Move over, vodka-sodas. There’s a new drink in town, packing a healthy—and delicious—punch.
Herbs add fantastic flavor to cocktails, from antioxidant-rich rosemary to detoxifying lemon thyme. Spices add a lovely flavor to cocktails and numerous health benefits.
So whether you’re looking for something new to mix up at your next party or want to add a little more zing to your usual drink order, read on for five herb-infused cocktail recipes that will impress.
Amla and Chickoo Drink Recipe
Are you looking for a sweet and healthy drink? Amla-Chickoo is one of the sweet and easy-to-make drinks to enjoy daily.
With the goodness of Chickoo and the health benefits of Amla, this healthy drink is an ideal option to start your day. The juice improves metabolism and digestion.
Try this easy homemade recipe.
Ingredients:
- 3 Large Amla;
- 4 Medium Chickoo;
- 2 cups water;
- 1 tbsp sugar and lemon juice each;
- 20 grams of Ginger;
- Salt as per your taste.
How to Make it?
- Add chickoo, Amla, and Ginger to the blender;
- Whirl it properly, and pour it into a bowl using a strainer;
- Mix the lemon juice and water;
- Add sugar and salt as per your taste and add ice;
- Serve it chilled, and Enjoy.
Aloe Vera in Mango Lassi with Kefir
Mango lassi is a popular yogurt-based drink from the Indian subcontinent. It is made by blending ripe mangoes with yogurt, water, and spices. It is often served cold, sometimes with ice cream or honey. Aloe Vera in Mango Lassi Benefits is many.
It’s a refreshing drink high in antioxidants and nutrients. It improves overall health well being and naturally cheers your digestive tract.
Ingredients:
- 2 Chopped Mangoes;
- 2 cups plain lactose-free kefir;
- 2 tbsp raw honey and virgin coconut oil;
- ¼ cup Aloe vera juice.
How to prepare:
1. Combine all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Divide between 4 X 10-ounce glasses and serve cold.
3. Enjoy!
Ashwagandha Latte
We know that Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb with many health benefits, from lowering cortisol to balancing hormones and supporting adrenal functions to reduce chronic stress.
It also improves symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, depression, and anxiety.
Ingredients:
- 1 Cup of Milk (If you use coconut milk, add ½ cup of water to ½ cup of milk);
- 1 tbsp. Of Aswagandha powder;
- ½ tbsp. Cinamon powder;
- ½ tbsp. Honey.
How to prepare:
- Add all the ingredients to warm milk;
- Stir well and adjust the sweetness as per your taste;
- Enjoy!
Tulsi Ginger Herbal Shot
Tulsi Ginger smash is a refreshing and full-bodied infused cocktail. It helps increase body metabolism, which helps in fat burning and helps to lose weight naturally.
Tulsi is known for its calming effect, memory enhancing, and boosting immunity. The drink is good for new mothers and kids.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Tulsi Leaves;
- ½ cup jaggery;
- 1 tbsp. dried Ginger powder and Ginger juice;
- 1 tbsp. Lemon juice;
- 3 cups of water.
How to prepare:
- Add tulsi, jaggery, and water to the blender;
- Take them in a bowl, add ginger juice, sonth powder, and lemon juice;
- Stir them well and pour them into the glass;
- Drop some ice cubes and serve it chilled.
Amla Lemon Ginger Squash
The amla lemon ginger squash has a sweet and sour taste with excellent health properties. Amla is rich in vitamin C, minerals, and antioxidants that improve our body’s immunity.
The squash helps improve the digestive system, helping to control hyperacidity, prevent heart disease, promote hair growth, and relives diarrhea. It’s easy to make and serve.
Ingredients:
- 160 grams of chopped Amla;
- 160 grams of lemon;
- 66 grams of Ginger;
- 160 grams of sugar;
- 0.33 liters of water;
- ⅙ tbsp. Black salt;
- ⅙ tbsp cumin seeds.
How to Prepare:
- Add chopped Amla and two tbsp of water to a grinder and make a paste;
- Same way, make a ginger paste and add them to a large vessel;
- Now, add sugar and half a liter of water. Heat it till the sugar gets dissolved;
- Add ginger and amla paster to it, add lemon juice, black salt, and roasted cumin seeds in it;
- Stir them properly, allow them to cool down, and pour them into a bottle (store in the refrigerator);
- Add the squash to ⅓ glass of water and serve it chilled.
To Wrap Up
Cocktails are a fun and creative way to concoct new recipes from tinctures, syrups, fresh herbs, bitters, and other ingredients in your home apothecary.
Cocktails can be a refreshing way to unwind after a long day or celebrate a special occasion when consumed responsibly.