BY: Vitamix
Nothing says “summer” like sipping a cold drink, surrounded by friends. While we can’t help with your guest list, we’ve got your summertime drinks menu covered. As the weather heats up, try cooling down—and impressing your family and friends—with one of these icy options. From healthy to indulgent, you’ll find the perfect summer drink for your next big party—or just a party of one.
- Tired of your standard smoothie?
Experiment with different flavors, from tropical to straight-from-the-garden. - Want a juicier option?
Take your lemonade up a notch by adding some unexpected ingredients. - Ready to party?
Whether you want a cocktail or mocktail, these flavors will be the hit of the night. - Need a pick-me-up?
Our blended coffee and tea drinks are a cool way to get your daily caffeine fix.
Smoothies
Going Green Smoothie
A beautiful blend of sweet fruits and fresh spinach, and a great starter recipe for someone who's new to green smoothies.
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Triple Berry Smoothie
Strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries blend with low-fat vanilla yogurt to create this sweet smoothie with a beautiful lavender color.
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Citrus Smoothie
Frozen mango chunks round out the citrus notes of fresh pineapple, orange, and lemon in this smoothie fit for paradise.
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Juices
Strawberry Lemonade
Your Aer™ Disc Container and a few simple ingredients are all you need to prepare this quick and easy lemonade.
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Ginger Greens Juice
A delicate mix of cucumbers, celery, apples, and kale will have you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
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Frosty Basil Lemonade
Create this icy, refreshing blend of citrus and herbs for those hot summer picnics. Made with whole seeded lemons—no juicing required!
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Cocktails & Mocktails
Whole Fruit Margarita
You've never tasted a margarita until you've made one with whole fruit!
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Acai Pomegranate Blueberry Agua Fresca
Tangy lime balances the sweetness of agave nectar, blueberries, and pomegranate coconut water in this refreshing mocktail.
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Frosé
A perfect summer cocktail for entertaining friends and family. Try substituting blackberries or raspberries for the strawberries for an entirely new twist on this recipe.
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Coffee & Tea
Cappuccino Shake
Personalize this frozen coffee drink with your favorite instant cappuccino flavor.
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Iced Bubble Matcha Tea
Vibrant green matcha powder infuses plenty of antioxidants into this refreshing summer beverage that’s as fun to drink as it is healthy.
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Vanilla Iced Mocha
An icy pick-me-up with milk, espresso, vanilla syrup, and chocolate sauce.
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