Set the scene with these ice-loaded Margaritas.

Thirsty revellers prefer to help themselves to punch. Make the punch less potent with the addition of soda water or fruit juice.

A delicious, refreshing drink for any time of the day.

A romantic drink, roll it out for Valentine's Day or serve it at a small wedding.

Use whatever fruits are available. They all seem to taste divine when mixed together. Watermelon is great to give bulk. Serve with ice and fresh mint. Lovely to serve in a big jug to start a late breakfast in style.

A sparkling cooler made with watermelon, which is abundant in February.

A refreshing non-alcoholic drink.

This is a wonderful drink to have on tap during the hot summer months. Don't stress about the sugar, once the concentrate is diluted it has very little sugar in. One of our best traditional South African recipes.

One of our favourite summer time refreshers. The citric acid and cream of tartare should be available at your supermarket, if not, try the chemist. Make the Lemon Syrup concentrate in bulk, store in the fridge and use as and when needed.

A healthy and refreshing drink to serve throughout the meal. Treat your overseas visitors to this traditional, homegrown drink.

Nothing refreshes like this old-fashioned, homegrown South African favourite. I have reduced the sugar from 400 g to 300 g in line with modern tastes.

This Spanish inspired summer punch is one of the great classics. Unfortunately it is often adulterated with too much sugar, too many fruits and is then diluted with soda water. Here is the 'proper' recipe. Smooth and mellow, especially if well chilled.