Six Refreshing Beverage Options As Alternatives To Soft Drinks

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Fruit Infused Water

Literally fruit added to water, not only do these drinks look fantastic, they also provide some extra nutrients. Experiment with different fruit and veg combinations to find your perfect blend.

Iced herbal tea

Brew a strong batch of your favourite herbal tea (such as cranberry, pomegranate or rose hip), let it cool and then combine in a glass with plain mineral water. It’s sharp and refreshing, and you can add a bit of honey or sugar if you’d prefer.

Juice and soda water

Dilute one third of a glass of juice with plain soda or mineral water for a fizzy, thirst quenching alternative.

Homemade lemonade or ginger beer

There are multitudes of recipes online for either of these popular drinks, and while they take a bit more effort, you have absolute control over the amount of sugar added. And, it uses up that pile of lemons from your neighbour’s tree.

Coconut water

Loved by health nuts and superstars, coconut water is definitely on the fad food list, dubbed ‘nature’s sports drink’ for its natural electrolyte levels. While it still contains sugar, it contains far less than juice or soft drinks.

Iced coffee

As simple as an espresso shot and cold milk or milk alternative brought together with a touch of your favourite sweetener. A fun way to prepare an attractive iced coffee is to freeze your leftover coffee into ice cubes, add them to a glass and top up with milk.

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