Delicious, Healthy, & Refreshing Drink Recipes | Wellness Mama https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/drinks/ Simple Answers for Healthier Families Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:13:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://wellnessmama.com/wp-content/uploads/site-icon-200x200.png Delicious, Healthy, & Refreshing Drink Recipes | Wellness Mama https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/drinks/ 32 32 Green Juice Benefits (Plus a Refreshing Recipe) https://wellnessmama.com/health/green-juice/ https://wellnessmama.com/health/green-juice/#respond Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:10:10 +0000 https://wellnessmama.com/?p=496746 Green juice has become more popular in recent years, especially during fasting or detox. It’s one of those wellness trends people either swear by or completely write off. For some it’s a daily habit that brings energy, while others just notice blood sugar spikes and get hangry (hungry + angry).  I’ve experimented with green juice […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/health/green-juice/feed/ 0 Delicious Herbal Tea Recipes and Their Benefits https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/health-boosting-herbal-teas/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/health-boosting-herbal-teas/#comments Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=5442 Herbal teas are a delicious and easy way to boost fluid intake and sneak in some extra nutrients. Unlike coffee and other teas that have caffeine, herbal tea benefits the body without keeping you awake or jittery. And while I love healthy coffee, I don’t drink it every day. Instead, I keep a big pitcher […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/health-boosting-herbal-teas/feed/ 67 How to Make a Peppermint Mocha https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/peppermint-mocha/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/peppermint-mocha/#comments Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:37:11 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=4329 Every time Christmas rolls around, I start to have visions of a peppermint mocha. I unapologetically enjoy all things coffee, but fancy coffee drinks can be a real budget breaker (not to mention full of sugar). Thankfully, there’s an easy and delicious peppermint mocha recipe you can make at home with wholesome real food ingredients. […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/peppermint-mocha/feed/ 15 Homemade Peppermint Mocha Creamer (Dairy-Free) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/peppermint-coffee-creamer/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/peppermint-coffee-creamer/#comments Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=420381 It’s no secret that I’m an avid coffee drinker, even if I don’t drink it everyday. I’ve written many posts on the health benefits and controversies of coffee and have a podcast episode on my favorite mushroom coffee. And I have lots (and I do mean LOTS!) of recipes for my favorite coffee shop style […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/peppermint-coffee-creamer/feed/ 5 My Twist on Homemade Spiced Apple Cider https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/apple-cider-recipe/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/apple-cider-recipe/#comments Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:31:11 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=25946 I grew up drinking apple cider and homemade wassail (a spiced cider/tea with citrus) around the holidays. So when I had kids I wanted to come up with my own apple cider recipe to keep the tradition going. That and a gallon of organic apple cider quickly gets expensive for a large family. Most recipes online […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/apple-cider-recipe/feed/ 61 How to Make an Amazing Pumpkin Spice Latte (at Home Recipe) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pumpkin-spice-latte/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pumpkin-spice-latte/#comments Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=3223 It’s no secret that I love coffee, and nothing says fall like a pumpkin spice latte! Seeing Starbucks PSL on their signs every fall makes my mouth water. But I can’t justify consuming that much sugar (50 grams in a grande size) plus all the additives. Not to mention it costs about $6+ per cup […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pumpkin-spice-latte/feed/ 62 Iced Turmeric Lemonade Recipe https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/iced-turmeric-lemonade/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/iced-turmeric-lemonade/#comments Tue, 24 Jun 2025 13:07:24 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=122922 Turmeric is a wonderful spice with so many benefits. I love using it in cooking, natural beauty recipes, and especially this refreshing lemonade! We keep this turmeric lemonade recipe on hand as a festive drink for summer barbecues, park picnics, and friends just stopping by. Easy Turmeric Lemonade We mostly know turmeric as a cornerstone […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/iced-turmeric-lemonade/feed/ 43 Iced Lavender Peach Tea Recipe (Herbal and Caffeine-Free) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/drinks/lavender-peach-iced-tea/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/drinks/lavender-peach-iced-tea/#comments Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:17:48 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=369352 Iced tea is the perfect drink to sip on during the hot summer days. This variation on peach iced tea is both good for you and refreshing. So let the kids loose in the backyard, make a large pitcher of sweet tea for yourself, and take a few minutes to relax on the patio! Lavender: […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/drinks/lavender-peach-iced-tea/feed/ 5 How to Make Golden Milk (in Only 5 Minutes!) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/turmeric-tea/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/turmeric-tea/#comments Tue, 31 Dec 2024 11:15:19 +0000 http://wellnessmama.wordpress.com/?p=223 Our family has drank this golden milk recipe for years and it’s a favorite of ours. I love curling up with a good book and a hot drink and golden milk is a great hygge option. Its earthy, golden spice is a powerful Ayurvedic medicine used for centuries. Naturally gluten-free, golden milk is a tasty […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/turmeric-tea/feed/ 569 Creamy Pumpkin Smoothie (With Protein!) