It’s just not you, it really is starting to feel warm and hot. The heat is one of the early signs that summer is already here, and temperatures in the Philippines can reach up to 40°C to 50°C, depending on which city you are in. Along with soaring temperatures, we can also expect our electric bills to go high. There are several ways you can save up on electric bills and other expenses, such as making your own iced drinks and beverages at home. We’ve got you covered!
Read this list of easy and refreshing nonalcoholic drinks to prepare and to keep you cool in your condo in Bacoor:
Iced Chocolate
One of the classic beverages that can be both enjoyed hot or iced is a cocoa drink. But since it’s the summer season, we recommend making a glass of rich Iced Chocolate to cool you down.
Ingredients:
● 1 cup water or milk
● 2 envelopes (1.38 oz each) Swiss Miss® Milk Chocolate Hot Cocoa Mix
● Whipped Cream Topping, optional
Directions:
- Heat water or milk in a glass and keep the microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds or until warm. Stir in the cocoa mix until blended.
- Pour over ice in a glass. Top with a serving of whipped cream if preferred and serve immediately
Dairy-free Mango Smoothie
Mango smoothies are popular thirst quenchers especially during the summer in the Philippines since mangoes are grown locally and taste sweet. Ordering a mango smoothie in resorts and hotels enriches your experience. You can remake that summer feeling by making one in your condo. Mango smoothies are very easy to make! It can also be vegan and vegetarian friendly by making it dairy-free.
Ingredients:
● 2 fresh mangoes or 2 cups of frozen mango
● 1 small frozen banana (or half of a large banana)
● ½ cup soy or nut milk
● ½ cup non-dairy yogurt
Directions:
- Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender and blend until creamy.
Iced Matcha Latte
If you need a quick pick-me-up in the afternoon, this beverage is for you. Matcha is made of green tea leaves, thus giving you the energy boost you need. Remake your favorite Japanese drink at the comforts of your own condo with this simple and easy Iced Matcha Latte recipe! You can even play with the recipe by adding a shot of espresso to your drink.
Ingredients:
● 2 teaspoons matcha powder
● 1 to 2 tablespoons hot water
● 1 cup warm water
● Ice
● Soy or nut milk
Directions:
1. In a measuring cup or bowl, add the matcha powder. Pour in 1 to 2 tablespoons of hot water and whisk until the matcha has fully incorporated into the water. This should create almost a bit of a paste.
2. Pour in the remaining 1 cup of water and mix. Transfer to the fridge or freezer to chill for about 15 minutes.
3. Fill two glasses full of ice and add your milk of choice so the glass is about 3/4 of the way full. If you like, this is a great time to add any simple syrup like vanilla. Lastly, pour in the chilled matcha and stir.
Watermelon Shake
One of the refreshing and healthy alternatives that you can make in your condo is a watermelon shake. This can also be a breakfast alternative. Watermelons are especially sweet and hydrating during the summer. This recipe is very easy to make since it only has 2 ingredients!
Ingredients:
● 6 and ½ cups (2.2lb/1kg) Watermelon Cubed
● 2 Small Limes Juiced
Directions:
- Keep your watermelon chilled in the fridge and when you’re ready to make this smoothie, chop the watermelon into cubes and add to the blender jug.
- Squeeze the limes and add the juice to the blender jug.
- Blend well and then strain it through a kitchen sieve to remove the rough seeds so that you’re left with a very smooth drink. If you happen to use seedless watermelon you should still strain it so that your smoothie is perfectly smooth.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Iced Americano
If you are a regular coffee drinker and you just find drinking hot coffee too much during the summer, then it’s time you make it iced. Yes, you can make your own Iced Americano in your own condo with this easy and simple recipe. You can make this drink even without an espresso machine! A traditional French press method or even instant black coffee will do. You can also add syrup or sugar to sweeten your drink.
Ingredients:
● ⅔ cup cold water
● 3 espresso shots
● 1 cup ice
Directions:
- Pour cold water into a glass.
- Use filtered water for a better-tasting drink.
- Add espresso shots.
- Top drink with ice.
Enjoy your summer in a condo in Bacoor in The Meridian
Tucked in a suburban address, The Meridian’s condo in Bacoor is strategically located, only 3 minutes away from the highly commercialized Aguinaldo Highway and 5 minutes from Molino Boulevard. The Meridian is a 5-hectare modern contemporary midrise condominium development by Crown Asia. The Meridian offers wide, open spaces where you can do outdoor activities. The Meridian is also replete with resort-inspired amenities perfect for summer sports and recreational activities.
The Meridian offers spacious, ready for occupancy and pet-friendly 1-Bedroom (30 sqm) and 2-Bedroom (40 sqm, 42.60 sqm) units, perfect for doing cool summer activities with friends or solo. The Meridian’s condo units are also Smart Home Automation Ready.
Crown Asia by Vista Land, the Best of the Upscale Communities
Crown Asia is the premium residential arm of Vista Land and Lifescapes, Inc. 25 years of providing themed communities for young professionals looking for their future home or solid property investment. Themed house and lot developments like Ponticelli and Valenza are located in Alabang and Sta. Rosa, Laguna, as well as stylish condominium properties in Sta. Rosa Laguna, Las Piñas, Bacoor, and Tagaytay.
For more information, visit their official website, like and follow @CrownAsiaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube or call the Marketing Office at 88-CROWN / 0927 837 8401.
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