It’s a hot summer morning, and you are parched and dehydrated. You are tired and fatigued in the weather, and you are looking for ways to keep yourself active. To ensure that you are not in such a situation yourself, we have brought you some of the best homemade summer drinks that you can prepare at home easily to keep yourself refreshed and energized in the scorching summer months.
These drinks not only provide you with hydration but also vital nutrients and vitamins to keep you healthy and active at all times of the day. Here are a few of these that will help you and your housemates and family get through the blistering heat of the Indian summers.
1. Oreo Milkshake
This drink is capturing the imagination of many around the world. The deliciousness of Oreos combined with the smooth and captivating texture of milkshakes makes your day. It is very easy to prepare and very tasty and enjoyable at the same time. It is excellent with children and adults alike and is fairly easy to prepare.
The recipe we have shared here serves 2 and has a preparation time of 10 minutes.
Let us first check out the ingredients of the Oreo Milkshake.
- 1 scoop of vanilla ice-cream
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 2 Oreo biscuits
Method:
- Take a blender and put a scoop of vanilla ice cream, milk, and the oreo biscuits.
- Blend the mixture until it is smooth.
- Now you can pour it into two glasses and serve.
2. Watermelon Slush
Summer is the season of Watermelons. This delightful fruit is very popular not only for its taste but also for the nutritional value it has. Drinks made out of watermelons are amazingly delicious and also hydrating as well. Here in this recipe, we will add a bit of lime to it as well to make it tangy as well, which adds a bit to the taste.
The recipe we have shared here serves 1 and has a preparation time of 10 minutes.
Let us first check out the ingredients of the Watermelon Slush.
- 5 cups of diced seedless watermelon
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- Few ice cubes, optional
- Juice of 1 lime
Method:
- Take a blender and put seedless watermelons, sugar, and ice cubes.
- Blend the mixture until it is smooth.
- Now, pour the drink into a glass and serve.
3. Strawberry Pineapple Smoothie
Smoothies are everyone’s favorite. Be it, children or adults, the quick sip of the most delicious smoothies relaxes and calms everyone with ease. It can be prepared at home in a variety of different ways and flavors, and here we have introduced the Strawberry Pineapple smoothie.
The recipe we have shared here serves 1 and has a preparation time of 10 minutes.
Let us first check out the ingredients of the Strawberry Pineapple Smoothie.
- 3 to 4 pieces of Strawberries
- 4 slices of pineapple
- 1 tsp Flax seeds
- Ice cubes, as required
Method:
- Take a blender and put strawberries, pineapples, and flax seeds.
- Blend the mixture until it is smooth.
- Now, pour the drink into a glass and serve.
4. Aam Panna
Aam Panna is a very refreshing summer drink made of mango pulp along with cumin, jeera, and mint leaves. Aam Panna is a desi drink that is very popular among the masses. It is not only refreshing but also amazingly energizing. This homemade summer drink helps you get hydrated instantly and also helps in battling the scorching heat.
The recipe we have shared here serves 2 and has a preparation time of 10 minutes.
Let us first check out the ingredients of the Aam Panna
- 500 gm green mangoes
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp kala namak (black rock salt)
- 2 tsp roasted and powdered cumin seeds
- 2 tbsp finely chopped mint leaves
- 2 cups water
Method:
- First, boil the mangoes till they become soft inside, and the skin gets discolored.
- When the drink is cool enough, remove the skin and gently squeeze out the pulp from the mangoes.
- Next, mix all the ingredients together, blend and add 2 cups of water.
- Put some ice in the glasses and pour the Panna over it.
5. Barley Water
Barley water is a popular summer drink that can be prepared quickly for many people at the same time. This drink does not require much effort, and you too can prepare it at home if you simply follow the steps and instructions that we have mentioned below. It is refreshing and quickly energizes you to beat the heat easily.
The recipe we have shared here serves 2 and has a preparation time of 1 hour.
Let us first check out the ingredients of the Aam Panna
- 1/4 cup pearl barley
- 4 cups water
- A pinch of salt
- A drizzle of honey, optional
- A lemon rind, optional
Method:
- First, heat the water and then pearl the barley in a saucepan and bring it to a boil.
- Next, add the salt as required and let it cook on a low flame for 30 minutes.
- After that, strain the contents into a glass, tip in a lemon rind.
- You can also drizzle it with a little honey on top.
- Let it cool completely.
- Keep it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes, and then serve cold for added flavor.
So these were some of the most refreshing and energizing drinks for summer that you can prepare at home. They are very simple to make and quite delicious as well. Most of these summer drinks are suitable for children and adults alike.
They can be made from ingredients that you can easily purchase from your nearby store and thus, do not require much spending or effort. So beat the scorching heat this summer and enjoy the best summer drinks that you can make by yourself at home.
