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NOAA is predicting the most active hurricane season since at least 2005 for 2024. And Hurricane Beryl is the strongest Atlantic storm on record for this early in the season. For any storms that may come our way this year, it’s important to be prepared and ready to keep you and your family safe.
Part of that preparation is ensuring that you have plenty of non-perishable food, water and other healthy beverages on hand. Syfo Original Seltzer and Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters are great to have in supply in addition to water because they’re purified, taste terrific and keep you hydrated, unlike soda and some other sweetened drinks. But because products often sell out when a storm approaches, be sure to always have plenty of Syfo on hand.
Of course there are other steps you’ll need to take to keep you and your family safe for the 2014 hurricane season. Click here to read informative hurricane preparedness tips on Ready.gov and be sure to to stay tuned to your local news outlets and weather forecasts as storms approach.
The 4th of July weekend is here and what better way to commemorate Independence Day than with a celebratory drink recipe. Whether you’re watching a fantastic fireworks show or barbecuing with family and friends, you and your guests will be sure to enjoy one of these refreshing sparkling beverages. And be sure to have plenty of Syfo on hand!
WHITE WINE-BERRY SANGRIA
INGREDIENTS
- 1 Bottle of Dry White Wine
- 1 cup Syfo Lemon-Lime Sparkling Water
- 1/2 cup Raspberry Vodka
- 1/4 cup Brandy
- Honey (optional)
- Chopped Fresh Strawberries
- Fresh Raspberries
- Fresh Blueberries
- Ice
PREPARATION
In a pitcher, combine wine, Syfo, vodka and brandy. Add warm honey to add sweetness if desired. Toss a few raspberries and a small handful of chopped strawberries into the bottom of each glass and muddle the fruit. Fill the glass with ice, then with sangria. Add a few blueberries and stir.
Recipe adapted from tasty-trials.com
RASPBERRY COLLINS
INGREDIENTS
- 2 oz of your choice of Gin or Vodka
- .25 oz Simple Syrup
- 2 Raspberries
- 1 oz of fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 oz of Syfo Original Seltzer
PREPARATION
Begin with muddling the raspberries and simple syrup in a glass. Next, combine gin or vodka with lemon juice. Add ice to the glass and stir well. Top off the cocktail with Syfo Original Seltzer. Garnish with lemon wedge and raspberries for your festive guests!
Recipe from Liquor.com (Link: http://www.liquor.com/recipes/raspberry-collins/)
REFRESHING NON- ALCOHOLIC MELON SORBET FLOAT
INGREDIENTS
- Honeydew and cantaloupe scooped into small balls
- Lemon or Coconut Sorbet
- Mint Leaves
- Syfo Lemon-Lime Sparkling Water
PREPARATION
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange melon balls on the baking sheet. Freeze melon balls for a minimum of 4 hours in order to firm. Place a few melon balls and 1-2 scoops of sorbet in a tall glass. Rub a few mint leaves together to release flavor and drop into glass. Top with Syfo Lemon-Lime Sparkling Water and enjoy this refreshing treat.
Recipe from marthastewart.com (Link: http://www.marthastewart.com/1114949/refreshing-melon-sorbet-float)
STRAWBERRY BASIL VODKA SPRITZER
INGREDIENTS
- 4 medium ripe fresh strawberries
- 3 basil leaves
- 1.5 ounces of vodka
- 1 teaspoon of honey
- 1 tablespoon of lime juice
- 6 ounces of Syfo Lemon-Lime Sparkling water
- Ice
PREPARATION
Roll up basil leaves in order to slice into thin strips. Slice strawberries into small pieces and remove the tops. Using a mortar and pestle, muddle strawberries and basil together in order to release the juices. You could also give the basil and strawberry a whirl in the food processor or blender.
Add muddled strawberries and basil to a large glass. Add vodka, honey, lime juice and Syfo. Stir with a spoon and pour into a glass with ice. This recipe makes one serving.
Recipe adapted from theluckypennyblog.com
Memorial Day is upon us already, and this year more than ever people are anxious to get out in the fresh air and have fun in the sun all summer long. But with all that heat and activity, it’s important to remember to take care of a critical health issue – staying hydrated.
Luckily, that doesn’t mean having to stick to drinking only plain water this Memorial Day weekend and throughout the summer. Sparkling water is a great way to stay hydrated and still enjoy a tasty, refreshing drink.
Contrary to some misconceptions, sparkling water is as hydrating as plain water. In 2016, researchers examined 13 drinks and gave them a beverage hydration index (BHI) as compared to regular water. The team found that sparkling water was every bit as hydrating as still water.
The one caveat, however, is sodium content. Sparkling water that has a higher sodium content than plain water can indeed be less hydrating. Enter Syfo Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters.
Our products contain no sodium – in fact, they contain no preservatives, artificial sweeteners or any other additives. With four delightful all natural flavors that tickle the tongue, Syfo is a fun way to stay hydrated during the summer and the entire year.
