Planning the Perfect Fall Picnic with Peach in Seattle

by Cascade Ice on November 7, 2019

Most people think of springtime when they envision the perfect picnic, but if you have all the right elements in play, you can enjoy a perfect picnic in Autumn too! So, what does it take to have an enjoyable feast outside when the leaves are turning colors? Popular lifestyle influencer, Peach in Seattle, gives us some tips!

Location

Pick a location where you know what to expect, like whether it’s setting up on the grass or under covered picnic tables. This will make things tremendously easier and help you pack lightly for your outside time. Plus, you can pick a location that caters to your crowd like a playground for kiddos.

Drinks

If you could only bring one thing with you, it should be a beverage! Whether it’s hot or cold. This time, I decided to bring Cascade Ice Sparkling Water with caffeine. I grabbed them because they’re all natural and wanted a bit of caffeine for a pick-me-up.

Snacks 

Again, know your audience and pack snacks you know they (and you) will enjoy. I didn’t want to do a full grocery haul and stuck with purchasing only two additional items from the store. Everything else I already had at home! Fruit and cheese or charcuterie plates are a great way to go… and I’ve even seen some char-treaterie plates! 

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3 Simple Tips to Help You Drink More Water Everyday

by Cascade Ice on November 4, 2019

We all know that we should be getting adequate hydration each day. After all, it helps with everything from digestion to regulating your mood and brain function. But sometimes our busy lives prevent us from keeping up with healthy habits. Here are some easy hacks to help you stay hydrated 24/7:

Sync hydration patterns to your daily routine

If you’re like most people, you have trouble remembering to drink enough water throughout the day. Any easy way to fix that is to develop a habit of drinking when you go from one activity to the next. For example, before you leave your car to go into the office each morning, finish your water bottle. Or, don’t leave for lunch without taking some sips at your desk. After a while, you won’t even think about it!

Sip, don’t chug

Gulping down a big bottle of water in one sitting definitely helps you meet your daily hydration goals faster, but it may cause bloat and upset stomach. Instead, take small sips all day long – it may actually help you absorb the water better and keep you from that “sloshy stomach” feeling.

Make it fun!

Let’s face it, water can get boring. So liven it up a bit by adding lemon, lime or cucumber slices, or even orange wedges. Muddling the fruit brings out the flavor even more. Flavored sparkling water like Cascade Ice is also a great option for changing things up by adding a bubbly kick of flavor to your daily water intake. There are several different product lines and flavors, so check out our website for more information.

What are some tips and tricks you follow to meet your daily water intake goals? Tell us in the comments below and “like” and “follow” us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Liven up any Party with Cascade Ice Wild Berry Sparkling Punch

by Cascade Ice on October 23, 2019

Are you hosting an upcoming event that needs a little “punch” of something extra without derailing your health goals? Party beverages are often loaded with extra calories and sugar, and can leave you wanting something better. That’s why we’ve come up with a bubbly party punch that will be sure to please any crowd! Check out the recipe here:

Cascade Ice Wild Berry Sparkling Punch

In a large punch bowl or pitcher combine:

½ cup sliced strawberries

½ cup raspberries

½ cup of blackberries

3 17.2 oz bottles of Cascade Ice Wild Berry 

2 cups of cranberry juice

4 cups of ice

Optional: 

3 cups of champagne 

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Getting Energized with Healthy Yogi Karla Tafra

by Cascade Ice on October 17, 2019

Wake up. Coffee. Crash. Repeat. 

To get a jump on the day, millions of people reach for caffeine in the form of coffee. But coffee can often lead to an energy crash because of all the “extras” we add, such as sugar, sweetened creamers and flavored syrups. Not only does it cause a slump, but all the additions to your coffee can pack on the calories as well.

Our friend (and popular yoga and healthy lifestyle influencer) Karla Tafra recently shared her thoughts on staying hydrated while also maintaining energy in the healthiest way possible. Instead of coffee, she reaches for new Cascade Ice USDA Organic Caffeinated Waters to keep her energized and hydrated.

Karla said, “With only 3 ingredients, carbonated water, natural organic flavors and organic caffeine, this little can is filled with all the goodness. And don’t let me get started on the flavors. From Citrus Twist and Black Raspberry to Grapefruit and Pomegranate Mango, everyone can find their favorite (or two).”

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