7 Popular Summer Drinks On The Streets Of Delhi That You Can Make At Home

Hello, lovely readers! Summer is here but most of us are home as it’s not safe to step outside at the moment. But well, what do we do when those cravings for lip-smacking streetside drinks make a strike? Well, we put on a brave face and whisk it at home. Yes, we’re here with 6  absolutely amazing recipes of popular and refreshing drinks on Delhi streets that you can easily make at home! So, let’s dive in, shall we?!

1. Mohabbat Ka Sharbat

Mohabbat Ka Sharbat is one of the most popular drinks that graces the streets of Old Delhi when the season of watermelon arrives. This refreshing drink is made with just 2-3 ingredients and is a must-have when someone visits Jama Masjid or even the Chandni Chowk area. But since we’re at home and it’s advisable to not step out, you can actually make it home! The recipe given below walks you through the entire recipe and method of preparation, which is super easy to follow! So, go on and surprise your fam with this drink TODAY!

Here’s The Recipe | https://www.whiskaffair.com/mohabbat-ka-sharbat-recipe/ 

2. Bael Ka Sharbat

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Bael Ka Sharbat needs no introduction to us Delhiites, as this popular fruit juice graces the streets of Delhi during the summer season. It's super easy to make at home and chef Kunal makes it a cakewalk with his easy-going instructions. He uses simple kitchen ingredients and the end results look totally tempting and this juice is just the kind of treat you need on a blistering summer day!

Here’s The Recipe | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IlS6UdFJmo&t=111s 

3. Pudina Chhach

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Chhach is one of the most famous yoghurt-based recipes in the country. But the pudina chhach that is available on the streets hits a completely different string in our hearts. And if you’re missing this yummy drink, you can follow Chef Harpal Singh, who gives super easy instructions and will make you want to put on that apron right away! Quick tip, make sure to complement this with something paranthe, and boy, it’ll be a feast at home for sure! 

Here’s The Recipe | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_wk61j9kFU 

4. Masala Shikanji

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We all know how to make a glass of lemonade at home, but nothing compares to that roadside Shikanji. The flavour explosion created by this drink on our tastebuds is something that’s simply unmatched! But chef Kunal Kapur and his recipe for Masala Shikanji will win your heart. It touches all the aspects of the perfect shikanji which is sweet, savoury, tangy, spicy and the perfect fizz - yum! We’re already tempted. 

Here’s The Recipe | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ygXBT4P0fg 

5. Lassi

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Summer season without a glass of lassi is almost as incomplete as winters without hot chocolate. And the next recipe is also by chef Kunal Kapur who walks us through three variants of this popular drink. He gives the recipe for original sweet lassi, Mango Lassi and Chhach (masala), and we can’t wait to try them all. Using easy ingredients that are available in the kitchen and in the nearest grocery store, these are definitely a must-try. We can totally imagine ourselves drinking multiple glasses of these throughout the summer.  

Here’s The Recipe | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKn1b9G1BjE 

6. Mixed Fruit Juice

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Okay, this is something that we have all had at least once from the nearest juice vendors. Those perfectly pink-hued drinks topped with a pinch of black salt is enough to make any bad a good one. You can follow the recipe below to attain the same roadside wala swaad at home. The best part about this recipe is that, once you get a hang of it, you can make it as you please, using all the fruits that you love. So, who said that you couldn’t make kickass juice at home?!

Here’s The Recipe | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTu2D7TEUDk 

7. Badaam Milk

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Badaam Milk is one drink that can be savoured both warm and cold, and since it’s the season of summer, you’d definitely prefer the chilled option. Following the recipe by chef Kunal Kapur, this one is a little complex, but if you have all the ingredients and follow the method to the T, then the end result will look as tempting and may taste even better than what you get at those dhabas. So, go and check your kitchen for all the ingredients before you start making it!

Here’s The Recipe | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhD8ArXNopQ 

So, these were just some of the many popular drinks that are available at every nook and cranny of the city during the summer season and can easily be made at home. So, when are you treating yourself to these homemade street-style yummies?!