I started making this when I felt run-down one summer and didn’t want another sugary juice. I boiled fresh ginger, added lemon, and chilled it into the most refreshing tea I’d ever had. It was like a gentle detox and cool-down all in one plus my kids love it over ice with a little honey. Now it’s a ...

After a long day running errands in the heat, I needed something tropical — fast. I had mango chunks in the freezer and a can of coconut milk in the pantry. I blended them with lime, added some ice, and oh my goodness... it was creamy, cool, and completely satisfying without being heavy. Now it’s my...

During one chaotic week of summer camps, grocery runs, and non-stop heat, I felt drained. I tossed cucumber slices and mint into sparkling water just to feel human again  and wow. It instantly cooled me down and gave me that peaceful, spa-day feeling, even with dishes in the sink. Now I keep a pitch...

Back when I first cut out sugary drinks, I missed the fizz and flavor of soda. One afternoon, I threw a handful of raspberries and lime into my water with ice and gave it a little mash. I added a splash of sparkling water and boom. It was refreshing, tangy, and honestly better than anything in a can...

A few summers ago, we skipped our usual beach trip and had a "staycation" at home. I was craving something tropical — but without the sugary syrups or store-bought mixers. I blended fresh pineapple with lime, added sparkling water, and the result was pure vacation in a glass. Now it’s our go-to when...

One summer, I was trying to stay hydrated without downing another boring glass of water. I had half a watermelon in the fridge and a handful of mint from my herb pot. I blended it all together with some ice and lime, and it instantly became my go-to summer ritual. It’s light, fresh, and tastes like ...

When we moved into our house, we inherited a peach tree that exploded with fruit every July. I had baskets of them and no clue what to do until one blazing hot day, I tossed a few into the blender with leftover iced tea and some honey. One sip, and I was hooked. It was cold, sweet-but-not-too-sweet,...

One scorching July afternoon, I was desperate for something cold and not another sugary juice box from the fridge. I had strawberries that needed using up and a basil plant thriving on the windowsill. I tossed them into the blender with lemon and a bit of honey, and oh my goodness… it was like a sum...

Back when my kids were little, I used to dream about a 5-minute escape from the chaos — just enough to feel like me again. One summer evening, I started playing around with leftover citrus and a splash of tequila while prepping dinner. What came out of that shaker was sunshine in a glass — tart, swe...