The UAE heat tests your patience and energy levels, you need to refresh and re-energize yourself every now and then. Maithili Bachani lists 5 cool summer drinks that you need to try out this summer; you might just find your favorite drink!
Coconut Water Lemonade
A coconut water lemonade is light and fresh, and exactly what you need after a long day in the sun. Mix some coconut water, lemon juice along with honey and black salt; finally add ice and enjoy your drink. This drink blends the natural sweetness of the coconut with the citrusy flavour of lime; it is a combination worth trying!
Liquid I.V.
As weird as it may sound, liquid IV is indeed the drink of this summer; it comes in many flavours like lemon lime, tropical punch, cotton candy and many more. Just add your favorite Liquid I.V. flavour to a glass of water. They are functional and get you hydrated instantly with one sachet; it’s all the electrolytes you need.
Cherry Coke Slushie
If you’re craving something that has the iciness of an ice-cream but wanting a cooling flavour, the cherry coke slushie will quench your thirst. Frozen cherries blended with ice cubes and coke, along with a squeeze of lime; it’s a must have this summer.
Whipped Lemonade
A whipped lemonade is an innovative twist of the boring old lemonade we’ve been having for years, just take your favourite lemonade and mix it with sweetened condensed milk and you’ve got yourself a light, sweet and zesty summer drink.
Cucumber Mint Cooler
You can never go wrong with a classic cucumber mint cooler, it’s cool, crisp and the ultimate refresher. Simply blend some cucumber with mint and ice, this drink is energizing as well as relaxing, ideal for the summers.