We’re huge fans of discovering countries and their unique cultures through their different foods, so why not through their delicious beverages too? From steaming spiced tea to fizzy egg soda, this list has it all!
In India? Beat the relentless heat with a tall glass of refreshing lassi. A rich yogurt-based drink, sweetened with sugar, and usually flavored, lassis are some of the most popular chilled drinks in India. A couple of sips of the famous mango lassi and your thirst will be quenched in no time!
Yup, you read that right! Vietnamese Egg Soda or Soda Sua Hot Ga may sound quite weird, but this creamy, fizzy drink is absolutely delicious and definitely intriguing! A combination of raw egg yolk, sweetened condensed milk, and club soda, Vietnamese Egg Soda is easy to make and ideal for a hot summer’s day, as it is very refreshing.
Bubble tea is one of those drinks that has fast been gaining popularity worldwide. A basic bubble tea usually consists of tea, with milk or fruits mixed in, and chewy tapioca balls. Taiwanese absolutely love their bubble tea, so be prepared to see bubble tea stalls around every corner!
Arabic coffee is a traditional beverage in the UAE that is a prerequisite at most social gatherings. The coffee is only enough to cover the bottom of the cup and is usually served in a small cup. It is a major part of Arabian culture and is most often served with dates.
Served throughout Mexico, Watermelon Agua Fresca is light and refreshing and is the ideal thing to drink to beat the heat. Consisting of fresh watermelon, cold water, sugar syrup, and some mint, this drink may sound simple, but boy does it hit the right spot on a hot summer day!
Maghrebi mint tea is a traditional Moroccan green tea with spearmint leaves and plenty of sugar. Just like Arabic coffee in the UAE, Maghrebi mint tea is served at most social events in Morocco. The tea is served all day long and is a source of pride for Moroccans.
Popular all over the continent, this tropical juice is not only refreshing, but it also happens to come with a lot of health benefits. Home-made, and usually sold in recycled bottles in most West African cities, this ginger drink, also known as ginger beer, is quite strong and spicy in flavor.
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A sip of a Caffe shakerato on a warm summer day is just pure bliss! A mixture of espresso and ice, shaken around in a cocktail shaker until frothy, this beverage is an absolute must-try when in Italy during the summer.
We started off our list with a beverage from India, and we’re also ending it with one from the same country! Lassi and masala chai couldn’t be more different, with one being a chilled drink, and the other drink piping hot. Masala chai or masala tea is a drink that is enjoyed by Indians no matter what the weather! Black tea is brewed with a mixture of spices, like cinnamon, star anise, cloves, ginger, black peppercorn, and green cardamom, milk is added in, and served hot! The tea is not only incredibly aromatic, its flavor is quite distinct and delightful.
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