Naturally curious and always on the lookout for new drinks to try? Why not make it enjoyable by choosing beverages that are easy to make at home? Not sure where to start? No worries: here are our top 10 homemade drinks to add variety to your glass as you stay hydrated! These recipes are first and foremost about taste and everyday enjoyment: they go alongside your routine and are no substitute for proper medical advice if bloating persists. To read more, see our articles on detox and how to lose belly fat.
Homemade drink No. 1: Sassy Water
A true classic, and one that has the great advantage of being simple to prepare at home. This drink was created by journalist Cynthia Sass. Light and refreshing, this flavoured water brings together several ingredients for taste (cucumber, ginger with its spicy notes, lemon and mint). To make it, you will need:
- 2 litres of water
- 1 tsp of grated ginger
- 1 cucumber, sliced into rounds
- 1 lemon untreated, unpeeled, cut into pieces
- 12 mint leaves
Prepare this infused water the night before — it will only taste better. Simply place all the ingredients in a pitcher and leave it in the fridge overnight.
Homemade drink No. 2: Fennel tea
Fennel is a plant with a gentle aniseed flavour, often enjoyed after a meal. To make your herbal tea, nothing could be simpler: get some fennel seeds and steep about one teaspoon per cup. The refreshing flavour of this homemade drink will delight you!
Want to find out more about digestive discomfort, including bloating? Our articles on bloating, potassium and water retention go well with these drink ideas. If you experience persistent abdominal bloating, see your GP.
Homemade drink No. 3: A fibre-packed green juice!
It’s no secret: green juices bring green fruits and vegetables together in one glass. And if you keep the pulp of the fruits and vegetables (use a blender rather than a juicer), you keep their fibre too. So how do you make a great green juice? We recommend a blend of spinach (a handful), cucumber (one is enough!), lime (just the juice!) and two kiwis. A delicious homemade drink, perfect at any time of day!
Homemade drink No. 4: A drainer, please!
Admittedly, these are not 100% homemade drinks, but their formula is 98% natural! We are of course talking about our drainers, and there is something for every taste. Our day drink is a blend of 6 plants (including green tea and ulva seaweed), to be taken over the course of the programme. Our night drink (birch, dandelion) complements it in the evening, before you sleep. Finally, our third drink combines cola nut, matcha and guarana. You can take them as regular programmes, following the product instructions. For everyday habits, see also our article on which routine to put in place. If you are pregnant or taking medication, ask a doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Homemade drink No. 5: Coffee
Hard to imagine anything simpler, and yet. Drunk without sugar and in moderation, coffee is part of many people’s daily routine. As you may know, coffee contains caffeine. To find out more about it, about what a lipolytic action is or about abdominal fat, see our dedicated articles. So feel free to enjoy your morning coffee in moderation: it is genuinely a simple pleasure! Caffeine does not suit everyone, however: if you are pregnant, taking medication or sensitive to caffeine, ask a doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Homemade drink No. 6: Spiced tomato juice
Here is the perfect homemade drink for aperitif time! Instead of reaching for alcohol, which is high in calories, opt for a clever vegetable juice instead. We recommend a spiced tomato juice! To make it, you will need:
- One celery stalk
- 2–3 tomatoes
- 1 pinch of cayenne pepper
Juice the celery. Peel and deseed the tomatoes, then blend them. Mix the two juices together and add a pinch of cayenne pepper. Done! In the glass: celery brings a fresh note, tomatoes are low in calories and high in water, and the capsaicin in the pepper adds a spicy kick. A great way to enjoy a light, spicy drink while treating yourself at aperitif time!
Homemade drink No. 7: Kombucha
You have surely heard of this drink. Love it or hate it, it has its place on any list of homemade drinks. It is a fermented drink made from tea. To find out more about probiotics, see our dedicated article. To make homemade Kombucha, simply get hold of a kombucha ‘mother’, a slightly gelatinous culture packed with bacteria (not kombu, which is a seaweed). Place the culture in a jar of lightly sweetened tea and leave it to ferment, taking care to follow strict hygiene practices. After the fermentation process, the tea transforms into a lightly sparkling drink. Pregnant or taking medication? Ask a doctor or pharmacist for advice before drinking it.
Homemade drink No. 8: Cellublue tea and herbal infusion combo
If you are a fan of herbal infusions, our tea and our herbal infusion are sure to delight you! Our tea owes its flavour to its carefully crafted formula: citrus fruits, mint and anise, and tea. As for our herbal infusion, it combines several plants, including couch grass and meadowsweet. One cup of tea in the morning, a small herbal infusion in the evening, and you will have a simple ritual to make your own!
Homemade drink No. 9: Cold apple and cinnamon infusion
Here is an absolutely delicious homemade drink to enjoy! It combines cinnamon, a spice with warm, comforting notes, with apple, rich in pectin, a soluble fibre. To prepare this cold infusion, simply place a few apple slices, a cinnamon stick, water and ice in a pitcher. Leave to rest in the fridge for an hour and enjoy! This wonderfully comforting drink is fragrant and refreshing, with no added sugar. Looking for more ideas? Discover our selection of foods worth adding to your plate.
Homemade drink No. 10: Apple and cucumber smoothie
No homemade drinks list would be complete without a smoothie! The great thing about smoothies is that they keep the fibre of the fruits and vegetables. A tasty snack to enjoy whenever you like! To make this drink, simply blend the flesh of a Granny Smith apple with a cucumber (peeled or unpeeled, your choice!). Add a few ice cubes for an extra-refreshing finish… and savour every sip! Low in calories and wonderfully refreshing, this drink rounds off the list nicely.
Which homemade drink should you choose, and when?
All of these recipes use simple ingredients. In the morning, Sassy Water (made the night before) or an unsweetened coffee is a good way to start the day. During the day, the green juice and the apple and cucumber smoothie make a handy snack, and the cold apple and cinnamon infusion keeps well in the fridge. At aperitif time, the spiced tomato juice can take the place of an alcoholic drink. In the evening, a fennel tea or a herbal infusion brings the day to a gentle close. The idea is to vary the flavours and enjoy these drinks alongside a balanced diet and regular physical activity. Water remains your go-to drink.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best drainer?
No single drainer suits everyone. The right choice depends on your tastes and the time of day. Our Jour, Nuit and Minceur drainers are described in section 4. If you are pregnant, taking medication or living with a chronic condition, ask a doctor or pharmacist for advice before you start taking them.
Which natural drainer can I make at home?
Several recipes are easy to make at home. Try Sassy Water (section 1) with cucumber, lemon, ginger and mint, fennel tea (section 2) or the cold apple and cinnamon infusion (section 9). All you need is a few simple ingredients and a jug or a mug.
How can I look after my body naturally every day?
A few common-sense everyday habits: drink regularly, eat a varied diet and move every day. These homemade drinks can go alongside these habits, simply for the pleasure of their flavour. If discomfort or bloating persists, see your GP.
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Useful categories: Slimming Nutrition, Weight Management.
