German Summer Refreshments: DDR Drinks and Homemade Ice Recipes

Television chef Kurt Drummer’s former East‑German recipes are highlighted as modern summer drinks for the current heatwave. His “vitamins in a glass” blends – yogurt‑based drinks with sandthorn, rosehip or apple cider – and his signature egg tea are presented as simple, natural alternatives to commercial smoothies and energy drinks.

In parallel, three easy‑to‑make ice desserts are offered for home cooks: matcha‑flavoured ice cream using frozen banana and oat milk, elderflower‑mint sorbet that requires no ice‑cream maker, and a blackberry‑yogurt ice using fresh berries and Greek yoghurt. All recipes rely on a short ingredient list, require minimal equipment and aim to provide refreshing, nutrient‑rich options during the summer heat.