Kahwa To Masala Chai: 6 Traditional Indian Hot Drinks To Snuggle Up With This Winter

With winter right around the corner, we are excited to be hopping on the seasonal food train. One of the best things about the chilly weather is you get to snuggle in your comfortable blanket, sip on your favourite hot beverage and read a book or scroll through your phone.

From hot milk to tea, there is an array of things for you to try and have a cosy winter this year. Take a look.

Masala Chai (Spiced Tea)

Though many people prefer to drink masala chai throughout the year, it is only in winter that its flavourful taste seems extra special. The best way to enjoy it is to pour it into a kulhad (earthen glass) and drink it after your morning walk.

There can be many variants of it at home. Depending on what you like, you can add, substitute or replace a spice or herb.

Kanji

Have you ever had kanji which looks like aged fine wine? It is a special beverage often consumed at room temperature in winter. It is made using kala gajar (red carrots) which is a seasonal vegetable. It is cooked before it can be consumed. Many flavours are added to it that elevate its taste.

Almond Milk (Badam Milk)

Almond milk is a popular household drink in India, especially in winter. Almonds (almond oil for hair) are believed to provide warmth to our bodies. You can also add more flavours to it by infusing it with cinnamon (dal chini), saffron (kesar) and cardamom (elaichi) among others. Usually, badam milk is not very sweet. Therefore, it is one of the most favoured beverages in India.

Noon Chai

India is a land where you can find different recipes of tea in almost every state. Noon chai is from Kashmir and is a pink-coloured body-warming beverage. It is prepared with milk, nuts and sea salt. With a velvety texture, it will surely leave you wanting more.

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Turmeric Milk

Turmeric milk is another delicacy that people drink in winter. It is supposed to provide warmth to the body and help it fight mild infections and inflammation. Since turmeric can add a little bitter taste to it, you can add cardamom, honey, and saffron to it for an extra kick.

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Kahwa (Kashmiri Tea)

Kahwa belongs to the ‘paradise of India’, otherwise referred to as Kashmir (Kashmir tourism). It is a hot beverage prepared with Kashmiri green tea leaves that simmer in water along with spices like dried fruits, nuts, and saffron. It has a bit of a spicy and sharp flavour that can warm you up from the inside. It also boosts immunity and adds nutritions to the body.

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