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Summertime beverages to beat heat

In order to beat the heat as we embrace summer, let’s rehydrate and restore our bodies with some of the best summer drinks. Here’s a selection of summertime beverages that you simply must try.

AAM PANNA

A cool summer beverage composed of raw mango pulp, cumin, and mint leaves. Aam Panna is a popular Indian drink that is both energising and refreshing. It aids in resisting the sweltering heat and quickly hydrates you.

Ingredients

Green mangoes 500 gm

Sugar 1/2 cup

Salt 2 tsp

Kala namak (black rock salt) 2 tsp

Roasted and powdered cumin seeds 2 tsp

Finely chopped mint leaves 2 Tbsp

Water 2 cups

Method

Boil the mangoes till they become soft inside, and the skin gets discoloured. When cool enough to handle, remove the skin and squeeze the pulp out of the mangoes. Mix all the ingredients together, blend, and add 2 cups of water. Put some ice in the glasses and pour the Panna over them.

ICED JALJEERA

An energising beverage filled with flavour. Serve cold to instantly cool you off!

Ingredients:

Tamarind Pulp 125 Gram

Mint Leaves 3 tbsp

Ground Cumin 1/2 tsp

Ground Cumin, roasted 3/4 tsp

Grated Jaggery 50 gram

Black Salt 4 tsp

Ginger Salt (Gourmet Flavoured Salt), Grated 1 tbsp

Lemon Juice 3-4 tbsp

A pinch of Chilli powder (Kashmiri mirch)

Garam Masala 1/2 tsp

Water 1/2 litre

Method

For the Jaljeera, add all the ingredients in a food processor and blend it together. Chill overnight. Then strain and freeze it. Garnish the drink with some Boondis and serve.

Summer drinks to beat the heat.(photo:IANSLIFE)

SATTU SHARBAT

This delicious summertime treat, Sattu Sharbat from Bihar is well-known for its cooling qualities. It has its own variations in states like Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh and is well-liked nationwide.

Ingredients:

Chana Sattu, fourth cup

Chilled water 4 cups

Lemon juice 2 teaspoons

Roasted cumin powder, half teaspoon

Mint leaves, 2 teaspoons (chopped)

Black salt to taste

Green chilli, 1 (chopped)

Raw mango, 2 teaspoons (grated)

Method:

Add all ingredients to a jug and mix well. Serve in glasses along with some ice cubes. Garnish with more mint leaves.

MANGO LASSI

A fresh approach to the beloved lassi. Mango pulp and creamy yogurt were combined with a tonne of ice.

Ingredients:

Curd 125 Ml

Iced water 200 ml

Ice 8 cubes

Mango chopped 1

Sugar 1 tbsp

A pinch of dried mint

Method:

Whip all the ingredients together in a blender. Serve chilled.

BARLEY WATER

Barley water, an amazing beverage that our ancestors used in their daily diet since the birth of civilization, is an antiquated remedy or an elixir for good health. Barley is a powerful grain that has long been used to prepare cereals, serve as a substitute for rice, and prepare other delicacies that are distinctive to different regional cuisines.

Ingredients:

Pearl barley 1/4 cup

Water 4 cups

A pinch of salt

A drizzle of honey (optional)

A lemon rind (optional)

Method:

Heat the water and pearl barley in a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Add the salt and let it cook on a low flame for 30 minutes. You can muddle the grains a little, using a spoon. Strain it into a glass, tip in a lemon rind, and drizzle with a little honey on top. Let it cool completely. You can also keep it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes and then have it.

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Monsoon special rehydrating beverages

While carrying a coconut around can be inconvenient, brands such as Earthmade Organix, Real, and others offer ready-to-drink bottled tender coconut water that you can consume anywhere, at any time…reports Asian Lite News

On a humid afternoon, nothing beats a glass of rehydrating drink. After a few sips, you’re ready to face the weather monster again. As the monsoon season begins in India, I’m sure we’ll will enjoy the rainy days, earthy smell, and tasty snacks. But, don’t forget, the changing weather can also have negative effects on our bodies. One of the most common issues we see is dehydration. As a result, we’ve compiled a list of ready-to-drink rehydrating beverages that you should try this monsoon season.

Watermelon Drink/Juice

Watermelon juice is another great way to stay hydrated and refreshed during the sludgy season. It contains Vitamins A, B6, B1, and C, providing a slew of advantages. Watermelon is 90 per cent water, making it an excellent hydration drink. It also contains a lot of amino acids, antioxidants, and Lypocene. Minute Maid provides tetra packed and bottled ready to drink watermelon juice with 100 percent natural flavours for convenience.

Coconut Water

That coconut water for you is a nutritious drink that is low in calories and carbs. Natural vitamins and minerals abound in coconut water. As a result, it is an excellent hydration beverage during the summer and monsoon seasons. The beverage hydrates you while keeping your calorie and carbohydrate intake to a minimum. While carrying a coconut around can be inconvenient, brands such as Earthmade Organix, Real, and others offer ready-to-drink bottled tender coconut water that you can consume anywhere, at any time.

Electrolyte drinks

An electrolyte is a mineral that aids in the maintenance of our body’s water level. They can be found in blood, tissues, organs, and so on. Water, electrolytes (usually sodium and potassium), and water are all ingredients in electrolyte drinks. These drinks are mostly water because their main purpose is to rehydrate. Although the electrolyte and sugar levels can vary depending on the intended use, such as post-exercise recovery or recovery from diarrhoea or sickness. Gatorade, ORS, Electral, and other readily available electrolyte drinks are examples.

Smoothies

Smoothies are another excellent way to incorporate electrolyte-rich foods into your diet. Smoothies contain whole foods such as fruits, seeds, vegetables, nuts, and so on, which provide our bodies with the nutrients they require. You should choose this drink if you want to replace lost electrolytes in a healthy and nutritious way that isn’t too heavy to consume. Daily Harvest and Revive Superfoods, for example, provide a wide range of ready-to-drink healthy smoothies.

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