Ice pops aren't the only way to stay cool this summer. Check out these nonalcoholic drink recipes.

Thanks to watermelon's natural sweetness, this drink doesn't call for sugar.

Cool off with a fresh drink made with cilantro sprigs and lime.

The blueberry has more antioxidant value than almost any other food, including broccoli and kale, so it's a potent protector against heart-, brain-, and age-related maladies.

This tropical cooler helps curb cravings, thanks to papaya's high fiber content, and is very hydrating, since watermelon is almost entirely H20.

This update of the traditional Mexican cocktail of beer and tomato juice substitutes kombucha tea for the cerveza.

Acai, a nutritional powerhouse containing essential amino acids, hails from Brazil and gives this low-sugar drink an exotic flavor.

Consider this recipe a three-for-one: You can make as directed for a hot or iced tea, or you can make a frozen granita.

Cucumber is a classic cool-drink ingredient in regions where citrus has traditionally been scarce. Adding melon to the equation makes this sip especially hydrating.

Muddling pitted whole black cherries with a bit of agave helps bring out the fruit's natural sweetness while keeping this a low-glycemic drink.

Adding ginger and mint uplifts the humble lemonade.

This drink is about as disease-fighting as they come; pomegranates have plenty of immunity-boosting vitamin C, while blueberries have more antioxidant value than almost any other food.

Chamomile and lemon-flavored herbs create a delicate, delightful tea. We used lemon verbena, which lends a pleasantly sweet flavor, but you can also substitute lemon balm, lemon thyme, lemon basil, or lemon-scented geranium for equally tasty variations on this light, soothing blend.

Citrus juice enlivens this brew while lemon zest adds depth of flavor. Use organic fruit to avoid detergents and dyes in the rind.

Fruit juice is a great way to sweeten iced tea naturally. The raisins in this recipe also add a natural sweetness. If you can't find raspberry juice, substitute cherry juice. For an easy berry variation, try blackberry leaves with blueberry juice.

This cocktail is made with icy Moscato d'Asti, which is sweeter than Champagne but much lighter than the rich dessert wine also made from Italian Moscato grapes. Just the right medium for this fizzy drink, it adds flavor to the silky pear and tart cranberries.

Create sparklers using fresh, organic juices -- look for ones without added sugar or high-fructose corn syrup -- and sparkling mineral water. With an effervescent kick, a generous dose of vitamins, and less sugar than straight juice, they provide a healthy way to rehydrate.

Peppermint ranks high among America's favorite types of mint tea, but you can substitute equal amounts of any variety for this recipe. Try interesting flavors such as chocolate-mint, orange-mint, pineapple-mint, or spearmint -- or combine several types for a more complex, rich brew.

These fruit coolers are essentially a grown-up (and far healthier) version of the sticky, sweet fruit slushes of childhood. There are so many juices and nectars available; experiment with different combinations.

Summer's signature drink -- frozen for an optimum chill-out experience. 

Frozen mango lends the smoothie its sweetness and smooth texture while adding vitamins B6, C, and E.