Quench Your Thirst With These Top Summer Drinks

It is the summer season! Most parts of India are faced with hot, humid weather that makes you gulp lots and lots of water in order to stay hydrated. However, the best part of summer is also that you can try various refreshing summer drinks to quench your thirst. India being a diverse country has so many options to choose from. Each state offers some or the other specialties that are unique and absolutely delicious.  Below is a list of such drinks that are native to their state.

• Lassi

Available all over India, however, Lassi is a traditional Punjabi sweet summer drink. Often served with a dollop of malai on top, this yogurt-based drink is a perfect summer booster to satisfy your sweet cravings as well as quench your thirst. There are many variations of this drink but the traditional one tops it all.

• Mor/Butter Milk

This particular drink is relished in different parts of India. In the state of Kerala, it is called mor is a spicy buttermilk made from curd, green chillies, ginger, and yogurt. In other parts like Gujarat, it is served plain. Apart from being a refreshing summer drink, it also aids in digestion because of its probiotic properties.

• Kokum Sherbet

Kokum sherbet is a red-colored drink that is fondly enjoyed in the states that lie in the Kokan belt of India. This is a traditional drink made of kokum,  sweet and sour fruit. The interesting fact is that it grows nowhere else in the world.

• Imli Ka Amlana

Famous in the Marwar region of Rajasthan, this drink is a tangy drink made with tamarind, black salt and roasted spices. It is served chilled and is the perfect way to beat the summer heat in the hot region of Rajasthan.

• Gondhoraj Ghol

Gondhoraj Ghol is a Bengals version of buttermilk. However, it is quite different from the regular one. It is a wonderful concoction made with Gondhoraj lime juice, curd, sugar, black salt and iced water. It may sound weird but it is extremely delicious.

• Ragi Ambali

Made from finger millet (ragi) is Karnataka’s popular summer drink. It helps in giving instant energy during hot summer days when one can feel tired in the hot scorching sun. Also, ragi improves digestion and averts other chronic diseases

The next time you visit any of these states during your holiday or work trip, don’t forget to try of these delicious summer drinks. It will help you feel fresh and rejuvenated instantly. For the best deals on your flight tickets, log on to EaseMyTrip and save huge.