Summer drinks: 7 fresh summer drinks & cocktails

Summer is the best time for refreshing drinks that accompany us through hot days, so we present you seven delicious recipes, from fruity infused water to sparkling cocktails that will liven up your summer parties. Get ready for a refreshing summer season!

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What drinks does your body need in summer?
Summer Drinks: 7 Fresh Summer Drinks & Cocktails
Practical Tools for Your Summer Drinks

What drinks does your body need in summer?

In summer, it is especially important to drink enough fluids to compensate for fluid loss through sweating and to support the body optimally. The German Nutrition Society (DGE) has clear recommendations on this:

Still drinking water or mineral water: These are the best options to balance your fluid levels. Water contains no calories and no sugar, making it the ideal choice to quench thirst and keep the body hydrated.
Sugar-free herbal and fruit teas: These teas not only offer a flavorful alternative to water but are also calorie-free. There is a wide variety of flavors, so there’s something for everyone, whether you prefer fruity or herbal.
Juice spritzers: A juice spritzer made from one part fruit juice and three parts water is also a good choice. It offers a light fruity taste without being too sweet. This mix is especially refreshing and provides you with a few extra vitamins at the same time.

To give your drinks an extra boost of freshness in summer, you can spice them up with various natural ingredients:

Lemon juice: A splash of fresh lemon juice gives your drink a pleasant acidity and a refreshing taste. Lemon not only quenches thirst but also provides a small amount of vitamin C.
Fresh ginger: Ginger adds a slight spiciness to your drink and is known to boost the immune system. A few thin slices or a piece of freshly grated ginger can work wonders.
Mint: Fresh mint leaves give your drink a cool, refreshing aroma. Mint is not only tasty but also has a cooling effect, which is especially pleasant on hot days.

The right amount of drinking in summer

The recommended daily intake is around 1.5 liters. But on particularly hot days or during increased physical activity, this amount should be increased to up to 3 liters. It’s important to drink regularly and not only when you feel thirsty. Thirst is already a sign that your body is dehydrated. It’s best to always have a bottle of water within reach and remind yourself to take small sips regularly.

Germans’ Favorite Summer Drink

Interestingly, according to Statista, the most popular summer drink among Germans is beer. It’s often seen as the refreshing drink of choice, especially on warm evenings in beer gardens or at barbecues. But beer isn’t the only way to cool down in summer. There are many healthy and delicious alternatives that we’ll introduce to you throughout this post. Look forward to our selection of 7 fresh summer drinks and cocktails that are not only tasty but also refreshing and healthy.

Summer is the perfect time to try new and refreshing drinks. Here we present seven creative summer drink recipes that are not only tasty but also easy to prepare.

Stay tuned and get inspired—whether for the next garden party, a relaxed afternoon on the balcony, or just as a refreshing treat in between. Here are our top 7 summer drinks!

Infused Water with Blueberries and Rosemary

This delicious infused water combines the natural sweetness of blueberries with the spicy aroma of rosemary. It’s the perfect thirst quencher on hot days and so easy to make that you’ll always want to have it in the fridge!

Total time: 12 hours and 5 minutes
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients for 4 servings:

5 sprigs fresh rosemary
100 g fresh blueberries
1 liter still water

Preparation:

Wash the rosemary and blueberries thoroughly.
Add the blueberries and rosemary sprigs to the carafe.
Fill the carafe with still water.
Gently crush the blueberries with a fork to release their aroma.
Place the carafe in the fridge overnight to let the flavors infuse well.

Tip: Make your infused water even more appealing by serving it with homemade ice cubes. Simply put some blueberries and rosemary sprigs into an ice cube tray, fill with water, and freeze. The ice cubes not only look pretty but also keep your drink cooler for longer.

