Celebrate Hanukkah with Syfo Beverages this holiday season. In addition to being one of the healthiest beverages on the market, the Syfo is certified Kosher by the largest and most widely respected Kashruth agency — the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America. Syfo is sold at all Publix Super Markets throughout the Southeast, Winn-Dixie in Florida and many independent grocers throughout the region.

Try these delicious and festive drink recipes to enjoy during Hanukkah this year.

Manischewitz Spritzer

This is an adaptation of a recipe that we found on the Manischewitz website:

INGREDIENTS:

• 1½ cup of mixed frozen berries
• Syfo Kosher Wild Cherry Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
• Manischewitz Blackberry Wine

PREPARATION:

In a large pitcher, mix 1 part of Syfo Sparkling Water and 1 part Manischewitz Blackberry Wine. Mix in frozen fruit and add in ice if needed. Enjoy!

Adult Hanukkah Beverage

This recipe is a variation of the many blue-themed drink recipes that are common for Hanukkah:

INGREDIENTS:

• Blue Curacao Liqueur
• Syfo Kosher Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
• Ice
• Citrus Flavored Vodka

PREPARATION:

Mix 2 parts of Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water, 1 part Blue Curacao and 1 part citrus vodka, with ice. Stir gently in a glass and drink up!

Non Alcoholic Hanukkah Blue Beverage

Here’s a blue recipe for the kids!

INGREDIENTS:

• Blue Raspberry Kool-Aid
• Syfo Kosher Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
• Ice
• White Grape Juice

PREPARATION:

Combine 1 part Kool-Aid, 1 part white grape juice and 1 part Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water. Pour over ice and of course serve with a blue bendy straw.

Honey Hanukkah Punch

A tasty but not too sweet punch, adapted from a recipe on Liquors.com

INGREDIENTS:

• Dark Rum or Light Rum
• Fresh Lime Juice
• Honey Syrup (two parts honey, 1 part water)
• Syfo Kosher Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water

PREPARATION:

Combine 2 part rum, 2 parts Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water, 1 part lime juice and desired amount of honey syrup. Mix gently and pour over ice in a glass. Sprinkle a bit of ground nutmeg for garnish, if desired

Rosemary Gin Cocktail

From ahealthylifeforme.com, here’s a refreshing gin cocktail that’s perfect for Hanukkah and includes a homemade rosemary syrup.

INGREDIENTS:

For the rosemary syrup:

• 1/4 cup ground Rosemary1/2 cup water1/2 cup of sugar

For the cocktail:

• 1 and 1/2 oz of Gin (we used Saphire)
• 3/4 oz Rosemary syrup
• 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice (about 1/2 of a lemon, squeezed)
• Syfo Original Seltzer
• Sprig of Rosemary for garnish

PREPARATION:

Bring the water to a boil, add the sugar and rosemary and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and steep the mixture off heat for 45 minutes.Strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl.Fill glass with ice. Add gin, lemon and Rosemary simple syrup and stir.Top with a splash of Syfo Original Seltzer, stir briefly and garnish with a rosemary sprig.We hope you enjoy these recipes and everyone at Syfo would like to wish you and your family a very Happy Hanukkah.

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Thanksgiving is the holiday that gathers family and friends for a day of feasting and giving thanks.  Much planning goes in to the preparation of Thanksgiving dinner, but what about the beverage menu? Below are delicious recipes to add to your menu this season.

Cranberry Thanksgiving Punch

Ingredients:

• 2 bottles of chilled cranberry juice
• 2 containers of lemonade or orange juice concentrate
• 1 bottle of Syfo Seltzer or Syfo Tangerine-Orange Sparkling Water

Preparation:

Mix all of the ingredients right before serving.  For an extra flavor boost, you can try a cranberry juice blend such as cranberry apple, cranberry blueberry or cranberry grape.

Acknowledgement: Based on a recipe idea from punchbowl.com.

Orange, Rosewater, and Mint Sparkler

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup mint leaves (about 25 leaves), loosely packed and removed from their stems
• 6 ounces (3/4 cup) fresh orange juice (from 2 medium oranges)
• 2 drops rosewater
• 6 ounces (3/4 cup) Syfo Original Seltzer

Preparation:

Muddle the mint leaves gently in a mixing glass. Add orange juice, rosewater, and seltzer, stir gently to combine. Pour the sparkling orange juice mixture into two ice-filled Old Fashioned glasses and serve immediately.

Acknowledgement: Photo and recipe from seriouseats.com

Pear Rosemary Cocktail

Ingredients

• 6 to 10 pears
• 12-16 fresh rosemary sprigs
• • 4 cups of vodka
• • ½ cup of sugar
• 1 ½ cups of pear nectar
• 4 cups of Syfo Peach- Pear Sparkling Water

Preparation

To prepare pear infused vodka, place pears in a large 48 ounce jar to fill. Pour vodka over the pears to fill, then seal the jar. Allow the pear- vodka mix to sit at room temperature for about 2 weeks (Hint: if infusing your own vodka isn’t your style, pear vodka such as Absolut can be found at most stores).

To make your simple syrup, heat sugar and 1 cup of water in a saucepan over medium to high heat, and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Add rosemary springs and remove from heat. Allow the mixture to cool for 30 minutes. Remove the rosemary sprigs and continue to cool the mixture completely.

