5 best fermented desi Indian drinks for summer

Popular choices like Sol Kadhi, Kozzhu, and Ambil offer diverse probiotic benefits, supporting overall health and immune system function. The rising mercury has surely impacted the digestive system and often makes us indulge in more liquid diets or solid foods. In this process, fermented drinks play a key role

1. Sol KadhiMade using kokum and coconut milk, Sol Kadhi is a speciality of Konkan cuisine. It is especially popular in the western states of India such as Maharashtra and Goa. Sol kadhi has a lovely pinkish colour due to the addition of kokum. It is considered a soothing and digestive-friendly drink. It also has a range of other health benefits. You can easily make it at home. Watch the recipe video for Sol Kadhi here. For a Keto-friendly recipe 2. PiyushIf you want a deliciously sweet summer drink, opt for Piyush. This Maharashtrian drink is made using buttermilk, curds, shrikhand and sugar. It is typically flavoured with saffron, cardamom powder, and nutmeg. This thick and creamy drink has a wonderful yellow colour that makes it stand out. Why not try preparing it yourself? Click here for the step-by-step recipe for Piyush. 3. PanagamAlso called Panakam, this traditional South Indian drink combines the goodness of jaggery, lemon juice, dry ginger powder, pepper and cardamom in water. This flavourful drink is especially associated with Ram Navami, but it is also a nutritious way to stay hydrated during summer. Panagam may have slight variations in spices, but jaggery and lemon tend to remain constant. Click here to know more about this drink and read its recipe 4. NannariThis drink is also from South India. It is made by boiling Nannari roots (Indian Sarsaparilla) with sugar, water and lemon juice. This concoction is then mixed with water and consumed. In some places, the concoction is mixed with milk. The roots are believed to have a range of medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory ones. A traditional way to beat the heat if ever there was one! 5. LassiComing to North Indian cold drinks, what immediately comes to mind is creamy lassi. Classic Punjabi lassi can be made using just three ingredients: curds, chilled water/ice cubes and sugar. Some people also prefer a salty version instead of a sweet one. Lassi is one of the most popular summer drinks in India and people love experimenting with it. Mango lassi is one of the most famous flavours and it infuses the goodness of this seasonal fruit into sweetened lassi. Want to make a perfect glass of lassi? Follow these tips. Also, check out these 6 yummy lassi recipes you can try at home.