So grab a cooler, your favorite bottle of Syfo and bask in the sun and the fun of being outside. And stay healthy and safe this Memorial Day Weekend.
The calendar may say it’s still spring, but the sizzling summer heat is already upon us and one way to stay cool is with a refreshing summer cocktail. Recipes with sparkling water have a distinct advantage too, because they give you a little hydration to beat the heat. Here are a few of our favorites:
WHITE WINE-BERRY SANGRIA
INGREDIENTS
- 1 Bottle of Dry White Wine
- 1 cup Syfo Lemon-Lime Sparkling Water
- 1/2 cup Raspberry Vodka
- 1/4 cup Brandy
- Honey (optional)
- Chopped Fresh Strawberries
- Fresh Raspberries
- Fresh Blueberries
- Ice
PREPARATION
In a pitcher, combine wine, Syfo, vodka and brandy. Add warm honey to add sweetness if desired. Toss a few raspberries and a small handful of chopped strawberries into the bottom of each glass and muddle the fruit. Fill the glass with ice, then with sangria. Add a few blueberries and stir.
Recipe adapted from tasty-trials.com
Watermelon Peach Spritzer
INGREDIENTS
- 2 liters of Syfo Lemon-Lime Naturally Flavored Sparkling Water
- Frozen sliced peaches
- Watermelon, cubed
- Ice cubes
PREPARATION
Put about 5 frozen peach slices in the bottom of each glass. Also add about 5 pieces of cubed watermelon to each glass as well. The amount of fruit you can add will depend on your glass size. I found about 5 peach slices and 5 watermelon cubes worked well for my glass sizes.
To each glass also add 2 ice cubes. Then fill up each glass with the lemon-lime sparkling water. Stir each glass to mix the fruit throughout the drink. If desired, place a piece of watermelon on the rim of each glass.
Recipe courtesy of whatscookinglove.com
Americano
The first drink James Bond ordered in the novel Casino Royale, the first in the series. Recipe adapted from The Robb Report.
INGREDIENTS
- 1.5 oz. Campari
- 1.5 oz. sweet vermouth
- 4 ounce of Syfo Original Seltzer
- Ice
PREPARATION
Combine Campari and sweet vermouth in a tall glass over rocks. Top with Syfo Original Seltzer, stir to combine and garnish with an orange peel.
Watermelon Mojito
Here’s a delicious summertime treat from a WebMD feature on low-calorie cocktails.
This is a refreshing take on the Cuban mojito that’s light on the calories. Instead of using sugar, use a wooden pestle or a big spoon to gently crush cubes of watermelon with fresh mint leaves. Add rum and Syfo Original Seltzer or your favorite flavor of Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Waters for a sweet mojito. At 100 calories, it has half the calories of a usual mojito.
Ranch Water
Ranch Water is basically a highball made with tequila. Place 2 shots of tequila in a glass (3 ounces).Mix in the juice of 1 lime (that’s about 1 ½ ounces). Fill the glass with ice and top it off with Syfo Original Seltzer (about ½ cup). Recipe adapted from a couple cooks.
Every so often Web discussions and articles appear on the health benefits and effects of sparkling water. And the results are always the same, sparkling water is as healthy as ever! One of the latest trending topics is effect of sparkling water on digestive health. According to this article on Healthline.com, sparkling water has many digestive health benefits:
Improves swallowing ability
Studies suggest that sparkling water may improve swallowing ability. In one study, 16 healthy people were asked to repeatedly swallow different liquids. Carbonated water showed the strongest ability to stimulate the nerves responsible for swallowing.
Can make you feel fuller
Carbonated water can make you feel fuller after meals when compared with plain water and help you lose weight (read our customer testimonials of weight loss). According to HealthLine, in a controlled study in 19 healthy young women, fullness scores were higher after the participants drank 8 ounces of sparkling water, compared to when they drank still water.
May help relieve constipation
People who experience constipation may find that drinking sparkling water helps relieve their symptoms. In a two-week study in 40 older individuals who had experienced a stroke, average bowel movement frequency nearly doubled in the group that drank carbonated water, compared with the group that drank tap water. What’s more, participants reported a 58% decrease in constipation symptoms.
Helps to relieve stomach pain
There’s also evidence that sparkling water may improve other symptoms of indigestion, including stomach pain. The Healthline.com article references a controlled study that examined 21 people with chronic digestive issues. After 15 days, those who drank carbonated water experienced significant improvements in digestive symptoms, constipation, and gallbladder emptying.
So there you have it. There is one other issue that has been the subject of online discussions of late, and that is whether carbonated water can aggravate IBS (Inflammatory Bowel Syndrome). HealthLine says that sparkling water doesn’t cause IBS, but if you have IBS and are sensitive to carbonated beverages, it may be best to remove them from your diet.
You can read more about the health benefits of sparkling water in our earlier posts here and here.