We are in the heart of the Hong Kong summer and not a day goes by without the temperature soaring above 30°C and our bodies sweating like a giant pig. The only thing we want is a thirst quenching drink that’ll bring us back down to earth and keep us cool. Water is your best choice but can look rather boring when served on its own, so why not try adding some floral or fruity ice cubes to dress up the normally clear drink? It’ll look good even in your gin and tonic. Who says ice cubes can’t be colourful and romantic?

DIY floral ice cubes:
Making your own ice cubes takes no time. Follow Martha Stewart’s easy and you’ll be on your way to ice-y heaven.

Photo credits (clockwise from top left): Ooh La La, Love Maegan, Kathy Browns Garden via Playing with Flowers, One Wed, BecR – Food.com, Edina Ronay, , Culinary Tribune