No more packaged drinks! These easy mocktail recipes are perfect for a summer afternoon

Summer days often leave you craving for a cool, refreshing drink, which in turn may make you grab a glass of an aerated drink. Though that may satiate you at the time, it can be extremely harmful in the long run.

A great alternative, fruity mocktails are delectable and perfect for the season. More so, they are perfect for a garden party or picnic.

Sandeep Singh, Director of food & beverage at Shangri-La's - Eros Hotel, New Delhi, shares three quick, easy recipes to delight your palate.

Mango Fuzz



Ingredients:
Mango puree: 50 ml
Lemon Juice: 15 ml
Basil leaves: 5
Topped up ginger ale

Method:
- Mix the ingredients together and serve in a collins glass.
- Garnish with basil leaves.

Cucumber Delight



Ingredients:
Cranberry juice: 120 ml
Lemon Juice: 10 ml
Sugar syrup: 10 ml
Freshly muddled cucumber
Pinch of salt

Method:
- Mix all the ingredients together.
- Garnish with cucumber peel and serve in a Collins glass.

Coco Cooler



Ingredients:
Coconut syrup: 20 ml
Lemon juice: 15 ml
Topped up Sprite

Method:
- Mix the ingredients and pour over crushed ice.
- Garnish with lemon slices and serve in a collins glass.