3 Refreshing mango drinks for ultimate summer sweetness

New Delhi: When the summer sun starts blazing, nothing feels as refreshing as a chilled drink made from the king of fruits – mango! We wait all year for the mango season to come so that everyone can enjoy a variety of dishes and drinks prepared fresh from it. Juicy, pulpy, and sweet, mangoes are not only delicious but also packed with vitamins A and C, making them perfect for staying hydrated and energised.

Here is a simple and easy way to add fun, flavours and excitement to your summer drinks by adding mango to it. Find three of the best mango drink recipes to enjoy during summer for a refreshing, cool and flavourful summer break during the scorching sun.

1. Classic Mango Lassi

Ingredients:

• 1 cup chopped ripe mango (Alphonso or Kesar preferred)
• 1 cup thick curd
• ¼ cup cold milk
• 1–2 tbsp sugar or honey
• A pinch of cardamom powder
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Blend mango pieces with curd, sugar/honey, and cardamom powder until smooth.
2. Add milk if the lassi is too thick.
3. Drop in a few ice cubes and blend once more.
4. Serve chilled, garnished with a few chopped pistachios or mint leaves.

2. Mango Mojito Twist

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe mango
• Juice of 1 lime
• A few mint leaves
• 1 tbsp sugar or honey
• Sparkling water or soda
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Muddle mint leaves and sugar in a glass.
2. Add lime juice and mango puree. Mix well.
3. Fill the glass with ice and top up with sparkling water.
4. Garnish with mint sprigs and a mango slice.

3. Aam Panna

Ingredients:

• 2 medium-sized raw mangoes
• ½ cup jaggery or sugar
• 1 tsp roasted cumin powder
• A pinch of black salt
• Fresh mint leaves
• Water and ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Boil or pressure cook raw mangoes until soft. Cool and peel the skin.
2. Scoop out the pulp and blend it with jaggery/sugar, roasted cumin, black salt, and mint.
3. Add water to dilute and mix well.
4. Serve chilled with ice and a mint garnish.

These three mango-based drinks are easy to prepare at home and bring fun, flavour, and freshness to your summer days. Whether you’re sipping on a creamy lassi, a fizzy mojito, or a tangy panna, you’re guaranteed a delicious and cooling escape from the summer heat. Prepare these with fresh mangoes for a cool and refreshing summer twist.

 Looking to beat the heat? These three refreshing mango drinks are perfect for a cool and sweet summer escape. Easy to make and bursting with tropical flavour, they’re all you need to sip your way through the season.  Food & Drink Lifestyle News -Fashion Trends, Beauty Tips, Celebrity Party News, Relationship advice, Travel and Food Tips