It’s officially that time of year where the sun comes out–and so do those paperbacks. As we near the summer months, it’s not surprising that beach reads are flying off the shelves of bookstores. It has become a viral hobby to peruse your local Barnes and Noble, looking for a good book to read while you’re tanning on the hot sand. But what’s even better than reading your new favorite novel? Doing so with an iced coffee in your hand.
Which drinks go best with the most popular books right now?
If you’re anything like me, you’ll know that immersing yourself in the world of the novel you’re reading is part of the fun. Having a beverage to pair with the vibe of your current read does just that. Luckily, there are tons of new books to choose from, many of which have already caught BookTok’s attention. If you’re looking to pick any of them up, here’s some drink orders that will go perfect with your selection.
Into The Blue by Emma Brodie released last month, and is definitely gaining lots of traction online. The novel follows AJ and Noah as they reunite as costars on the set of a tv show after years of being separated. Into The Blue would pair perfectly with a matcha latte with brown sugar syrup. This drink combines two contrasting flavors that work so well together, just like the main characters in Brodie’s novel.
Looking for something with a bit more magic? Starside by Alex Aster is the perfect pick. Blending elements of fantasy and romance, this novel follows main character Aris as she competes to avenge her family’s death. This otherworldly book needs a drink with stakes that are just as high. Ordering an energy drink with mango or blackberry swirl will amp you up as much as this book’s main character. You might even have enough momentum to step into the “Questral” competition with her.
Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke is another bestseller taking the internet by storm. The novel follows trad wife influencer, Natalie, as she wakes up in the 1800s and is forced to live the life she idolized for so long. This satire would read well with a blueberry vanilla latte in hand. Iced or hot is completely up to you, but the sweetness of the latte, along with the hand-picked fruit, would match the past and present vibe of Burke’s new novel.
Conjuring up the detective inside of you? Evelyn Clarke’s new mystery/thriller novel The Ending Writes Itself follows six authors on a private island–one of which might be a murderer. Keep yourself in the investigative mindset with a London fog. This warm vanilla tea will soothe you as you sit on the edge of your seat and figure out which author does more than just write in their free time.
In Her Own League by Liz Tomforde is all for the romance readers. This sports romance follows Emmett, the coach of the Windy City Warriors, and Reese, the first female owner of an MLB team and Emmett’s new boss. This novel is sweet and spicy, which is why a Mexican mocha is the perfect drink pairing. With a pinch of chili pepper dissolved into a chocolatey espresso, this beverage matches the steamy forbidden romance of these two characters.
No matter which book you decide to pick up next, there is surely a fun drink that would go hand in hand waiting for you. Readers might not always agree on the best genre of books, but a fun drink–that’s something everybody loves.