Calm, Cool & Hydrated: Herbal Summer Drinks
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When the summer sun is high, your body craves more than just water—it wants nourishment. These vibrant herbal drinks deliver hydration with benefits, using Eclectic’s freeze-dried powders to replenish minerals, support your nervous system, and help you stay cool, calm, and collected.
We’re starting with a Green Goddess Mocktail—a crisp, basil-laced mocktail powered by celery juice powder and green apple for a clear, uplifting feel. Next, a Bilberry Virgin Mojito brings minty refreshment with a jewel-toned antioxidant twist. And finally, our Iced Nettle Latte is your mineral-rich, caffeine-optional summer staple—creamy, calm, and deeply nourishing.
Simple to make. Easy to love. Perfect for sipping in the shade, after a swim, or during a mindful pause between summer adventures.
Green Goddess Mocktail with Celery Juice
A crisp, herbal refresher for hot days and hot moods—featuring Eclectic’s freeze-dried celery powder, green apple, basil, and a splash of tangy brightness.
Ingredients:
½ tsp Eclectic’s Freeze-Dried Celery Juice Powder
½ green apple, chopped
Handful of fresh basil (about 6–8 leaves)
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1–2 tsp maple syrup (to taste)
Club soda or sparkling mineral water
Ice
Instructions:
In a blender, combine green apple, basil, and apple cider vinegar with a splash of water. Blend until smooth.
Strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth.
Stir in celery powder and maple syrup until fully dissolved.
Pour over ice and top with club soda.
Garnish with a basil sprig or apple slice.
Bilberry Virgin Mojito
A fruity, herbaceous mocktail that is healthy, cools the body, and looks as gorgeous as it tastes. The bilberry gives it a jewel-toned hue and a burst of anthocyanin-rich goodness for your eyes, skin, and circulation.
Ingredients:
½ tsp Eclectic’s freeze-dried bilberry powder
6–8 fresh mint leaves
Juice of ½ lime
1–2 tsp maple syrup or simple syrup (to taste)
8 oz sparkling water or club soda
Ice
Optional: fresh berries or mint sprig for garnish
Instructions:
In a glass, muddle mint leaves with lime juice and maple syrup.
Stir in the bilberry powder until fully dissolved.
Add ice and top with sparkling water.
Gently stir to combine.
Garnish with a mint sprig and a few fresh blueberries or blackberries.
Iced Nettles Matcha Latte
Nettle powder brings grounding, green nourishment—especially rich in iron, calcium, magnesium, and silica. It’s like a plant-based multivitamin in a latte. Add matcha for a little extra lift or keep it pure and caffeine-free for afternoon balance.
Ingredients:
1 tsp Eclectic’s freeze-dried nettle powder
1 cup oat milk or almond milk
1–2 tsp maple syrup or honey (to taste)
Ice
Optional: ¼ tsp matcha powder for gentle caffeine
Instructions:
In a jar or shaker, combine nettle powder, milk, and sweetener.
Add matcha if desired.
Shake or stir well until fully blended and frothy.
Pour over a glass of ice.
Garnish with a dusting of nettle powder or a mint leaf if feeling fancy.
The Author: Christine Alstat
Meet Chris Alstat, an internationally acclaimed naturopath and herbalist of Japanese heritage, whose profound expertise in plants and natural health has garnered recognition worldwide. As the owner of Eclectic Herb, Chris seamlessly intertwines her deep-rooted commitment to the Earth with her business, cultivating a space where her passion for plants is ever in full bloom. Her influential voice on herbal wisdom resonates across the globe through publications and panels, reflecting a lifetime commitment to nurturing both the plant kingdom and the earth.
