Beat the heat this summer with these seven 'cool' drinks!

Sip and savor these refreshing summer drinks while relaxing in the shade during the summer holidays.

Passion fruit lemonade

Nothing beats lemonade when it comes to summer drinks. These easy citrus drinks are the cheapest way to quench thirst when the temperature soars. If you are bored of the plain ones and common flavors like mint, ginger or cucumber, go for this exquisite passion fruit variety. Make it sparkling to bring the restaurant-like look.

Passion fruit lemonade

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Healthy tomato drink

Lemon and ginger are two basic ingredients you can add to any drink to get rid of any raw flavor or smell. Pair it with some basil leaves and you can make the best out of any fruit or vegetable juice; for instance, ripe tomatoes. Blanched tomatoes blended well with this ingredients would definitely add a healthy hue to your breakfast platter.

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Coconut apple cooler

Don't get fooled by the name, it has nothing to do with apples. Coconut apples are the cotton candies of nature. These white spongy treats that grow within coconuts provide nutrients for the seedling when it sprouts. Blend them with lemon juice, water and sugar for a nutrient-rich summer drink.

Coconut apple cooler

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Iced coffee

So you are a coffee person. Does it get on your nerves when you miss your regular dose of caffeine during summer when the days are too hot for a steaming cup of coffee? Don't worry, go with this chilled version. All you need is your regular coffee mix, a blender and some ice cubes!

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Chambakka grape cooler

Iced coffee

Chambakka or rose apple has a taste of nostalgia and childhood. This tropical fruit, found in abundance during the summer, can be used in juices, stir fry and even curries. If paired with grapes, it can also be transformed into a delicious summer cooler.

Chambakka grape cooler
Chambakka grape cooler ready to be relished

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Orange carrot ginger drink

Ginger is known for its various medicinal properties. It aids digestion and helps treat various stomach-related problems. It is also a good agent to add some flavor and spiciness to dishes. Give a makeover to the regular carrot juice by adding some ginger, orange and lemon to it. Make it zingy and spicy!

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Healthy morning drink

The internet is full of articles lauding the effects of having green apples on an empty stomach. Unarguably, it is among the best things that you can start your day with. Have this refreshing morning drink with green apple, cucumber, celery, ginger and some lemon juice and your skin will be forever grateful to you.

Healthy morning drink

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