Beat the heat with these must-try Stark summer drinks

Bev Shaffer, Canton Repository
·2 min read

Summer is the season of vibrant colors, joyful gatherings and a constant quest to stay cool and hydrated. What better way to embrace the sunny vibes than with a glass of something delicious and icy in hand?

Whether you’re a fan of traditional favorites or eager to try something new, these cool drinks will make every sip a delightful escape. Check out some of the best ways to stay hydrated and happy this summer in Stark County.

Miller-Doan Tavern in collaboration with Almost Heaven Ice Cream

A sangria Dippy Drink served at Miller-Doan Tavern and created in cooperation with Almost Heaven Ice Cream.
A sangria Dippy Drink served at Miller-Doan Tavern and created in cooperation with Almost Heaven Ice Cream.

122 Cherry St. E in Canal Fulton; Miller-Doan on Facebook

Dippy Drinks? Yes please! These popsicles, created in cooperation with Almost Heaven Ice Cream, are paired with flavored vodkas and wines, currently available in blue raspberry, sangria and peach flavors offer something unique.

First Watch

Wake up with this refreshing blend of watermelon, pineapple, lime and mint at First Watch in Jackson Township.
Wake up with this refreshing blend of watermelon, pineapple, lime and mint at First Watch in Jackson Township.

5075 Dressler Road NW in Jackson Township; and at FirstWatch.com.

Why not let watermelon wake you up! A refreshing blend of watermelon, pineapple, lime and mint.

The Shale Craft Coffee

One of the summer features at The Shale Craft Coffee is this Strawberry Sunrise Refresher.
One of the summer features at The Shale Craft Coffee is this Strawberry Sunrise Refresher.

1160 S. Main St. in North Canton; online at ShaleCreekCoffee.com.

Strawberry Sunrise Refresher features a lightly sweetened cold drink with coconut and strawberry syrup blended together with charged lemonade.

Carpe Diem Coffee Shop

This Raspberry Beret Latte, singing not required, is available for purchase at Carpe Diem in downtown Canton.
This Raspberry Beret Latte, singing not required, is available for purchase at Carpe Diem in downtown Canton.

215 Market Ave. N in Canton; online at CarpeDiemCoffeeShop.com.

Who doesn’t love a good Prince reference? Raspberry Beret Latte features two shots of espresso, raspberry syrup, hazelnut and white chocolate blended or served over ice.

Pioneer Coffee Roasters

A Pioneer Coffee Roaster favorite chocolate cold brew combines with a toasted marshmallow cold foam.
A Pioneer Coffee Roaster favorite chocolate cold brew combines with a toasted marshmallow cold foam.

7924 Hills & Dales Road NW in Massillon; 60 Lincolnview Drive in Dalton; online at PioneerCoffeeRoasters.com.

Choices, choices. Will you pick the Campfire Cold Brew, a Pioneer favorite chocolate cold brew topped with toasted marshmallow cold foam, or the Baklava Latte, a latte with a pinch of pistachio, brown sugar and cinnamon.

M&H Beans Coffee Co. + Roastery

Take an Ohio Beach Vacation without leaving Stark County with this tea inspired drink from M&H Beans Coffee Co. + Roastery.
Take an Ohio Beach Vacation without leaving Stark County with this tea inspired drink from M&H Beans Coffee Co. + Roastery.

706 S. Main St. in North Canton; online at MHBeans.com.

Take an Ohio Beach Vacation without leaving Stark County with this white peony and butterfly pea flower tea blend, sweetened up just a little with some house coconut syrup.

Virgil’s Coffee House & Creamery

No campfire needed for this S'mores Mocha Latte!
No campfire needed for this S'mores Mocha Latte!

523 E. Main St. in Louisville; online at VisitVirgils.com.

Featuring S’mores Mocha Latte, which includes espresso, milk, chocolate, toasted marshmallow, topped with whipped cream and graham cracker crumbles, and Virgil’s Volt, a refreshing carbonated energy drink made with natural caffeine, club soda, flavored with coconut, blue raspberry and lime.

2 Scoopz

Nerds and lemonade and blue slushee, oh my! This Blue Raspberry Lemonade Fishbowl is available with or without alcohol at 2 Scoopz.
Nerds and lemonade and blue slushee, oh my! This Blue Raspberry Lemonade Fishbowl is available with or without alcohol at 2 Scoopz.

138 Fifth St. NW in Canton; visit 2 Scoopz on Facebook.

You can forget the heat while enjoying this Blue Raspberry Lemonade Fishbowl, a clever combo of lemonade and blue slushee with nerds served in a fishbowl. Available with or without alcohol.

Tremont Coffee Co.

Tremont Coffee Co. is serving up cheery, cherry choices at all their locations.
Tremont Coffee Co. is serving up cheery, cherry choices at all their locations.

215 Erie St. N in Massillon; 4859 Tuscarawas St. W in Perry Township; 540 N. Main St. in North Canton; online at TremontCoffee.com.

Three cheery cherry choices to cool down: Hand Shaken Cherry Lemonade, Nitro Chocolate Covered Cherry or Cherry Frozen Lemonade.

Wendy’s

Wendy's is serving up a limited time Triple Berry Frosty.
Wendy's is serving up a limited time Triple Berry Frosty.

Locations throughout Stark County; find a Wendy's location online.

If you’re a fan of Wendy’s Frosty, this Wendy’s Triple Berry Frosty is a limited-time, seasonal offering. Cool and creamy, with the combined summertime berry flavors of strawberries, blackberries and raspberries.

Reach Bev at [email protected] or 330-580-8318.

This article originally appeared on The Repository: Stark County spots offering cool drinks for summer

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