Refreshing Drink Recipes to Beat the Heat

As the summer sun reaches its peak, staying hydrated is more important than ever. But who says hydration has to be boring?

Here are some simple recipes that are low in sugar and offer a nice change of pace from water.

Cucumber Mint Sparkler

A drink that’s as refreshing as a cool breeze on a hot day, this delightful beverage combines the crispness of cucumber with the invigorating flavor of mint and effervescence of sparkling water. It’s light, refreshing and perfect for sipping on a lazy afternoon or serving at your next summer gathering. 

Ingredients:

• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• Fresh mint leaves
• Sparkling water
• Ice cubes
• Lime wedges (optional)

Instructions:

1. Add cucumber slices and mint leaves to a pitcher.
2. Fill the pitcher with sparkling water.
3. Serve over ice cubes.
4. Garnish with lime wedges if desired.

Watermelon Cooler

With the natural sweetness of watermelon, a hint of lime, and the freshness of mint, this drink perfectly captures the essence of summer in a glass.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups watermelon chunks (seedless)
• Juice of 1 lime
• Fresh mint leaves
• Cold water or sparkling water
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Blend the watermelon chunks until smooth.
2. Strain the watermelon juice to remove any pulp.
3. Add lime juice and a few fresh mint leaves.
4. Dilute with cold water or sparkling water to taste.
5. Serve over ice cubes.

Berry Infused Water

Say goodbye to sugary drinks and hello to a healthier, tastier way to hydrate. This vibrant drink not only quenches your thirst but also provides a burst of antioxidants and vitamins from the berries.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• Fresh basil or mint leaves
• Cold water
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Add mixed berries and fresh basil or mint leaves to a large jug.
2. Fill the jug with cold water.
3. Let it sit in the fridge for at least an hour to infuse.
4. Serve over ice cubes.                   

Coconut Lime Refresher  

Take a “mini vacation” on a sweltering afternoon with this cool, tropical drink. It will quench your thirst, lift your spirits and replenish your electrolytes.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup coconut water
• Juice of 2 limes
• Sparkling water
• Fresh mint leaves
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Mix coconut water and lime juice in a glass.
2. Top with sparkling water.
3. Add fresh mint leaves.
4. Serve over ice cubes.

Cheers to a season of delicious sips and sunny days~

Much love,
Health Coach Carol

 “Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer’s day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time.” — John Lubbock