Refreshing summer coolers to keep hydrated in the scorching heat

Weekend Plus Desk :
ummer is at its peak with the temperature rising to over 45 degrees, making it difficult to step outside. At such a time, it becomes extremely important to keep yourself hydrated, especially if your schedule keeps you under the sun.
While water is the best and easiest way to keep yourself hydrated, why not try something flavoured this summer?
Here are some easy summer cooler recipes that you can prepare to quench your thirst.

Star Anise Kaffir Lime
Ingredients
2 – Fresh pomegranate
4 – Kaffir lime leaves
60ml – Tea decoction
10ml – Grenadine
5ml – Lime juice
45ml- Sprite
Method
* Put all ingredients, except fizz and tea decoction, in a shaker and muddle them together.
* Shake it softly and add then add fizz and tea decoction.
* Top up with sprite garnish, grated nutmeg and star anise, and serve it in a white wine glass.

Blossom Sphere
Ingredients
45ml – Masala tea syrup
5 – Cucumber chunks
15ml – Rosewater
10ml – Ginger ale
20ml – Lime juice
Method
* Mix all the ingredients together and shake with ice.
*Strain it and top with a splash of ginger ale.
* Garnish with cucumber and edible flowers.

Citrus & Spice
Ingredients
30ml – Elderflower syrup
60ml – Apple juice
4 – Kaffir lime leaves
20ml – Lime juice
Method
* Mix and shake all the ingredients together.
* Garnish with kaffir lime leaves and serve.