Summer’s here, and there’s no better way to beat the heat than with a cool, refreshing drink. Forget the same old iced tea and lemonade; it’s time to get creative. We’ve rounded up fun and unique recipes that take these classic drinks to a whole new level. Hosting a barbecue or lounging by the pool? These recipes have got you covered. From fruity infusions to herbal twists, cheers to something tasty and refreshing!
Roasted Peach Lemonade
Roasted Peach Lemonade combines the sweetness of roasted peaches with the tang of lemonade. It’s a great choice for cooling down on a hot summer day.
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Strawberry Basil Lemonade
Strawberry Basil Lemonade mixes fresh strawberries and basil. Naturally sweetened with honey, it’s a refreshing drink for summer.
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Cranberry Raspberry Chia Lemonade
Cranberry Raspberry Chia Lemonade brings together tart cranberries, sweet raspberries, and chia seeds. It’s a refreshing and healthy drink for summer.
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Matcha Green Tea Lemonade
Matcha Green Tea Lemonade is a bright drink that mixes matcha and lemonade. Quick and easy to make, it’s great for a caffeine boost on warm afternoons.
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Rhubarb and Strawberry Lemonade
Rhubarb and Strawberry Lemonade combines fresh strawberries with homemade rhubarb syrup. Great for picnics, pool parties, and summer celebrations.
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Homemade Peach Sweet Tea
Homemade Peach Sweet Tea blends brewed tea with homemade peach syrup. Every sip has the juicy flavor of ripe peaches, making it a refreshing summer choice.
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Limbu Sarbat (Indian Lemonade)
Limbu Sarbat is a cool Indian lemonade with simple syrup, cardamom, and mint. Perfect for hot weather.
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Passion Fruit Iced Tea
Passion Fruit Iced Tea mixes iced tea with tangy passion fruit. It’s easy to make and beats the summer heat.
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Iced Green Tea
Iced Green Tea with lemon and mint is a refreshing summer drink. It’s naturally sweetened and better than store-bought options.
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Butterfly Pea Tea
Butterfly Pea Tea is a colorful herbal drink from Southeast Asia. It changes from blue to purple with lemon juice, making it fun and refreshing.
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Blueberry Lavender Lemonade
Blueberry Lavender Lemonade balances sweet blueberries and lavender. It’s great for summer gatherings.
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Passion Fruit Lemonade
Passion Fruit Lemonade blends tart and sweet tropical flavors. Loaded with fresh passion fruit, it’s a crowd-pleaser at BBQs.
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Honeydew and Basil Lemonade
Honeydew and Basil Lemonade mixes honeydew melon with fresh basil and a touch of natural sweetener. A beautiful and refreshing summer drink.
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Berry Hibiscus Iced Tea
Berry Hibiscus Iced Tea combines sweet berries, fresh citrus, and hibiscus for a refreshing summer drink, perfect for hot afternoons.
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Sparkling Black Cherry Lemonade
Sparkling Black Cherry Lemonade is light, refreshing, and sugar-free. Simple to make and perfect for cooling off all summer long.
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How To Make Blackberry Lemonade
Blackberry Lemonade is easy to make with just four ingredients. It’s a fruity and refreshing homemade drink for summer.
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Best Lemonade Recipe (Roasted Lemonade)
This Best Lemonade Recipe uses roasted lemon juice with water and sugar for an irresistible summertime drink. A secret step makes it extra special.
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Bellini Peach Raspberry Iced Tea
Bellini Peach Raspberry Iced Tea is a copycat of the Olive Garden recipe. Easy to make at home and just as refreshing as the original.
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Orange Cinnamon Tea
Orange Cinnamon Tea is fruity and refreshing with a hint of cinnamon. A great thirst-quencher that takes little effort to make.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
