As the sun beats down this summer, there’s nothing quite like a cool and refreshing drink to quench your thirst. And what better way to beat the heat than with a pitcher full of pink goodness? From fruity spritzers to creamy smoothies, we’ve got 18 refreshing pink drinks that are sure to become your new go-to summer sippers.
From classic combinations like strawberry lemonade to more exotic flavors like dragon fruit pink lemonade, there’s something on this list for everyone. Whether you’re a fan of sweet and fruity or tart and tangy, these recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings and keep you cool all summer long. So go ahead, grab a glass (or two, or three…), and let the refreshing fun begin!
Strawberry Coconut Pink Drink
This refreshing drink combines sweet strawberries with creamy coconut milk, perfect for hot summer days or anytime you need a pick-me-up. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can create this delicious and Instagram-worthy drink at home.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
– 1/2 cup coconut milk
– 1/4 cup pink lemonade (homemade or store-bought)
– 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
– Ice cubes
– Fresh strawberry slices for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a blender, combine strawberries and coconut milk. Blend until smooth.
2. Add pink lemonade and blend until well combined.
3. Taste and add honey if desired to sweeten the drink.
4. Pour into glasses filled with ice cubes.
5. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices.
Cooking Time: None! Just blend and serve.
Watermelon Mint Cooler
Beat the heat with this refreshing Watermelon Mint Cooler! This sweet and tangy drink is perfect for hot summer days.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups watermelon chunks (seedless)
– 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
– 2 cups water
– 1 tablespoon honey
– Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. In a blender, combine watermelon, mint leaves, and 1 cup of water.
2. Blend until smooth, then strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl. Discard the solids.
3. Stir in the remaining cup of water and honey until dissolved.
4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
5. Serve over ice and garnish with additional mint leaves, if desired.
Cooking Time: None! This recipe is ready in no time!
Tips:
– Adjust the amount of honey to your taste.
– Experiment with different types of melons or fruits for unique flavor variations.
– Make a batch ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Enjoy your refreshing Watermelon Mint Cooler!
Raspberry Lemonade Spritzer
Beat the heat with this fruity and bubbly drink that combines the sweetness of raspberries with the tanginess of lemonade. Perfect for summer gatherings or a quick pick-me-up anytime.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups fresh raspberries
– 1 cup freshly squeezed lemonade
– 1 cup sparkling water
– 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional)
– Lemon slices and fresh raspberries for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, puree the raspberries until smooth.
2. Strain the raspberry puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
3. Mix the lemonade with the raspberry puree in a large pitcher.
4. Add the sparkling water and stir gently.
5. Taste and add sugar if desired.
6. Fill glasses with ice and pour the Raspberry Lemonade Spritzer.
7. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh raspberries.
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Pink Guava Smoothie
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this refreshing pink guava smoothie recipe! Made with sweet and tangy guavas, creamy yogurt, and a hint of lime, this drink is perfect for warm weather or any time you need a tropical pick-me-up.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup frozen pink guava
– 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
– 1/2 cup coconut milk
– 1 tablespoon honey
– Juice of 1 lime (about 1 teaspoon)
– Ice cubes (as needed)
Instructions:
1. In a blender, combine frozen pink guava, Greek yogurt, coconut milk, and honey.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
3. Add juice of 1 lime and blend until well combined.
4. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as desired.
5. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Cooking Time: None!
Rosewater Hibiscus Iced Tea
Quench your thirst with this exotic and soothing iced tea, infused with the sweetness of rosewater and the subtle tartness of hibiscus. Perfect for hot summer days or as a relaxing pick-me-up any time of the year.
Ingredients:
– 1 quart water
– 4 teaspoons dried hibiscus flowers
– 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
– 2 tablespoons rosewater
– Ice cubes
– Fresh mint leaves or edible flowers for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
2. Add the dried hibiscus flowers and remove from heat. Let steep for 10-15 minutes, or until the liquid has cooled to room temperature.
3. Strain the tea into a large pitcher or jug to catch the solids. Discard the solids.
4. Add the sugar (if using) and stir until dissolved.
5. Add the rosewater and stir well to combine.
6. Chill the tea in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
7. Serve over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves or edible flowers, if desired.
Cooking Time: None
Dragon Fruit Pink Lemonade
This refreshing summer drink combines the sweetness of dragon fruit with the tanginess of pink lemonade, perfect for hot days and warm gatherings.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups dragon fruit puree
– 1 cup freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice
– 1/2 cup sugar
– 2 cups water
– Ice cubes
– Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, mix together dragon fruit puree and pink grapefruit juice until well combined.
