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62 recipes tagged with refreshing.

Cranberry-Mango Punch

5m ready

A refreshing non-alcoholic punch combining cranberry juice, mango nectar, club soda, and sparkling apple cider, garnished with lime wheels.

Easy Cuba Libre

2m 0s ready

A classic Cuban cocktail made with rum, lime juice, and cola. Refreshing and simple to prepare.

Hibiscus Palomitas

2h ready

A refreshing cocktail blending tequila, grapefruit juice, lime, and hibiscus syrup with a spicy chili-salt rim. Inspired by a paloma-margarita hybrid.

Cucumber, Ginger & Lime Salad

10m ready

A refreshing cucumber salad with ginger, lime, and fresh herbs. Perfect as a cooling side for spicy dishes.

Fruit Sodas

2m 0s ready

1 serving Fruit nectars are delicious served this way.

Citrus Salad

20m ready

A refreshing citrus salad made with oranges, grapefruits, and tangelos, lightly sweetened and optionally flavored with orange liqueur and mint.

Mojito

5m ready

1 serving A Cuban highball well known and loved for its refreshing combination of white rum, lime juice, and mint.

Maitrank (May Wine)

40m ready

About twenty-five 5-ounce servings Another German drink, dedicated to springtime and featuring fresh sweet woodruff, which, incidentally, may be grown in…

Spicy Ginger Ale

10m ready

6 to 8 servings This recipe makes a rich ginger syrup that you can keep on hand for making one glass of ginger ale at a time. To make ginger ale for a…

Switchel

30m ready

4 servings This lightly sweet and tart beverage is like a healthy sports drink, perfect for sipping while working or playing outside on a hot day.

Champagne Punch

4h ready

A refreshing champagne punch made with fruit syrup, lemon juice, oranges, and pineapple, chilled and served cold.

White Wine Spritzer

1m 0s ready

A refreshing white wine spritzer made with riesling and club soda, served over ice.

Pineapple Punch

2h ready

A refreshing punch made with black tea, citrus juices, mint, pineapple, and sparkling beverages. Serves 20.

Classic Arnie Palmer

2m 0s ready

A refreshing cocktail combining iced tea, lemonade, and vodka, served over ice.

Arnie Palmer

2m 0s ready

A refreshing cocktail combining iced tea, lemonade, and vodka, served over ice.

Shandy

1m 0s ready

1 serving If you use sparkling lemonade, this drink is called a Radler.

Lemonade Or Limeade

2m 0s ready

8 servings Orange, pineapple, raspberry, white grape juice, or other fruit juices may be combined with lemonade or limeade. To add a subtle twist, make…

Agua Fresca

15m ready

About 3 cups; 6 servings Agua fresca, Spanish for “cool water,” is a way of distilling the essence of ripe fruit into a refreshing summer drink. For a…

Citrus Juice Medley

5m ready

A refreshing citrus juice medley combining grapefruit, lemon or lime, and orange juices, sweetened with sugar or simple syrup and garnished with mint.

Paloma

5m ready

1 serving We do not normally advocate for specific brands of ingredients, but we would be remiss not to tell you that Mexican Squirt is truly the best…

Hibiscus Tea

8h ready

A refreshing iced tea made from dried hibiscus flowers, infused with cinnamon, orange blossom water, honey, and lime. Serve over ice for a tart and floral…

Grapefruit Herb Sodas

25m ready

A refreshing homemade soda made with grapefruit juice and herb-infused simple syrup. Perfect for summer picnics or barbecues.

Mowgli Gin & Tonic

5m ready

A refreshing gin and tonic infused with fresh ginger and coriander, perfect for a summer day.

Carrot-Apple-Beet-Ginger Squeeze

15m ready

A refreshing juice blend of tart apples, carrots, beet, and ginger, balanced with a pinch of salt.

Grapefruit-Ginger Paloma

5m ready

A refreshing tequila cocktail made with fresh grapefruit juice, lime, and ginger beer. Less sweet than a margarita, this paloma is perfect for any…

Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade

1h 10m ready

A classic soul food beverage made with fresh lemons, water, and sugar. Simple to prepare and perfect for any occasion.

Street-Stall Lemonade

20m ready

This super-refreshing lemonade is hugely popular in India and is commonly found served at streetside stalls or on railway platforms throughout the…

Captain Will’s High Latitudes Vodka Gimlet

5m ready

A crisp, cold vodka gimlet on the rocks, improved by mixing in a shaker with ice and serving over fresh ice, with a blend of Rose's Lime Juice, fresh…

Lemongrass, Ginger & Rum Cocktails

40m ready

A refreshing cocktail made with lemongrass, ginger, rum, lime, and tonic water. The lemongrass syrup adds a fragrant sweetness, while ginger provides a…

Chai Rum Sling

5m ready

A sweet, spiced, and refreshing cocktail made with Chai Rum, apple juice, lime, and mint. It's a quick pick-me-up perfect for any occasion.

Chinese Tiger Salad

10m ready

A crunchy and refreshing Chinese salad made with spring onions, bell peppers, baby leeks, and cilantro, tossed in a soy-sesame dressing. Perfect as a side…

Coco-Lime Margarita

5m ready

A refreshing cocktail combining coconut cream, tequila, and citrus juices, served over ice with a lime zest and star fruit garnish.

