16 Cool and Fruity Drinks That Make Hot Days So Much Better
When the temperatures rise, nothing hits the spot like a cold, fruity drink. These refreshing recipes are packed with bright flavors, plenty of ice, and seasonal ingredients that make every sip feel like summer. Whether you’re relaxing by the pool, hosting a barbecue, or simply cooling off after a long day, there’s a drink here for every occasion. Pour yourself a glass and enjoy a delicious escape from the heat.
Pineapple Agua Fresca Recipe
This Pineapple Agua Fresca is a sweet, cooling Mexican drink that is perfect for enjoying in the summertime! Make it with the recipe provided or keep reading for other ways to customize your Agua Fresca!
Lemon Drop Dazzler
This sweet and tart Lemon Drop Dazzler is made with vodka, fresh lemon juice, and sparkling water. Light and refreshing like a with all the bright lemon flavor you love!
Easy Pomegranate Clementine Vodka Cocktail
This easy Pomegranate Clementine Vodka Cocktail recipe is party ready! It’ll appeal to the boozy purest as well as the occasional sipper.
Lychee Martini Cocktail
This Lychee Martini recipe is a refreshing, sweet and fruity vodka martini with floral notes from tropical lychees. This lychee cocktail is easy to make with only 3 ingredients and it’s absolutely delicious!
Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri
Fun and fruity, a Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri is an easy, non-alcoholic frozen drink that is super refreshing and great for sipping on long, hot summer evenings or afternoons! This family friendly mocktail version means that everyone can enjoy!
Easy Brazilian Lemonade (Limeade)
Brazilian Lemonade, Brazilian Limeade – whatever you want to call it, this is one delicious and refreshing drink that we enjoy year round! This easy 4-ingredient recipe is perfect for cookouts and other celebrations!
REFRESHING SUMMER MELON SMOOTHIE
A simple and refreshing summer melon smoothie made from a blend of watermelon, cantaloupe and honeydew. This recipe comes together quickly in a blender and is a perfect icy drink for summer rounded out with a pinch of sea salt.
Virgin Piña Coladas (Non-Alcoholic)
Enjoy a cool, tropical treat this summer with these creamy, refreshing and non-alcoholic Virgin Piña Coladas that are perfect for the whole family to enjoy! It’s a sip of paradise in every glass and will transport you right to the shade of a palm tree on a warm beach, no passport required!
Non-Alcoholic Mint Julep
Serve up a Non-Alcoholic Mint Julep to celebrate Derby Day with the whole family! This easy, sweet drink is minty, refreshing, and a fun way to start a new tradition!
Easy Watermelon Lemonade
When summer gives you watermelon, make Watermelon Lemonade! So easy and refreshing, and the best part is that it is ready in 20 minutes with just 4 simple ingredients and no artificial colors or flavors!
Homemade Blackberry Lemonade
Homemade Blackberry Lemonade is the perfect drink for spring or summer! Our family loves this easy lemonade recipe with a fun berry twist!
Homemade Ginger Juice
This spicy but sweet drink is the perfect way to experience the tastes of West Africa from home. This 6 ingredient drink made with steeped ginger is great for a refreshing drink or a remedy for when you’re sick.
Cosmopolitan Drink Recipe
The iconic Cosmopolitan Martini cocktail is made with only four simple ingredients and makes the most beautiful and delicious drink. This Cosmopolitan cocktail has the perfect balance of fruity, tart and sweet without being overly sweet.
Homemade Slurpees
Homemade Slurpees will be the fastest, easiest and most refreshing treat this summer! All it takes is 4 ingredients and a minute or two. Unlimited flavors and endless possibilities!
Mango Milk (Jus de Fruit)
Mango Milk or Jus de Fruit is a refreshing, ice cold drink with mango, milk and a dash of cardamom. It’s part milkshake, part fruit smoothie and totally delicious!
Bahama Mama from The Bahamas
A Bahama Mama is a tropical drink popular in the Bahamas (duh). Made with two types of rum, orange juice, and pineapple juice, this drink is so tropical it’ll make you think you’re sunbathing on a beach!