2. Add sugar and stir until dissolved.
3. Add water to the pitcher and stir to combine.
4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
5. Serve the Dragon Fruit Pink Lemonade over ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired.
Cooking Time: None
Enjoy your refreshing glass of Dragon Fruit Pink Lemonade!
Beetroot Ginger Mocktail
This vibrant mocktail combines the natural sweetness of beetroot with the spicy warmth of ginger, perfect for a unique and revitalizing drink.
Ingredients:
– 2 large beetroot, peeled and chopped
– 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
– 2 cups water
– 1 cup sparkling water
– Juice of 1 lime
– Ice cubes
– Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, combine beetroot, ginger, and water. Blend until smooth.
2. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl. Discard solids.
3. Add sparkling water and lime juice to the beetroot mixture. Stir well.
4. Chill the mocktail in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
5. Serve over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired.
Cooking Time: 10-15 minutes (blending time only)
Pink Champagne Punch
Add a touch of elegance to your next gathering with this refreshing Pink Champagne Punch recipe! With its fruity and bubbly flavors, it’s sure to be a hit at any party or celebration.
Ingredients:
– 1 bottle of pink champagne (750ml)
– 1 cup of pineapple juice
– 1 cup of cranberry juice
– 1/2 cup of grenadine syrup
– 1/4 cup of simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– Slices of orange, lemon, and lime for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher or jug, combine pineapple juice, cranberry juice, and grenadine syrup.
2. Stir well to combine.
3. Add the simple syrup and stir until dissolved.
4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
5. Just before serving, pour in the pink champagne.
6. Stir gently to combine.
7. Serve chilled, garnished with slices of orange, lemon, and lime.
Cooking Time: None! This punch is ready to serve in just a few simple steps.
Strawberry Basil Sparkler
Elevate your sparkling water game with this refreshing Strawberry Basil Sparkler, perfect for warm weather gatherings and everyday sipping.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
– 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
– 1 liter sparkling water
– 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
– Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, muddle the strawberry slices with a spoon or a muddler to release their natural sweetness and flavor.
2. Add the fresh basil leaves to the pitcher and gently press them into the strawberries using a spoon or your hands.
3. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. Just before serving, stir in the sparkling water and add sugar to taste, if desired.
5. Fill glasses with ice and pour the Strawberry Basil Sparkler over the ice.
6. Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves and strawberry slices, if desired.
Cooking Time: None! This recipe is ready to serve immediately.
Pomegranate Limeade
This refreshing drink combines the sweetness of pomegranate juice with the tanginess of limeade, perfect for warm weather gatherings or a quick pick-me-up any time of the year.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups pomegranate juice
– 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
– 1 cup sugar
– 4 cups water
– Ice cubes (optional)
– Fresh mint leaves or lime wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, mix together pomegranate juice and lime juice until well combined.
2. Add sugar and stir until dissolved.
3. Add water to the pitcher and stir well.
4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
5. Serve over ice cubes, if desired, and garnish with fresh mint leaves or a lime wedge, if desired.
Cooking Time: None needed! This recipe is ready in just a few minutes of mixing and chilling.
Peach Raspberry Iced Tea
Combine the sweet flavors of peaches and raspberries with a refreshing glass of tea for a delightful summer drink.
Ingredients:
– 1 quart water
– 4 peach slices (fresh or frozen)
– 1 cup fresh raspberries
– 1 black tea bag (or to taste)
– 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
– Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
2. Remove from heat and add the peach slices. Let steep for 5-7 minutes, or until the peaches are tender.
3. Strain the tea and discard the peach slices.
4. Add the raspberries and let them steep for an additional 5 minutes, or until they release their flavor and color.
5. Remove the raspberry solids and add the black tea bag (or as desired).
6. Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
7. Just before serving, stir in honey if desired. Serve over ice and enjoy!
Cooking Time: None, as this is a cold-brewed tea.
Pink Grapefruit Mojito Mocktail
A refreshing twist on the classic mojito, this pink grapefruit mocktail is perfect for warm weather gatherings or anytime you need a fruity pick-me-up. With its zesty flavor and vibrant color, it’s sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike!
Ingredients:
– 2 cups grapefruit juice (pink or white)
– 1 cup club soda
– 1/4 cup simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
– Ice cubes
– Fresh pink grapefruit slices for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine grapefruit juice, simple syrup, and mint leaves. Stir to combine.
2. Add club soda and stir gently to combine.
3. Fill glasses with ice and pour the mocktail mixture over the ice.
4. Garnish each glass with a fresh pink grapefruit slice.
Cooking Time: None! This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, perfect for a spontaneous gathering or a weeknight dinner party.
