Ditch the Soda: 8 Old-Fashioned Summer Drinks from the Homestead Kitchen (Healthy & Refreshing!)

Looking for healthy and refreshing summer drinks that aren’t soda? In this video, I’m sharing my favorite homemade beverages to help you stay cool and hydrated on hot summer days. 🍋🥤 From sparkling lemon spritzers and fruity mocktails to herbal iced teas, iced coffee, and smoothies—you’ll find plenty of delicious options made with real ingredients right from your kitchen or garden.

🌿 What you’ll learn in this video:

- Easy soda alternatives you can make at home
- Seasonal fruit mocktails like watermelon basil & rhubarb lemonade
- How to use herbs for refreshing iced teas and infused waters
- My go-to protein shake and iced coffee recipe
- Simple tricks like herbed ice cubes & chia pudding for cool summer treats

Say goodbye to sugary sodas and hello to nourishing drinks that actually hydrate and satisfy!

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