Summer drinks

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.

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The perfect summer cocktail that's both cooling and refreshing; mango sorbet is blitzed with vodka and lime then topped with prosecco.

Mango sorbet fizz

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An easy-to-make mocktail recipe – with pineapple, fresh mint and green tea – that's a perfect alcohol-free drink for any summer gathering.

Pineapple mint iced tea

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White wine sangria

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Sweet and tart, orange marmalade is the star of the show in this simple store cupboard cocktail

Marmalade whisky sour

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Who knew that tinned pineapple could be the base for a smashing summer cocktail?

Tinned piña colada

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Get happy hour started using your storecupboard staples, with sweet strawberry jam taking centre stage in this quick and easy daiquiri

Strawberry jam daiquiri

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Give this refreshing and fruity mocktail a go if you fancy a booze-free BBQ treat

Elderflower bramble

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Upgrade smoothies with traditional Indian flavours

Mango and passion fruit lassi

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Popular summer drinks

Homemade lemonade

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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.

Serves 6
10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook, plus cooling
94 calories

Iced tea

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There’s nothing better than a cooling, citrus-scented glass of iced tea for ultimate refreshment. This classic lemon iced tea is easy to make at home, and you can ring the changes with your favourite teas and garnishes. Add the sugar for a sweeter drink or leave out for a stronger tea flavour. Master how to make iced tea and you'll be sure to make it again and again.

Serves 4
5 mins to prepare, plus cooling and chilling
2 calories

Frozen strawberry daiquiris

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Strawberries make such summery, balanced daiquiris. Freezing the berries in advance means you don’t have to add much ice to get that slushy consistency

Serves 4
10 mins
139 calories

Piña colada mocktail

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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.

Serves 4
5 mins
70 calories

Iced coffee

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Be your own barista with this super simple homemade iced coffee recipe. Rich yet refreshing, you can use your own favourite coffee and serve it just as you like – black, with a dash of milk or even a swirl of indulgent cream for a real treat.

Serves 1
5 mins to prepare, plus cooling and chilling
28 calories

Rosemary and citrus spritz

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This herbal twist on a homemade lemonade is a sophisticated soft drink to serve all summer. Fragrant rosemary combines with fresh oranges and lemons for a super refreshing non-alcoholic spritz.

Serves 6
10 mins plus cooling
43 calories

Junglebird cocktail

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Enjoy a taste of the tropics this summer with this fruity junglebird rum cocktail. Dig out your bottle of Campari and combine with sweet pineapple juice, rum and a hit of fresh lime for an easy summer cocktail recipe that's sure to impress.

Serves 4
5 mins
153 calories

Paloma mocktail

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Craving a colourful, non-alcoholic alternative to your favourite cocktail? This dry Paloma mocktail is just the tonic

Serves 0
5 mins
61 calories

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