Drinks made from fruits and berries

This smooth, delicious caramel liqueur is great on the rocks!

Caramel Liqueur

Cool down with these hydrating drinks. In Spanish, "agua fresca" means "fresh water," and it is water flavored with fruits, vegetables, or seeds, and sweetened with sugar.

Dragon fruit

A delicious and refreshing quince and apple compote is very easy to make. It doesn't take much time. The main thing is to ensure that the peeled fruits do not darken. To do this, we recommend placing them in salted water. For the compote, choose quinces of a rich yellow color, as well as sweet and sour apples. It's convenient to store the compote in a one-liter or two-liter jar. It won't last long in the fridge – just open and drink it right away. However, if you're preparing for a large group, it's worth making a larger volume. For example, you can use a 3-liter jar. You will need to increase the quantity of ingredients accordingly by 3 times. In a dark and cool place, the compote can be stored for at least a year, so we advise making a larger batch.

Quince and apple compote

Russian

Freeze any excess berries you didn't manage to process during the summer. In winter, they'll become the base for an incredibly vitamin-rich, delicious, and beautiful compote. To enhance the aroma, add mandarin or orange slices and cook for no more than 15 minutes. Adjust the amount of sugar according to the berries' tartness, creating a perfect balance of flavor.

Berry Compote

This crockpot hot chocolate is made in the slow cooker with just 5 ingredients. After just 2 hours of simmering, you've got a rich, decadent treat.

Best Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate

Marshmallow fruit dip made with cream cheese is a quick and easy snack that goes nicely with strawberries.

Marshmallow Dip for Strawberries

Indulge in a world of delightful flavor and creamy texture with this exquisite chocolate smoothie! It's the perfect beverage for anyone seeking a quick yet nourishing treat. The blend of dark chocolate, fragrant peanut butter, and smooth milk creates a true masterpiece that will energize and satisfy you. Preparation takes just 15 minutes, and the outcome will surpass all expectations. Savor this smoothie at any time of day – it's ideal for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or simply as a delicious pick-me-up.

Chocolate Smoothie with Nut Butter

From red currants you can prepare the same thing for the winter as from black currants: make jam, freeze, make excellent jelly, prepare compote for the winter. Bright, spectacular, it will delight you even in winter. They also make liqueurs from these berries. Please do not confuse it with tinctures. Tincture is an alcoholic drink made with dry ingredients: spices, herbs. And the liqueurs are based on fresh berries and fruits. A well-prepared liqueur should have the aroma and taste of the berries with which it was prepared. A bottle of homemade liqueur can be a good gift for a birthday or holiday.

Red currant liqueur

Be sure to take note of the recipe for strawberry and blackcurrant compote. The berries go well together: the sourness of currants perfectly complements and dilutes the sweetness of strawberries. For compote, select ripe but not overripe berries. Sort them carefully so that only good berries get into the preparation. This is important: a couple of rotten berries can not only spoil the taste of the drink, but also render the entire jar unusable. Strawberries need to be washed quickly and carefully so as not to damage the delicate fruit. If desired, black currants can be replaced with red ones. Or take both in equal proportions. Adjust the amount of sugar in the drink to your taste.

Strawberry and black currant compote

International

This refreshing redcurrant lemonade offers a delightful alternative to the classic lemon drink. The addition of citrus notes and fresh mint leaves will enhance its flavor and aroma. Remember to chill it thoroughly and serve with ice cubes for maximum enjoyment.