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Photo:Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
Summer is in the air, and there’s nothing like enjoying the beautiful weather with a cold drink in hand. That’s why we rounded up 10 of our favorite healthy, refreshing drink recipes that you’ll want to make all season long. From skin-healthy sips to anti-inflammatory beverages, these drinks are delicious, nutrient-packed and surprisingly easy to make. The best part? Each of these recipes have four- and five-star ratings, so we know you will find your new favorite drink, whether it’s our Cucumber Mint Spritzer or our Iced Matcha Latte.
01of 10Best For HydrationCarson DowningIn just 5 minutes, you can stir up a cool summer sip, like thisWatermelon-Basil Agua Fresca.This refreshing mocktail features hydrating ingredients like watermelon, which is perfect for the blazing heat. And lime and basil add a vibrant flavor that will keep you coming back for more.View Recipe
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Best For Hydration
Carson Downing
In just 5 minutes, you can stir up a cool summer sip, like thisWatermelon-Basil Agua Fresca.This refreshing mocktail features hydrating ingredients like watermelon, which is perfect for the blazing heat. And lime and basil add a vibrant flavor that will keep you coming back for more.
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Best For Skin Protection
Ana Cadena
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Best Mocktail
04of 10Best For InflammationStay hydrated and help keep inflammation at bay with theseGinger-Turmeric-Carrot Shots. Thanks to the compounds gingerol in ginger and curcumin in turmeric, this drink recipeboasts impressive anti-inflammatory properties. These ingredients can help relieve temporary inflammation from a short-term illness or chronic inflammation from conditions like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), so make a batch ahead of time and freeze so you can feel your best all summer long.View Recipe
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Best For Inflammation
Stay hydrated and help keep inflammation at bay with theseGinger-Turmeric-Carrot Shots. Thanks to the compounds gingerol in ginger and curcumin in turmeric, this drink recipeboasts impressive anti-inflammatory properties. These ingredients can help relieve temporary inflammation from a short-term illness or chronic inflammation from conditions like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), so make a batch ahead of time and freeze so you can feel your best all summer long.
05of 10Best For EnergyKeiko OikawaFor an energy boost, try ourIced Matcha Latte. Matcha does contain caffeine, which can keep you energized and focused throughout the day. And while all milks and milk alternatives have their own benefits, usingcow’s milkin this latte will keep you hydrated and more satisfied with its protein content.View Recipe
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Best For Energy
Keiko Oikawa
For an energy boost, try ourIced Matcha Latte. Matcha does contain caffeine, which can keep you energized and focused throughout the day. And while all milks and milk alternatives have their own benefits, usingcow’s milkin this latte will keep you hydrated and more satisfied with its protein content.
06of 10Best For SleepPhotographer: Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Christina DaleyThe “Sleepy Girl Mocktail” wasn’t just a trend! Our version—AKA thisTart Cherry Nighttime Mocktail—is packed with antioxidants like polyphenols from the tart cherry juice, which can help you sleep better. Plus, it’s ice cold and tasty, so we won’t be surprised if it becomes your evening ritual on these long summer nights.View Recipe
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Best For Sleep
The “Sleepy Girl Mocktail” wasn’t just a trend! Our version—AKA thisTart Cherry Nighttime Mocktail—is packed with antioxidants like polyphenols from the tart cherry juice, which can help you sleep better. Plus, it’s ice cold and tasty, so we won’t be surprised if it becomes your evening ritual on these long summer nights.
07of 10Best For Using Up Summer FruitPhotographer / Jen Causey, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Chelsea ZimmerHave too many lemons on your counter or in your fridge? How about a carton of blueberries you need to use up? ThisBlueberry Lemonadeis perfect for times like that. It uses up 2 cups of blueberries and about 6 lemons so you won’t be letting any of your deliciously fresh summer fruits go to waste. All it takes is 10 minutes to whip up a big batch that the whole family will love.View Recipe
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Best For Using Up Summer Fruit
Photographer / Jen Causey, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Chelsea Zimmer
Have too many lemons on your counter or in your fridge? How about a carton of blueberries you need to use up? ThisBlueberry Lemonadeis perfect for times like that. It uses up 2 cups of blueberries and about 6 lemons so you won’t be letting any of your deliciously fresh summer fruits go to waste. All it takes is 10 minutes to whip up a big batch that the whole family will love.
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Best For Breakfast
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
09of 10Best For ProteinPhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe DickeyAChocolate-Peanut Butter Protein Shakedoesn’t just taste like dessert for breakfast, it’s also incredibly nutritious. Thanks to Greek yogurt and peanut butter being two of the drink’s 5 ingredients, this energizing shake is packed with 26 grams of protein.Proteinis essential for your muscle growth, bone health and for sustaining energy, so definitely give this high-protein vegetarian breakfast a try.View Recipe
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Best For Protein
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey
AChocolate-Peanut Butter Protein Shakedoesn’t just taste like dessert for breakfast, it’s also incredibly nutritious. Thanks to Greek yogurt and peanut butter being two of the drink’s 5 ingredients, this energizing shake is packed with 26 grams of protein.Proteinis essential for your muscle growth, bone health and for sustaining energy, so definitely give this high-protein vegetarian breakfast a try.
10of 10Best For an Upset StomachIf you’re having stomach cramps or chronic stomach bloating, there are foods and drinks that can help relieve this discomfort. Try ourAnti-Inflammatory Golden Tonicthat our readers make a “quadruple batch” of because it’s that good. With anti-inflammatory ingredients like green tea, turmeric, ginger and herbs alongside a mix of still and sparkling water, this hydrating tonic can help keep things moving and may reduce stomach bloat and inflammation in the body.View Recipe
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Best For an Upset Stomach
If you’re having stomach cramps or chronic stomach bloating, there are foods and drinks that can help relieve this discomfort. Try ourAnti-Inflammatory Golden Tonicthat our readers make a “quadruple batch” of because it’s that good. With anti-inflammatory ingredients like green tea, turmeric, ginger and herbs alongside a mix of still and sparkling water, this hydrating tonic can help keep things moving and may reduce stomach bloat and inflammation in the body.
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