As the summer season is already here, we thought to inform our readers about the 10 best summer drinks which will help them to fight the summer heat and stay healthy. Before we start to discuss these 10 amazing summer beverages, we also want to recommend our readers that they should consume as much water they can to stay hydrated during this season so that they can avoid the harmful sunstroke.
Try these 10 amazing summer beverages to beat the heat
The list of drinks which you can try at your home during COVID-19 to beat the summer heat is long. However, we have picked some of the best, most-effective and ways to make drinks which you and your family will definitely enjoy drinking.
Aam Panna
Our first refreshing and amazing summer beverage is Aam Panna. The reason why we have mentioned it at the top of our list is that it is made from the king of fruits- Mango. This drink is a little tangy and sweet in taste which gives a lip-smacking flavor. Aam Panna keeps the body well hydrated and it is best for those who have to often step out in the summer heat as it helps to protect one from sunstroke.
Preparation- The ripe boiled mangoes are blended with cumin seeds, jaggery/sugar, jeers, and some mint leaves. Once it is prepared, place it in the refrigerator so that it can cool down a little, and then it is ready to be served.
Jaljeera water
This beverage is very easy and quick to prepare and it helps people to endure the harsh summer season with its chilled and delicious taste.
Preparation- You need to blend roasted cumin seeds and then mix it in the cool water with salt to taste and few mint leaves. People can also add little Bondi (which is added in raita) for more taste.
Sattu sarbat
If you are troubled by the ever-increasing temperature during this summer season, then why not try the desi and very famous Sattu sharbat. This is a very popular and amazing summer beverage and people from Bihar often drink the same in the hot season. People not only drink this during summer as it is refreshing but also as it can help boost one’s immunity and also fill the stomach.
Preparation– One can buy a ready-made Sattu powder, mix it in the cold water and the drink is ready to be served.
Lassi
If you are a person who enjoys sweet drinks, then Lassi should definitely be on top of your list. This drink is very popular in North India, especially in Punjab. People prefer to drink this along with their meal as it is refreshing and delicious in taste.
Preparation– The thick curd, milk, ice, and sugar are blended together and it is served in a glass when chilled. People can also add rose water/ Kesar strings for flavor.
Buttermilk
This is another curd-based drink that people really enjoy during the summer season as it can help to beat the scorching summer heat. Buttermilk is also known as Chaas and it is salty in taste.
Preparation- You need curd, ice, little water, cumin powder, salt, mint leaves, and other spices(if needed) and simply blend all together for a delicious Chaas.
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Sugarcane juice
I am quite sure that almost all the people reading this blog must have tasted sweet and delicious sugarcane juice. This drink is very popular in India and easily available during the summer seasons. people drink this juice a lot during summer as it keeps one hydrated and it is also a good source of glucose.
Preparation– This is prepared by crushing sugarcane. It is better to visit your nearest juice corner if one wants to taste the best sugarcane juice.
Coconut water
Nothing can be better than relishing a glass of chilled coconut water in the hot summer days and feel completely relaxed.
Where to get– One can buy the packed coconut water or simply go the nearby vendor who sells the same and enjoy the drink.
Lemon water
How our list of 10 amazing summer beverages can be completed without mentioning the world-famous summer drink lemon water. Apart from being refreshing, there are many other hidden benefits of drinking lemon water such as it helps to cure Blood Pressure, headache, weight loss, etc.
Preparation– You need chilled water, lemon juice, black salt, mint leaves, and sugar to taste. Mix all the ingredients well (according to taste and quantity) and your lemon water is ready.
Watermelon juice
Watermelon is another fruit that people enjoy eating during the hot summer seasons. Now, what if we tell you that you can also enjoy watermelon juice and beat the hot summers? Well, yes this juice is also known as the best beverage for summers as it has high water content.
Where to Buy– Either people can make the juice at home if they have a juicer or simply buy from the market.
Ice Tea
Last but definitely not the least, another amazing summer beverage is Ice-Tea. This is very much refreshing during the summer season and is very easy to prepare as well.
Preparation– You need one spoon Ice-Tea powder and mix it in a glass of chill water. Add mint leaves, ice to it and it is ready to be served.