When the thermometer climbs above 95°F, a bottle of water isn’t always enough to quench our thirst for refreshment. Reimagined matcha, next‑gen sodas, a cult beverage from the United States, or homemade iced coffee: this summer, there are plenty of options to stay cool while indulging a little. Here are four original drinks to try to get through heat waves with a touch more indulgence.
The Althée Matcha Coco Cloud, the refreshing break that feels good
Matcha continues to charm health‑minded beverage lovers, but this summer version could become your new obsession. Althée’s matcha blends high‑quality organic matcha with a trio of functional mushrooms: Reishi, Chaga, and Lion’s Mane.
For the summer, the brand offers a light and ultra‑refreshing recipe based on coconut water, oat milk, and a fluffy matcha foam.
The Coco Cloud recipe
Ingredients:
- 200 ml unsweetened coconut water
- A few ice cubes or crushed ice
- 15 ml oat milk
- A splash of maple syrup
- 45 ml cold soy cream
- One dose of Althée Matcha
In a bowl, whisk the matcha, oat milk and maple syrup until the texture is smooth. Then add the cold soy cream and whip everything with an electric frother. Pour the coconut water into a tall glass filled with ice cubes before gently layering the matcha foam on top. Result: a light drink, not overly sweet, and especially pleasant as temperatures rise.
Dr Pepper, a quick trip to the United States
It’s hard to talk about original beverages without mentioning Dr Pepper. More than a century after its creation in the United States, the brand continues to surprise with a recipe that blends 23 different flavors.
Alongside the original version, enthusiasts of richer flavors can also discover Dr Pepper Cherry, a fruit‑accented variation that’s winning over more and more consumers.
A refreshing option that breaks away from traditional sodas and pairs perfectly with summer evenings in front of soccer games.
The homemade granita, summer’s refreshing star
When the heat becomes stifling, it’s hard to resist a good granita. The good news: you no longer need to spend hours freezing your mixture to achieve that ultra‑refreshing icy texture. Thanks to the Frost Fusion machine from Cuisinart, you can make granitas, slushies and other frozen drinks in just 30 minutes, without pre‑freezing the bowl.
Its design makes it accessible to everyone. Simply pour in the ingredients, select one of the six preset programs, and let the machine do the rest. A real time saver for quickly whipping up a refreshing drink on a hot afternoon or an impromptu gathering with friends.
Another standout summer feature: the Keep Cool function keeps ice creams ready to serve for 30 minutes and preserves frozen drinks for up to 16 hours. That way you can enjoy your creations all day without worrying they’ll melt too quickly. And if you overdid it, you can also freeze the leftovers for later.
Machine sorbet, glaces et boissons Frost Fusion – CUISINART – $379.99
Leamo, the next‑generation lemonade that’s making waves
The beverage market is shifting toward simple, transparent recipes. That’s precisely the promise of Leamo, a young brand advocating a return to basics.
Here, there are no added vitamins, proteins or complex ingredients. The recipes rely on a short ingredient list, with no additives or controversial sweeteners, while keeping a low calorie count. The range today includes three flavors:
- Lemon, especially refreshing
- A bolder, lighter recipe
- Peach, the 2026 novelty with soft, fruity notes
With less than 5 grams of sugar per 100 ml, these sodas appeal to those who want to treat themselves without overdoing it. The practical, recyclable packaging also makes them ideal for picnics, commutes, or beach afternoons.
Soda Peach Sparkling – LEAMO – $5.65 for a pack of three
The homemade cappuccino Cold Brew for a summer savings
Morning iced coffees can quickly add up. The good news is that it’s now quite simple to recreate a cafe‑quality iced cappuccino at home. And to do it, you simply need a top‑tier coffee machine like the Intuition Experience Hot & Cold from KRUPS.
The idea is straightforward: perform a Cold Brew extraction to obtain a smoother, less bitter, and especially thirst‑quenching beverage. Pour the coffee over ice and top it with a generous froth of milk to achieve a creamy, balanced iced cappuccino.
This option not only saves money but also lets you tailor the recipe to your tastes, with dairy alternatives or a hint of syrup for the more indulgent.
Intuition Experience Hot& Cold Automatic Espresso Machine, 36 recipes – KRUPS – $999.99
