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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.
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.
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
Give the spicy cocktail trend a whirl at home with this easy margarita-inspired recipe
Give your margarita a tropical makeover with this spicy cocktail recipe
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.
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.
If you love a spicy cocktail, try this hot honey twist on a classic.
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
This Citrus Medley mocktail is just the thing to quench your thirst on a sunny day
This is the sort of deliciously refreshing drink that just works all year round – as a summer cooler or a Christmassy mocktail. It's sweet, zingy and fruity all at once and ready in 5 – sip and picture yourself in Havana!
If you prefer bitter-sweet over fruity when it comes to cocktails, here's an intriguing cold brew tonic that makes a refreshing non-alcoholic drink. The bitter-sweet and citrussy notes of the tonic water marry well with the rich and fragrant notes of the espresso. It looks pretty when you make it too!
This refreshing, alcohol-free recipe is the perfect day-time summer drink. Zesty lemon, sprigs of rosemary, and a delightful fizz in only 10 minutes.
Make this alcohol-free peach pitcher to please any crowd. With a touch of elderflower and rosemary, this fizzy refresher is best served in ice-filled tumblers.
Make a gin and tonic feel special with this 5-minute sparkling gin cocktail recipe. Add some prosecco to your classic g&t and garnish with blueberries and thyme for an easy celebratory cocktail.
For the ultimate summer thirst quencher, this refreshing watermelon cocktail hits the spot. The dryness of the sparkling rose cuts through the sweetness of the fruit, making it a perfect palate cleanser before a rich BBQ feast
Sip on this cocktail and transport yourself to a Caribbean island in an instant. Made with a tropical blend of pineapple, coconut and white rum, this blended drink is a crowd-pleasing classic.
A classic Italian drink that’s growing in popularity in the UK, this refreshing blend of Aperol, prosecco and soda is very easy to make
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
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.
Combine passion fruit with lemon and a splash of gin for this vibrant and sweet cocktail
Choose the lighter option for your alfresco drinks with this white wine sangria