5 Healthy Hydration Drinks
Tired of plain water? Try one of our tasty, fruity sips.
Getting enough fluids is one of the simplest—and most important—ways to support your health, especially as you get older. Yet it’s also one of the easiest habits to overlook. While water is essential, it’s not always the most exciting option. These flavorful, refreshing drinks will help you hydrate without excess calories or added sugars.
Raspberry Lime Fizz
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Add ⅓ cup fresh raspberries, ¾ tsp. honey, and 2 Tbsp. lime juice to a large glass. Mash well using the back of a spoon until mostly smooth. (You can strain it through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds, if desired, but you’ll lose the fiber.) Add ice, top with 8 oz. lime sparkling water; stir gently. Garnish with a lime wedge. Makes one serving.
Nutrition information per serving: 45 calories, 12 g carbohydrates, 3 g fiber, 6 g sugars (4 g added).
Cantaloupe Cucumber Agua Fresca
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In a blender, purée 1½ cup cantaloupe chunks, ½ cup cucumber slices, and 1 cup cold water at high speed. Taste and blend in up to 1 tsp. honey (optional). (You can strain it through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother texture if desired, but you’ll lose the fiber.) Serve over ice, garnished with a cucumber slice and mint. Makes one serving.
Nutrition information per serving: 88 calories, 21 g carbohydrates, 3 g fiber, 20 g sugars (0 g added). (Note: 1 teaspoon of honey adds 6 g of added sugars.)
Peachy Iced Green Tea
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In a medium saucepan, heat 4 cups water until just below boiling. Add 1 cup sliced fresh or frozen peaches and 1 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. honey. Simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Add four green tea bags and 1 Tbsp. lemon juice; steep 5 minutes. Discard tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature. Pour into a pitcher and refrigerate for up to five days. Serve with mint and lemon slices. Makes four servings.
Nutrition information per serving: 35 calories, 9 g carbohydrates, 1 g fiber, 8 g sugars (6 g added).
Blueberry Basil Cooler
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To make syrup: Simmer 1 cup water, 1 Tbsp. sugar, and 1 cup fresh blueberries in a saucepan for 5 minutes; mash berries as they cook. Remove from heat. Add five fresh basil leaves; steep 5 minutes. Strain through a fine mesh sieve and chill. To serve: Pour ¼ cup syrup, ¼ cup lemon juice, and 6 oz. lemon seltzer over ice. Garnish with a lemon slice and basil. Refrigerate remaining syrup for up to three days. Makes ¾ cup syrup.
Nutrition information per serving: 57 calories, 15 g carbohydrates, 1 g fiber, 11 g sugars (4 g added).
Watermelon Refresher
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In a blender, purée 1¼ cup watermelon cubes, 1⁄3 cup water, 1 Tbsp. lime juice, and 1 tsp. lime zest until smooth. Serve over ice with a lime wedge. Makes one serving.
Nutrition information per serving: 41 calories, 11 g carbohydrates, 1 g fiber, 8 g sugars (0 g added).
Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared in the July 2026 issue of Consumer Reports On Health.
