How to Make Cooling Drinks at Home

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How to Make Cooling Drinks at Home

In hot summer days, having a glass of cooling drinks is the perfect way to refresh and recharge. Instead of going to a café, you can easily prepare them at home using common ingredients. Here are 6 simple recipes for a healthier, cooler summer.

Kumquat Tea – Popular and Refreshing

Kumquat tea is a favorite among young people thanks to its balance of sweet and sour taste.

Tip: Freeze kumquats before squeezing to reduce bitterness from the peel.

Sauced Apricot Drink – A Taste of Hanoi

This traditional Hanoi drink is known for its sweet-and-sour flavor with a hint of ginger. It not only refreshes the body but also brings back childhood memories for many.

Tip: Use semi-ripe apricots with thick flesh for the best taste. Always sterilize the jars and spoons to avoid fermentation.

Kudzu Starch Drink – Cooling and Detoxifying

Kudzu starch is valued in traditional medicine for reducing fever, relieving headaches, and detoxifying the body.

Raw version: Rich in nutrients, suitable for sunstroke or alcohol detox.
Cooked version: Safer for children and pregnant women, but slightly less nutritious.

Perilla Leaf Tea – For Cooling and Skincare

Perilla leaves are not only a cooking herb but also a natural remedy. They help with colds, inflammation, and even skin health.

How to make: Boil perilla leaves with rock sugar, cool down, and add lemon juice. Do not over-boil to preserve essential oils.

Plum & Lychee Tea – Fruity and Refreshing

Seasonal plums and lychees make a deliciously refreshing drink. Brew tea, mix with plum syrup, lychee syrup, lemon juice, and ice. Garnish with fresh fruits for a vibrant look.

Green Bean & Pennywort Juice – Natural Skin Booster

Pennywort is known as a “youth vitamin.” Combined with green beans and coconut milk, it creates a creamy, cooling drink.

Tip: Chop pennywort before blending for a smoother texture. Powdered pennywort can be used as an alternative.

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