Switchel with ginger and apple cider vinegar

Switchel is a traditional drink that, with its refreshing and healthy ingredients, is perfect for summer. The combination of ginger, apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup creates a unique flavor and numerous health benefits.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Difficulty: Very easy

Ingredients for 1 glass:

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
¾ tbsp ginger, finely chopped
1 tbsp maple syrup
375 ml water

Preparation:

Peel the ginger and cut it into small cubes.
Put the ginger pieces together with apple cider vinegar and maple syrup into a sealable jar.
Add the water and seal the jar.
Let the mixture steep overnight in the fridge.
Before drinking, pour the switchel through a fine sieve into a new glass to remove the ginger pieces.
Enjoy your refreshing switchel with a straw!

Extra tip: For a fruity twist, you can add some fruit to the switchel, like strawberries. Simply halve about 250 g of strawberries and add them to the mixture before chilling.

! Switchel not only tastes delicious but also has positive effects on your body. Ginger and apple cider vinegar are known to boost metabolism and support digestion. Apple cider vinegar can also help regulate blood sugar levels and prevent cravings.

Green iced tea with mango

When temperatures rise, a refreshing mango green tea iced tea is just the thing. With just a few ingredients, you can whip up a delicious drink perfect for hot summer days in no time.

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Chilling time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Difficulty: Very easy

Ingredients for 4 glasses:

1 liter of water
2 green tea bags
1 ripe mango
½ lemon
Agave syrup to taste
Ice cubes

Preparation:

Boil the water and steep the green tea according to the package instructions (about 3 minutes to avoid bitterness).
Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool.
Peel the mango, cut it into cubes, and puree it.
Squeeze the juice from half a lemon and collect it.
Mix the mango puree with some of the cooled tea and the lemon juice, then strain the mixture to remove the fibers.
Add the remaining tea and sweeten the drink to taste with agave syrup.
Place the mango green tea iced tea in the fridge and let it chill thoroughly.
Serve the iced tea with ice cubes and garnish it with a piece of mango.

Banana Iced Coffee

Frozen bananas give this summer drink its wonderfully creamy texture and make it a refreshing highlight on hot days.

Preparation time: 10 minutes (plus freezing time)
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients for 4 servings:

2 ripe bananas
4 cups coffee
400 ml organic milk (alternatively: soy or oat milk)
4 tsp hazelnut syrup (optional)
Ice cubes

Preparation:

Peel the bananas and cut them into pieces. Freeze the banana pieces for at least two hours or overnight.
Brew the coffee and let it cool completely. Then place it in the fridge for about ten minutes.
Put the frozen banana pieces, cold coffee, milk, and hazelnut syrup (if desired) into a blender. Blend everything until creamy. Alternatively, you can use a hand blender.
Divide the banana iced coffee into four glasses and add some ice cubes if desired.

Espresso Tonic

For everyone who wants to enjoy their espresso in a very special way, Espresso Tonic is just right. This drink combines the invigorating effect of espresso with the fizz of tonic water – a real eye-catcher and treat for the palate!

Preparation time: 2 minutes
Difficulty: Simple

Ingredients for 1 serving:

2 ice cubes
125 ml tonic water
1 espresso

Preparation:

Place the ice cubes in a glass.
Pour the tonic water over the ice cubes.
Let the hot espresso slowly pour into the glass from above. The two liquids will visually separate and create an appealing layering.

Sarti Spritz: The trend drink of the summer

If you’re looking for a new, refreshing drink for the summer, the Sarti Spritz is just the thing. With fruity flavors of blood orange, mango, and passion fruit, combined with sparkling Prosecco, this drink is sure to be a hit at your summer parties.

Preparation time: 5 minutes
Difficulty: Very easy

Ingredients for 1 glass:

1 organic lime or blood orange
60 ml Sarti Rosa (see description below)
90 ml Prosecco
10 ml soda or mineral water
Ice cubes

Preparation:

Rinse the lime or blood orange with hot water, dry it, and cut it into slices.
Fill a large wine glass with ice cubes.
Pour the Sarti Rosa over the ice cubes.
Fill the glass with Prosecco and top it off with a splash of soda or mineral water.
Garnish the Sarti Spritz with a slice of lime or blood orange.

