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Watermelon Cooler

Spring and Summer Sippersbeverage, drink, mocktail, non-alcoholic, summer drink, watermelon

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:...

Rosemary Cucumber Cooler

Drinks, Spring and Summer Sipperscoolers, cucumber. lemonade, summer drinks

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....

Caribbean Cooler

Spring and Summer Sippershibiscus, summer drink

This refreshing beverage is reminiscent of the rose-colored iced drinks served at Caribbean street carnivals. For best results, make the tea the night before serving. This drink is perfect for serving with brunch, too! INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup Hibiscus Cooler tisane* 4 cups boiling water 1/2 cup sugar (or to taste) 1 quart chilled pineapple juice...

Cherry Guava Syrup

Drinks, Miscellaneous, Spring and Summer Sippers, Waffles, Pancakes, Syrups and Toppingsbeverages, cherry guava, cordial, guava, guava syrup, mocktail

Use this tangy syrup in cordials, cocktails, or desserts. It’s delicious on top of vanilla ice cream and can be used in smoothies to add tropical flavor. You’ll find fresh cherry guavas at Borba Farms. INGREDIENTS: 2 lbs. cherry guavas, washed 4 cups water (enough to cover guavas) 1 teaspoon rosewater 1/2 cup sugar METHOD:...

Kiwi Soda

Spring and Summer Sippers

A light and refreshing fruit sparkler. INGREDIENTS : 2 ripe kiwis, peeled and coarsely chopped 1 lime, juiced 4 tablespoons agave nectar  or simple syrupIce Cold club soda METHOD: Place kiwis and lime juice in a blender and process until smooth. Divide kiwi purée mixture between two tall glasses (about 1/3 cup purée per drink). Using...

Strawberry Lemonade

Spring and Summer Sippers

INGREDIENTS: 1 quart fresh strawberries, hulled3 cups cold drinking water3/4 cup lemon Juice3/4 cup sugar*2 cups chilled soda waterIce METHOD: In blender containier, puree strawberries. In pitcher, combine pureed strawberries, water, lemon juice, and sugar; stir until sugar dissolves. Add club soda. Serve over ice and garnish with strawberries and/or mint leaves. * Up to...