Source: Viennetta14, AdobeStockThe best way to escape the heat is to drink plenty of fluids. So, refreshing summer drinks are simply a must! We've compiled a large selection of recipes: compotes, fruit drinks, lemonades, iced tea, or coffee. Choose the option you like best. And don't forget to stock up on ice in the freezer beforehand!
1. Classic Summer Lemonade
Source: rcept.ruYou can also prepare it with other citrus fruits using the same principle.
You will need: 2 liters of water, 400 g sugar, 350 ml lemon juice.
Preparation: Mix sugar and 250 ml of water, bring to a boil, and simmer until the sugar dissolves. Let it cool and mix with the remaining water and lemon juice. Chill the lemonade, add citrus slices, mint leaves, and ice as desired.
2. Raspberry Fruit Drink
Source: pinterest.comAlways serve the fruit drink chilled.
You will need: 1.5 cups raspberries, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 liter water.
Preparation: Mash the raspberries and cover them with water. Bring to a boil, simmer for 5-7 minutes, and add sugar. Cook until dissolved, strain the fruit drink through cheesecloth, and let it cool.
3. Watermelon Drink with Ice
Source: goodfon.ruIf the drink is too thick, add a little water.
You will need: 600 g watermelon flesh, 1 lime or lemon, 2 sprigs of mint, ice.
Preparation: Blend the watermelon with mint until smooth. Add lime or lemon juice to taste; you can also add a little honey or sugar. Serve the finished drink with ice.
4. Iced Green Tea with Strawberries
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruNot only delicious but also very beautiful when served.
You will need: 1 liter water, 4 tsp green tea, 150 g strawberries, 1 lime, 1.5-2 tbsp sugar, 2 sprigs of mint.
Preparation: Pour boiling water over the tea, let it steep, and strain. Add sugar to taste and cool. Thinly slice the lime and strawberries, pick off the mint leaves. Pour the brewed tea over everything, stir, and refrigerate to chill.
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5. Peach Milkshake
Source: eatthis.comTo get a less creamy taste, replace some of the ice cream with ice.
You will need: 3 peaches, 300 ml milk, 200 g ice cream.
Preparation: Blanch the peaches with boiling water, peel them, and chop them arbitrarily. Put all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
6. Iced Coffee with Milk
Source: cookpad.comIt's very convenient to make with instant coffee – it only takes a few minutes.
You will need: 2 tsp instant coffee, 3 tbsp warm water, 1 tsp sugar, 1 glass milk, ice.
Preparation: Mix instant coffee, sugar, and warm water, and whisk until slightly frothy. Pour milk into a glass with ice and then pour the prepared coffee on top.
7. Sea Buckthorn Fruit Drink with Honey
Source: livejournal.comSea buckthorn drinks are simply a godsend for hot days.
You will need: 300 g sea buckthorn, 4 tbsp honey, 1 liter water.
Preparation: Blend the sea buckthorn into a puree and strain it through a sieve. Pour water over the pulp, add honey, bring to a boil, and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat, let it steep for 15 minutes, and strain. Add the sea buckthorn juice, stir the fruit drink, and let it cool.
8. Summer Cherry Compote
Source: dzen.ruOf course, you can also make this compote with sour cherries.
You will need: 2.5 liters water, 400 g sweet cherries, 150 g sugar, 2 clove buds, 10 g vanilla sugar.
Preparation: Boil water and add the sweet cherries. Add both types of sugar and cloves or other spices to taste. Simmer the compote for about 5 minutes, remove from heat, and let it cool and steep.
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9. Frappé
Source: triptonkosti.ruYou can also add your favorite syrup, a little sugar, and whipped cream.
You will need: 200 ml coffee, 100 ml milk, 3-4 ice cubes.
Preparation: Prepare coffee in advance and let it cool. Put coffee, cold milk, and ice into a blender. Blend until frothy and pour the frappé into a glass.
10. Coconut Lemonade
Source: dzen.ruFans of exotic lemonades will surely be delighted!
You will need: 2 lemons, 1.5 liters sparkling mineral water, 2 limes, 4-6 tbsp brown sugar, 150 ml water, 60-100 ml coconut cream, 4 sprigs of mint.
Preparation: Squeeze juice from lemons and mix it with water and sugar. Bring the syrup almost to a boil, let it cool, and pour into a pitcher. Add coconut cream, juice of one lime, slices of the second lime, mint sprigs, and sparkling water. Stir and serve the lemonade with ice.
