Have you discovered the timeless charm of shrub? A shrub is an old fashioned, fruit-infused vinegar that is sweetened and is used to flavor carbonated water or cocktails. It’s perfect for brunch as a refreshing stand-in for champagne or as a thirst-quenching summer afternoon beverage! Start your strawberry shrub when strawberries are in peak season...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 4 ripe kiwis, peeled and sliced 2 cups honeydew melon, seeded and peeled, cut into chunks 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon agave nectar (or honey) 6 ice cubes 2 mint sprigs, optional, for garnish METHOD: In a blender, whirl melon, kiwi, lime juice, sweetener, and ice cubes until blended and smooth. Divide...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

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

INGREDIENTS: 2 cups fresh pineapple 1 orange 1 papaya 2-3 inch round of wheatgrass 6 ice cubes METHOD: Juice all ingredients, then place in a blender with ice cubes on high speed for 30 seconds.Read More

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...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup buttermilk, well shaken 1 cup fresh orange juice 1/2 very ripe banana 1 tablespoon honey or sugar (more or less, depending on your personal taste) 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract A handful of ice cubes METHOD: Place all ingredients in a blender. Process until smooth and frothy. VARIATIONS: Add other fresh or...Read More