Refreshing and Ready-to-Go: 5 Sugar-Free Drinks You Can Prep Now
It's a great idea to have sugar-free beverages readily available! By doing a little beverage prep ahead of time, especially during the summer when it's hot outside and kids are out of school. Here are some excellent options to stock your fridge, making healthy choices easy for everyone.
Iced Herb Teas: Brew a variety of herbal teas and chill them for a flavorful, sugar-free drink. Great options include:
Mint: Refreshing and calming. Consider using bags of mint-flavored tea along with fresh lemons and mint.
Chamomile: Perfect for a relaxing evening.
Butterfly Pea Flower: Offers a beautiful blue hue and mild flavor.
Flavored teas: Passion Fruit Tea, Orange Tea, Spice Tea, Green Tea, or Traditional Black Tea all provide diverse flavor profiles and fun colors.
Infused Water: Elevate plain water with natural flavors.
Lemon-infused water: A classic, bright, and invigorating choice.
Mint-infused water: Provides a cool and refreshing twist.
Cold Brew Coffee (Decaf): Prepare a batch of decaf cold brew. This allows for an enjoyable coffee experience throughout the day without the caffeine jitters, making it a versatile option for any time.
Milk: Keep a supply of your preferred milk (dairy or non-dairy) on hand for a quick, simple beverage.
Smoothie Station: Set up a dedicated smoothie area to encourage healthy blending.
Frozen Fruit: Portion out your favorite frozen fruits into bags or containers, ready for blending.
Skim Milk (or other milk of choice): Have milk readily available for the liquid base of smoothies.
On-the-Counter Smoothie Maker: Keep a blender easily accessible on the counter to make whipping up a quick smoothie a breeze.
Fun to-go cups: By keeping these on hand, it's easy to pour and go.
By having these sugar-free options prepped and ready, you'll make it incredibly simple for anyone opening the refrigerator to grab a healthy and delicious drink!
