Refreshing Summer Drink Recipes

Cool off and quench your thirst with these delicious fresh summer drink recipes. These healthy, fun recipes can be enjoyed by everyone.

Follow these delicious summer drink recipes or make your own flavor combinations with fresh fruits and herbs. Add a serving of Pure Balance CBD oil to your drink for balance and calming support.

Each drink has its own unique flavor profile, perfect to beat the heat with. Serve with fresh fruit slices, mint leaves for a fabulous presentation. These cooling beverages are the perfect crowd pleaser for your summer parties.

Beat The Heat With These Must-Try Summer Drink Recipes

Cucumber Cooler

A light hydrating beverage to cool off with, this cucumber cooler recipe is an elegant drink perfect for entertaining guests on a hot day. Here’s what you need:

Ingredients:

• 3 cucumbers, peeled and chopped 
• 1/4 cup water 
• 1/4 cup sugar 
• 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary  
• Sparkling water

Directions:

1. In a blender, add peeled and chopped cucumber with a splash of water and blend. Run through a strainer and discard the pulp.  If you have a juicer on hand, juice the cucumbers and set the juice aside. 

2. In a small saucepan, set over medium heat, combine the water, sugar, and rosemary. Stir until the sugar has dissolved. Immediately turn off the heat and allow the rosemary sprigs to infuse for about 20 minutes. Remove rosemary pieces.

3. In a pitcher, mix the cucumber juice and the simple syrup together. Chill until you’re ready to serve. Divide amongst glasses full of ice and top with a splash of sparkling water.  Garnish with a sprig of rosemary and a cucumber slice. Add a serving of Pure Balance CBD oil to your cup. (optional)

Ginger Mint Lemonade Cooler

A classic summertime favorite, this refreshing ginger mint lemonade recipe takes this simple sweet beverage to the next level. Kick your feet up and sip on a delicious glass of this ice-cold minty lemonade.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup (packed) chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh ginger
• 1/3 cup honey
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 1/2 cups (about) cold water
• Ice cubes
• Fresh mint leaves
• Lemon slices

Directions:

1. Boil 2 cups of water and add chopped mint, ginger, and honey. Remove from heat and let it steep for 30 minutes.

2. Press down on the solids in the pan and then strain through a sieve into a large pitcher. Add fresh lemon juice and about 2 cups of cold water. Cover and refrigerate.

3. To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes. Add lemonade and garnish with mint leaves and lemon slices. Add a serving of Pure Balance CBD oil to your cup. (optional)

Tropical Breeze Cooler

Dreaming of a tropical getaway? This pineapple coconut cooler will transport you there! Refresh your body with this hydrating pick-me-up whenever you need it. Complete with electrolytes to restore important minerals that your body needs. 

Ingredients:

• 3 cups water
• 2 cups coconut water
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• ½ teaspoon salt

Directions:

1. In a large pitcher, mix together water, coconut water, lemon juice, pineapple juice, and salt. Cover and store in the refrigerator for 1 week.

2. To serve, pour over ice or blend for a cold hydrating slushy treat. Garnish with a fresh pineapple slice. Add a serving of Pure Balance CBD oil to your cup. (optional)

Cantaloupe Cooler

This delicious light cantaloupe cooler is a beautiful drink that matches the color of a summer sunset. Perfect for sharing with friends, this delightful fruity beverage is unique and pairs nicely with light summer appetizers.

Ingredients: 

• 1 cantaloupe (4 cups chopped fruit)
• 1-2 cups of cold water
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• a few sprigs of fresh mint (or basil)
• ice

Directions:

1. Cut a ripe cantaloupe into quarters and remove the rind. Cut into chunks and place into a blender. Blend until fully pureed, then strain through a fine-mesh strainer and collect the juice in a pitcher. 

2. Add 1-2 cups of cold water, fresh lemon juice, and mint. Cover and refrigerate.

3. Pour over ice, blend, or freeze into a popsicle mold and enjoy! Add a serving of Pure Balance CBD oil to your cup. (optional)