Lychee Rose Soda
This sweet and tangy soda is perfect for warm weather. With the unique flavor combination of lychee and rose, you’ll be sipping on a refreshing drink that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups water
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup fresh lychee juice
– 1/4 cup rose syrup (or rosewater)
– 1/2 cup club soda
– Ice cubes
– Fresh lychees and edible flowers for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine water and sugar. Heat over low heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
2. Remove from heat and stir in fresh lychee juice and rose syrup (or rosewater).
3. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
4. Stir in club soda.
5. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
6. Serve the soda over ice cubes, garnished with fresh lychees and edible flowers if desired.
Cooking Time: None. Simply prepare and chill the mixture before serving.
Cherry Vanilla Milkshake
Experience the sweet and creamy union of cherry and vanilla flavors with this simple milkshake recipe. Perfect for a hot summer day or a special treat any time of the year!
Ingredients:
– 2 cups vanilla ice cream
– 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup whole milk
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a blender, combine the ice cream, cherries, and sugar. Blend until smooth.
2. Add the milk and vanilla extract to the blender. Blend until well combined.
3. Taste and adjust sweetness or flavor as needed.
4. Pour into glasses and serve immediately. If desired, add a few ice cubes to thicken the milkshake.
Cooking Time: None! Just blend and enjoy!
Pink Lavender Lemonade
Transform a classic summer drink into a unique and refreshing treat with the subtle sweetness of pink lavender. This recipe combines the tartness of lemonade with the floral notes of dried lavender petals, resulting in a delightful and Instagram-worthy beverage.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 4 cups water
– 1/4 cup dried pink lavender petals
– Ice cubes (optional)
– Fresh lavender buds or edible flowers for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, mix together lemon juice and sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved.
2. Add water to the pitcher and stir well to combine.
3. In a small bowl, steep dried pink lavender petals in 1 cup of hot water for at least 10 minutes to release their flavor and aroma.
4. Strain the lavender infusion into the lemonade mixture and stir gently.
5. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
6. Serve over ice cubes, if desired, and garnish with fresh lavender buds or edible flowers.
Cooking Time: None
Strawberry Matcha Latte
Start your day with a refreshing and revitalizing drink that combines the sweetness of strawberries with the subtle bitterness of matcha green tea.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup strong brewed matcha green tea
– 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
– 1 tablespoon strawberry syrup
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Ice cubes
– Fresh strawberry slices for garnish
Instructions:
1. Brew the matcha green tea according to package instructions.
2. In a blender, combine the brewed matcha, milk, strawberry syrup, and vanilla extract.
3. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding ice cubes as needed to achieve desired thickness.
4. Pour into glasses and garnish with fresh strawberry slices.
Cooking Time: 5 minutes
Pink Pineapple Coconut Water
This vibrant drink is a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors, making it an ideal pick-me-up for hot summer days or any time you need a revitalizing boost. With its refreshing combination of pineapple juice, coconut water, and a hint of sweetness, this recipe is sure to quench your thirst.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
– 1/2 cup coconut water
– 1 tablespoon honey
– Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a blender or juicer, puree the pineapple chunks until smooth.
2. Add the coconut water and blend until well combined.
3. Stir in the honey until dissolved.
4. Taste and adjust sweetness to your liking.
5. Pour into glasses filled with ice cubes, if desired.
Cooking Time: 0 minutes (ready in seconds!)
Enjoy your refreshing Pink Pineapple Coconut Water!
Berry Hibiscus Sangria
Elevate your summer gatherings with this refreshing Berry Hibiscus Sangria, perfect for warm weather sipping.
Ingredients:
– 1 bottle of red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot work well)
– 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
– 1/4 cup hibiscus syrup
– 1 orange, sliced
– 1 lemon, sliced
– 1 lime, sliced
– Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine red wine and mixed berries. Let it sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
2. Add hibiscus syrup and stir well.
3. Slice the orange, lemon, and lime into thin wheels and add them to the pitcher.
4. Stir gently and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to combine.
5. Just before serving, garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve chilled.
Cooking Time: 30 minutes (plus chilling time)
Summary
Beat the heat this summer with these 18 refreshing pink drink recipes! From fruity spritzers to creamy smoothies, there’s something for everyone. Try a Strawberry Coconut Pink Drink, infused with the sweetness of strawberries and the creaminess of coconut milk. Or go green with a Pink Grapefruit Mojito Mocktail, featuring tangy grapefruit juice and a hint of mint. Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet or savory, these pink drinks are sure to quench your thirst and satisfy your taste buds.