gallon jugs. Ships from Calgary. Free shipping over $199 CAD. No minimum order on most products.
Slushy syrup is not a ready-to-use drink. It is a high-sugar concentrate designed to be diluted with cold water and frozen in a commercial slushy or granita machine. The sugar concentration is precisely calibrated — too little and the mix freezes into a solid block; too much and it will not freeze at all. The 5:1 ratio puts the finished mix in the freeze-point window commercial machines are built for.
Combine 1 part concentrate with 5 parts cold water. Stir well. Pour into your slushy or granita machine and allow 20–30 minutes to reach serving temperature. Colder water speeds up freeze time. Always stir the concentrate before measuring — colour and flavour settle in the jug during storage.
The sugar in slushy syrup acts as an antifreeze, lowering the water’s freeze point. This holds the mix in a semi-frozen, spoonable slush state rather than freezing solid. Too much water raises the freeze point and you get ice. Too little water and the mix is over-sweet and will not freeze properly in the machine.
Three commercial brands covering classic arena flavours, licensed candy brands, and a neutral base for mix-your-own stations.
Top seller at every arena and fair
#1 BestsellerClassic concession stand staple
#2 BestsellerSweet lemon-lime, strong summer sales
Top 5Unflavoured — pair with flavour shots
Mix StationsAuthentic candy flavour, electric colour
#1 SellerBright citrus, 33 servings per jug
PopularZero sugar, tart JR candy flavour
Diet Option48 servings per gallon at 16 oz
#2 SellerTangy citrus blend
PopularStrong seasonal seller, visual draw
SeasonalCarnival classic, high kid appeal
Event StapleTropical, strong impulse-buy colour
GrowingTropical variety for seasonal menus
SpecialtyKnow your yield before you price. These numbers are at standard 5:1 ratio before machine overrun (commercial machines add 10–20% air, which may increase apparent volume slightly).
| Format | Brand | Finished Mix (5:1) | 8 oz Servings | 12 oz Servings | 16 oz Servings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64 oz / 1.89L | Jolly Rancher | 11.3 litres | ~48 | ~32 | ~24 |
| 4L / 135 oz | Slush Puppie | 24 litres | ~101 | ~67 | ~50 |
| 1 Gallon / 3.78L | Concession Stand | 22.7 litres | ~96 | ~64 | ~48 |
Slushies are among the highest-margin items at any concession stand. Ingredient cost is low, prep is simple, and the visual — a bright icy drink in a clear cup — drives impulse purchases without any upselling.
| Sell Price | Servings (12 oz, 4L jug) | Gross Revenue | Syrup (~$0.25/serving) | Cup + Straw (~$0.10) | Gross Profit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2.50 | 67 | $167.50 | $16.75 | $6.70 | $144.05 |
| $3.00 | 67 | $201.00 | $16.75 | $6.70 | $177.55 |
| $3.50 | 67 | $234.50 | $16.75 | $6.70 | $211.05 |
| $4.00 | 67 | $268.00 | $16.75 | $6.70 | $244.55 |
Add a second flavour swirl at a $1.00 upcharge and average transaction value increases 20–30% with no added labour.
Canadian-made. Recognized brand name that drives purchases on its own. The 4L jug format offers the best per-serving cost of the three brands. The Neutral Base SKU lets you run a mix-your-own station using flavour squirts, which increases average transaction value. Start here for any new Canadian concession operation.
Hershey’s licensed brand with strong candy recognition. Electric colours photograph well — customers share them. The Sugar-Free Green Apple option gives you a zero-sugar product for health-conscious customers. The 64 oz jug is practical for testing new flavours or low-volume operations before committing to larger quantities.
Nine flavours in gallon format at a competitive per-serving price. Mango and Cotton Candy are not available in the Slush Puppie line. Useful if you want to run three or four tanks simultaneously with different flavours, or if you need a tropical option for summer and fair season.
All slushy syrups we carry are formulated for non-carbonated frozen beverage and granita machines. Compatible with all major commercial brands:
Top-selling flavour. 5:1 concentrate, approximately 67 servings at 12 oz per jug. Non-carbonated machine compatible.
Shop →Unflavoured base for mix-your-own stations. Pair with Slush Puppie flavour squirts for customisable servings that command a higher price point.
Shop →Licensed candy brand, electric blue colour. 5:1 concentrate, approximately 32 servings at 12 oz. Sugar-free variant also available.
Shop →Cherry, Mango, Watermelon, Cotton Candy, Lemon Lime, Peach, Pineapple, Coconut, Banana. 5:1 concentrate, approximately 48 servings at 16 oz per gallon.
Shop →Slush Puppie, Jolly Rancher, and Concession Stand brand concentrates — ships from Calgary to all Canadian provinces. Free shipping over $199.
Shop All Slushy Syrups → Slushy Syrups Canada Guide