Summer Drink Recipes

Discover refreshing summer drink recipes like iced teas, lemonades, spritzers, and blended mocktails made with real fruit, minimal sugar, and easy make-ahead options.

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You’ll find infused waters, iced teas, lemonades, agua frescas, and spritzers with simple ratios for scaling. Muddle or slice cucumbers the long way for clean flavor, chill concentrates ahead, then top with still or sparkling water at serve time.

Garnish with citrus wheels and fresh herbs; add alcohol only if desired. Most recipes keep 2–3 days refrigerated so you can prep once and pour all weekend.

Why You’ll Love These Summer Drink Recipes

• Fresh, Real Ingredients: Citrus, herbs, and peak-season fruit for clean, crisp flavor.
• Low-Sugar Options: Naturally sweetened with fruit, honey, or maple, no syrup overload.
• Make-Ahead Friendly: Chill concentrates and simple syrups so pouring is instant.
• Batchable for Parties: Easy pitcher ratios for cookouts and porch hangs.
• Mocktail or Cocktail: Alcohol optional with clear swaps either way.
• Customizable & Kid-Friendly: Mix still or sparkling, adjust tartness, and garnish to taste.

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1

Pomegranate Mocktail

This Pomegranate Mocktail recipe is the perfect drink featuring a gorgeous color and delicious flavors.

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2

Watermelon Slushy

A quick and easy recipe for a Watermelon Slushy that's cold, refreshing and delicious! Perfect for a hot summer day.

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3

Iced Matcha Latte

Make a coffee shop quality drink with this homemade Iced Matcha Latte recipe, a great way to start your morning!

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4

Berry Kefir Smoothie

A fresh Berry Kefir Smoothie is a great way to start your morning or end your day with a nutritious, clean treat!

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5

Cucumber Mint Cooler

This Cucumber Mint Cooler Recipe is an easy mocktail that looks as refreshing as it truly is, naturally sweetened with honey and a fantastic combination of cucumber and mint!

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6

Pink Lemonade

This homemade lemonade gets its pink color from fresh raspberries and is perfect for a hot summer day!

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7

Peach Iced Tea

Healthy, homemade Peach Iced Tea – a naturally delicious and sweet iced tea that's perfectly refreshing for a hot summer day.

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8

Iced Mocha

This is a super simple, but incredibly addictive Iced Mocha recipe. Rich chocolate coffee flavor made right at home.

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9

Strawberry Infused Water

Strawberry Water with blackberries and rosemary, a flavor combination that works deliciously well, perfect for a refreshing summer drink!

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10

Apple Blueberry Smoothie

An easy and delicious apple blueberry smoothie that requires just 3 ingredients, yogurt, apple juice and fresh blueberries!

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11

Chocolate Protein Shake

Our Chocolate Protein Shakes will help increase your protein intake all the while providing rich chocolate flavor and a good reason to workout!

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Recommended Equipment

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Glass Milk Bottles

Wooden Utensil Set

Measuring Cups & Spoons

Glass Measuring Cups

Dualbrew Coffee Maker

Iced Coffee Glasses

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• Medicine Ball Tea
• Spinach Smoothie
• Homemade Almond Milk

Did You Make One Of These Summer Drink Recipes?

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