15 Refreshing Gluten and Dairy-Free Summer Drinks

Hello everyone — to help you enjoy the warm days ahead, I’ve gathered a collection of my favourite refreshing drink recipes. Each one is simple to make with a few everyday ingredients, and many are naturally gluten- and dairy-free, making them great for shared gatherings or an easy cool-down at home.

These drinks cover a range of flavours and occasions: light, fruity coolers for sunny afternoons, fizzy homemade sodas, comforting iced coffee variations, and fun dessert-style options like milkshakes and floats. They’re designed to be straightforward, adaptable, and delicious.

Enjoy these recipes and feel free to mix and match ingredients to suit your taste. Cheers!

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  1. 1. Apple and Ginger Cooler
Apple and Ginger Cooler

2. Cranberry Cider (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

Cranberry Cider

3. Homemade Strawberry Lemonade (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

strawberry lemonade

4. Mimosas (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

mimosa

5. Strawberry and Watermelon Smoothie (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

watermelon strawberry smoothie

6. Pear Cider Punch

pear cider punch

7. Homemade Cherry Cola

homemade cherry cola

8. Apple & Peach Rooibos Punch

rooibos punch

9. Apple Sangria Cocktails

apple sangria cocktails

10. Lemon Iced Tea

lemon iced tea

11. Iced Latte with Homemade Cinnamon Syrup

cinnamon latte

12. Proper Strawberry Milk (Gluten & Dairy Free)

strawberry milk

13. ACE Juice (Gluten & Dairy Free)

ACE Juice

14. Neapolitan Milkshake (Gluten & Dairy Free)

neapolitan milkshake

15. Cola Ice-Cream Float (Gluten & Dairy Free)

cola ice cream float