Fill glasses with ice. Combine 2 ounces of vodka, 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of simple syrup, and 1.5 ounces of pear nectar. Top with ½ cup of Syfo Peach- Pear Sparkling Water and garnish with rosemary springs.

Acknowledgement: Photo and recipe from marthastewart.com

Thanksgiving Brunch Tonic

Ingredients

• 1 cup of sugar
• 1 cup of water
• 4 fresh rosemary sprigs
• 4 cups of chilled cranberry juice cocktail
• 2 cups of fresh orange juice (use about 6 oranges)
• 3 cups of chilled Syfo Original Seltzer

Preparation

Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 4 minutes or until sugar dissolves. Add rosemary; simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Pour sugar syrup into a bowl; cover and refrigerate overnight.

Uncover sugar syrup; remove and discard rosemary sprigs. Combine the sugar syrup, juices, and soda in a large pitcher. Serve immediately over ice.

Acknowledgement: Photo and recipe from myrecipes.com

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Sure Syfo Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters are a delight on the tongue — healthy and refreshing with no sugar, sodium, artificial sweeteners, preservatives or other additives. But did you know that those delicious bubbles themselves carry their own health benefits?

We posted the article a while back and it still rings true. Plus check out this video that really drives the point home!

Also, in a recent article on Livestrong.com, these other great benefits of drinking sparkling water were highlighted:

Helps You Stay Hydrated

We’ve said it throughout our site and Livestrong.com agrees — water is essential for good health. It keeps you hydrated, is necessary for moving nutrients throughout your body, keeps you feeling full between meals and reduces fluid retention. Most Americans don’t drink enough water, according to dietitian Sheila Tucker from Boston College. The amount of water you need to drink each day depends on age, gender, food choices, activity, weather and health conditions. In general, you should aim for 1 quart of water for every 50 pounds of body weight, or 3 quarts a day for a 150-pound person. Adding sparkling water to your drinking routine may help you meet your daily fluid needs to stay hydrated.

Improves Digestion

If you’re feeling a little sick to your stomach after eating, drinking a glass of carbonated water might help, according to a 2002 study published in the “European Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology.” Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is a term used to describe a variety of symptoms that occur in the upper abdominal area and may include bloating, nausea, vomiting or quickly feeling full after eating.

Keeps Your Body In Sync

The same 2002 study also found an improvement in constipation in the study participants who drank carbonated water. When you’re dealing with constipation, you know to up your intake of foods high in fiber. But getting enough fluids is as important as fiber when it comes to constipation. Fluids, such as sparkling water, help the fiber work better in your gut and keeps you regular.

So when you’re enjoying a cold glass of Syfo Naturally Flavored Sparkling Water you can feel refreshed and good about your health at the same time. Click here to try some great Syfo recipes to enjoy while staying healthy and hydrated.

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Memorial Day is a chance to remember all the service men and women for their sacrifice, and it’s become one of America’s favorite holiday weekends. Traditionally this weekend heralds the start of summer — and now more than ever Americans could use the time to enjoy the outdoors and sun.

But as we venture out for this weekend and the throughout summer, it’s important to eat well, stay hydrated and be mindful of your health. Follow the experts’ advice for safely enjoying this weekend during the pandemic. If you’re heading to the beach, pack that sunscreen to offset the hot sun. If you’re having a cookout with your family — in addition to all the meats – add shrimp, a green salad and fresh fruit to help balance the meal. And with any of your outdoor activities, it’s important to have plenty to drink to stay hydrated in the heat.

And not just any liquid. Soft drinks, energy drinks, iced tea, alcohol and similar beverages can actually dehydrate you. This especially true for sugar-laden drinks, where research has shown that the sugar in these drinks removes water from the body.

That’s why water is the perfect beverage choice for all the summer fun ahead and Syfo Beverages can give you the best of both worlds. Our Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters and Original Seltzer are made with purified water and contain no sugar, sodium, artificial sweeteners, preservatives or other additives. The effervescence is refreshing, the water hydrating and our all-natural flavors make Syfo the perfect complement for any summer activity, get-together or meal. For the perfect summer treat, try our new Peach-Pear Naturally Flavored Sparkling Water!

So safely enjoy all of your Memorial Day weekend activities this year while remembering our brave service men and women. And be sure to have plenty of Syfo on hand for those summer days ahead.

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Everyone at Syfo Beverages would like to pay tribute to mothers everywhere this Mother’s Day. In this day and age, when it’s so difficult to make healthy diet and beverages choices, mothers do such a great job in providing for and nurturing their families. And Syfo is glad to be there to help.

Mothers are becoming increasingly concerned about the negative health effects that sugary sodas have on their children and Syfo can be a great alternative. Just mix any Syfo flavor with a juice and you have a winner that’s sure to please the entire family. Or if you’re trying to finally rid your refrigerator of soft drinks by weaning your family off of sugary drinks, try a mix of half soda and half Syfo. Less sugar means better health.

Even if you’re not a mother, we salute all women who nurture nieces, nephews, parents, pets and boyfriends. Happy Mother’s Day everyone!

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