Summer is totally summer-ing this year, and we're looking for so many ways to stay cool in this weather. So, aside from staying indoors, enjoying the cold breeze of your AC at home, or buying that portable mini-fan and bringing it anywhere you go—it's always a win to enjoy a refreshing cold beverage. It's a huge bonus if the drink is Instagrammable!
You're up for a treat because we've listed some of the cutest and refreshing drinks this szn!
8 Delightful Summer Drinks You Need To Try:
1. Macao Imperial Tea's "Halo-Halo Series"
Okay, hear us out: Macao Imperial Tea is not just about milk tea. They also have ice-blended beverages that will surely blow your mind.
They've added a twist to the beloved Pinoy dessert halo-halo! Macao Imperial Tea offers three halo-halo flavors: Ice-blended Ube, Matcha, and Roasted Milk Tea Halo-Halo. These halo-halo variants are complete with the all-time favorite chewy sinkers—crème brulee, sweet red beans, eye-popping jellies, mini tapioca, the black pearl, silky pudding—name it, they have it.
The price starts at P180. It's available on all Macao stores nationwide until May 15, 2024 only. Grab it, 'til you can!
2. The Coffee Bean Tea Leaf's Caramel Cold Brew
Cold brew is *the* drink that will give you instant energy. You can start with The Coffee Bean Tea Leaf's caramel cold brew for starters. It is smooth, rich, and subtly sweet, making it a perfect afternoon pick-me-up! It's available for a limited time only. Its price starts at P270.
3. Pickup Coffee's Watermelon Latte
You might want to try Pickup Coffee's Watermelon Latte if you're open to trying other iterations of iced coffee. It's a mouth-watering fusion of espresso, watermelon, and creamy milk that's easy on your wallet. One cup costs P99 and is available for a limited time.
4. Dear Joe's Fruit Shakes and Fruit Blends
Cool down with a fruity drink at Dear Joe. They offer a wide variety of fruit shakes—from mango to pineapple and even a dragon fruit shake, they have it. (Their watermelon shake is a personal favorite!) Their shakes are available all year round, too! Prices start at P190.
Order their fruit blend series if you want to try something different. The combinations include the following:
- dragon fruit + strawberry + cucumber
- orange + pineapple + kiwi + peach
- watermelon + melon + banana
- pineapple + orange + cucumber
- strawberry + almond
You can also combine whichever fruit you like, just ask the barista. Dear Joe's fruit blends' price starts at P230.
5. Pink's Burgers and Hotdogs' Milkshake
Pink's Burgers and Hotdogs in BGC and Makati City are open not just for your burger cravings but also for some must-have thirst-quenchers! The hotdog place offers both chocolate and vanilla milkshakes that will surely melt away your summer worries.
6. Starbucks' Peach Passion Blossom Cream Frappuccino
The Starbucks Peach Passion Blossom Cream Frappuccino is one of their latest, limited edition signature creations. This vibrant drink highlights the flavor of juicy peaches and a touch of floral sweetness! It's available in all Starbucks branches nationwide.
7. Jamba Juice's Watermelon Delights
Jamba Juice will surely take you to a tropical paradise with its refreshing Watermelon Delights Smoothies. Choose from Watermelon Wave, Watermelon Breeze, or Wango Tango—we wonder which would be your fave.
Watermelon Wave offers the fruitiness of fresh watermelon, raspberry sherbet, strawberries, and organic agave. Watermelon Breeze on the other hand consists of watermelon blended with some froyo! Add to that the favorite raspberry sherbet, strawberries, and peaches. Try Wango Tango if you're a fan of watermelon, mango, peaches, and froyo.
8. Shakey's Root Beer Float
Shakey's Philippines just introduced their newest beverage and it's an AWesome one! The pizza fast-food chain now has the cool and creamy A&W Root Beer Float for only P99. It's available for dine-customers only until May 8, 2024, so head over to the nearest Shakey's branch to you.
