These drinks are great to bring to summer parties or when you’ve had a long day and want a burst of freshness. The heat of summer doesn’t have to be so harsh. Now you can cool down your day with these simple recipes.
Cold Brew Jasmine Mint Tea
This refreshing drink will keep your head cool during hot summer days. The scent of blossoms from the Jasmine plant is very calming and it can help you to stay calm if you’re feeling restless.
Instructions
- Brew 2 bags of jasmine tea in a teapot for 20 minutes, let it cool down.
- Then in a large pitcher add a little bit of honey, half a lemon, a glass of water and the tea concentrate.
- Keep in the fridge so it stays cool.
Refreshing Hisbiscus Lemon Tea
Hibiscus has a dark crimson undertone to it and tastes sweet and slightly sour aftertaste. It boasts a ton of benefits like lowering blood pressure and helping with feelings of bloating. Warm hibiscus tea is not only great for the winter, but it’s also awesome for the summer – this drink will keep you feeling fresh.
Instructions:
- Brew a handful of hibiscus tea in a teapot for 15 minutes (or according to how strong you want it) then let it cool.
- In a separate pitcher add ice, stevia, a cold glass of water and hibiscus tea concentrate.
- Store in the fridge to keep cool.
Cucumber Green Tea
Green tea and cucumber? Yes, you heard that right. If it sounds a little strange to your palette, you can omit the green tea. Cucumbers are high in pantothenic acid or vitamin B5 which helps treat acne. While green tea is a well known antioxidant. Combine the two for a great kick to your morning.
Instructions:
- Brew a green tea bag in a teapot for 10 minutes (or according to how strong you want it or you can skip this step) then let it cool.
- In a separate pitcher add ice, stevia and a cold glass of water, the tea concentrate and sliced cucumbers and mint.
- Store in the fridge to keep cool.
