Here’s a list of popular drinks from different states in India:
- Kashmir:
- Kahwa: A traditional Kashmiri saffron tea with green tea leaves, saffron, and spices like cardamom and cinnamon.
- Punjab:
- Lassi: A yogurt-based drink available in sweet or salty variations.
- Chaas: Buttermilk seasoned with spices like cumin and black salt.
- Gujarat:
- Chhaas: Spiced buttermilk.
- Aam Ras: A sweet mango puree.
- Kerala:
- Toddy: A traditional alcoholic beverage made from coconut palm sap.
- Sambharam: Spiced buttermilk.
- Maharashtra:
- Sol Kadhi: A tangy drink made from kokum fruit and coconut milk.
- Piyush: A creamy drink made from yogurt and shrikhand.
- Tamil Nadu:
- Filter Coffee: Strong coffee brewed with spices, served with milk and sugar.
- Jigarthanda: A sweet, cooling drink made with milk, almond gum, and ice cream.
- West Bengal:
- Kolkata Chai: Sweet, milky tea.
- Borhani: A spicy and tangy drink often served during special occasions.
- Rajasthan:
- Chai: Spiced tea with cardamom and ginger.
- Masala Lassi: Lassi with added spices like cumin and black salt.
- Uttar Pradesh:
- Thandai: A milk-based drink with spices, often enjoyed during Holi.
- Bel Sharbat: A drink made from wood apple pulp.
- Andhra Pradesh:
- Nannari Sherbet: A refreshing drink made from the roots of the Indian Sarsaparilla plant.
- Mango Lassi: Lassi with mango puree.
- Himachal Pradesh:
- Bhutte Ka Shorba: Corn soup with spices.
- Gur Gur Chai: A sweet tea made with jaggery.
- Assam:
- Assam Tea: Known for its strong and flavorful black tea.
- Apong: Traditional rice beer.
- Bihar:
- Sattu: A nutritious drink made from roasted gram flour.
- Bhang: A traditional drink made from cannabis seeds and leaves, consumed during festivals.
- Jammu and Kashmir:
- Kehwa: A traditional Kashmiri saffron tea.
- Noon Chai: A salty pink tea often served with bread and butter.
- Goa:
- Feni: A cashew or coconut-based alcoholic spirit.
- Kokum Juice: A tangy drink made from kokum fruit.