Upping your water intake for the summer months just got easier with these tasty, easy drink recipes.
Hydration is important year-round, but especially key in the warmer months. Water is the best hydrator, but sometimes you may want a little extra flavor in your drinks. We’ve gathered some of our favorite hydrating and delicious recipes for you to try in this blog. You can get creative and make some recipes of your own, too!
Homemade Electrolyte Blends
While it may be tempting to turn to sports drinks in the summer, they’re often filled with a lot of added sugars. Why not try a homemade version? This hydrating homemade electrolyte blend incorporates summer flavors: coconut, lime, orange juice, and water. For an even simpler version, try coconut water, lime juice, and sparkling water for a quick, refreshing drink.
Coconut Water Blends
Coconut water is a great natural hydration boost. Take a look at this coconut lime refresher, or try blending coconut water and strawberries together for a delicious treat. If you enjoy pineapple, try this pineapple coconut water recipe. For a twist on a classic lemonade, give this one a try! It’s refreshing and hydrating all in one. Try adding new ingredients, like mint, ginger, or honey, for some interesting new flavors.
Water Infusions
Infusing your water can be an easy way to add in new flavors. Some exciting ones to try are lime, mint, orange, lemon, rosemary, pineapple, mango, or kiwi. Take a look at this guide on how to infuse water, and give some of their creative flavor profiles a try. Blending flavors together, like watermelon and mint, or cherry with lime, can create delicious mixes that are unique and inspiring.
Melon Drinks
Melons are a great fruit to incorporate into summer drinks. This watermelon mint drink is light and refreshing, perfect to sip by a pool or in your backyard. Consider adding a bit of heat to it with jalapenos or chili powder for a stronger kick. Or, give this cucumber and cantaloupe recipe a try for a delicious drink. For a hint of flavor, blend up some watermelon or cantaloupe and add the puree to sparkling water for an afternoon pick-me-up.
Sparkling Water Refreshers
Sparkling water can be a delicious way to increase your water intake. Consider adding a fruit blend for a vibrant and tasty drink, or add real fruit juice to the water for a healthy flavor addition. Raspberry lime is another great flavor combo that’s sure to be a winner.
These easy drink recipes are delicious and hydrating, and you can make them for yourself or your friends. Share them with a summer club or enjoy them with a nice book away from the heat. However you choose to enjoy these summer drinks, consider trying exciting new flavors and combinations to keep refreshed and hydrated all summer long. For more ideas, visit the CapTel blog.
