As summer approaches, it's the perfect time to find ways to help your kids beat the heat. Rather than reaching for sugary sodas or juice boxes, why not encourage them to make their own delicious and refreshing mocktails? With a few simple recipes on hand, they'll not only stay hydrated but also have a lot of fun concocting their favorite drinks. Here are six mocktail recipes that kids can make on their own for a fun and refreshing summer.
Recipe #1: Strawberry Soda:
INGREDIENTS
•1 cup frozen strawberries
•1/2 cup sparkling water
•1 tablespoon honey
•1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
Directions:
1.Blend the frozen strawberries, honey, and fresh mint leaves until smooth.
2.Pour the mixture into a glass and add sparkling water until the glass is full.
3.Stir gently and add a few ice cubes if desired.
Recipe #2: Blueberry Lemonade
INGREDIENTS
•1/2 cup fresh blueberries
•1/2 cup lemon juice
•1/4 cup maple syrup
•2 cups water
Directions:
1.Add the blueberries, lemon juice, and maple syrup to a blender and blend until smooth.
2.Pour the mixture into a pitcher and add water.
3.Stir well and serve over ice.
Recipe #3: Peach Punch:
INGREDIENTS
•1 cup fresh sliced peaches
•1/2 cup orange juice
•2 cups ginger ale
•Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Directions:
1.Muddle the peach slices and orange juice together in a pitcher.
2.Add ginger ale and stir gently.
3.Serve over ice with fresh mint leaves as garnish.
Recipe #4: Pineapple-Lime Fizz
INGREDIENTS
•1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
•1/2 cup lime juice
•2 cups seltzer
•Lime slices for garnish
Directions:
1.Blend the pineapple chunks and lime juice until smooth.
2.Add seltzer and stir gently.
3.Pour into glasses and garnish with lime slices.
Recipe #5: Watermelon Agua Fresca:
INGREDIENTS
•2 cups cubed watermelon
•1/2 cup lime juice
•2 cups water
•Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Directions:
1.Puree the watermelon and lime juice together.
2.Add water and stir well.
3.Serve over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Recipe #6: Raspberry Lemon Spritzer:
INGREDIENTS
•1/2 cup fresh raspberries
•1/2 cup lemonade
•1/2 cup sparkling water
•Lemon slices for garnish
Directions:
1.Add raspberries and lemonade to a blender and mix until smooth.
2.Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve.
3.Add sparkling water and stir gently.
4.Pour into glasses and garnish with lemon slices.
With these six tasty mocktail recipes, your kids will have a blast making refreshing drinks on their own this summer. These are easy to make and require minimal supervision, so you can sit back and relax while your little ones embrace their inner mixologists. These fun drinks will be a hit at summer gatherings, parties, and picnics, too. Plus, they're a healthy alternative to sugar-filled drinks and will keep your kids hydrated during the warm summer months. Get ready to sip, savor, and enjoy a fun and refreshing summer!
