As the temperature rises, there’s nothing quite like a refreshing glass of juice or drink to quench your thirst and revive your spirit. Summer is the perfect time to get creative with fruits and herbs to craft unique and delicious drinks that are sure to please. In this article, we’ll dive into 20 fruity mix drinks recipes that are perfect for hot summer days.
From classic combinations like strawberry and peach to more adventurous pairings like kiwi and raspberry, these recipes offer a world of flavors to explore. Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat or a savory sipper, there’s something on this list for everyone. So grab your blender, juicer, or favorite cocktail shaker, and let’s get started!
Tropical Mango Pineapple Smoothie
Escape to a tropical paradise with this refreshing smoothie, bursting with the sweetness of mango and pineapple. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for hot summer days or as a healthy snack any time of year.
Ingredients:
– 1 ripe mango, diced
– 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
– 1/2 banana, sliced
– 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions:
1. Combine mango, pineapple, and banana in a blender.
2. Add Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract; blend until smooth.
3. Taste and adjust sweetness or consistency as needed.
4. Add ice cubes if you want a thicker, colder smoothie.
5. Blend again to combine.
6. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Cooking Time: 5 minutes
Strawberry Peach Bellini
This refreshing drink combines the sweetness of strawberries and peaches with the bubbly charm of Prosecco, making it perfect for warm weather gatherings or special occasions.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
– 1 ripe peach, diced
– 1/2 cup Prosecco
– 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
– 1 tablespoon simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, puree the sliced strawberries and diced peach until smooth.
2. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds and pulp.
3. In a large pitcher, combine the strawberry-peach puree, Prosecco, granulated sugar, and simple syrup. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
5. Serve the Bellini over ice in glasses, garnished with fresh mint leaves.
Cooking Time: None
Watermelon Cucumber Cooler
Beat the heat with this refreshing and revitalizing drink! This Watermelon Cucumber Cooler is a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and thirst-quenching flavors.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups cubed watermelon (seedless)
– 1 large cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
– 1 cup fresh lime juice
– 1/2 cup sparkling water
– Ice cubes
– Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, puree the watermelon until smooth.
2. Add the cucumber slices and blend until well combined.
3. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any pulp or fibers.
4. Stir in the lime juice and sparkling water.
5. Fill glasses with ice and pour the Watermelon Cucumber Cooler over the ice.
6. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Blueberry Mint Lemonade
Beat the heat with this sweet and tangy drink that combines the flavors of fresh blueberries, cooling mint, and zesty lemonade. Perfect for a summer gathering or a quick pick-me-up any time of year!
Ingredients:
– 2 cups fresh blueberries
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1/2 cup water
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
– Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine the blueberries and sugar. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the berries to release their flavor and color.
2. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into another pitcher, pressing on the solids to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the solids.
3. Add the lemon juice and water to the blueberry mixture. Stir until well combined.
4. Stir in the chopped mint leaves.
5. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
6. Serve the lemonade over ice and enjoy!
Cooking Time: None, just chill and serve!
Raspberry Coconut Mojito
Escape to a tropical paradise with this sweet and tangy Raspberry Coconut Mojito, perfect for warm weather gatherings or anytime you need a refreshing pick-me-up.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups fresh raspberries
– 1/2 cup white rum
– 1/4 cup coconut cream
– 2 tablespoons lime juice
– 1 tablespoon simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 6-8 mint leaves
– Ice
– Club soda
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the raspberries with the rum, coconut cream, lime juice, and simple syrup.
2. Add the mint leaves and fill the shaker with ice.
3. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
4. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice.
5. Top with club soda and garnish with additional raspberries and mint, if desired.
Cooking Time: None (assembly only)
Passion Fruit Orange Margarita
Elevate your margarita game with this refreshing twist, combining the sweetness of passion fruit and orange with a hint of tartness. Perfect for warm weather gatherings or just a relaxing evening.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz tequila
– 1 oz freshly squeezed orange juice
– 1/2 oz passion fruit puree
– 1/2 oz triple sec
– Salt, for rimming glass
– Ice
– Lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Rim a rocks glass with salt.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, orange juice, passion fruit puree, and triple sec.
3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
4. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
5. Garnish with a lime wedge.
Cooking Time: None! Just mix and serve.
Kiwi Strawberry Sparkler
Refresh your taste buds with this sweet and tangy Kiwi Strawberry Sparkler! This refreshing drink is perfect for hot summer days or as a unique twist on the classic sparkling water.
Ingredients:
– 1 ripe kiwi, peeled and sliced
– 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
– 2 cups sparkling water
– 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
– Ice cubes
– Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine the sliced kiwi and strawberries.