Mary’s Lemon-Bourbon Sidecars

5m ready

A bourbon twist on the classic sidecar cocktail, made with fresh Meyer lemon juice and orange liqueur. This refreshing drink is a signature at the…

Fresh Thai Summer Bowl With Cilantro-Lime Dressing

20m ready

A refreshing raw bowl packed with crunchy vegetables and a light, spicy cilantro-lime dressing. This plant-based dish is substantial and filling, perfect…

Watermelon Margaritas

2h ready

A refreshing frozen watermelon margarita made with fresh lime juice and tequila. The frozen watermelon cubes create a slushy texture without diluting the…

Sweet Citrus Spiked Iced Tea

5h ready

A spiked Arnold Palmer sweetened with honey and flavored with orange and lemon zest. This refreshing cocktail is perfect for sipping on warm afternoons.

The Smoking Dragon Fruit

10m ready

A smoky and sweet cocktail combining Scotch whisky with dragon fruit juice, honey syrup, and lemon juice. Garnished with a lemon wheel.

Lychee Lassi

5m ready

A refreshing lassi made with canned lychees, yogurt, and soy milk. Blended until smooth, this drink offers a floral, fresh sweetness.

Mango And Mint Fool

35m ready

A simple, creamy dessert combining mango purée with whipped cream, yogurt, and mint. Sweet, refreshing, and perfect for summer.

Peach And Raspberry Sangria

5m ready

A refreshing summer sangria made with peaches, raspberries, and sparkling wine. This quick and easy drink is perfect for warm weather.

Watermelon Salad

15m ready

A refreshing watermelon salad with fresh spearmint and a sprinkle of fleur de sel. Perfect for hot summer days.

Pink Moscato Lemonade

1h 0m ready

A refreshing pink moscato lemonade made with homemade simple syrup and fresh lemon juice. Perfect for warm weather gatherings.

Easy Strawberry Lemonade

20m ready

A refreshing homemade strawberry lemonade made with fresh strawberries and lemon juice. Sweetened with a simple syrup, it's perfect for summer.

Dark And Not So Stormy

5m ready

A lighter riff on the classic Dark 'n' Stormy cocktail, using fresh ginger and sparkling water to reduce sugar. The balance of spicy ginger and…

Strawberry-Ginger Mojito

5m ready

A refreshing strawberry-ginger mojito made with fresh ginger, strawberries, mint, and rum. Muddled and topped with club soda for a low-sugar twist.

Strawberry-Ginger Mojito

5m ready

A refreshing strawberry-ginger mojito made with fresh ginger, strawberries, mint, and rum. Muddled and topped with club soda for a low-sugar twist.

Yucátan Michelada

10m ready

A classic Mexican michelada made with beer, hot sauce, spices, and fresh lime. This refreshing drink is perfect for a hot day.

Tuna Ceviche

1h 0m ready

A vibrant ceviche featuring salt-cured ahi tuna in a tropical leche de tigre made with prickly pear, dragon fruit, and citrus. Topped with radish…

Tropical Papaya Smoothie

10m ready

A creamy and refreshing smoothie made with fresh papaya, nut milk, cashew yogurt, and lime juice. Naturally sweetened with coconut sugar, it's a tropical…

The Hard Twist

5m ready

A refreshing cocktail made with Campari, red grapefruit juice, and tonic water, perfect for a sunny day.

Keralan Southside

5m ready

A refreshing cocktail featuring kaffir lime leaves and fresh mint, shaken with gin, lemon juice, and Gomme syrup. Herbal and elegant.

Rose & Raspberry Gin & Tonic

5m ready

A refreshing gin and tonic with raspberry, ginger, and rose flavors. The gin balances the sweetness of the fruit and rosewater, creating a layered…

Citrus Sangria

2h ready

A refreshing citrus sangria made with sweet moscato, pineapple juice, white rum, and fresh fruit. Perfect for gatherings with friends.

Gingery Shirley Temple

35m ready

A toned-down version of the classic nonalcoholic Shirley Temple, made with pomegranate-ginger syrup and club soda.

Blackberry-Honey Lemonade

1h 20m ready

A refreshing lemonade sweetened with honey and infused with blackberries. Perfect for summer, it can be served as a non-alcoholic drink or spiked with…

Cherry Spritzers

45m ready

A refreshing cherry spritzer made with homemade cherry-lime syrup, perfect for hot summer days. Can be served as a non-alcoholic soda or a gin cocktail.

Almond Jelly With Fruit Cocktail

4h ready

A refreshing almond-flavored gelatin dessert served with chilled fruit cocktail in syrup. This Chinese dessert is often enjoyed in hot weather for its…

The Wandering Goose Easy Michelada Mix

10m ready

A refreshing Mexican cocktail made with beer, V-8 juice, hot sauce, Worcestershire, and lime juice. Serve over beer with a salted rim.

Prince’s Southern Iced Tea

18m ready

A Southern-style sweet iced tea made with strong black tea, powdered iced tea mix, and a pinch of baking soda to reduce bitterness. Serve over ice with…

Granddaddy’s Fast Cukes In Vin

40m ready

A quick and easy pickle of chilled cucumber slices in distilled white vinegar with black pepper. Perfect as a refreshing side dish.

Melon And Feta Salad

15m ready

A refreshing salad combining sweet melons with salty feta cheese, dressed with lime, honey, and Indian spices. Perfect for a light summer dish.

Cranberry Spritzer

2m 0s ready

A refreshing non-alcoholic drink made with club soda and sweetened cranberry juice. Perfect for any occasion.

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