Holi 2024 Thandai recipes: 5 unique flavours to try

Holi, the festival of colours, is incomplete without the traditional refreshment of Thandai. This rich, creamy beverage not only cools down the body but also tantalizes the taste buds with its blend of nuts, spices, and fragrant ingredients.

This Holi, elevate your celebration with our curated list of the top five Thandai varieties, each offering a unique twist to this beloved drink. From the classic Thandai to innovative flavours like Mango, Rose, and Strawberry, there’s something to delight every palate.

Top 5 types of Thandai you can try this Holi

1. Classic Thandai

Ingredients

1/2 cup almonds, blanched and peeled
1/4 cup cashews
1/4 cup melon seeds
1/4 cup dried rose petals
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
1 tablespoon cardamom powder
1/2 teaspoon saffron strands
1/2 cup sugar
4 cups milk
Ice cubes, for serving
Procedure

Grind almonds, cashews, melon seeds, dried rose petals, and fennel seeds into a fine paste.
In a large bowl, combine the ground paste with cardamom powder, saffron strands, and sugar.
Gradually add milk and mix well until the sugar dissolves completely.
Strain the mixture through a fine sieve to remove any coarse particles.
Chill the Thandai in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
Serve cold with ice cubes and garnish with additional saffron strands, if desired.
2. Kesar Badam Thandai

Ingredients

1/2 cup almonds, blanched and peeled
1/4 cup cashews
1/4 cup pistachios
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1 tablespoon melon seeds
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon saffron strands
1/2 cup sugar
4 cups milk
Ice cubes, for serving
Procedure

Blend almonds, cashews, pistachios, poppy seeds, melon seeds, and fennel seeds into a smooth paste.
In a saucepan, heat milk and add saffron strands, stirring until the milk turns golden.