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In need of some refreshment? You'll find perfect drink recipes for summer days and balmy nights in our collection of shakes, smoothies and spritzers. See Summer food recipes.
A G&T is a classic, but it's not the only way to enjoy tonic water in a tipple. Try this summery long drink featuring white port that's light, zingy and oh-so-refreshing.
You can't beat a classic lemonade for the ultimate refreshing summer drink. This simple homemade lemonade recipe is easy to whip up – perfect for serving at barbecues, picnics and summer parties.
Try this grown-up twist on an ice cream float at your next summer get-together
Cooling cucumber, zingy lime and bitter-sweet tonic water create a refreshing mojito-inspired mocktail that's just perfect for summer. We've used elderflower tonic water for a lovely floral note, but you could use classic tonic water, if you like.
This ginger and turmeric mocktail certainly packs a punch! Loaded with fresh ginger and fresh turmeric, blended with tangy apple juice and refreshing, bitter-sweet tonic water, it's the perfect summer sip for parties and picnics.
This apricot bellini uses peach schnapps for the ultimate retro vibe. Perfect for serving to a crowd as a speedy summer drink, you can even make the apricot purée a few hours ahead and store in the fridge.
Making spicy margaritas at home couldn’t be easier with our chilli ice cube hack. Give it a go to make this sweet ‘n’ spicy Peach Marg.
Turn your lemon spritz into a boozy slushie to keep you cool all summer long. With gin, white wine and lemon juice this sparkling iced cocktail is packed with refreshing summer flavours.
Tequila Sunrise meets Lager Shandy in this Lagertia Sunrise. With orange juice and tequila mixed with your favourite lager, it’s the perfect summer cooler.
Enjoy the flavours of a bitter orange Italian aperitif in this easy ice lolly idea. Simply mix Bella Apertini with prosecco and garnish with a slice of orange, then freeze to make the ultimate summer cooler.
This elegant cocktail, made with rosé wine, mint, lemon, lime and agave, is the perfect refresher to enjoy al fresco. So easy to prepare, it can also be made in a large jug, making it ideal for a summer party
A lassi is a cooling and refreshing yogurt-based drink originating from India. This mango one has a salted lime twist for a tangy hit. Garnish with a swirl of mango purée and crushed cardamom pods for a sophisticated tropical-flavoured drink.
Try this sweet and spicy (swicy) twist on lemonade. It's a spring-ready cocktail that uses this trending flavour profile to create a refreshing, grown-up take on classic lemonade.
Bold and aromatic rosemary is a wonderful ingredient in cocktails, lending notes of pine, citrus and pepper. Here we've teamed it with another aromatic – gin, plus lots of tangy, juicy blackberries. The result is a refreshing, fruity long drink for two or multiply quantities for parties and entertaining; see tip, below.
A delightfully zingy and refreshing cocktail made with Italian Limoncello, prosecco and retro sweet - the sherbet dip dab – for an extra fizz of flavour.
Head of food for Tesco mag, Elli Donajgrodzki has created a twist on the Dirty martini, swapping the classic olive garnish with a cornichon – give it a try!
This fiery, zingy homemade ginger beer is a real thirst quencher! Make the syrup ahead of time – you can even freeze it – then top with sparkling or soda water, ice, mint leaves and a little extra ginger for good measure!
Blitz up a summer smoothie with this easy peach and oat smoothie recipe. Made with almond milk and vanilla yogurt for a vegan treat, blitz this together in 5 mins for a quick breakfast or afternoon treat.
Make mornings more fun with a DIY smoothie bar. Prepare each of the smoothies below by blitzing them up until smooth, then serve each drink in a separate jug so everyone can pour their own combination and create colourful layers.
Throw a summer party with a batch of these totally irresistible blended frozen watermelon margaritas. Using frozen watermelon balls means this easy cocktail recipe takes just five minutes to whizz together.
This Mexican-inspired cocktail has a fruity twist with juicy frozen mango. Ideal for a hot summer's day, fill up a jug and garnish with jalapeños for a little spice.
A zingy margarita is a classic cocktail, so why not add refreshing grapefruit for a citrusy twist on this tequila-based drink. For even more tanginess, we've added salt and grapefruit zest to the rim.
Give your Margarita cocktail a fresh twist with this simple tweak on the classic recipe
Cool, refreshing and with a hint of zest, this is the perfect party drink for the whole family at any summer celebration
Top up this pretty, pink strawberry and rose syrup with sparkling water or prosecco for the perfect spring cocktail.
There's nothing better than an ice-cold drink when you're sweltering under the sun. A refreshing tipple for a hot day, this recipe for summer berry limeade smash is full of fresh-tasting summer berries. Use agave nectar instead of honey if you want to make this drink vegan-friendly.
Wonderfully aromatic, puréed mango is combined with fresh lime juice and pineapple juice, then topped up with lemonade to make a zesty drink
A healthy twist on a mojito, this juice combines fresh mint and lime with refreshing apple and cucumber
For a non-alcoholic treat, this sparkling peachy drink will really hit the sweet spot.
This refreshing cooler makes the perfect non-alcoholic drink for a hot summer's day. Mint-infused cucumber juice topped up with fragrant elderflower cordial, punchy lime and soda water, finished off with elegant strips of cucumber and fresh mint sprigs
Nothing is more refreshing than the flavours of watermelon and lime on a hot summer’s day. Put your feet up and relax in the shade with this delicious, alcohol-free drink.
The flavours of a classic piña colada cocktail have been transformed into a delicious alcohol-free mocktail that everyone can enjoy. Tropical coconut and pineapple will transport you to the sunshine with this refreshing, family-friendly summer tipple.
If you fancy a booze-free night, look no further than this fruity taste sensation – a classy drink that is perfect for cooling off on a hot evening