11. Brazilian Lemonade
Source: postila.ruAn unusual summer drink made with lime and condensed milk.
You will need: 4 limes, 200 g sugar, 1.4 liters water, 6 tbsp condensed milk, ice.
Preparation: Roughly chop the limes with their peels and remove the seeds. Blend the lime, sugar, and water. Strain this mixture, add condensed milk, and blend again. Add ice and blend the lemonade one last time.
12. Non-Alcoholic Mojito
Source: vostorg.buzzA good alternative to regular lemonade.
You will need: 1 glass Sprite or sparkling mineral water, 1 lime, 1 tsp brown sugar, 2-3 sprigs of mint, ice.
Preparation: Slice half of the lime, and squeeze juice from the other half. Put everything into a glass. Add mint leaves, sugar, and gently muddle. Add ice and pour Sprite over the mojito.
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13. Iced Black Tea with Blueberries and Lemon
Source: dzen.ruYou must try this, it's very tasty and simple!
You will need: 600 ml water, 2 tsp black tea, 100 g blueberries, 1/2 lemon, 1 tbsp honey.
Preparation: Pour boiling water over the tea, let it steep, and strain. Pour lemon juice over the blueberries and simmer slightly over low heat. Strain this mixture through a sieve and mix with the tea. Add honey, stir until dissolved, and chill in the refrigerator. You can add a few lemon slices and some whole berries.
14. Smoothie with Ice
Source: cookpad.comNot only a refreshing drink but also a light alternative to a quick snack.
You will need: 1 banana, 200 ml pineapple juice, 200-250 g blueberries, 200 g raspberries, honey, ice.
Preparation: Peel and slice the banana, wash the berries. Blend the fruits, berries, and pineapple juice using a blender. Add honey and ice to taste and blend the smoothie again.
15. Yogurt Lassi
Source: pinterest.comThe perfect combination of taste and health benefits.
You will need: 150 ml milk, 250 ml yogurt, honey, 1 pinch cinnamon, 1 pinch cardamom.
Preparation: Whisk the milk with yogurt and honey until frothy. Pour the resulting drink into glasses with ice and sprinkle with spices.
16. Iced Berry Tea
Source: fb.ruYou can use both fresh and frozen berries.
You will need: 400 g berries to taste, 3 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp black tea, 2 liters water.
Preparation: Cover the berries with sugar and water, bring to a boil, and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat, add black tea, and let it steep. Chill the drink in the refrigerator and serve with ice.
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17. Lemonade with Strawberries, Cucumber, and Basil
Source: menunedeli.ruWonderfully refreshing even on the hottest days.
You will need: 1 liter sparkling mineral water, 2-3 cucumbers, 400 g strawberries, 1 lemon, 2 sprigs of basil, 100 g sugar.
Preparation: Pour a glass of plain water over the sugar and simmer the syrup for 5-7 minutes after boiling over low heat. Add basil to it, let it steep and cool under the lid. Roughly chop the cucumbers, strawberries, and lemon. Put them into a jar or pitcher, pour in the sugar syrup, and add sparkling water. Let the lemonade steep for a bit and serve with ice.
18. Fruit and Berry Compote
Source: attuale.ruPrepares very quickly and without unnecessary hassle.
You will need: 300 g blackcurrants, 200 g red or white currants, 300 g gooseberries, 200 g raspberries, 500 g apricots, 300 g plums, 7 liters water, 500-700 g sugar.
Preparation: Wash and dry the fruits and berries. Cover them with sugar and pour hot water over them. Bring the compote to a boil, simmer for 2-3 minutes, and then let it steep under the lid.
19. Iced Hibiscus Tea with Apple Juice
Source: podacha-blud.comNot the most obvious combination and quite an original drink.
You will need: 700 ml water, 300 ml apple juice, 3 tsp hibiscus, 1 sprig of mint, ice.
Preparation: Pour boiling water over the hibiscus, let it steep, and strain. Mix with apple juice and serve everything with ice and mint leaves.
20. Iced Chocolate Coffee
Source: AdobeStockWill appeal to lovers of mocha and chocolate drinks.
You will need: 150 ml coffee, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water, 1-1.5 cups milk, 1 tbsp cocoa, 2 handfuls of ice.
Preparation: Cover sugar with water, bring to a boil, and simmer until dissolved. Stir cocoa into the resulting syrup, mix, and refrigerate for 1 hour. Fill glasses with ice, pour in cold coffee and milk. Top with a spoonful of chocolate syrup.