🍹 15 Refreshing Summer Drinks to Make This Season (Non-Alcoholic & Easy)

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy light, fruity and refreshing drinks – without needing alcohol. Whether you’re planning a picnic, a cozy backyard brunch, or simply want to cool down on a warm afternoon, these 15 summer drink recipes will bring flavor, freshness and fun to your season. All drinks are naturally sweet, family-friendly and simple to prepare. Let’s dive into the tastiest way to stay hydrated!

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🍋 1. Lemon Balm Lemonade

A soothing herbal lemonade that’s crisp, citrusy and calming – perfect for warm days and easy to prepare with garden herbs.

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch of fresh lemon balm
• Juice and zest of 1 organic lemon
• 1–1.5 L still or sparkling water
• 2 tbsp honey or agave syrup

Instructions:

1. Rinse the lemon balm and gently crush the leaves.
2. Combine with lemon juice, zest and honey in a carafe.
3. Add water and let steep for 30 minutes in the fridge.

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🌿 2. Lavender Lemon Water

A floral, relaxing drink to enjoy in the garden or during your afternoon break. Fragrant and delicate!

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp dried culinary lavender
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 750 ml cold water
• Optional: 1 tsp maple syrup

Instructions:

1. Steep the lavender in 100 ml hot water for 10 minutes, strain.
2. Mix the infusion with lemon juice, cold water and syrup.
3. Serve with ice and edible flowers.

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🍍 3. Pineapple Coconut Virgin Colada

Tropical, creamy and cooling – a favorite for sunny afternoons by the garden or pool.

Ingredients:

• 200 ml pineapple juice
• 150 ml coconut milk
• Juice of ½ lime
• Crushed ice

Instructions:

1. Blend pineapple juice, coconut milk and lime juice with crushed ice.
2. Serve chilled with a pineapple slice or mint leaf.

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🍑 4. Peach Basil Soda

Fresh peaches meet aromatic basil in this fizzy homemade soda that’s as pretty as it is delicious.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe peaches, sliced
• 6 fresh basil leaves
• Sparkling water
• 1 tsp honey (optional)

Instructions:

1. Muddle peach slices and basil in a glass.
2. Add honey if using, fill with ice.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir.

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🍓 5. Strawberry Hibiscus Iced Tea

Fruity and floral, this ruby-red iced tea is a hit with both kids and adults.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp dried hibiscus flowers
• 3 fresh strawberries, sliced
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• 750 ml water

Instructions:

1. Steep hibiscus in hot water for 10 minutes, strain.
2. Let cool, then add strawberries and maple syrup.
3. Serve over ice.

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🫐 6. Blueberry Lime Spritz

This refreshing drink is full of antioxidants and great taste – sparkling and satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 100 g blueberries
• Juice of 1 lime
• Sparkling water
• Ice

Instructions:

1. Muddle blueberries and lime juice in a glass.
2. Add ice and top with sparkling water.
3. Stir gently and garnish with lime slice.

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🍇 7. Berry Summer Punch

A beautiful mix of summer berries and juices – perfect for gatherings and brunches.

Ingredients:

• Handful of mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
• 500 ml apple or grape juice
• 500 ml sparkling water
• Mint leaves

Instructions:

1. Combine berries and juice in a pitcher.
2. Add mint and top with sparkling water before serving.

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🍉 8. Watermelon Crush

Light and hydrating, this juicy cooler is summer in a glass.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups seedless watermelon chunks
• Juice of ½ lime
• Ice cubes
• Optional: mint

Instructions:

1. Blend watermelon and lime juice until smooth.
2. Pour over ice and add mint.

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🍊 9. Grapefruit Rosemary Fizz

A sophisticated, aromatic soda that’s citrusy and crisp.

Ingredients:

• Juice of 1 pink grapefruit
• 1 small rosemary sprig
• Sparkling water
• Honey to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix grapefruit juice and honey.
2. Add rosemary, let infuse for 10 minutes.
3. Fill with sparkling water and serve.

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🍃 10. Virgin Mojito

All the zesty freshness of the classic – without alcohol.

Ingredients:

• Juice of 1 lime
• Fresh mint leaves
• Sparkling water
• 1 tsp cane sugar
• Crushed ice

Instructions:

1. Muddle mint and sugar.
2. Add lime juice and ice.
3. Top with sparkling water.

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🌺 11. Hibiscus Lime Iced Tea

Tart and floral with a citrus twist – both cooling and vibrant.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp dried hibiscus
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 tsp agave syrup
• Water & ice

Instructions:

1. Brew hibiscus, let cool.
2. Add lime juice, sweeten and serve over ice.

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🌀 12. Honolulu Blue Mocktail (Kid Favorite!)

Fun, tropical and super blue – this is a hit at summer parties.

Ingredients:

• 150 ml pineapple juice
• 100 ml coconut water
• Splash of blue spirulina (or blueberry syrup)
• Crushed ice

Instructions:

1. Stir everything together.
2. Serve over crushed ice with umbrella or fruit skewer.

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🍊 13. Orange Vanilla Iced Tea

Think Creamsicle in a glass – nostalgic, refreshing and easy to love.

Ingredients:

• 2 orange pekoe tea bags
• 500 ml water
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Orange slices
• Honey to taste

Instructions:

1. Brew tea, add vanilla and sweetener.
2. Let cool, serve over ice with orange slices.

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🌼 14. Elderflower Mint Sparkler

Delicate elderflower syrup adds light floral sweetness to this refreshing drink.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp elderflower syrup
• Sparkling water
• Fresh mint
• Ice

Instructions:

1. Fill glass with ice.
2. Add syrup and mint.
3. Top with sparkling water.

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🥭 15. Mango Lemon Cooler

Sweet mango meets bright lemon – a perfect tropical combo.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe mango (pureed)
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Cold water or sparkling water
• Ice

Instructions:

1. Blend mango and lemon juice.
2. Mix with cold water, pour over ice.

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✨ Final Thoughts

These summer drinks are made for cozy, joyful, alcohol-free moments – full of fruit, herbs, color and natural refreshment. Perfect for parties, porch time or just staying cool the slow way.

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