Natural desi drinks to beat the heat

Nimbu Pani

Made from fresh lemon juice, water, a pinch of salt, and some sugar, this drink is thoroughly refreshing and instantly restores energy

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Aam Panna

A sweet-sour drink made from raw mangoes is blended with mint leaves, cumin, black salt, and sugar. This drink is known for its cooling properties

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Buttermilk or Chaas

An on-the-go drink for Mumbaikars, chaas is made by diluting curd with water and adding spices like cumin powder, salt, and sometimes mint or coriander leaves.

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Jaljeera

A spiced drink known to have amazing cooling properties, this one is made from lemon juice, mint, cumin, black salt, and sometimes a pinch of jaggery

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Sugarcane juice

This juice is prepared from freshly extracted sugarcane stalks. One can elevate its taste by adding some lemon juice, ginger or mint leaves

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