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Foody Friday: Warm Weather, Cold Drinks

Dawn — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:00:07 +0000

It has been pushing 90 degrees around these parts lately, and that means at least three things:

I have been sweating like a man.
Walking to class is now a chore.
I need a refreshing beverage (or four) in my life.

I can’t do much about numbers 1 and 2, but I’m well on my way to remedying the third (with the help of my good pal Pinterest):

Sources: Strawberry Basil Sangria, Peach Limeade, Spicy Grapefruit Margarita, Chocolate Raspberry Smoothie.

Don’t they all look like dreams come true? Maybe I can make one of these bad boys happen this weekend.

Thoughts on Wake Me/Relax Me Beverages

Dawn — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 14:00:09 +0000

When I saw Genesis Today’s new Wake Me and Relax Me drinks in reasonably-priced 10 ounce bottles, I knew I had to try them both. The impressive ingredients and attractive design sealed the deal. My expectations were pretty high since I’m a huge fan of their Acai Berry Juice, but I tried to have an open mind with both beverages. Below are my thoughts concerning each.

Wake Me- This was definitely my least favorite of the two. I’ve been known to enjoy a stevia-sweetened drink before, but this was almost too much to handle (and since the first few ingredients listed were fruit juices, it probably wasn’t even necessary). The stevia combined with another flavor I couldn’t pinpoint gave this juice a SunnyD type taste that I did not appreciate or enjoy. On the bright side, however, I did feel especially energized after finishing the bottle.

Relax Me- I really liked this tea. It tasted like cherry juice (which makes sense since it’s the first ingredient listed) mixed with prune juice (a juice that some people find disgusting but I actually enjoy), and the stevia was apparent but not overwhelming. I thought about taking a pre bedtime nap after finishing this beverage, and I felt relaxed enough to do so, but I thought better of it. I’ll definitely be buying Relax Me again.

Have you tried either of these drinks before? Have anything to add?

Safe Sex on the Beach (and Other Mocktails)

Dawn — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 14:00:21 +0000

I love a mixed drink as much as the next broad, but the last thing I need when I’m sweating on the beach is a dehydrating alcoholic beverage. My solution? Mocktails! Sure, mocktails might seem childish to some, but they can also be refreshing, tasty, and even healthy (if you play your cards right)! Last year at the beach, Danielle and I made a couple of Safe Sex on the Beaches (initially attracted to the clever name) using this simple recipe. They were mega delicious, and we both felt fancy while drinking them. We liked them so much that we made several subsequent batches throughout the week. Here’s a picture of us looking classy and enjoying our creation:

Interested in making your own mocktail or virgin drink? Here are a few recipes I’ve had my eye on:

I’m sure I will be making (and have probably already made) at least one of the above on this year’s family beach vacation.

Do you have a favorite mocktail recipe to suggest? If nonalcoholic isn’t your cup of tea, then what’s your favorite grown folks mixed drink?