There is nothing wrong with the occasional alcoholic drink, but raise your hand if, when the heat hits, you find yourself craving a little bit more?
Ditch the empty calories and give your body a refresher that is more than just that! These refreshing summer numbers will have you and your guests feeling quenched while giving your body a little extra boost of nutrients.
TURMERIC, ORANGE & GINGER SPRITZER
Ingredients
2 oranges
1 lime
3 cm (1 inch) piece fresh ginger
3 cm (1 inch) piece fresh turmeric
1 tbsp coconut sugar (optional)
1 bottle chilled sparkling mineral water
Method
Juice citrus fruits, ginger & turmeric.
Mix in coconut sugar.
Serve mixed with mineral water & extra fruits if desired.
BERRY LEMONADE
Ingredients
½ cup lemon juice
⅓ cup filtered water
1 tbsp pure maple syrup
1 cup frozen berries
1 lime, sliced
1 bottle chilled sparkling mineral water
Method
Mix together lemon juice, filtered water, maple syrup in glass jar and shake well. This will be the lemonade base.
Add berries to jug or divide between glasses, along with sliced lime. Top with lemonade mix.
About the Author
Rachel Morrow
Alongside being a qualified nutritionist and our social media guru, Rachel is Food Matters’ Recipe Developer. She’s forever dreaming up and developing new recipes for the community to enjoy.
