Few things are better than reveling in a cup of your favorite coffee. While drinking a piping hot cup is the typical go-to for getting our daily dose, warm weather can make you think about changing things up a bit and embracing a cooler alternative.
Here are 4 refreshing ideas to get your coffee fix as the temperature rises.
Coffee Slushie
One of our favorite ways to cool down our caffeine fix in the summer heat is with a Flavored Coffee Slushie. This easy (and super fun) way to get your caffeine fix is the perfect treat on a hot day. Add your favorite rum, bourbon, or whiskey for a boozy twist.
What You’ll Need:
- 2 cups of your favorite Smart Sips flavored coffee
- Ice cube tray
- ½ cup milk or non-dairy alternative
- Blender
- Sweetener as desired
*This recipe also works perfectly with our Hot Chocolates and Lattes; Since they are already sweetened to perfection you will not need to add any milk or sweeteners.
How to:
- Brew Smart Sips flavored coffee
- Pour 1 cup of cooled coffee into ice cube tray and freeze to make coffee ice cubes
- Pour 1 cup of cooled coffee into blender along with 1 cup of frozen coffee cubes and ½ cup of milk/ non-dairy alternative
- Blend until smooth
- Pour into a glass, add in a cute straw and enjoy!
Smart Tip: While most flavored coffees will be delicious served as a coffee slushie, our favorites are Smart Sips’ Jamaican Rum Iced Coffee, Chocolate Covered Espresso Bean and our new Orange Vanilla Swirl Cappuccino.
Coffee Ice Cubes
While we all love a delicious cup of iced coffee, no one enjoys the pale brown water left towards the end of the cup once the ice melts away and dilutes your perfect brew. The solution? Coffee Ice Cubes!
What You’ll Need:
- Your favorite Smart Sips flavored coffee
- Ice cube tray
- Freezer
How to:
- Brew Smart Sips flavored coffee
- Allow to cool
- Pour into ice cube tray
- Freeze
- Enjoy in a tall glass of coffee & you won’t have to worry about a watered down brew!
Smart Tip: Mix and match flavors to add an extra level of yum! Smart Sips’ Brown Sugar Bourbon Coffee Ice Cubes in a Smart Sips’ Bananas Foster Coffee = Delicious!
Flavored Coffee Ice Pops
When it comes to the summer heat, make your freezer your best friend! Get your caffeine boost with a Smart Sips Flavored Iced Coffee Pop. Who says ice pops are only for kids? Adults can deserve a yummy treat that not only tastes good but gives them the energy boost only our favorite brew can.
What You’ll Need:
- Your favorite Smart Sips flavored coffee, hot chocolate, latte or cappuccino
- Ice pop maker
How to:
- Brew Smart Sips flavored coffee
- Allow to cool
- Fill ice pop mold with your desired flavored coffee
- Freeze overnight, or for several hours
- Enjoy your flavored coffee ice pops!
Smart Tip: Our personal favorites are Smart Sips’ Red Velvet Hot Chocolate, White Chocolate Hazelnut Truffle Coffee and Irish Cream Cappuccino.
Flavored Coffee Ice Cream Float
Just because we’re adults doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy an ice cream float!
What You’ll Need:
- Your favorite Smart Sips flavored coffee
- 1 scoop of your favorite ice cream
How to:
- Brew Smart Sips flavored coffee
- Allow to cool (if desired)
- Drop a scoop of ice cream into your flavored coffee
- Enjoy your creamy Flavored Coffee Ice Cream Float!
Smart Tip: Smart Sips’ Apple Crumb Cake Coffee or Blueberry Cinnamon Crumble Coffee with a scoop of vanilla ice cream is the light summer treat perfect for a warm day.
Enjoy!