Published by: Priyanka Deshpande
From the robust earthiness of masala chai to the refreshing tang of nimbu pani, there’s a drink to match every climate and mood in India.
TasteAtlas, an online guide focused on immersive travel experiences related to authentic cuisine, unveiled a list of the 10 most popular beverages in India. Take a look.
Salted lassi, made from curd, salt, and jeera powder, diluted with water and served in a kulhad, offers numerous health benefits. It aids digestion, reduces body temperature, enhances bone health, & boosts immunity.
Salted lassi, made from curd, salt, and jeera powder, diluted with water and served in a kulhad, offers numerous health benefits. It aids digestion, reduces body temperature, enhances bone health, & boosts immunity.
The world-famous Assam tea has a rich, deep amber colour & is known for its smooth malty flavour. Assam tea is considered to be the perfect tea to wake up to thanks to its strong flavour and rich tea.
Made with a generous amount of sugar, thick curd & water, sweet lassi makes for a delicious treat that leaves you with a really long sugar high. Add some malai to the top of your glass and you have a treat that’s hard to beat.
Made with sweetened black tea & milk spiced with cardamom, ginger, cloves, cinnamon, & peppercorns, masala chai is a favourite beverage of Indians.
Coffee's a drink, but filter coffee's an emotion & South India excels in it. Unlike regular coffee, chicory sets filter coffee apart. The sweet, strong, & frothy filter coffee is poured back & forth multiple times to aerate & is served in a tumbler with saucers called davaras.
An Indian summer is incomplete without mangoes & lassi. Crafted by blending the rich sweetness of ripe mangoes with thick curd, its tropical flavor & smooth texture is a delicious way to beat the heat.
Darjeeling tea, cherished for its distinct flavor and golden hue, carries fruity, floral notes with sweetness. Dubbed the 'champagne of teas,' it's exclusive to Darjeeling, making it among the world’s priciest. Unique blends can reach $200 per kilo.
A traditional Indian drink, combining curd, water, & spices, lassi is pure comfort. Whether you like it sweet or salty, there’s a type of lassi for you!
Gin and Tonic is simple cocktail, favourite among alcohol enthusiasts, especially during the summer. Depending on the ratio of gin to tonic, you can make the drink as strong or light as you please. If you’re a fan of bitter & sour notes, gin and tonic is the drink for you!