Mint, Cucumber & White Grape Refreshers

It's safe to say that the warm weather is (finally!) here, and I have the perfect drink to enjoy. The combination of fresh mint, cool cucumber, and sweet white grapes makes this a really refreshing drink on a hot summer's day. It's fabulous to serve at a summer party and a much healthier alternative to cocktails and brunch mimosas!

Refreshments are essential when it comes to party time. No one wants to feel sluggish and lethargic after indulging in a good time. But, the challenge is finding the right refreshment to keep everyone entertained and hydrated at the same time. Especially when you have a large group of people. In this blog, we will be discussing three refreshing drinks that will keep you refreshed and happy all night long! So, if you're looking for something special to quench your thirst and keep your group in good spirits, read on!

Drinks that are refreshing. Although water is the ultimate thirst quencher, we sometimes crave a little more flavour variety. Fruit juice juices or tea-based drinks are refreshing alternatives to traditional beverages.

No matter how hot and humid the weather is outside, you know that inside, it's positively freezing! And, this unbearable weather can only mean one thing- time for some refreshments! One of the most popular choices for refreshments during this time of the year is mint, cucumber and white grape refreshers. Here, we have put together a guide on how to make these refreshing drinks quickly and easily. All you need is some fresh ingredients, a blender, and some ice cubes. Get started and enjoy the cool weather while enjoying delicious drinks that will rejuvenate your senses!

Mint, Cucumber & White Grape Refreshers 

INGREDIENTS

•  A small handful of mint leaves

• 1 cup seedless white grapes (Champagne or Muscat grapes) juice

• 1 lime

• 1 teaspoon maple crystals

• 2-inch piece cucumber, thinly sliced

• About 1 cup super bubbly
  very cold sparkling water (best if you make your own!)

DIRECTIONS

• Wash your grapes and shake them gently to get some of the water off.

• Put ¼ cup grapes in a plastic bag with ½ teaspoon maple crystals and roll them around, coating all the grapes with the crystals.

• Stick them in the freezer for 1 hour. Roughly chop the mint leaves (should be fairly small) and mix with the maple crystals.

• Slice a grape in half and rub it around the rim of a pretty wine glass and then dip the rim in the minted sugar.

• Place in the freezer and let the glass chill for 5 to 10 minutes. Wrap ¾ cup of grapes in cheesecloth and squeeze the juice out into a small bowl.

• Pour the grape juice and lime juice into the chilled glass.

• Add the cucumber slices, along with the frozen grapes, the rest of the chopped mint, and the super bubbly soda water.

• Serve immediately. Enjoy!

While there are plenty of boozy drink ideas to try this summer, the crisp and refreshing flavour of a non-alcoholic beverage can occasionally hit the pinch in a way that few boozy cocktails can. These booze-free beverages, whether it's a watermelon lemonade, raspberry lime mock-arita fizz, or a popsicle punch, won't leave you scared about having another, and another, and another.

With that in mind, here are a few of the season's most delectable non-alcoholic drink recipes to sip on a hot summer day.

If you're looking for a refreshing drink that's both nutritious and tasty, you've come to the right place! Our recipe for mint cucumber and white grapes refreshers is simple, easy to make, and perfect for any summer occasion! Let us know how you liked it by leaving a comment below!

Mint cucumber and white grapes refreshers

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Ingredients

  

• A small handful of mint leaves
• 1 cup seedless white grapes Champagne or Muscat grapes juice
• 1 lime
• 1 teaspoon maple crystals
• 2- inch piece cucumber thinly sliced
• About 1 cup super bubbly very cold sparkling water (best if you make your own!)

Instructions

 

• Wash your grapes and shake them gently to get some of the water off.
• Put ¼ cup grapes in a plastic bag with ½ teaspoon maple crystals and roll them around, coating all the grapes with the crystals.
• Stick them in the freezer for 1 hour. Roughly chop the mint leaves (should be fairly small) and mix with the maple crystals.
• Slice a grape in half and rub it around the rim of a pretty wine glass and then dip the rim in the minted sugar.
• Place in the freezer and let the glass chill for 5 to 10 minutes. Wrap ¾ cup of grapes in cheesecloth and squeeze the juice out into a small bowl.
• Pour the grape juice and lime juice into the chilled glass.
• Add the cucumber slices, along with the frozen grapes, the rest of the chopped mint, and the super bubbly soda water.
• Serve immediately. Enjoy!