Mar 02, 2026

Beat the Heat: 8 Underrated Global Summer Drinks You Must Try

Aanya Mehta

Agua de Jamaica (Mexico)

A refreshing hibiscus iced tea with a tart, cranberry like flavour. Lightly sweetened and served chilled, it’s a popular street drink known for its cooling and antioxidant properties.

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Ayran (Turkey)

This savoury yogurt based drink mixed with water and salt is incredibly refreshing in hot weather and helps restore electrolytes while aiding digestion.

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Granita (Italy)

Part drink, part dessert, this semi frozen treat comes in flavours like lemon, coffee, or almond and is a classic way to cool down during Mediterranean summers.

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Iced Barley Tea (Japan_South Korea)

Known as mugicha in Japan and boricha in Korea, this caffeine free roasted barley drink has a mild, nutty flavour and is commonly consumed cold throughout summer.

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Karkadé (Egypt)

Another hibiscus based drink, Karkadé is served chilled with a deeper, richer flavour than typical hibiscus teas and is prized for its cooling effect.

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Limonana (Israel)

A vibrant blend of fresh lemonade and mint, often served icy and frothy. Sweet, tangy, and herbal, it’s a perfect balance for scorching summer days.

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Sima (Finland)

A lightly fermented lemon drink traditionally enjoyed in spring and early summer. It’s mildly fizzy, slightly sweet, and incredibly refreshing.

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Tepache (Mexico)

A lightly fermented drink made from pineapple peels, spices, and sugar. It’s mildly tangy, naturally fizzy, and a sustainable way to enjoy fruit.

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