Out Of My Closet!!: 10 Cool Summer Drinks

Living in this beautiful world is an honour.We are blessed with many beautiful and attractive weathers in all parts of world.Some part of world are cold throughout the year but some parts of the world are blessed with all sessions which we have in this world.Each and every person has its own choice of weather.Some like cold weather,some have great love for hot and summer weathers,and some have great interest in spring and autumn weathers.

Each and every seasons have their own importance and beauty.Some people having full interest in all seasons of the year.people love to sit under trees in hot summer weathers.they love to go to beach during hot summer weather.This is one of the best thing which people likes to do during hot summers and they wants some kind of cold drinks with them so that they also enjoy there with some kind of chills.

Here below are the 10 Cool Summer Drinks For You.

June Bug

Ginger ale, grenadine, orange juice, and sherbet are blended for a refreshing summer drink.

ingredients

3 cups ginger ale

4 tablespoons grenadine

4 tablespoons orange juice

3 scoops orange sherbet

directions

Blend together ginger ale, grenadine, orange juice, and sherbet. Pour into ice-filled cocktail glasses. (To make a version with alcohol, add white rum.)

Makes: 4 servings

Start to Finish: 5 mins

nutrition facts

Servings Per Recipe 4,

cal. (kcal) 163,

Fat, total (g) 1,

carb. (g) 40,

sugar (g) 33,

vit. A (IU) 49,

vit. C (mg) 8,

Thiamin (mg) 0,

Riboflavin (mg) 0,

Pyridoxine (Vit. B6) (mg) 0,

Folate (µg) 4,

Cobalamin (Vit. B12) (µg) 0,

sodium (mg) 31,

Potassium (mg) 65,

calcium (mg) 20,

iron (mg) 0,

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Watermelon Martinis

Fresh watermelon blended with lemon vodka, lime juice, and Cointreau makes a refreshing drink.

ingredients

5 cups watermelon cubes (rind and seeds removed)

3/4 cup lemon vodka

6 tablespoons lime juice

3 tablespoons Cointreau or triple sec

3 tablespoons sugar

directions

1.

Place watermelon in blender. Cover; blend until smooth. Pour puree into a pitcher and keep very cold, even a little frozen to make it icy.

2.

For two martinis, add one cup of watermelon puree, 1/4 cup of lemon vodka, two tablespoons of lime juice, one tablespoon each of Cointreau and sugar to the blender with three to six ice cubes. Cover; blend until slushy. Makes 6 large martinis.

Yield: 6 large martinis

Start to Finish: 20 mins

nutrition facts

cal. (kcal) 150,

carb. (g) 20,

fiber (g) 1,

sugar (g) 14,

pro. (g) 1,

vit. A (IU) 729,

vit. C (mg) 15,

Thiamin (mg) 0,

Riboflavin (mg) 0,

Niacin (mg) 0,

Pyridoxine (Vit. B6) (mg) 0,

Folate (µg) 4,

sodium (mg) 2,

Potassium (mg) 161,

calcium (mg) 10,

iron (mg) 0,

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Electric Lemonade

Fresh mint and lemon juice brightens this tangy cocktail.

ingredients1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice1/4 - 1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup fresh mint leaves1 cup sparkling mineral waterDash ginger ale2 - 3 cups ice1 cup vodkaFrozen vodka or sparkling mineral waterMint sprigs and lemon slices for garnish
directions

Chill 4 serving glasses in the freezer. Combine lemon juice, sugar, mint, mineral water, ginger ale, and ice in a blender. Slowly blend until thick.

Remove the four glasses from the freezer and pour a jigger (1/4 cup) vodka into each. Top with frozen lemonade mixture.

Add a straw and garnish each glass with a fresh mint sprig and a slice of lemon. Makes 4 servings.

Makes: 4 servings

Start to Finish: 25 mins
nutrition facts
Ginger Peach Margaritas

For a delicious cocktail, combine fresh peach puree, ginger syrup, lime juice, peach juice, tequila, and Triple Sec.

ingredients

12 ounces fresh peach puree or pureed frozen peaches

4 ounces ginger syrup

2 ounces lime juice

6 ounces peach juice or nectar

6 - 8 ounces tequila

3 - 4 ounces Cointreau or Triple Sec

Lime slices for garnish

directions

1.

Place pureed peaches, ginger syrup, lime juice and peach juice or nectar in a blender and mix together. Pour the mixture into a bowl and place in the freezer. When ready to serve, add tequila and Cointreau. Combine well and serve with lime slices. Makes 8 generous margaritas.

