The hottest days of summer are here and it’s time to break out the blender! We all know that the best way to beat the heat is by staying hydrated, but sometimes we want something a little bit more refreshing. With these cold beverage recipes, you’ll be able to cool off without any fuss; whether you need an afternoon pick-me-up or a late-night treat after dinner, this blog post has got you covered.
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Cold Beverage Recipes To Beat The Summer Heat:
Icy Strawberry Lemonade
This cold lemonade recipe is the perfect way to beat the heat. With a refreshing combination of strawberries and lemons, this cold beverage will leave you feeling cool from head to toe! All it takes is three ingredients for this simple drink; grab your blender and get started! Read more about how to make Icy Strawberry Lemonade here.
| Ingredients | Preparation time | Servings | Step by step instructions: Strawberries (~15 medium-sized berries), sliced into small chunks Sugar Ice cubes Blender Water Optional toppings/whipped cream.
Directions
Place all strawberry pieces in a blender along with sugar and ice cubes. Blend on high for about a minute until smooth and creamy.
Hibiscus Mocktini
The hibiscus in this cold beverage recipe gives the drink a beautiful pink color and also adds to its amazing flavor. The simple syrup used here is easy to whip up at home. You can substitute cold water for sparkling water if you prefer a more refreshing drink that isn’t as sweet.
Directions
In a small bowl, dissolve sugar into warm water until completely dissolved. Add cold water ice cubes and stir well. Pour the mixture over the fresh fruit of your choice (make sure they are washed). Optional- add mint leaves or lemon wedges for garnish! | Ingredients | Preparation Time: ~15 minutes | Servings: 12 servings |
Raspberry Fizz
This cold raspberry drink is a fun way to beat the summer heat. The combination of sparkling water and raspberry juice makes for a refreshing beverage that everyone will love. You can easily make this recipe ahead of time by mixing all of the ingredients in a pitcher, then adding ice cubes right before serving.
Directions
In a small saucepan, bring sugar and water to a boil over medium-high heat until the sugar has dissolved completely. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Pour into a large pitcher or jug along with raspberries and sparkling water. Stir well to combine and refrigerate until cold. | Ingredients | Preparation Time: ~15 minutes | Servings: 12 servings
Watermelon- Mint Drink
This cold drink recipe is perfect for a hot summer day. With only three ingredients, it’s easy to put together and the watermelon-mint flavour combination is amazing. You can adjust the sweetness of this drink by adding more or less sugar, depending on your preferences.
Directions
In a blender, combine cubed watermelon, fresh mint leaves, and sugar until smooth. Pour mixture into glasses over ice cubes and enjoy immediately! | Ingredients | Preparation Time: ~15 minutes | Servings: 12 servings |
Pineapple Gingerale
This cold beverage only requires three ingredients for a quick and easy drink recipe. You can use fresh or canned pineapple in this cold cocktail, depending on your preference; just make sure you drain the juice from the canned version first.
Directions
Place ice cubes in glasses before adding the mixture to ensure coldness. Pour all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth (you may need to add more ginger ale if it’s too thick). Serve immediately over ice with optional garnishes of lime wedges or sliced red grapes | Ingredients: ~15 minutes | Servings: 12 servings |
Coconut Water Lemonade
This cold beverage recipe is refreshing and delicious any time of year, but it’s especially great for summer because you can make the fruit ice cubes ahead of time. If you don’t have coconut water on hand, use cold sparkling mineral or club soda instead (just add a little more sugar to taste).
Recipe Notes:
Topping ideas include sliced fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries; lime slices or wedges; mint leaves | Ingredients: ~15 minutes | Servings: 12 servings | Preparation Time: 15 – 20 minutes Total Time: 30 Minutes |
Frozen Blueberry Lemonade
This cold drink recipe is incredibly refreshing but it’s also packed with vitamin C thanks to the blueberries. You can make this beverage ahead of time by freezing the lemonade in ice cube trays, then adding them right before serving.
Directions
Add all ingredients except soda water and cold water cubes into a blender container or large pitcher; blend until smooth (you may need to add more sugar if you prefer sweeter drinks). Pour mixture over ice cubes in glasses and fill halfway with cold sparkling mineral/club soda | Ingredients: ~15 minutes | Servings: 12 servings | Preparation Time: 15 – 20 minutes Total Time: 30 Minutes |
Iced Peach Tea
This cold beverage recipe is perfect for summer because you can make it ahead of time and store the fruit ice cubes in an airtight container at room temperature. Just add them to glasses with cold tea or sparkling mineral water when you’re ready to enjoy!
Directions
Add all ingredients except lemon slices into a pitcher/blender; stir until combined, then refrigerate until cold (about one hour). Add sliced lemons right before serving | Ingredients: ~15 minutes | Servings: 12 servings | Preparation Time: 15 – 20 minutes Total Time: 30 Minutes |
Conclusion
Beat the heat with these cold and refreshing beverage recipes. With only a few simple ingredients, you can make any of these cold drinks in just minutes! Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy drink recipe or something more complex, we’ve got you covered. Stay cool this summer with these delicious cold beverages.