Cold Drink

Cantaloupe meets apple cider vinegar in this refreshing non-alcoholic cocktail.

The ginger “bug,” which jump-starts the fermentation in this recipe from chef Cortney Burns, Bar Tartine, San Francisco, specifically uses organic ginger because it’s rich in microbes. You’ll have extra bug; use it to make more grape soda, or try 4 cups fresh unpasteurized apple juice in place of grape.

This drink is named for the Honolulu neighborhood where Town, Chef Kenney's restaurant, is located.

Muddling extracts essentail oils to deliver maximum herb impact. Tarragon flavors the boozy lemonade here, but basil makes an excellent sub.

There's nothing quite as refreshing as this Thai iced tea recipe on a hot summer day.

Watermelon's natural sweetness gets a little boost from agave syrup instead of refined sugar in this refreshing summer beverage.

Tasty, and healthy, too: Coconut water is high in potassium and other electrolytes, and Flaxseeds are a good source of beneficial omega-3s.

Tired of the same old yogurt for breakfast? This blackberry smoothie recipe keeps things interesting (yet healthy!).

You'll be blown away by how delicious this vending machine staple is when it's homemade.

In this classic egg cream recipe, seek out U-Bet chocolate syrup to make it the real deal.