As temperatures rise, the demand for refreshing, hydrating, and visually appealing beverages takes centre stage. Summer mocktails have become a popular choice across homes, cafés, and restaurants, offering
a perfect balance of flavour, health, and creativity, without the alcohol. Crafted with seasonal fruits, fresh herbs, and vibrant ingredients, these drinks not only cool the body but also elevate the overall dining experience. Whether you’re curating a menu or hosting a gathering, these easy-to-make mocktails are sure to impress and refresh.
Mango Mint Cooler By Chef Keshav Kumar Chaudhary, Assistant Chef at Sahib & Dhaba Restaurant, New York
A tropical, refreshing blend with a cooling twist.
Ingredients:
• 1 cup fresh mango pulp
• 8–10 fresh mint leaves
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp sugar or honey (optional)
• Chilled soda or sparkling water
• Ice cubes
Method:
In a shaker, muddle mint leaves with lemon juice and sugar.
Add mango pulp and mix well.
Fill a glass with ice and pour in the mixture.
Top with chilled soda.
Garnish with a mint sprig and a mango slice.
Watermelon Basil Splash By Chef Jasbir Singh Adhikari, Assistant Chef at The Imperia by Dhaba, New Jersey
Light, hydrating, and perfect for hot afternoons.
Ingredients:
• 2 cups fresh watermelon cubes (seedless)
• 5–6 basil leaves
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• A pinch of black salt
• Chilled water or soda
• Ice cubes
Method:
Blend the watermelon cubes and strain the juice.
Lightly crush the basil leaves and add them to the juice.
Mix in lime juice and black salt.
Pour over ice and top with chilled water or soda.
Garnish with basil leaves or a watermelon wedge.
Lemon Ginger Fizz
Zesty, spicy, and super refreshing.
Ingredients:
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger juice
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp sugar syrup
• Chilled soda
• Ice cubes
Method:
Mix ginger juice, lemon juice, and sugar syrup.
Pour into a glass filled with ice.
Top with chilled soda and stir gently.
Garnish with lemon slices and grated ginger.
