Nothing says summer celebration like a BBQ baby shower, complete with mouthwatering food, fun games, and of course—refreshing drinks to keep guests cool and happy!
If you’re hosting an outdoor backyard party or a cozy picnic-style gathering, having a variety of delicious non-alcoholic drinks is a must, especially for you, the mom-to-be and your guests.
From fruity mocktails to cooling lemonades and fun drink stations, here are the must-try summer drinks that will add a splash of fun and flavor to your BBQ baby shower!
Highlights of this post :
- Pick your favorite summer fruit and have fun with a complementary pairing! For example, I love honeydew. I imagine enjoying the taste of honeydew with a fizzle of soda. Add both of this together, and voila, a refreshing summer drink.
- Get creative with color combinations – a red strawberry and yellow lemon, together, would evoke a bright and summer vibe!
- Keep it light and always have ice.
- Most importantly, have an amazing time with your guests under the beautiful warm sun!
Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade 

A classic with a refreshing twist! This bubbly strawberry lemonade is the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and fizzy goodness.

Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ cup honey or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint and lemon slices for garnish
Instructions:
- Blend the strawberries with a splash of water until smooth.
- Strain the puree to remove seeds.
- In a large pitcher, mix the strawberry puree, lemon juice, and honey.
- Stir in sparkling water and add ice.
- Garnish with fresh mint and lemon slices for a picture-perfect drink!
Why it’s perfect for a BBQ baby shower:
- Light & refreshing for a hot summer day.
- Pretty pink hue matches a baby girl theme!
- Easy to make in large batches for guests to serve themselves.
Watermelon Mint Cooler 

This ultra-hydrating, slightly sweet, and oh-so-refreshing watermelon drink is the perfect way to cool down on a summer day.

Ingredients:
- 4 cups fresh watermelon, cubed
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
- ½ cup coconut water
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions:
- Blend the watermelon until smooth.
- Strain to remove any pulp (optional).
- Stir in lime juice, honey, and coconut water.
- Serve over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Peach Iced Tea Spritzer 

A southern BBQ favorite, but with a fun, bubbly twist! This sweet peach tea spritzer is light, fizzy, and absolutely delicious.

Ingredients:
- 4 cups brewed black tea, chilled
- 1 cup fresh peach puree (blended and strained)
- ½ cup simple syrup or honey
- 1 cup sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Peach slices & fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions:
- Brew and chill black tea.
- Blend fresh peaches and strain to create a smooth puree.
- Mix the tea, peach puree, and simple syrup in a pitcher.
- Just before serving, add sparkling water.
- Serve over ice and garnish with peach slices & fresh thyme.
Tropical Pineapple Coconut Mocktail 


What You’ll Need:
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- ½ cup sparkling water
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
- Ice cubes
- Pineapple slices & shredded coconut for garnish
How to Make It:
- In a blender, combine pineapple juice, coconut milk, and honey. Blend until smooth.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour the mixture over the ice.
- Top with a splash of sparkling water for a little fizz.
- Garnish with a pineapple slice and a sprinkle of shredded coconut.
- Serve with tropical straws and let the island vibes flow!
Cucumber Basil Lime Spritzer 


What You’ll Need:
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 cups sparkling water
- 1 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp honey or agave syrup
- Ice cubes
How to Make It:
- In a pitcher, muddle basil leaves with honey to release their aroma.
- Add lime juice and cucumber slices, then pour in sparkling water.
- Stir well and let the flavors infuse for 10 minutes.
- Fill glasses with ice, pour over the spritzer, and garnish with extra basil leaves.
- Sip, relax, and enjoy a moment of summer bliss.
Cherry Limeade Fizz 


What You’ll Need:
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1 cup lime juice
- 2 tbsp honey or simple syrup
- 2 cups sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Fresh cherries & lime slices for garnish
How to Make It:
- In a blender, puree cherries with lime juice and honey.
- Strain the mixture to remove any pulp.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour the cherry-lime mixture halfway.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
- Garnish with whole cherries and lime slices.
Blueberry Lavender Lemonade 


What You’ll Need:
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender
- 3 cups lemonade
- 1 cup sparkling water
- 2 tbsp honey or simple syrup
- Ice cubes
How to Make It:
- Heat ½ cup water and steep dried lavender for 10 minutes. Strain and set aside.
- In a blender, puree blueberries with lemonade and honey.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour in the blueberry lemonade.
- Stir in the lavender-infused water and top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with whole blueberries and lavender sprigs.
Honeydew Melon Mojito Mocktail 


What You’ll Need:
- 2 cups honeydew melon, cubed
- 1 cup coconut water
- ½ cup fresh lime juice
- 10 mint leaves, muddled
- 2 cups sparkling water
- Ice cubes
How to Make It:
- Blend honeydew melon with coconut water until smooth.
- Muddle mint leaves with lime juice in a pitcher.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour in the honeydew mixture.
- Stir in sparkling water and garnish with mint sprigs.
Blackberry Sage Iced Tea 


What You’ll Need:
- 1 cup blackberries
- 5 fresh sage leaves
- 3 cups brewed black tea, cooled
- 2 tbsp honey or simple syrup
- Ice cubes
How to Make It:
- Muddle blackberries and sage leaves with honey in a pitcher.
- Add black tea and stir well.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour the tea over.
- Garnish with extra blackberries and sage leaves.
Mango Mint Cooler 


What You’ll Need:
- 2 cups ripe mango, diced
- ½ cup fresh lime juice
- 10 fresh mint leaves, muddled
- 2 cups sparkling water
- 2 tbsp honey or simple syrup
- Ice cubes
How to Make It:
- Blend mango with lime juice and honey until smooth.
- Muddle mint leaves in a pitcher.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour in the mango mixture.
- Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
- Garnish with extra mint leaves.
Whether you’re planning a laid-back BBQ baby shower or an elegant outdoor garden party, these 20 refreshing drinks will keep your guests cool, happy, and hydrated! Plus, with their vibrant colors and fresh ingredients, they’ll look absolutely Pinterest-worthy in your baby shower setup.
