Hot weather calls for a nice cold drink, and these refreshing non-alcoholic summer drinks have you covered. Make them by the glass or the pitcherful ~ they’re colorful, thirst-quenching alternatives to soda and artificially flavored drinks.
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classic lemonade
Everyone should know how to make themselves a perfect glass of classic lemonade, it’s a simple matter of getting the proportions right. Master this and you’ve got summer’s most iconic non alcoholic drink!
bee balm tea
Iced tea is a classic non alcoholic drink perfect for the hottest months, but don’t limit yourself to Lipton. Learn how to make your own herbal tea with bee balm flowers from your backyard!
frozen mint lemonade
Refreshing doesn’t even begin to describe the bright, bold flavor of this mint infused frozen lemonade. I can’t imagine anything better for the hottest, stickiest days of summer!
homemade cream soda!
A super simple recipe for a classic nostalgic soda ~ who knew it would be so easy!
Italian cream soda
Bring an old time soda fountain classic to your kitchen with my Italian Cream Soda, made with real fruit syrup! I use Italian prune plums but you can use all sorts of fruit in yours.
creamy lemonade
Put this on your summer to-do list! My creamy lemonade recipe takes its cue from different types of creamy lemonades out there, from Brazilian lemonade (actually made with limes) and blender lemonade, to current social media crazes made with sweetened condensed milk. My version is simple, sophisticated, and a taste sensation. I could sip on it all day long.
fruit infused water
Water ~ it’s the OG non alcoholic drink! This is a fun and festive way to keep everyone hydrated all summer long. I’ll show you how to get super creative with this.
toasted almond horchata
I love discovering new ways to refresh in warm weather ~ and this cool silky Mexican horchata (vegan or dairy) is a revelation!
rhubarb soda
As beautiful as it is delicious, you won’t find this in any soda aisle!
fresh peach lemonade
Ripe peaches sweeten this lemonade so sugar is optional. Any extra peach puree can be made into a peachy soda, as above!
lemon balm tea
Lemon balm tea is an herbal tea that’s been made for centuries ~ enjoy it hot or iced.
How to Make Hibiscus Tea
Healthy hydration is my pain point ~ I’m a coffee in the morning and wine at night type. So when I come across a vibrant caffeine and sugar-free drink like hibiscus tea, I’m all over it.
Doogh (Persian yogurt soda)
A refreshingly minty Middle Eastern soda made with yogurt! This non alcoholic drink comes with lots of bonus benefits, like gut-healthy probiotics.
raspberry agua fresca
Kick the canned water and try raspberry agua fresca. This traditional Mexican drink is healthier, cheaper, and better for the environment!
rosemary lemonade
I like this lemonade variation because it gives a little bit of an adult edge to a delicious but predictable summer drink. Add a splash of vodka or gin to turn your non alcoholic drink into a low abv cocktail!
blueberry lemonade
Blueberries and lemon are a stunning pair! I just love the vibrant purple color and berry flavor in this upgraded lemonade.
iced sweet Moroccan mint tea
This traditional Middle Eastern tea is amazing and it’s a no brainer to ice it in the summer. Fresh mint leaves from your garden (or the supermarket) give this tea a distinctive cooling, refreshing flavor. You can change it up by using any of the many varieties of mint.
layered juice ice cubes
A fun project for the kids this summer, my layered ice cubes turn plain water into fruity drink, and each one will be unique. This is a creative way to wean everybody off soda.
Homemade Kefir Recipe
This homemade kefir is smooth, tangy, and packed with feel-good probiotics. All you need is 2 ingredients and a jar! You can make all sorts of Kefir Smoothie Recipes with it too.
homemade (sugar free!) grape soda
This is a versatile recipe that can be adapted to just about any fruit.
strawberry lemonade
Fresh strawberry puree sweetens up a classic lemonade and makes it pretty in pink.
Star Spangled Fruit Infused Water
Use a star shaped cookie cutter to make watermelon stars for this patriotic refresher.
Fresh Strawberry Milk
This idea can be adapted for so many different summer fruits ~ try it out on your kids!
wild violet lemonade
Some call this magical color change lemonade because the acidity of the lemons causes the blue violet infusion to turn to a vivid pink.
Date Shake Smoothie
This energy boosting date shake smoothie combines dates, yogurt, and almond butter into a luxuriously thick, creamy drink that’s naturally sweet and super delish.
These look fantastic Sue! You are so creative! Thanks for getting us started for the hot summer with some very cool drinks.
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