With Labor Day just around the corner, we are ever closer to September and the end of summer (cue: cries of despair).

It’s okay. In our opinion, there’s always an excuse to kick back and channel our summertime vibes. But we know that some fun can only be had while the sun shines hot.

So, here’s one last taste of summer before it is gone for good. Enjoy one of these 4 refreshing vegan smoothies that can help you soak up every last bit!

Mint Chip Treat

For the mint-chocolate fans out there, this Kale and Caramel has you covered.

With frozen banana chunks, spirulina, mint leaves, cacao nibs and dark chocolate shavings, this is sure to please your sweet tooth.

Pure Planet Alternatives

This recipe calls for dairy milk, but we think you’ll be just fine using almond (or hemp, oat, cashew, etc.) milk. And we think our Choco-Mint Spirulina blend will mix smoothly for a mouth-watering result.

Coconut Water Refresher

What’s better than some coconut water on a hot summer’s day? How about a twist of pineapple?

This Yummly recipe only needs 5 ingredients and takes about 5 minutes to create. Got peppermint leaves, pineapple, ginger, coconut water and ice on hand? Great! Then slip into a sleepy afternoon with this relaxing and hydrating vegan smoothie blend.

Pure Planet Alternatives 

Our Organic Coconut Water – Rehydrate mix contains hibiscus and ginger, plus rooibos extract and electrolytes. Subbing this in for the plain coconut water and ginger scoop will help you feel even more lifted. Bon vovage on your trip to afternoon bliss!

Chocolate Cherry Vegan Smoothie

When you have a hankering for cherry-cola, this Texanerin Baking recipe could do the trick! With tart cherry. cocoa powder, banana and vanilla extract, this is the perfect treat after a long week.

Pure Planet Alternatives 

Our Organic Tart Cherry extract could be an easy swap for the tart cherries, especially because it’s much easier to get your hands on during off-season. This recipe also calls for sweetener, to offset the tartness of the cherries. For people sensitive to stevia, you may want to avoid that part and swap for a more natural alternative, like honey from your local farmer’s market.

Strawberry Beet Smoothie

Us health-nuts know beets are super good for you, especially for cardiovascular and liver health. Why not add them to a mouth-watering summer smoothie?

This recipe calls for beets, berries, ginger and cinnamon, so you know you’re getting nutritious antioxidants and vitamins. Kick back and jam to the groove of the beet!

Pure Planet Alternatives

Our Organic Power Beets – Berry Blast complements the recipe well. Power Beets works great as a pre-workout drink, so adding it to this delicious treat could help avoid dessert-grogginess after you’ve finished.

Let’s Talk

Have you tried out any of these recipes? Do you have any of your own? Let us know in the comments below.