Cilantro Sangria Slushie + 5 More Herb-Infused Cocktails You Need This Spring

With flowers in bloom and longer, sunnier days taking shape, May is a month for new beginnings. It's also a month for cooling cocktails.

Throwing healing herbs into the mix is a great way to add some health benefits to your springtime spritzer (they offset the alcohol, right?!). Here are six herb-infused cocktails to get you started.

Not only does pineapple mint taste amazing, it also boosts your digestion and strengthens your liver.

Preparation

1. Chill watermelon in the freezer for 30 minutes.

2. Strip pineapple mint leaves off the sprig.

3. Put all the ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth.

4. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon.

Basil is anti-inflammatory and antibacterial, and it contains a unique mix of flavonoids that are amazing for skin.

Preparation

1. Chop up a few basil leaves.

2. Add basil leaves and vodka to the bottom of a glass, then muddle with a wooden spoon.

3. Fill the glass with ice and top with sparkling water.

1. Line a glass rim with organic sugar.

2. Grind together the blackberries, rosemary, and orange in the bottom of a glass, either using a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon.

Preparation

1. Grind the basil and lime in the bottom of a glass, either using a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon.

2. Add pineapple juice, gin, and ice cubes, and top with club soda.

Studies show that cilantro can act as a heavy metal cleanser, so if you’re looking for a natural detox, look no further.

Preparation

1. Combine 2 cups of wine, cilantro, coconut water, and peaches in a blender until smooth.

2. Pour mixture into a medium bowl.

3. Add the strawberries and remaining wine to the blender and puree until smooth.

4. Pour into a chilled glass and garnish with strawberry slices.

5. If the mixtures are too liquidy, add more ice or place them in the freezer until they’re closer to a slushy consistency.

Regular mint is just as healthy as its cousin, pineapple mint. Mint can also be a powerful acne fighter and wrinkle reducer, and it's great at cooling your body, making it the perfect herb to enjoy during warmer months.

Preparation

1. Put 6 to 8 mint leaves and crushed ice in the bottom of a tall glass. Crush the leaves to extract their flavor.

2. Add 2 ounces vodka and shake several times.