Chinese ginger jujube tea is a comforting home remedy and winter tonic used to ward off a cold or chill. INGREDIENTS: 2 cups fresh filtered water 1 ounce fresh ginger, thinly sliced 1 ounce jujubes, (halved) Honey to taste METHOD: Place water, ginger, and dates in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce...Read More

The addition of cucumber to traditional lemonade makes a refreshing sweet-tart beverage that is perfect for a hot afternoon. INGREDIENTS: 2 English cucumbers 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice 4 cups water 3/4 cup sugar* Ice METHOD: Peel cucumbers and chop them into 1-inch chunks. Place 2 cups water, half the cucumber pieces, and sugar...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups raw almonds 4 cups pure drinking water 1/2 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1 tablespoon sweetener of choice Pinch of Himalayan salt METHOD: Rinse almonds, and soak them in water for 10-12 hours. Rinse again. Blend the nuts with the drinking water in a blender, into a slurry....Read More

Fruit-based “cool waters” are sold throughout Mexico from giant glass jars, their vivid hues as inviting as their luscious flavors. Almost any ripe fruit—cantaloupe, pineapple, mango, watermelon, papaya, and more — is transformed into a refreshing cool drink by simply puréeing it with water and sugar. Feel free to combine fruits; one delicious blend is...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 ripe medium avocado (6–8 ounces) 1 cup ice (8 ice cubes) 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk  1/4 to 1/2 cup whole milk METHOD: Scoop the avocado flesh into a blender. Add the remaining ingredients, starting out with the least amount of milk and puree until completely smooth. Taste and add additional milk, depending...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup crushed pineapple 4 fresh Blenheim apricots, diced 6 strawberries 1/2 banana 1 1/2 cups ice 1 tablespoon skim milk powder 1 heaping tablespoon high-quality protein powder (optional) 1 teaspoon flax seed oil (optional) METHOD: In a blender, process the fruit with the rest of the ingredients. Blend until thoroughly mixed and serve....Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup sugar 2 cups water 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice   1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and halved or (or 1 pint raspberries) 2 cups cold sparkling water or club soda Whole strawberries, mint sprigs for garnish METHOD: In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring...Read More

This icy-cold slushy made with sweet watermelon is the perfect refreshment for hot summer days! INGREDIENTS: 4 cups cubed seedless ripe, sweet watermelon 10 ice cubes 1/3 cup fresh lime juice 1/4 cup white sugar 2 small sprigs of fresh mint, leaves removed 1/8 teaspoon salt METHOD: Place watermelon and ice into a blender. Add...Read More

Here’s a refreshing change for a summertime drink that uses icy cold watermelon and limeade concentrate. Allow enough time to freeze the watermelon prior to preparing beverage. INGREDIENTS: 1 small watermelon, cut into 1/2-inch cubes watermelon (8 cups) 1 1/2 cups ginger ale 1/3 cup water 1 can (6 oz) frozen limeade concentrate, thawed METHOD:...Read More

Turn fresh rosemary, cucumbers and lemons into a refreshing cooler to stay hydrated on a hot day. INGREDIENTS: 3 large cucumbers 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary, plus 4 sprigs for garnish 1 cup water ½ cup lemon juice 3 tablespoons agave syrup* Ice METHOD: Cut 12 thin slices of cucumber for garnish and set aside....Read More