Refreshing Summer Drink Recipes to Keep You Cool

As the sun shines brighter and the days get longer, there’s nothing quite like a refreshing drink to help you beat the heat.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, lounging by the pool, or just enjoying a quiet afternoon, these summer drink recipes are sure to quench your thirst and keep you cool.

Let’s dive into some delicious concoctions that are perfect for the season!

Frozen Pina Colada Mocktail 

Ingredients:

• 2 cups ice
• 45ml Cashmere Syrups Pina Colada Cocktail Mixer
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Pineapple wedges for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine ice, cocktail mixer, and lime juice. 
2. Fill glasses with mixture.
3. Garnish with pineapple wedges and enjoy!

Watermelon Mint Cooler

Ingredients:

• 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
• 1 cup fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• Sparkling water
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Blend the watermelon until smooth, then strain to remove pulp.
2. In a pitcher, combine the watermelon juice, mint leaves, and lime juice.
3. Muddle the mint leaves gently to release their flavour.
4. Fill glasses with ice, pour in the watermelon mixture, and top with sparkling water.
5. Garnish with mint sprigs and a slice of lime.

Mango Pineapple Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe mango, peeled and chopped
• 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
• 1 banana
• 1 cup coconut water
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Adjust thickness by adding more coconut water or ice, as desired.
3. Pour into glasses and garnish with a slice of mango or pineapple.

Cucumber Lemonade

Ingredients:

• 1 large cucumber, sliced
• 1 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
• 4 cups water
• Ice cubes
• Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions:

1. Blend cucumber slices with 1 cup of water until smooth. Strain to extract the juice.
2. In a pitcher, combine cucumber juice, lemon juice, honey, and remaining water. Stir well.
3. Fill glasses with ice, pour in the cucumber lemonade, and garnish with lemon slices.

Iced Hibiscus Tea

Ingredients:

• 4 cups water
• 60ml Peach & Hibiscus Iced Tea Concentrate 
• Fresh berries (optional)
• Lime slices for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine the water and iced tea concentrate.
2. Serve over ice and garnish with fresh berries and lime slices.

Berry Basil Sparkler

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
• Sparkling water
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. In a glass, muddle the berries, basil, and honey together.
2. Fill the glass with ice, then top with sparkling water.
3. Stir gently and garnish with extra berries and a basil leaf.

These refreshing summer drink recipes are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a quiet afternoon by yourself. Experiment with these flavours, and feel free to mix and match ingredients to create your own signature summer sips.

Cheers to a cool and delicious summer!