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Thandai
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Alternative names Sardai
Course Beverage
Place of origin India
Region or state Uttar Pradesh
Serving temperature Chilled or sometimes hot
Main ingredients Milk key ingredient, cardamom, almonds, sugar, and saffron
Variations Rose thandai, Mango thandai, Badaam kesar thandai, Bhang thandai

Thandai is an Indian cold drink prepared with a mixture of almonds, fennel seeds, watermelon kernels, rose petals, pepper, poppy seeds, cardamom, saffron, milk and sugar. It is native to India and is often associated with the Maha Shivaratri and Holi or Holla mahalla festival. It is most commonly consumed in north India.

Variations

Though thandai refers to a traditional festival drink made with various spices and nuts, this versatile drink can also be prepared in many different ways.

Types of Thandai
Name Description
Thandai It is also known as badaam thandai, which is a traditional recipe of drink prepared with exotic nuts and spices.
Rose thandai This version of thandai is made with rose petals and rose essence.
Mango thandai This version of thandai with added mango puree makes a perfect summer cooler drink.
Badaam kesar thandai Made with badaam (almonds) and kesar (saffron), this drink is often consumed during hot summers.

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