2. Add honey if you prefer your drink sweeter, stirring to combine.
3. Pour in the sparkling water and stir gently to distribute the fruit flavors.
4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve the Kiwi Strawberry Sparkler over ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired.
Cooking Time: None! Just chill and enjoy!
Pomegranate Grapefruit Spritzer
Elevate your gatherings with this refreshing and flavorful Pomegranate Grapefruit Spritzer, perfect for warm weather get-togethers or cozy nights in.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups sparkling water
– 1 cup grapefruit juice
– 1/2 cup pomegranate juice
– 1/4 cup simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
– Slices of pink grapefruit for garnish
– Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a large pitcher with ice.
2. Pour in the grapefruit juice, pomegranate juice, and simple syrup.
3. Stir to combine.
4. Add the fresh lime juice and stir gently.
5. Top with sparkling water.
6. Garnish with slices of pink grapefruit and fresh mint leaves.
Cooking Time: None! This spritzer is ready in just a few minutes.
Blackberry Limeade Sangria
Brighten up your summer gatherings with this refreshing twist on traditional sangria. This fruity and tangy concoction combines the sweetness of blackberries with the zing of limeade for a perfect blend.
Ingredients:
– 1 bottle white wine (chardonnay or sauvignon blanc)
– 1 cup fresh blackberries
– 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
– 1/4 cup sugar
– 1/2 cup sparkling water
– Lime wedges and mint leaves for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine wine, blackberries, lime juice, and sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
2. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
3. Just before serving, add sparkling water and stir gently.
4. Serve over ice in glasses and garnish with a lime wedge and mint leaves.
Cooking Time: None needed! This sangria is best served chilled.
Cantaloupe Honeydew Agua Fresca
A refreshing twist on traditional agua fresca, this sweet and tangy drink combines the flavors of cantaloupe and honeydew melons with a hint of citrus.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups cubed cantaloupe and honeydew melons
– 1 cup water
– 1/4 cup sugar
– Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
– Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. In a blender, combine the melon cubes, water, and sugar.
2. Blend until smooth and the sugar is dissolved.
3. Stir in the lime juice.
4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve the Agua Fresca over ice and garnish with a slice of melon, if desired.
Cooking Time: None! This recipe is ready to drink in just a few minutes.
Guava Pineapple Rum Punch
Add a touch of tropical paradise to your next gathering with this refreshing and fruity rum punch. Combining the sweetness of pineapple, the tartness of guava, and the smoothness of rum, this recipe is sure to be a hit.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups pineapple juice
– 1 cup guava puree
– 1/2 cup dark rum
– 1/4 cup simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 1/2 cup lemon-lime soda
– Slices of pineapple, for garnish
– Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine pineapple juice, guava puree, and dark rum.
2. Add simple syrup and stir until well combined.
3. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
4. Just before serving, add lemon-lime soda and stir gently.
5. Serve over ice in tall glasses and garnish with pineapple slices and fresh mint leaves.
Cooking Time: None
Cherry Vanilla Cream Soda
Create a refreshing drink that’s perfect for hot summer days with this simple recipe for Cherry Vanilla Cream Soda.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups water
– 1 cup cherry juice (such as grenadine or cherry syrup)
– 1/2 cup vanilla extract
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 2 tablespoons cream soda flavoring
– Club soda, to top
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine the water and cherry juice. Stir until well combined.
2. Add the vanilla extract and sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Add the cream soda flavoring and stir well.
4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Top with club soda just before serving.
Cook Time: None, as this recipe doesn’t require cooking.
Apple Cranberry Ginger Fizz
This fruity and spicy drink is perfect for a hot summer day or a cozy winter evening. With the sweetness of apples, tartness of cranberries, and warmth of ginger, this Apple Cranberry Ginger Fizz is sure to become your new favorite beverage.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups water
– 1 cup apple juice
– 1/2 cup cranberry juice
– 1/4 cup fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
– 1 tablespoon honey
– Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine water, apple juice, and cranberry juice.
2. Add the sliced ginger to the pitcher and let it infuse for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
3. Just before serving, stir in the honey until dissolved.
4. Fill glasses with ice and pour the Apple Cranberry Ginger Fizz over the ice.
5. Stir gently and serve immediately.
Cooking Time: None! This recipe is a quick and easy drink to prepare.
Banana Berry Protein Shake
Get a boost of energy and nutrition with this delicious and refreshing banana berry protein shake. Made with simple ingredients, you can whip up this tasty treat in no time!
Ingredients:
– 1 ripe banana
– 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries (such as blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries)
– 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
– 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
– 1 tablespoon honey
– Ice cubes (as needed)
Instructions:
1. In a blender, combine the banana, frozen berries, protein powder, and almond milk.
2. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender as needed.
