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How to Stop Watering Down Your Summer Drinks

Nothing ruins a hot July afternoon faster than a watery iced tea. You pour a fresh glass of your favorite summer drinks, sit on the porch, and within five minutes, the ice melts. Your flavorful drink now tastes like cold, sweet water. It is a frustrating problem that we all face every single year. Fortunately, you do not have to settle for bland drinks. There are simple ways to keep your drinks freezing cold without losing any of the rich flavor. Today, we will look at how to make flavored ice cubes. We will also use frozen treats to save your summer drinks from melting. The Magic of Juice and Tea Cubes The easiest trick is to stop using plain water for your ice. Instead, freeze the very drink you are planning to drink. If you love iced coffee, pour your leftover morning brew into an ice tray. When you drop those coffee cubes into your afternoon cup, they keep it cold. As they melt, they just add more rich coffee flavor. You can do the same thing with lemonade, sweet tea, ...