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Cooling Down the Pinoy Way

3min

Stay cool this summer with these refreshing Filipino-style drink recipes! From twists on classics like Coffee Jelly Samalamig and Creamy Coffee Caramel Frappe to fruity delights like Fruit Salad Shake and Peach and Mango Smoothie, we've got you covered. Chill out and enjoy these icy treats during the sizzling summer days. Let's beat the heat together!

Cooling Down

We’re Filipino, of course we can take the heat! For years, we’ve heard peddlers walking around with their carts selling buko juice. We’ve seen sidewalk stalls and karinderias inviting people to a refreshing samalamig under the summer sun. With all these considered, cool drinks have been part not just of our survival, but also of our way of life!

As we’ve been exposed to other cultures and cuisines, our drinks have developed as well. We’ve incorporated ingredients and manners of preparation from countries near and far, a testament to the Filipino’s exceptional adaptability. So, here’s a toast to us! Let’s drink the heat away and celebrate with these delightfully satisfying summer drink recipes:

Coffee Jelly Samalamig

‘Samalamig kayo diyan!’  

Let’s kick this list off with a twist on this classic Filipino thirst-quencher. Start it off with a rich and aromatic NESCAFÉ Classic combined with unflavored gulaman. This gives the drink that smooth jelly-like texture. Pour it in your favorite glass or a cup, then add either NESTLÉ® Carnation® Evaporated milk or NESTLÉ® Carnation® Condensada for that tasty creaminess and sweetness. This hits the sweet spot for Pinoy coffee lovers looking to chillax on a hot summer day.

Creamy Coffee Caramel Frappe

Turn your everyday coffee break into a delightfully indulgent pick-me-up! Combine NESCAFÉ Classic, NESTLÉ® Fresh Milk, caramel syrup, and NESTLÉ® All Purpose Cream. This blend of sweetness will surely brighten your day by satisfying your coffee cravings while cooling you down.

Vietnamese-style Iced Coffee

We gotta give our Vietnamese neighbors a shoutout—they know how to enjoy their coffee! We give it our own twist by having it with NESTLÉ® Carnation® Condensada over ice. It’s both strong and aromatic blended together with the sweetness of condensed milk, creating a rich, velvety texture.

Fruit Salad Shake

Not a holiday? Not a problem! Whip up a fruity summer drink with NESTLÉ® Fresh Milk and NESTLÉ® All Purpose Cream. It's a delightful combination of creamy goodness and the natural sweetness of fruits—the perfect beverage to color your summer days!

Peach and Mango Smoothie

This fruity duo doesn’t always need to come by in pies—you can definitely have them as a refreshing summer drink! Combine the sweetness of ripe mangoes and perfectly preserved peaches with NESTLÉ® All Purpose Cream and NESTLÉ® Carnation® Condensada. Tropical countries need tropical delights, and this drink delivers and does not disappoint!

Creamy Kitkat Milkshake

Breaking news: this chocolate wafer works well with summer beverages! This milkshake recipe is made with NESTLÉ® All Purpose Cream, NESTLÉ® Carnation® Condensada, and KitKat®, a creamy combination of milk and chocolate. This is perfect for those summer days when you simply need to have a break!

 

With these recipes, cooling down is never a chore, whether you prefer the rich coffee experience of NESCAFÉ Classic, or the creamy goodness of NESTLÉ® All Purpose Cream. Now you’re ready to face the summer days—cold, refreshing drink in hand, and with a big smile on your face!