{"id":46275,"date":"2023-07-27T07:07:07","date_gmt":"2023-07-27T14:07:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cleanfoodcrush.com\/?p=46275"},"modified":"2023-07-27T11:46:45","modified_gmt":"2023-07-27T18:46:45","slug":"refreshing-summer-drinks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cleanfoodcrush.com\/refreshing-summer-drinks\/","title":{"rendered":"Refreshing Summer Drinks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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Refreshing Summer Drinks<\/span><\/h1>\n

Summer is a lot of people\u2019s favorite season for a reason! Most kids are off from school, and families are planning summer vacations. It\u2019s a wonderful time to <\/span>have fun<\/span><\/a> and make memories with your family and friends.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Whether you\u2019re having a BBQ or party (check out <\/span>this post<\/span><\/a> for all the recipes you need for a barbecue), <\/span>getting outside<\/span><\/a> to soak up <\/span>vitamin D<\/span><\/a> and go hiking or swimming or whatever you love, or staying indoors with the AC <\/span>reading<\/span><\/a> or <\/span>spending time by yourself<\/span><\/a>, summer comes with limitless opportunities to make life great!<\/span><\/h3>\n

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But summer also means you\u2019re more vulnerable to too much sun and <\/span>dehydration<\/span><\/a>, so <\/span>staying hydrated<\/span><\/a> and cool is essential even in the heat (check out these <\/span>cold treats<\/span><\/a> perfect for summertime!)\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

To help you avoid summer dehydration, here are thirteen incredible and refreshing drinks to enjoy this season!<\/span><\/h3>\n

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1. Coconut-Raspberry Ice & Cool as a Cucumber Spa Water<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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These simple, healthy drinks will hydrate a large group of people. <\/span><\/h3>\n

We have a smooth coconut raspberry drink that perfectly mixes two flavors and a cucumber water that adds <\/span>important nutrients<\/span><\/a> like silica and antioxidants to a refreshing spin on typical water.<\/span><\/h3>\n

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2. Watermelon Lemonade\/Limeade<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Watermelons<\/span><\/a> are 92% water, so what better way to enjoy them than by creating the perfect summer drink?! <\/span><\/h3>\n

Add as much or as little lemon\/lime as you\u2019d like, depending on tartness, throw in some honey, and blend until smooth.\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

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3. Copycat Starbucks Pink Drink<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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We all have treats we love to splurge on or indulge in every once in a while. <\/span><\/h3>\n

Sure, the pink drink at Starbucks might not seem like the biggest treat, but the sugar can add up, and so can the cost.<\/span><\/h3>\n

So, I created this copycat version that is just as delicious but without all the unwanted additives and sugars.<\/span><\/h3>\n

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4. Mocktail Strawberry Mimosas<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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I LOVE a good cocktail. And I don\u2019t know about you, but something about a warm summer day just makes cocktails like mimosas, pina coladas, and margaritas that much tastier. <\/span><\/h3>\n

Though CleanFoodCrush doesn\u2019t swear off alcohol completely (<\/span>check out this article<\/span><\/a> to read more about our take on alcohol), it\u2019s still nice to have some alcohol-free mocktail options (that also have less sugar than the classic drinks).<\/span><\/h3>\n

So, I\u2019ve included a couple of mocktails in this list, including this delicious strawberry mimosa! Rather than champagne, I used a mixture of fresh lime juice and sparking water to give the mocktail the tangy, fresh, and bubbly taste we\u2019re looking for. <\/span>YUM.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/h3>\n

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5. Refreshing Homemade Blueberry Lemonade<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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As you can see, lemonade makes several appearances on this list. <\/span><\/h3>\n

There\u2019s a reason for that! There\u2019s nothing quite like a revitalizing glass of lemonade on a hot day! <\/span><\/h3>\n

This recipe takes the classic drink and gives it a fun twist.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Also, blueberries contain one of the highest antioxidant levels of nearly all fruits and vegetables <\/span>and <\/span><\/i>have an impressive array of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.<\/span><\/h3>\n

