5 Chilling Drinks To Beat The Summer Heat

We’ve all encountered summers before. The criminally hot climate, the humidity and the sweat that comes along with it and the craving for respite, all are a part of a season we wish we never saw the lights off. However, this year’s summer is harsher and far worse than its predecessors. With temperatures soaring to as high as 42 degrees in the daytime, the citizens of Chandigarh now more than ever desire an escape from this horrendous situation. 

 So what should be done to facilitate us with temporary relief, what is it that will serve as the aid in this sweltering hot climate? Sipping on cold drinks and shakes once in a while is enough to refresh both our minds and bodies, revitalizing us whenever we step outside our homes. However, too much consumption will inevitably lead to extra calories, which in turn leads to us putting on weight, something which isn’t exactly on our to-do list. We have found out that the regular intake of natural drinks made at home is by far the best solution to staying hydrated this summer. In today’s article, we will be covering the top 5 cool summer drinks which will help both you as well as your family to beat this heat that has begun to spread faster than the plague. 

 1. Lemonade or Shikanji 

Walk down with us past memory lane and relive those childhood days with nostalgia oozing past each and every pore as we showcase the first drink: the lemonade our mother made to satiate our earlier unquenchable thirst. Also commonly known as ‘Nimbu Paani,’ this drink is prepared after squeezing the fresh lime in icy cold water. It has two versions- the sweeter one being termed as lemonade, while the salty one being called the shikanji. 

 2. Sugarcane Juice 

Popularly known amongst locals as ‘Ganne Ka Juice,’ Sugarcane Juice has been an instant hit ever since it made the rounds of our city. Available at almost every nook and corner of practically all streets, they are both hydrating as well as filling. For just 10/15 Rs, your body is energized with full fiber, vitamin C, and natural sugar. For those who have hygiene issues, it would be better to directly have the sugarcane in order to fully savor the taste. 

 3. Aam Panna or Jaljeera 

One of the few bonuses of summer is that it is the season of our beloved mangoes. These mangoes are used to make Aam Panna (raw mango juice), as well as papads and chutney. A coolant that will beat the heat while maintaining your body temperature, this chilling drink can be prepared at home, can be stored and enjoyed in the latter part of the month. 

 4. Banta or Lemon Soda 

A drink which has the lyrics of several songs dedicated to it, the banta has been loved and cherished by individuals of all ages ever since it first started circulation. Available in two flavors on the roadside: orange and lemon, banta is by far amongst the best drinks to have if you wish to chill out this season. A soda made by adding a tinge of fresh lemon and special masala to it, it is one of the coolers you need to have to escape heat strokes. 

 5. Lassi or Chhach 

Apart from being the pride of Punjab, one of its signature drinks and the love of the entire North-India, the Lassi has a lot riding on its shoulders. Made from yogurt, it is a sweetened cool drink that will be available in all households in the Tricity. Reasonably priced, this drink is a part of at least one meal of the citizens of Chandigarh, putting to light their ever increasing love for this local drink. 

 That sums up our article. If you enjoyed it, you are sure to enjoy the drinks mentioned above. Miss at your own risk!