17 Refreshing Drinks to Sip From Cocktails to Smoothies

This collection is packed with drinks that are great for hot days, lazy weekends, or anytime you need something cold and easy. These recipes are the kind you can throw together without much thought but still feel like a nice change from the usual. Whether you’re in the mood for something fun or just need to cool down, these are perfect for keeping things simple and fresh.

Blueberry and Peach Vodka Spritzer

Four glasses of red iced drinks garnished with lime, peach slices, basil, and berries on a white table with fresh lime, peach, basil leaves, and a spoon nearby.
Blueberry and Peach Vodka Spritzer. Photo credit: Fitty Foodlicious.

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Blueberry And Peach Vodka Spritzer is a refreshing, crisp, summery cocktail and will be a party in your mouth all summer long! This cocktail is perfect for the upcoming Fourth of July weekend!

Raspberry Mojito Cocktail

Raspberry mojito cocktails with a mojito party pitcher.
Raspberry Mojito Cocktail. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Looking for a light, refreshing cocktail that’s perfect for summer sipping? This raspberry mojito cocktail totally fits the bill! Loads of raspberry flavor, with hints of mint and lime.
Get the Recipe: Raspberry Mojito Cocktail

Lemon Drop Martini

Lemon Drop Martini in glass.
Lemon Drop Martini. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Sip on a refreshing and tangy lemon drop martini at your next summer cookout. This cocktail is the perfect combination of tart and sweet, making it the ultimate thirst quencher on a hot summer day.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Drop Martini

Watermelon Slushie

A bright pink slush drink in a glass with a sprinkle-coated rim, garnished with mint leaves and a straw, sits next to a blender and fresh mint on a white surface.
Watermelon Slushie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Need a refreshing drink that’s bursting with flavor and only takes three simple ingredients? This watermelon slushie is just the thing. You’ll love the bright pink color, its sweet taste, and icy texture. This drink is a hit on hot days, and is perfect for cookouts, poolside lounging, or just a quick treat to beat the heat.
Get the Recipe: Watermelon Slushie

Raspberry Smoothie

Raspberry smoothie with raspberries on top in gold-trimmed glass on a black surface.
Raspberry Smoothie. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

This raspberry smoothie recipe uses five simple ingredients, like Greek yogurt, banana, and oats for the perfect sweet tart flavor.
Get the Recipe: Raspberry Smoothie

Strawberry Banana Pineapple Smoothie

Strawberry smoothie topped with a whole strawberry on a checkered cloth background.
Strawberry Banana Pineapple Smoothie. Photo credit: We Eat At Last.

Here is an incredibly delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make strawberry pineapple banana smoothie that you will love!
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Banana Pineapple Smoothie

Strawberry Mimosas

Strawberries in a gold bowl next to strawberry mimosas.
Strawberry Mimosas. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Strawberry Mimosas just make everything rosy! This sprarkling pink mimosasmake the perfect drink for a Valentine’s Day date night or even a big festive party.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Mimosas

Lemon Lime Mojitos

A glass of lemonade with ice, lemon slices, mint leaves, and a striped straw. A sliced lemon and lime are beside the glass on a yellow napkin, set against a tiled background.
Lemon Lime Mojitos. Photo credit: Feast + West.

efresh with Lemon Lime Mojitos, a citrusy take on the classic cocktail. This bright, flavorful drink is infused with lemon, lime, mint, and rum. A perfect drink to enjoy on hot summer days.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Lime Mojitos

Fresh Lavender Tea Recipe

A glass mug filled with lavender tea.
Fresh Lavender Tea Recipe. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Lavender tea is a soothing herbal drink that can help you unwind after a long day. Made from the beautiful lavender flower, this tea offers a calming aroma and flavor that makes it perfect for relaxing moments. You can easily brew it using dried lavender or tea bags, allowing you to enjoy its delightful taste and calming effects anytime.
Get the Recipe: Fresh Lavender Tea Recipe

Green Hibiscus Tea Recipe

A clear glass cup of hibiscus tea.
Green Hibiscus Tea Recipe. Photo credit: Tiny Batch Cooking.

