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Two shot glasses filled with different flavors of kombucha in front of 2 glass bottles of kombucha

Beverages & Smoothies

Water will always be my thirst quenching drink. However, there are times that I look for something different. Here you’ll find my favorite teas, coffees, sparkling drinks, cocktails, and smoothies. Oh, the things we’ll drink!

Milk kefir can be made with a variety of milks (from animals and vegetables.) It's easy to make and can be used in a number of ways. Learn how to make kefir at home and benefit from this probiotic beverage. #thethingswellmake #miy #kefir #probiotics #guthealth #homemadekefir #kefirrecipes #fermenting #traditionalrecipes #fermentedfoods #dairyrecipes

Surprise your senses with this healthy, sugar-free, homemade ginger ale. Ditch the unhealthy sodas and switch to a healthier paleo red pop, or red soda, which can be made two ways using a combination of herbs, fruits, and soda water. If you’re looking to spice up your coffee or mix your favorite cocktail, try making your own blend of Tía María or Kahlúa Copycat Coffee Liqueur Recipe.

Ditch the unhealthy sodas, and switch to a much healthier paleo red pop, or red soda, which can be made two ways using a combination of herbs, fruits, and soda water.

Check out more beverage and smoothie recipes below: 

A bottle of homemade limoncello next to a bottle of homemade limecello and next to a bottle of mandarinecello

How to Make Homemade Limoncello, Limecello, and Mandarinecello (2 Ways)

March 4, 2017 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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There are several ways to make a homemade limoncello, limecello, or mandarinecello. I put several methods to the taste test. Which do you think won? …

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Beat the heat with these 10 healthy, refreshing summer cocktails and mocktails.

10 Healthy, Refreshing Summer Cocktails and Mocktails

August 20, 2016 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Beat the heat with these 10 healthy, refreshing summer cocktails and mocktails. Today I have a special treat for you. It’s another guest post, …

Read more10 Healthy, Refreshing Summer Cocktails and Mocktails
Several chai lattes with homemade boba in front of a blue iron teapot.

How to Make Boba, aka. Tapioca Pearls, From Scratch

July 16, 2016 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Store bought tapioca pearls can be tricky to cook. That’s why I’ll show you how to make boba from scratch at home for homemade bubble tea. …

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Start the day off right with this green turmeric lemonade, a superfood "wake-me-up" drink packed with antioxidants and vitamins.

Green Turmeric Lemonade: a Superfood Wake-Me-Up Drink!

April 28, 2016 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Start the day off right with this green turmeric lemonade, a superfood “wake-me-up” drink packed with antioxidants and vitamins. Last time …

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A bottle full of spinach smoothie with a blue and white straw inside, and a couple of strawberries scattered around the bottle.

Smoothie Recipes For Kids: The Popeye Smoothie

May 29, 2015 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Smoothies are a great way to get kids to eat their fruit and veggies. I love making smoothie recipes for kids like this one, “The Popeye …

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Two bowls of homemade strawberry melon gazpacho soup with a small bowl of pink himalayan salt beside it. Cut up melon, cucumber, some strawberries, and a slice of tomato are scattered around the bowls.

Easy Strawberry Melon Gazpacho Soup

July 15, 2014 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Cool and refreshing, this strawberry melon gazpacho is a fun new way to enjoy this Spanish classic soup without using any tomatoes. I hate tomatoes! …

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A glass full of yellow homemade hard cider made from kefir grains, next to to a bottle full of the same cider.

How to Make Hard Cider with Kefir Grains

August 20, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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How to make hard cider with either milk or water kefir grains. This is a very low alcohol drink filled with probiotic goodness. As I hinted in an …

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A clear glass bottle of milk kefir with a striped blue and white straw inside, and a small, white square plate of kefir grains in the back.

How to Make Kefir at Home

August 9, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Milk kefir can be made with a variety of milks (from animals or vegetables.) Learn how to make kefir at home and benefit from this probiotic beverage. …

Read moreHow to Make Kefir at Home
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