Yield: 8 generous margaritas

Start to Finish: 10 mins
nutrition facts

cal. (kcal) 163,

Fat, total (g) 0,

chol. (mg) 0,

sat. fat (g) 0,

carb. (g) 25,

Monosaturated fat (g) 0,

Polyunsaturated fat (g) 0,

Trans fatty acid (g) 0,

fiber (g) 1,

sugar (g) 20,

pro. (g) 0,

vit. A (IU) 194,

vit. C (mg) 53,

Thiamin (mg) 0,

Riboflavin (mg) 0,

Niacin (mg) 0,

Pyridoxine (Vit. B6) (mg) 0,

Folate (µg) 4,

Cobalamin (Vit. B12) (µg) 0,

sodium (mg) 2,

Potassium (mg) 77,

calcium (mg) 0,

iron (mg) 0,

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Pisco Sour

This cool cocktail gets a burst of fresh flavor from lime and mint. For a nonalcoholic version, replace the pisco with sparkling water.

ingredients

1 cup pisco (a south American brandy) or white rum

1 cup guava nectar

2 teaspoons superfine sugar

1/4 cup lime juice

Angostura bitters

Lime wedges

Mint leaves

directions

1.

In a glass pitcher combine the pisco or rum, guava nectar, sugar, and lime juice. Add a few shakes of Angostura bitters; stir well to dissolve sugar. Divide mixture among 4 glasses. add ice; top with a lime wedge and fresh mint. Makes 4 servings.

Makes: 4 servings

Fresh Melon Quenchers

Pureed fruit blended with ice and sparkling water makes a refreshing summer drink. A spoonful of yogurt adds creaminess, while a skewer of fresh fruit makes a pretty garnish.

ingredients

1 - 1 1/2 cups cantaloupe, honeydew, or watermelon puree*(about a quarter of a 4 lb. melon)

3 ice cubes

1/4 inch slice fresh ginger, grated

Plain low-fat yogurt

1 - 2 teaspoons honey

Shredded lime peel (optional)

Plain or flavored sparkling water

Frozen Melon Drink Skewers (recipe below)

directions

1.

In blender container combine melon puree, ice cubes, ginger, a teaspoon or two of yogurt, and honey. Blend just until mixture is frothy and smooth. Pour into serving glass. Add additional honey to adjust sweetness. Stir in lime peel to taste. Add sparkling water to fill glass. Serve with Frozen Melon Drink Skewers. Serve immediately.

To Puree Melon::

2.

Coarsely chop melon and transfer to blender container. Cover and blend until smooth. If needed, stop motor and press fruit down into blades with rubber spatula or spoon and continue to blend until smooth.

Frozen Melon Drink Skewers

Makes: 1 servings

Start to Finish 5 mins

ingredients

cantaloupe, honeydew, or watermeloon

wooden skewers

directions

1. Using a small melon baller, scoop cantaloupe, honeydew, or watermelon into balls. Or use a knife to cut melons into cubes or 1/2-inch-thick wedges. Thread melon balls and wedges onto wooden skewers. Arrange on parchment-or waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 2 to 4 hour or until firm. Makes 1 (16-ounce) serving.

Makes: 1 servings

Prep: 10 mins

nutrition facts

Servings Per Recipe 1,

cal. (kcal) 86,

Fat, total (g) 1,

chol. (mg) 0,

carb. (g) 21,

fiber (g) 2,

pro. (g) 2,

vit. A (IU) 5928,

vit. C (mg) 84,

sodium (mg) 57,

calcium (mg) 40,

iron (mg) 1,

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Watermelon Cooler Punch

Blended watermelon combined with white grape juice, lime juice, sugar, mint, and club soda makes a refreshing summer drink.

ingredients

3 cups coarsely chopped seeded watermelon

3/4 cup sugar

1/2 cup lightly packed fresh mint leaves

2 cups white grape juice

1 teaspoon finely shredded lime peel

3/4 cup fresh lime juice, chilled

32 ounce (4 cups) club soda, chilled

Fresh mint sprigs (optional)

Watermelon wedges or balls (optional)

directions

1.

Place watermelon in a blender or food processor. Cover and blend until smooth. Strain watermelon puree through a fine mesh sieve; discard pulp.

2.

In a large bowl combine sugar and mint. Using the back of a wooden spoon, lightly crush mint by pressing it against the side of the bowl. Add grape juice, lime peel, lime juice, and watermelon puree, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Stir in club soda. Serve in glasses over ice. If desired, garnish with mint sprigs and watermelon wedges or balls. Serve immediately. Makes 9 servings.

Makes: 9 servings

Start to Finish: 15 mins

nutrition facts

Servings Per Recipe 9,

cal. (kcal) 121,

carb. (g) 31,

fiber (g) 1,

sugar (g) 28,

pro. (g) 1,

vit. A (IU) 292,

vit. C (mg) 27,

Thiamin (mg) 0,

Riboflavin (mg) 0,

Niacin (mg) 0,

Pyridoxine (Vit. B6) (mg) 0,

Folate (µg) 8,

sodium (mg) 31,

Potassium (mg) 145,

calcium (mg) 20,

iron (mg) 1,

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Sparkling Peach Punch

Impress party guests with this fizzy drink featuring peach nectar, fresh peach slices, lemon juice, and ginger ale.

ingredients

3 cups water

1 1/2 cups sugar

1 3 ounce package peach-flavored gelatin

1 29 ounce can peach slices in light syrup

4 11.3ounce can peach nectar

1/2 cup lemon juice

8 10 ounce bottle ginger ale or club soda

directions

1.

