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    Home » Recipes » Roundups » Best Summer Drinks Recipes

    Published: Aug 31, 2023. Modified: Aug 31, 2023 by Kemi · This post may contain affiliate links

    Best Summer Drinks Recipes

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    These are the best summer drinks recipes to keep you hydrated and refreshed throughout the summer or any time of the year. These drink recipes are quick to make, simple, and tasty.

    In this post, I share some of the best refreshing drinks recipes. From iced coffee, to iced tea, mojito, and more.

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    Best Summer Drinks Recipes

    As the sunny days grow longer and temperatures soar, there’s nothing like a cool drink to keep you hydrated. Need drink inspiration for your next backyard BBQ or a trip to the beach? Look no further than this list of drink recipes. From strawberry lemonade to cucumber juice, to pineapple mojito, there’s something here for everyone.

    These are non alcoholic drink recipes to keep you hydrated and refreshed. Here are our favorite homemade summer drinks recipes:

    Lemon Juice

    A timeless classic, the citrus tang of lemon juice has been keeping people hydrated and invigorated for hundreds of years. Its bright, zesty flavor awakens the senses, while its sweetness makes it delicious to drink down. As simple to make as squeezing fresh lemons, lemon juice is a summer staple that few can turn down. This is a favorite of the summer drinks.

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    Cucumber Juice

    Cool, crisp, and refreshing, cucumber juice is packed with vitamin C, B vitamins, and potassium, making it the go-to drink for those wanting a healthy option. Made by juicing fresh cucumbers, this bright green beverage has a light, grassy taste that’s amazing for quenching your thirst on those hot summer days.

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    Iced Coffee

    Need a pick-me-up by the pool? Iced coffee will not only hydrate you with its, well, ice but also give you a boost of energy thanks to the caffeine and sugar. The bitterness of the coffee will awaken your senses, the flavor balanced out with milk and coffee syrup of your choice, making this indulgent drink perfect for when you’re on the go.

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    Lime Juice

    Sharper and tarter than lemon juice, lime juice offers the same zesty, vibrant taste while having a bitter, sharper bite to it. It pairs well with spicy cuisines such as Mexican or Thai, enhancing their flavors and keeping with the tropical vibe.

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    Iced Tea

    With its golden hue and sweet flavor, iced tea is a quintessential summertime drink. Enjoy the summer version of your favorite tea by brewing it in hot water and adding sugar as you normally would, but then store it in your fridge until it’s cool. Then, add ice. Simple, charming, and deliciously refreshing.

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    Carrot juice

    Packed with antioxidants and essential nutrients, carrot juice is incredibly good for you. The rich, earthy flavor of the carrots coupled with their natural sweetness gives its distinctly vegetable flavor a delightful sweetness that makes it an all-around healthy and yummy drink.

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    Cucumber Water

    Give your plain old water a subtle hint of refreshing flavor with some bright green cucumber slices! The soothing taste of the cucumber will give your water extra crispness and help you stay hydrated for longer with almost no prep involved.

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    Strawberry Lemonade

    Bursting with a sweet, tangy flavor, strawberry lemonade marries the succulent taste of fresh strawberries with zesty lemon juice. Its bright red hue, carbonated water, and vibrant flavor are distinctly summery, keeping you hydrated, invigorated, and delighted by its taste.

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    Lemon Water

    Make your water more refreshing with a hint of citrus by introducing a few fresh lemon slices to your glass. The bright, zesty, and sweet flavor of lemon juice will feel like a nice, simple cleanse to your palette while keeping you hydrated.

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    Instant Pot Infused Water

    Often giving your water a fun, bright color, infused water is a great way to escape the monotony of drinking lots of plain water on hot summer days. Just put your favorite fruits, herbs, and spices into a pressure cooker with your water for five minutes, then allow to cool and enjoy!

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    Zobo Drink

    The deep red Nigerian drink zobo is a thirst-quenching blend of hibiscus, ginger, and aromatics. Tart and sweet, the floral hints from the hibiscus and the comforting warmth of the ginger give it a rich, complex flavor that’s cherished on the vibrant streets of Nigeria.

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    Dalgona Coffee

    Becoming viral on the internet for its unique presentation, dalgona coffee is coffee foam that sits atop a layer of hot or cold milk. If you still need your caffeine fix during those hot summer days, the cool, creamy milk and sweet, frothy coffee foam are a delectable choice.

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    Sorrel drink

    Popularised in the Caribbean, sorrel is a tangy blend of warming spices that’s traditionally served at Christmas and New Year’s. With its ruby red color, sorrel is made using dried hibiscus flowers and a typical winter spice infusion of star anise, cinnamon sticks, and cloves. Its sweet, deep flavor makes it a great thirst quencher all year round.

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    Iced Latte

    A delectable contrast of hot espresso, chilled milk, and ice cubes, iced lattes are a more hydrating method of getting your caffeine fix. The bitterness of the coffee opposed to the ice creates the perfect mix of energizing and refreshing flavors.

    Simple Infused Water

    For a gentle taste, infused water is easy to make at home and will give your water some refreshing flavor. Often made using slices of citrus, berries, and sprigs of herbs such as rosemary and mint, all you have to do is put your fruits and herbs of choice in your container of water and refrigerate for a few hours for the flavors to come out.

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    Lemonade

    Embodying the essence of summer, lemonade is many people’s go-to on sunny days. The sweet and sour flavor of the citrusy lemon juice dances with the carbonated bubbles on your tongue, awakening your senses while satisfying your hydration needs.

    Fruit punch

    A colorful bowl of fruit punch is a must-have for any party! This fruity concoction is an explosion of sweetness, being a mixture of berries, citrus, and tropical fruit. It’s often mixed with sparkling wine or vodka and is one of the more delicious and simple ways to get tipsy.

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    Watermelon Granita

    If you truly want to impress your guests, watermelon granita not only looks impressive but tastes fantastically refreshing. Frozen watermelon pulp is arranged back into the watermelon rind or glass to create eye-catching bright pink drink. The sweet, juicy watermelon melts on the tongue and It’s like drinking snow! Perfect for sweltering summer days. Check out this recipe by Simply recipes.

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    Blackberry Mocktail

    If you want all of the flavor and presentation of a cocktail without the alcohol content, blackberry mocktails are a great choice. Loaded with antioxidants, blackberries have a very tart, sweet flavor that pairs wonderfully with a sprig of mint and sparkling water.

    Pineapple lemonade

    Put a tropical twist on the classic drink by adding fresh pineapple at the same time as the mint. The bright yellow appearance of this drink alongside the sticky sweetness of the pineapple will transport you to sun-soaked beaches. A luxurious way to cool off.

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    Best Summer Drinks Recipes

    These are the best summer drinks recipes to keep you hydrated and refreshed throughout the summer or any time of the year. These drink recipes are quick to make, simple, and tasty.
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American, British
    Prep Time: 3 minutes minutes
    2 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 23kcal
    Author: Kemi

    Equipment

    • Pitcher
    • Cup

    Ingredients

    • 2 tea bags black tea
    • 2 tablespoons Sugar
    • 2 litres Water
    • Ice

    Instructions

    • In a mug, add a cup of boiling water, and sugar then stir till the sugar is dissolved.
    • Add teaags to the water and let it steep for 10 minutes.
    • Remove the tea bags then pour the tea into a pitcher.
    • Add cold water to fill the pitcher.
    • Put in the fridge to chill or serve over ice.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 23kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 0.3mg | Sugar: 6g | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.003mg
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