By eliminating common contaminants and chemicals, Pelican whole house water filters deliver substantial benefits to health-conscious people who want cleaner, better tasting water. At the same time, because they drastically improve the flavor of water, Pelican filters also provide better-tasting teas, lemonades, and punches. If you’re looking for some unique beverages to help quench your summer thirst, consider the following recipes.

Basil Peppermint Iced Tea

• Ingredients:
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 8 cups filtered water
  • 1/3 cup natural sweetener (honey, agave or maple syrup)

Steps:

Place your basil and mint leaves in a large pot, before adding four cups of boiling water. Steep for at least 10 minutes, allowing more time for stronger tea. Sweeten to your liking. Chill before serving.

Watermelonade

• Ingredients:
  • 16 cups ice cubes made using filtered water
  • 10-12 lb. seedless watermelon
  • 4 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • Salt

Steps:

Chop watermelon flesh into approximately 2-inch chunks, discarding the rind. Purée about a quarter of the flesh in a blender, along with a pinch of salt, 4 cups ice, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and 1 tbsp. sugar. Strain into a large bowl, discarding any solids. Add sugar until sweetened to desired taste. Make three more batches and serve over ice.

Vanilla-Cran-Raspberry Punch

• Ingredients:
  • 1 tbsp. vanilla extract
  • 6 cups cranberry-flavored sparkling beverage
  • 6 cups cranberry-raspberry juice (100 percent)
  • 1 pint of raspberry sorbet
  • 2-6 cups filtered water
  • Ice cubes

Steps:

Combine first three ingredients within a large bowl. Scoop sorbet into bowl. Dilute with filtered water to reduce tartness. Add ice and serve immediately.