8 Refreshing Cool Drinks To Stay Hydrated This Summer

Staying hydrated during summer is crucial as the high temperatures and humidity can lead to dehydration, which can cause fatigue, dizziness, headaches, and other health problems. Drinking enough fluids is essential to replenish the lost water and electrolytes from the body.

Some popular refreshing cool drinks to stay hydrated in the summer include iced teas, lemonades, fruit-infused water, smoothies, cold brew coffee, and iced herbal teas. These drinks are not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients that help in maintaining good health.

It is essential to choose drinks that are low in sugar and caffeine and high in water content for optimal hydration during summer. We suggest a bunch of summer drinks that you must not miss out on.

# Aam Panna

An absolute lip-smacking drink that is mostly popular in Maharashtra is made with our favourite king of fruits- mango. This refreshing summer drink is prepared using mango pulp and blended with cumin, jeera and mint leaves. This drink does not only keep you refreshed but also energized through sunny days.

# Buttermilk

Buttermilk or popularly known as chaach is an amazing curd-based drink that is undoubtedly an Indian favourite. Chaach is a brilliant digestive, and the addition of spices like jeera This fermented dairy drink is often flavoured with sugar or salt. Not only does it replenish fluids but also provides electrolytes and probiotics.

#Jaljeera

Jaljeera is made using jeera and water. The cumin seeds or jeera is roasted and made into coarse powder and mixed in water. This solution is best for people dealing with digestion problems, especially during summers. Gulp down a chilled glass of jaljeera and endure summers like never before.

# Watermelon juice

Watermelon is a summer fruit packed with vitamins A, C, E and B complex, and many essential minerals. Watermelon juice is one of the best summer drinks you can have to replenish nutrients and fluids.

#Lassi

It’s cool, made with yoghurt, and is often flavoured with fresh fruits, mild spices and salt. This drink is packed with probiotics, which can additionally provide some relief from stomach issues during the summer.

# Nimbu Paani Or Lemonade

Why to miss out on the most sought after summer drink, our very own nimbu paani or lemonade? A quick drink to make and amazingly delicious, this drink is prepared using mint leaves, lemons, sugar, salt and water. You can also add spices like cumin, coriander powder, black pepper, et al to make it interestingly tasty.

# Sugarcane Juice

Sugarcane juice is used as a natural remedy to a host of problems. It makes for an energy drink and helps build up plasma and body fluids, helping you counter dehydration and dullness. Adding mint leaves to the juice will only help enhance the taste of your summer drink.

# Cucumber juice

Cucumber is not only packed with dietary fibre and minerals, but also has the elusive vitamin K. Juicing a cucumber with water, and adding salt and lemon juice to it makes for a refreshing summer drink.