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pumpkin-smoothie/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pumpkin-smoothie/#comments Tue, 01 Oct 2024 11:05:35 +0000 https://wellnessmama.com/?p=494195 Now that it’s fall it’s officially PSL (pumpkin spice latte) season. And if you live where it’s still 80 degrees in October like I do, a pumpkin smoothie is a more refreshing way to get those fall flavors. Even if you don’t, I still recommend this protein-packed, creamy smoothie. It’s easy enough to make for […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pumpkin-smoothie/feed/ 1 Warming Elderberry Mulled Cider https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/elderberry-mulled-cider/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/elderberry-mulled-cider/#respond Thu, 12 Sep 2024 14:45:05 +0000 https://wellnessmama.com/?p=494122 Now that the weather is starting to turn (a little!) cooler I’m in the mood for cozy blankets and warm drinks on the sofa. Hot mulled cider is a cold-weather favorite around here! This version adds the health boosting benefits of elderberry for an even tastier version. Unlike tart cranberries, elderberry adds a milder flavor […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/elderberry-mulled-cider/feed/ 0 How to Make Elderberry Tea (Powerful Natural Remedy Recipe) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/elderberry-tea/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/elderberry-tea/#comments Thu, 08 Aug 2024 15:00:54 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=24470 It’s no secret that I’m a fan of elderberries for their natural immune-boosting powers. I make elderberry syrup in batches during the cooler months to keep the flu at bay. My favorite way to use them though is in a warm, comforting cup of elderberry tea. Imagine for a moment … six children … all getting […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/elderberry-tea/feed/ 87 Refreshing Cold Brew Coffee Recipe https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/cold-brew-coffee/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/cold-brew-coffee/#comments Tue, 07 May 2024 13:13:50 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=60906 “Police work wouldn’t be possible without coffee,” Wallander said.“No work would be possible without coffee.”They pondered the importance of coffee in silence.-Henning Mankell, One Step Behind For many people (ok, ok, including me), coffee is a favorite morning drink. For me, it’s never been about the caffeine, as I like decaf just as much … […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/cold-brew-coffee/feed/ 51 Refreshing Herbal Mocktails https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/herbal-mocktails/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/herbal-mocktails/#respond Thu, 29 Feb 2024 17:19:34 +0000 https://wellnessmama.com/?p=493175 There’s nothing quite like relaxing and sipping on a refreshing drink. Herbal mocktails are the perfect drink for anyone avoiding (or cutting back) on alcohol. There are so many delicious options and because they’re alcohol-free, even the kids can have their own. These drink recipes feature fruity, herbal flavors that not only taste great but […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/herbal-mocktails/feed/ 0 Homemade Electrolyte Drink (With Flavor Options) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/natural-sports-drink/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/natural-sports-drink/#comments Tue, 16 Jan 2024 16:32:01 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=2575 Drinking enough pure clean water is one of the most important things we can do for overall health. In most cases, water alone is wonderful. When there’s hot weather or we’re exercising and sweating though we lose minerals through our sweat. A homemade electrolyte drink can help replenish minerals and remedy electrolyte imbalances. Do We […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/natural-sports-drink/feed/ 228 Delicious Mexican Hot Chocolate https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/mexican-hot-chocolate/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/mexican-hot-chocolate/#respond Tue, 12 Dec 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=491934 I think it’s safe to say almost all of us have had a cup of hot cocoa at some point. When I was younger that meant a package of hot chocolate mix stirred into water with some corn syrup laden marshmallows on top. While the kids and I enjoy regular hot chocolate I wanted to […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/mexican-hot-chocolate/feed/ 0 Dairy-Free Homemade Eggnog https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/coconut-milk-eggnog/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/coconut-milk-eggnog/#comments Tue, 28 Nov 2023 15:38:16 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=3536 Eggnog is a delicious treat holiday season treat, but store-bought versions often have pasteurized eggs, tremendous amounts of sweeteners, and other additives. This traditional homemade eggnog recipe is a great source of beneficial fats, protein, spices, and optional warmth from the alcohol. Homemade Eggnog Recipe With Coconut Milk Eggnog can be a health food when […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/coconut-milk-eggnog/feed/ 21 Nourishing Pregnancy Tea Recipe https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pregnancy-tea/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pregnancy-tea/#comments Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=490737 During my pregnancies, I drank a lot of red raspberry leaf tea, tried to get plenty of sleep, and even did some underwater headstands (to turn a breech baby). Pregnancy comes with its own discomforts and pregnancy tea is one way to help. Not all herbal teas are safe for pregnant women so it’s important […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pregnancy-tea/feed/ 8 Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie (With a Secret Ingredient) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/strawberry-cheesecake-smoothie/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/strawberry-cheesecake-smoothie/#comments Tue, 11 Apr 2023 14:44:19 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=348047 Smoothies are a yummy and healthy way to add an extra boost of nutrition to your diet. Plus a sneaky way to get extra nutrition into picky kids. I have a collection of some of our favorite whey-free smoothie recipes here. This strawberry cheesecake smoothie though is just as delicious as our old favorites. Unlike […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/strawberry-cheesecake-smoothie/feed/ 18 Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie Recipe | Wellness Mama Need a healthy treat? Start the day with this protein-packed and low-sugar strawberry cheesecake smoothie made with real food ingredients. strawberry cheesecake smoothie Real Food Shamrock Shake Recipe https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/healthy-shamrock-shake/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/healthy-shamrock-shake/#comments Tue, 07 Mar 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=157021 The infamous McDonald’s Shamrock Shake makes its rounds once a year at the Golden Arches. Over 60 million of them have been sold since they were first introduced. With 54 ingredients in each shake, though, they’re pretty much the opposite of real food! This St. Patrick’s day, you can try a healthy copycat Shamrock Shake […]

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