There’s something so soothing about a warm cup of tea, especially when it’s homemade and made just for you. But have you ever craved something refreshing, natural, and a little different from your usual go-to teas? That’s where Green Hibiscus Tea comes in. It’s a vibrant, tangy, and slightly sweet brew that’s as beautiful as it tastes.
Get the Recipe: Green Hibiscus Tea Recipe

Peach and-Watermelon Smoothie

A short glass filled with watermelon peach smoothie with cubed watermelon on top.
Peach and-Watermelon Smoothie. Photo credit: fANNEtastic food.

Frothy and refreshing, this fruit smoothie features some of summer’s best seasonal fruit: sweet peaches, flavorful strawberries, and juicy watermelon! Banana adds creaminess and extra sweetness, too. This smoothie is the perfect breakfast or snack to cool you down!
Get the Recipe: Peach and-Watermelon Smoothie

Watermelon Mimosas

two watermelon mimosas on black coasters
Watermelon Mimosas. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Hosting summer brunch? This occasion calls for fresh Watermelon Mimosas! These bright and bubbly cocktails are colorful and full of sweet melon flavor.
Get the Recipe: Watermelon Mimosas

Non-Alcoholic Cherry Martini Mocktail

A red cocktail with a round ice cube is served in a coupe glass, garnished with a lemon slice. A halved lemon and a cherry are visible in the background.
Non-Alcoholic Cherry Martini Mocktail. Photo credit: My Mocktail Forest.

Try this non-alcoholic cherry martini mocktail recipe for a refreshing cocktail that combines vibrant cherry and vanilla flavors, and tastes like a grown-up cherry cola. Fresh grenadine mixed with black cherry juice and non-alcoholic vanilla vodka captures all the sophistication of a classic martini, while keeping everyone feeling included.
Get the Recipe: Non-Alcoholic Cherry Martini Mocktail

Peach Sangria

A round glass of iced peach and mint drink sits on a woven coaster, surrounded by fresh peaches, mint leaves, and another similar drink.
Peach Sangria. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Grab those juicy summer peaches because this Peach Sangria is off-the-charts fantastic! It’s super easy to make and has the most incredible fruity flavor. It’s the perfect summer treat.
Get the Recipe: Peach Sangria

Peach Lemonade

A glass of iced peach-colored drink with a gold straw and a peach slice garnish, next to a lemon slice and a honey dipper on a light surface.
Peach Lemonade. Photo credit: Joyfully Mad.

Peach lemonade is the best refreshment for hot summer days. Just tangy enough and just sweet enough. This recipe has the perfect combination of fruit to make the best lemonade ever!
Get the Recipe: Peach Lemonade

Blueberry and Peach Vodka Spritzer

Four glasses of red iced drinks garnished with lime, peach slices, basil, and berries on a white table with fresh lime, peach, basil leaves, and a spoon nearby.
Blueberry and Peach Vodka Spritzer. Photo credit: Fitty Foodlicious.

Blueberry And Peach Vodka Spritzer is a refreshing, crisp, summery cocktail and will be a party in your mouth all summer long! This cocktail is perfect for the upcoming Fourth of July weekend!
Get the Recipe: Blueberry and Peach Vodka Spritzer

Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie Recipe

Two glasses of strawberry smoothie on a wooden board, garnished with strawberry slices and pineapple chunks, surrounded by scattered fruit pieces.
Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie Recipe. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Cool off with a Bahama Mama tropical smoothie that’s bursting with fruity flavor with strawberries, pineapple, coconut milk, and white chocolate. This delicious smoothie recipe will whisk you away to the tropics without needing to pack your bags.
Get the Recipe: Bahama Mama Tropical Smoothie Recipe

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