INDIAN DRINKS RECIPES/ INDIAN BEVERAGES

Indian drink or Indian beverage is a popular part of the Indian cuisine and has an array of drinks that are both unique and refreshing. According to Indian ethnic culture, drinking Alcohol was considered bad hence there were only few local alcoholic traditional drinks prepared with locally available ingredients.

Indian beverages often referred as Sherbets are non-alcoholic and actually are prepared to beat the heat of the sultry Indian summer like the Aam Panna, Jal Jeera, Thandai, Lassi, Chhanch, or Nimbu Paani and Tea and the popularly known filter Coffee to provide warmth during winters.

Tea is also known as Chai, the most common form of drink in India, especially in North India. As the winters are in extreme conditions in Northern parts of India, Tea is available anywhere one goes. Tea can be prepared in many ways using spices called the Masala Chai or Ginger tea. Coffee is a popular drink commonly consumed in the Southern States of India, especially the filter coffee.

There are other types of Indian drinks like the Milkshakes, Falooda, lassi etc.

Milkshakes – A delicious, lip smacking and healthy refreshing drink can also be better opted for than the sugar laden soda pop or the aerated soft drinks. High in nutrition and calcium, a good drink for the kids and health conscious people too. The variety of Milkshakes includes: Apple milkshake, Banana milkshake, carrot milkshake, orange milkshake, pineapple milkshake, strawberry milkshake and the popular Indian beverage called the Badam Milk or Almond milk, a soothing energy giving drink and rich in vitamin E and nutritious too.

Few of the ethnic alcohol drinks in India includes: the Goan Fenny , Wine which are prepared in most of the houses in Goa and is served especially during festive season and occasions. Bhaang is prepared during the Holi festival. Toddy is considered to be a poor man’s Indian local drink.