3. Add the honey and blend until well combined.
4. Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness as desired.
5. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Cooking Time: 0 minutes (just blend!)
Peach Raspberry Iced Tea
This refreshing summer drink combines the sweetness of peaches with the tartness of raspberries, creating a unique and delicious flavor profile that’s perfect for hot days. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create this tasty tea in no time.
Ingredients:
– 1 quart water
– 4 peach slices (fresh or frozen)
– 1 cup fresh raspberries
– 2 tea bags (black or green tea)
– Honey or sugar (optional)
– Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
2. Add the peach slices and raspberries to the boiling water. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
3. Remove the pot from heat and let it steep for an additional 5-10 minutes.
4. Strain the tea into a large pitcher or jug, discarding the solids.
5. Add honey or sugar to taste, if desired.
6. Chill the tea in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving over ice.
Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Enjoy your refreshing Peach Raspberry Iced Tea!
Dragon Fruit Coconut Smoothie
Recharge with this refreshing blend of sweet and tangy flavors! This smoothie is perfect for hot summer days or as a post-workout pick-me-up.
Ingredients:
– 1 ripe dragon fruit, diced
– 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
– 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
– 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Ice cubes (as needed)
– Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a blender, combine dragon fruit, pineapple, Greek yogurt, and unsweetened shredded coconut.
2. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender as needed.
3. Add honey and vanilla extract; blend until well combined.
4. Taste and adjust sweetness or consistency as desired.
5. Pour into a glass and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired.
Cooking Time: None! Just blend and enjoy!
Grape Rosemary Champagne Cocktail
Elevate your cocktail game with this refreshing and herbaceous twist on the classic champagne cocktail. This Grape Rosemary Champagne Cocktail combines the sweetness of grapes with the earthy flavor of rosemary, perfect for a special occasion or everyday enjoyment.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz grape-flavored liqueur (such as Chambord)
– 1/2 oz simple syrup
– 1/4 oz fresh lime juice
– 1 sprig of rosemary, plus more for garnish
– 2 oz champagne
– Ice
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine grape-flavored liqueur, simple syrup, and lime juice.
2. Add the sprig of rosemary to the shaker and muddle (gently press) it against the sides and bottom to release its oils and flavor.
3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds.
4. Strain the mixture into a chilled flute glass.
5. Top with champagne and garnish with an additional sprig of rosemary.
Cooking Time: None!
Lemon Raspberry Vodka Splash
Elevate your cocktail game with this refreshing Lemon Raspberry Vodka Splash! A perfect blend of citrus and sweetness, this drink is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz vodka
– 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1/2 oz raspberry puree
– 3 oz sparkling water
– Lemon slice or raspberries for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add the vodka, lemon juice, and raspberry puree.
3. Shake well for about 10-15 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
4. Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice.
5. Top with sparkling water.
6. Garnish with a lemon slice or raspberries.
Cooking Time: None! This recipe is ready in just minutes.
Pear Ginger Honey Mocktail
This refreshing mocktail combines the sweetness of pears with the warmth of ginger and honey, perfect for a warm evening or a special occasion. With only a few ingredients, you can create a delicious and unique drink that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients:
– 2 ripe pears (such as Bartlett or Anjou), peeled and diced
– 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and sliced thinly
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 2 cups sparkling water
– Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. In a blender, combine the pear, ginger, and honey. Blend until smooth.
2. Strain the mixture into a large pitcher or jug to remove any solids.
3. Add the sparkling water and stir well.
4. Chill the mocktail in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
5. Serve over ice and garnish with additional sliced ginger, if desired.
Cooking Time: None! Simply blend and chill.
Mixed Berry Vodka Smash
Beat the heat with this sweet and tangy twist on a classic vodka smash cocktail. This refreshing drink is perfect for warm weather gatherings or a relaxing evening at home.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz vodka
– 4 oz lemon-lime soda
– 1/2 cup mixed berries (such as blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
– 1 lime, cut into wedges
– 1 sprig of mint leaves
– Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the mixed berries and vodka until the berries are crushed and the mixture is well combined.
2. Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
3. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice cubes.
4. Top with lemon-lime soda and stir gently to combine.
5. Garnish with a lime wedge and sprig of mint leaves.
Cooking Time: None, just mix and enjoy!
Summary
Get ready to beat the heat with these 20 refreshing fruity mix drinks recipes perfect for summer! From tropical mango pineapple smoothies to pomegranate grapefruit spritzers, and from classic strawberry peach bellinis to unique passion fruit orange margaritas, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat or a boozy cocktail, these recipes are sure to quench your thirst and satisfy your taste buds. So go ahead, grab some friends, and enjoy the sunshine!
