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Some beverages do more than just taste good. So-called functional beverages are considered to be any non-alcoholic drinks that offer additional health benefits because they contain bioactive components from a plant, animal, microorganism, or marine source. Classified as dairy-based, plant-based, and energy or sports drinks, functional beverages are included in the broader category of functional drinks. These drinks have a specific function beyond hydration, with no added ingredients, to support health and wellness.

With summer parties to plan, it’s time to start thinking about your beverage menu. You’ll need recipes you can make in big batches so you don’t have to waste time making individual drinks. That way, you can pour, sip, and entertain effortlessly. Here are some summery suggestions.

What better way to celebrate the warm weather and days by the pool than with cool mocktails for you and your guests? Here are some fun recipes for sober summer sipping.

A spritzy, fizzy take on the classic water beverage, sparkling water is simply water infused with carbon dioxide gas while under pressure. From club soda to seltzer water to soda water, there are many types on the market today. If you like the nice kick you get from the bubbles while keeping calories down, you will love sparkling water in all its forms.

More and more people are choosing to abstain from alcohol, but everyone still wants to partake in yummy beverages that make them feel like celebrating. From non-alcoholic wine to juicy mocktails, there are many affordable and delicious non-alcoholic options for your next party, gathering or night out. Bonus: non-alcoholic beverages cost you a lot less than alcohol-infused ones do.