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6. Avocado Pina Colada Mocktails<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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What is a more obvious summer drink than pina coladas? <\/span><\/h3>\n

I LOVE these, but I wanted a version without alcohol, so I decided to create this mocktail recipe. <\/span><\/h3>\n

Adding an avocado to a drink might seem weird, but it works! <\/span><\/h3>\n

The creaminess that makes this drink fantastic lies in the avocados, so it\u2019s definitely worth a try!\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

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7. Homemade Fresh Fruit Summer Slushies<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Forgo the snow-cone shack for these frosty, nutrient-packed <\/span>REAL<\/span><\/i> fruit slushies. <\/span><\/h3>\n

We have a raspberry green tea slushie, watermelon mint slushie, mango apple slushie, and a kiwi pineapple slushie – something for everyone!<\/span><\/h3>\n

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8. Alcohol-Free Ripe Peach Coolers<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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If you\u2019ve ever eaten a ripe-juicy peach picked from the tree, you know they\u2019re a real treat – just like this mocktail peach cooler! <\/span><\/h3>\n

Peaches are best when ripe and gotten from local farmers, and thankfully, they\u2019re at their peak May through August. <\/span><\/h3>\n

So, this is a perfect summertime drink!\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

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9. Frozen Whipped Coconut Limonade or Lemonade<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Not only is it a perfect combo of sour and sweet, but both lemons and limes have high levels of vitamin C and antioxidants, which can help keep you hydrated when the sun is beating down!<\/span><\/h3>\n

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10. Cantaloupe Orange Ginger Turmeric Juice<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Cantaloupes are in the summer months, and oranges are tangy, delicious, and make for a fantastic juice flavor to mix into nearly any drink. <\/span><\/h3>\n

These two, combined with the infection-fighting ginger and the naturally anti-inflammatory turmeric, create a miracle drink! <\/span><\/h3>\n

This is a more popular juice in the winter months, as it\u2019s great for fighting colds and flu, but it\u2019s just as delicious when it\u2019s hot outside. <\/span><\/h3>\n

And you can get sick year-round, so keeping your immune system strong is vital!\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

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11. Alcohol-Free Strawberry Margaritas<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Up there with pina coladas for famous, unique, and tasty summertime drinks are margaritas! <\/span><\/h3>\n

Strawberry margaritas are a particular favorite of mine, as I <\/span>LOVE <\/span><\/i>enjoying a glass on the patio with a friend or two. <\/span><\/h3>\n

This recipe has all the amazing flavors but leaves out the tequila, which is helpful for those of us trying to cut down on alcohol a bit.<\/span><\/h3>\n

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12. Tangy Carrot Juice<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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This one is slightly different from all the other drinks on this list, but I\u2019m adding it for a reason! <\/span><\/h3>\n

Carrot juice makes a great pre-workout or post-workout fuel, and carrots are <\/span>filled <\/span><\/i>with nutrients and health benefits. <\/span><\/h3>\n

They\u2019re full of vitamin A, antioxidants, and potassium and help keep your eyes and skin healthy, boost immunity, and maintain healthy cholesterol and blood sugar levels.<\/span><\/h3>\n

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13. Classic Lemon Water<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Okay, I know this isn\u2019t technically a recipe, but I had to add it because lemon water is filled with <\/span>impressive benefits<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/h3>\n

It\u2019s definitely the easiest drink from this list to make! Read about several <\/span>uses and benefits of lemon water here<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/h3>\n

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If you liked this list and want even more delicious and incredibly refreshing drinks to enjoy in the summertime, check out our <\/span>brand-new <\/span><\/i>BBQ eBundle. You\u2019ll find 254 Clean Eating Recipes that your family and friends will LOVE! <\/span>Check it out here<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/h3>\n

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I hope you find a new favorite refreshing drink from this list that you can enjoy this summer, confident that you\u2019re making tasty, healthy, and affordable options!<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Wishing you lots of refreshment and relaxation this summer!\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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