10 Traditional Indian Summer Drinks to Stay Cool & Hydrated | Flarah Wellness

Summer heat can take a toll on your skin and overall health. At Flarah, we believe that glowing skin starts from within—so while our handmade organic soaps, bath salts, and candles pamper you externally, these forgotten traditional Indian summer drinks will keep you hydrated, cool, and refreshed naturally!

If you’re tired of the usual Aam Panna, Chaas, or Nimbu Pani, try these easy, lesser-known Ayurvedic coolers that have been used for generations to beat the heat.

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Why Hydration is Key for Healthy Skin in Summer

Dehydration leads to dry skin, dullness, and breakouts. While drinking water is essential, these electrolyte-rich, cooling Indian drinks help:
✔️ Retain moisture for supple skin
✔️ Detoxify and improve digestion
✔️ Prevent heat strokes & sunburn
✔️ Boost energy naturally

Now, let’s explore these hidden-gem summer drinks that you can make at home!

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1. Gond Katira Sherbet – Nature’s Cooling Jelly Drink

Best for: Instant hydration, glowing skin

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp Gond Katira (Tragacanth Gum)

• 1 glass chilled coconut water/milk

• 1 tbsp rose syrup (or honey)

• Cardamom & saffron for flavor

How to Make:

1. Soak Gond Katira in water for 2 hours (it turns jelly-like).

2. Mix with chilled coconut water, rose syrup, and cardamom.

3. Serve with ice cubes.

Flarah Tip: Pair this drink with our rose-infused bath salts for a relaxing summer detox!

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2. Kokum Sharbat – Tangy & Digestive Summer Cooler

Best for: Acidity, sunburn relief

Ingredients:

• 4-5 dried Kokum (Garcinia Indica)

• 1 tsp roasted cumin powder

• Black salt & jaggery to taste

How to Make:

1. Soak Kokum in water for 30 mins, mash & strain.

2. Add jaggery, cumin, and black salt.

3. Serve chilled.

Why Try This? Kokum is a natural sunscreen from within—perfect before stepping out in the sun!

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3. Thandai – Ayurvedic Spiced Milk for Summer Nights

Best for: Deep cooling, better sleep

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond milk

• 1 tbsp fennel & melon seeds

• Rose water & saffron

• Honey for sweetness

How to Make:

1. Soak seeds overnight, blend with milk.

2. Strain, add rose water & honey.

3. Serve chilled.

Flarah Pairing: Light a lavender candle while sipping Thandai for ultimate relaxation.

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4. Jau Ka Sattu (Barley Water) – Detox & Weight Loss Drink

Best for: Bloating, cooling the stomach

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp barley flour

• Mint & lemon juice

• Black salt

How to Make:

1. Mix barley flour in water, add mint & lemon.

2. Serve with ice.

Skin Benefit: Reduces inflammation, prevents summer acne.

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5. Pudina Haldi Sharbat – Anti-inflammatory Summer Tonic

Best for: Immunity, sun damage repair

Ingredients:

• 10 mint leaves

• ½ tsp turmeric

• Honey & lemon

How to Make:

Blend mint, strain, add turmeric & honey.

Why It Works: Turmeric heals sunburn, mint cools digestion.

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Final Thoughts: Hydrate, Glow & Relax with Flarah

This summer, skip sugary sodas and try these natural, Ayurvedic coolers instead. Your skin and body will thank you!

And while you’re sipping on these healthy drinks, why not enhance your self-care routine?

✨ Try Flarah’s:

• Handmade Kojic Acid Soap – Fights summer acne

• Cooling Peppermint Bath Salts – Soothes sun-stressed skin

• Citrus Soy Candles – Uplifts mood on hot days

Which drink will you try first? Comment below & tag us on social media with #FlarahSummerCoolers!

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