In large saucepan combine water, sugar, and gelatin. Bring to boiling, stirring to dissolve.

2.

Place undrained peach slices in blender. Cover; blend until smooth. In extra-large bowl combine gelatin mixture, pureed peaches, peach nectar, and lemon juice. Divide peach mixture among four 1-quart containers. Cover and freeze overnight or until firm. NOTE: Mixture can be frozen up to 3 months. Use as many containers as needed to continue with Step 3. (Each quart makes 6 servings.)

3.

To serve, place one or more containers at room temperature for 1 hour. Break in chunks with large fork. Place in punch bowl or jug. Stir in 2 bottles of ginger ale per container of peach mixture until slushy. Makes 24 servings (four 6-serving batches).

Makes: 24 servings

Prep: 20 mins

Freeze: overnight

Stand: 1 hr

nutrition facts

Servings Per Recipe 24,

cal. (kcal) 143,

carb. (g) 37,

fiber (g) 1,

sugar (g) 36,

pro. (g) 1,

vit. A (IU) 243,

vit. C (mg) 6,

Riboflavin (mg) 0,

Niacin (mg) 0,

Pyridoxine (Vit. B6) (mg) 0,

Folate (µg) 4,

sodium (mg) 26,

Potassium (mg) 62,

calcium (mg) 10,

iron (mg) 0,

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Sunset Sangria

In this special twist on classic sangria, ruby-red wine floats atop pale green limeade. To get this two-tone effect, gently pour the wine on top of the limeade in the glass.

ingredients

2 teaspoons finely shredded lime peel

1 cup lime juice

3/4 cup sugar

Ice

1 750 milliliter bottle Pinot Noir or Syrah, chilled

1 nectarine, pitted and sliced

directions

1.

In a 1-quart glass measuring cup combine lime peel, lime juice, and sugar; add water to equal 4 cups. Stir to dissolve sugar. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.

2.

To serve, place ice in six 16-ounce glasses. Add 2/3 cup of the lime juice mixture to each glass. Pouring along side of glass, slowly add 1/2 cup wine. Thread nectarine slices on skewers and add to glasses. Serves 6.

Makes: 6 servings

Prep: 25 mins

Chill: 2 hrs

nutrition facts

Servings Per Recipe 6,

cal. (kcal) 220,

Fat, total (g) 0,

chol. (mg) 0,

sat. fat (g) 0,

carb. (g) 34,

Monosaturated fat (g) 0,

Polyunsaturated fat (g) 0,

fiber (g) 1,

sugar (g) 28,

pro. (g) 1,

vit. A (IU) 97,

vit. C (mg) 14,

Thiamin (mg) 0,

Riboflavin (mg) 0,

Niacin (mg) 0,

Pyridoxine (Vit. B6) (mg) 0,

Folate (µg) 4,

Cobalamin (Vit. B12) (µg) 0,

sodium (mg) 2,

Potassium (mg) 96,

calcium (mg) 10,

iron (mg) 0,

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Minted Iced Tea

Liven up your outdoor entertaining -- or just refresh your family's thirst -- with this simple fruit-infused tea. Orange and lemon accompany the mint that flavours this summer iced tea.

ingredients

7 cups water

2 cups sugar

8 tea bags orange pekoe tea

8 sprigs fresh mint

8 cups cold water

2 cups orange juice

3/4 cup lemon juice

Ice cubes

Fresh mint sprigs (optional)

directions

1.

In a large saucepan combine the 7 cups water and 2 cups sugar. Bring to boiling, stirring to dissolve sugar; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Add tea bags and 8 mint sprigs; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove tea bags and mint sprigs; discard.

2.

Transfer tea to a heatproof 1-1 /2- to 2-gallon bowl or container. Add the 8 cups cold water, orange juice, and lemon juice. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or up to 2 days. Serve tea over ice and garnish with additional mint sprigs. Makes 16 to 18 8-ounce servings.

Makes: 16 servings

Yield: 128 to 144 ounces

Prep: 20 mins

Chill: 4 hrs to 48 hrs

Cook: 15 mins

nutrition facts

Servings Per Recipe 16,

cal. (kcal) 110,

Fat, total (g) 0,

chol. (mg) 0,

sat. fat (g) 0,

carb. (g) 28,

Monosaturated fat (g) 0,

Polyunsaturated fat (g) 0,

fiber (g) 0,

sugar (g) 24,

pro. (g) 0,

vit. A (IU) 49,

vit. C (mg) 22,

Thiamin (mg) 0,

Riboflavin (mg) 0,

Niacin (mg) 0,

Pyridoxine (Vit. B6) (mg) 0,

Folate (µg) 12,

Cobalamin (Vit. B12) (µg) 0,

sodium (mg) 3,

Potassium (mg) 79,

calcium (mg) 10,

iron (mg) 1,

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

HOPE YOU ENJOY!!

THANK YOU!!

Out Of My Closet!!

Sunday, June 2, 2013

10 Cool Summer Drinks

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