Summer in a Glass: Two Easy Recipes for Refreshing Drinks

Summer is here, and what better way to beat the heat than with a refreshing drink in hand? Whether you're lounging by the pool, hosting a backyard barbecue, or just looking for a cool and refreshing drink, these two thirst-quenching recipes will not disappoint.

Watermelon Slushie

This watermelon slushie is the perfect drink to help you stay cool and refreshed on a hot summer day. Made with fresh watermelon, lime juice, honey, and ice, it's a sweet and tangy drink that's sure to quench your thirst.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups diced watermelon
• 1 cup ice
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 tbsp honey

Instructions:

• Add the diced watermelon to a blender and blend until smooth.
• Add ice, lime juice, and honey to the blender and blend until well combined.
• Pour the mixture into a glass and serve immediately.

 

Strawberry Lemonade

Nothing screams summer like a tall glass of lemonade, and this strawberry lemonade takes it to the next level. Made with fresh strawberries, lemon juice, sugar, and cold water, it's a sweet and tangy drink that's perfect for sipping on a hot day.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 4 cups cold water

Instructions:

• Add strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar to a blender and blend until smooth.
• Pour the mixture into a pitcher and stir in the cold water.
• Serve over ice and enjoy!

Both of these drinks are perfect for entertaining, as they can be easily multiplied to serve a crowd. Plus, they're simple enough to make that you can whip them up in just a few minutes. So why not try these recipes and let them quench your thirst this summer? Cheers!