One of the best ways to cool your body temperature is to drink lots of water that also helps to keep it hydrated in summer. Staying hydrated is the most important factor to keep going in this sweltering heat and maintain good health. While water is the utmost important drink to quench your thirst, you can try other summer beverages that not only satisfy your thirst but also keep your body cool. So quench your thirst with these refreshing summer drinks including fruit punch, juice blends, summer cocktails, and cooling slushies.
17 Amazing Summer Beverages You Must Drink
1. Mojito
It’s a very refreshing drink for hot summer days. The origin of this drink may be traced back to Cuba and almost all of the ingredients in the Mojito are indigenous to Cuba. Rum, lime, mint, and sugar are mixed with soda water to create a refreshing classic cocktail. The Mojito is traditionally served over ice in a highball glass anis d often associated with summer. They are quick and easy to make, so vibrant and lovely.
2. Mango Lassi
Mangoes are delicious, and more than half of Indians are obsessed with them. A glass of chilled mango lassi would not only quench your thirst but also make you ffeelrefreshed, energized, and happy. A perfect start to the summer and a better treat to beat the heat. It’s too good, frothy, creamy, and authentic summer beverage to drink on hot summer days.
3. Blueberry Slush
Cooling and refreshing, this healthy, sugar-free, three-ingredient blueberry slush is a snap to make. Simple blend up frozen blueberries with fresh, squeezed orange juice for an icy, cooling, delicious summer treat, full of healthy antioxidants, and best of all no added sugar. To make this blueberry slushy, simply add the ingredients to the blender. The milk in the recipe helps the Blueberry slushy become creamy and sweet. This blueberry slushy is super refreshing, perfect for summer, and can be done in 5 minutes.
4. Pomegranate Sangria
It begs to be enjoyed on a hot, sunny day, preferably spent on the beach or overlooking the sea. Pomegranate Sangria is perfectly sweet with just the right fruit and wine combination. Thinly sliced oranges and lemons are intertwined with pomegranate juice and red wine to give the star fruit even more flavor and color. Make your pomegranate sangria in the morning and serve it later in the evening. The fruit will take on the dark red hue of the pomegranate juice and flavors will meld and come together. It is everything a pitcher cocktail should be and more.
5. Strawberry Limeade
Strawberry limeade is a refreshing summer cooler made with fresh strawberries, freshly squeezed lime juice, lemon-lime soda, and sugar. The hardest part about making this strawberry limeade is prepping up the ingredients which involves hulling and chopping up the strawberries and squeezing the lime juice. It is made with only four ingredients and it comes together in about 5 minutes, making a perfect thirst-quencher when you want something quick and easy.
6. Chocolate Cherry Smoothie
Chocolate and cherry is a classic flavor combination. Waking up in summer and having something chocolatey for breakfast seems so indulgent, but this chocolate cherry smoothie tastes more indulgent than it is, as it is pretty healthy and you could easily sneak in some greens too. Sweet and juice cherry blended with your favorite milk, cocoa powder, er, and bananas to thicken made a rich and delicious chocolate cherry smoothie that the whole family will love. It’s made from healthy enough ingredients that it’s an easy summer breakfast or snack but has all the flavor of dessert.
7. Pina Colada
A popular cocktail, Whether blended or shaken, it’s a great summertime drink with the delicious flavor combination of pineapple and coconut backed by your favorite rum. The name Pina Colada means “strained pineapple” a reference to the freshly pressed and strained pineapple. It is made with 3 simple ingredients- frozen pineapple, rum, and coconut milk. It contains zero added sweeteners. And it is guaranteed to give you those delicious, beach, and sunny vacation vibes.
8. Watermelon Slush
What could be more perfect in the heat of the summer than a simple 3 ingredient juicy watermelon slush? With a little lime and a watermelon, you will have yourself a juicy icy treat that the whole family will love. Watermelon, ice, and a bit of lime juice are simply blended in this quick treat. Watermelon is the perfect way to hydrate yourself in summer. Ice, cold, refreshing, and bursting with watermelon flavor. That’s this drink in a nutshell.
9. Cold Brew Iced Coffee
If you crave a good iced coffee in the summer, the clod brews iced coffee is the best solution. Cold brew iced coffee is dirt simple to make at home using a Manson jar and a sieve. It is simply a concentrate of coffee that’s brewed for many hours at room temperature, then powered poured over ice, and diluted with water, milk, or a milk substitute. So enjoy the cold brew coffee over ice or with your favorite milk or creamer.
10. Lemon Gin Fizz
On hot summer evenings, this is the drink you want. This lemon gin fizz is simple and so refreshing dry gin, freshly squeezed lemon juice and club soda make for a light and citrusy adult beverage. This recipe is served in 2 minutes. This refreshing gin, mint, and lemon fizz will cool down and keep you hydrated, without having to reach for sugary drinks.
11. Lemonade
Classic, refreshing, and perfect for hot summer days. You can make it with freshly squeezed lemons, water, and sugar, and you can even add some mint leaves or berries for extra flavor.
12. Iced Tea
Whether it’s black tea, green tea, or herbal tea, iced tea is a great way to cool down. You can sweeten it with honey or add lemon for a citrusy kick.
13. Watermelon Cooler
Blend fresh watermelon chunks with ice, a splash of lime juice, and a hint of mint for a hydrating and delicious summer drink.
14. Aperol Spritz
A refreshing Italian cocktail made with Aperol, prosecco, and soda water, garnished with a slice of orange. It’s light, bubbly, and perfect for sipping on a sunny afternoon.
15. Frozen Margarita
Blend tequila, lime juice, triple sec, and ice until smooth for a frozen treat that’s perfect for summer parties and gatherings.
16. Sangria
A fruity Spanish wine punch made with red or white wine, chopped fruit, a splash of brandy, and a bit of sweetener. It’s colorful, flavorful, and perfect for sharing with friends.
17. Coconut Water
Straight from the coconut or packaged, coconut water is naturally hydrating and packed with electrolytes, making it an ideal choice for staying refreshed during the summer heat.
These beverages are sure to keep you cool and hydrated during the hottest months of the year!
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