This beef stew gets rich flavor from beer, beef broth, and barbecue sauce. If you don't have a slow cooker, simmer this over very low heat for the same results.
Yellow-red Mr. Stripey tomatoes give this ice a light hue. Use red or purple tomatoes if you want a darker granita, if you prefer. Mixing purple basil with deep-green Italian basil yields a nuanced flavor and a lovely garnish.