Nutritional values per glass:

Energy: 167 kcal
Carbohydrates: 12 g

What is Sarti Rosa?
Sarti Rosa is an Italian aperitif comparable to Aperol but less bitter and more fruity. The base of the liqueur is vodka mixed with blood orange, mango, and passion fruit juice. It offers a fresh and fruity twist and is the perfect companion for a laid-back summer evening.

Frosé: The Wine Slushie of Superlatives

Frosé is the ultimate summer drink for anyone craving a refreshing and fruity cool-down. This wine slushie is not only delicious but also a great way to cool off on hot days. The preparation is simple, and most of the work happens in the freezer – perfect for relaxed summer days!

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Resting time: 5 hours
Total time: 5 hours 10 minutes
Difficulty: Very easy

Ingredients for 6 servings:

1 bottle rosé wine (sweet)
50 ml water
4-5 tablespoons sugar
Juice of one lemon

Preparation:

Pour the rosé wine into a freezer-safe container and place it in the freezer for about 5 hours until the wine is almost completely frozen.
One hour before you take the frozen wine out of the freezer, prepare the syrup: Put water, lemon juice, and sugar in a pot. Heat the mixture on low until the sugar is completely dissolved and a syrup forms. Let this syrup cool completely.
Put the frozen rosé wine and the cooled syrup into a blender. Puree the mixture with an immersion blender until it reaches a slushy, creamy consistency.
Pour the Frosé into six glasses and enjoy the refreshing wine slushie.

Tip: You can enhance the Frosé with extra fruits or herbs if you like. A few fresh berries or a mint leaf as garnish make the drink even more festive.

Practical Tools for Your Summer Drinks

Now that you know some delicious recipes for refreshing summer drinks, I’ll show you how to get the most out of your beverages – with a few cool must-haves from Petromax. These tools make it super easy to enjoy your summer drinks perfectly, whether you’re chilling at the beach, hiking, or just relaxing outdoors.

The Insulated Bottle: For Drinks That Look Cool and Taste Even Better

If you want to enjoy your infused water with blueberries and rosemary at a picnic or on a hike, the Petromax Insulated Bottle is your best friend. Thanks to its extreme insulation, this bottle keeps your drinks cold for up to 74 hours – meaning your water stays refreshingly cool even after a long day. And if you want to toss a few ice cubes into your Frosé, no problem! The bottle has an extra-large opening that even fits big ice cubes. Perfect for your summer slushies!

The hand coffee grinder: Fresh coffee, even on the go

Imagine this: You’re sitting by the campfire in the morning, enjoying the view and sipping freshly ground coffee. With the Petromax hand coffee grinder, you can prepare your coffee fresh anywhere. For your banana iced coffee or a quick caffeine boost while camping – this grinder ensures your coffee beans are ground just right. Thanks to the cast iron grinding mechanism, all the roasting aromas are preserved, so every sip of your coffee is a delight, no matter where you are.

The cool box: For the ultimate summer freshness

If you want to enjoy the mango green tea iced tea or the Sarti Spritz on a summer trip, the Petromax cool box is exactly what you need. This box keeps your drinks chilled for up to 12 days – perfect for long days at the beach or on a road trip. Thanks to the ultra-passive cooling system, your drinks stay fresh without you constantly having to look for ice. And because it’s so sturdy, you can even use it as an extra seat. Whether you’re keeping your drinks cool at a BBQ or just want to make sure your Switchel stays perfectly chilled, this cool box has got it all covered.

With these handy tools from Petromax, your summer will be even cooler and more relaxed. Whether you’re enjoying your refreshing mango green tea iced tea on the go or drinking freshly ground coffee while camping – these products make your summer drinks a real highlight. Grab the essentials and make your summer adventures even more refreshing!

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