drink Recipes
31 delicious drink recipes from around the world
Blåbärssoppa (Swedish Blueberry Soup)
A comforting and versatile Swedish blueberry soup, perfect served warm as a restorative drink or chilled as a light dessert. Traditionally enjoyed during the Vasaloppet ski race for energy.
Kompot (Polish Stewed Fruit Drink)
A traditional Polish beverage made by gently stewing a variety of fruits in sweetened water, often infused with spices. It's a refreshing drink served chilled, with the tender stewed fruits enjoyed as a light dessert.
Kvass
A traditional Russian fermented bread drink, offering a slightly sour and refreshing taste, perfect for summer. This recipe yields a lightly alcoholic, effervescent beverage.
Mors
A traditional and refreshing Russian berry drink, primarily made from cranberries, known for its vibrant color and tart-sweet flavor. This recipe focuses on preserving the natural goodness of the berries.
Amazake (Sweet Fermented Rice Drink)
Amazake is a traditional Japanese sweet, non-alcoholic or low-alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice. It has a thick, creamy texture and a naturally sweet, sake-like flavor, often enjoyed during the New Year holidays. This recipe uses rice koji (a mold that ferments rice) to convert the starches in cooked rice into sugars.
Es Campur (Indonesian Mixed Ice)
Es Campur is a popular Indonesian dessert drink, a delightful medley of shaved ice, sweet jellies, fruits, and creamy syrups. It's a refreshing and customizable treat perfect for hot weather.
Mango Lassi
A rich and creamy Indian yogurt-based smoothie, bursting with the sweet, tropical flavor of mango. This refreshing drink is a perfect summer treat, enjoyed worldwide.
Masala Chai
Masala Chai is a fragrant and invigorating spiced milk tea, a staple beverage in India. It's made by simmering black tea with a blend of aromatic spices, milk, and sugar, creating a comforting and flavorful drink.
Matcha Latte
A vibrant and energizing green tea latte, featuring finely whisked matcha powder combined with steamed milk. A popular modern Japanese beverage.
Sweet Lassi
A classic Punjabi refreshment, this sweet lassi is a thick, creamy, and frothy yogurt-based drink, delicately flavored with sugar and cardamom. Perfect for cooling down on a warm day or complementing spicy meals.
Agua de Horchata
A refreshing and creamy Mexican beverage made from soaked rice, almonds, and cinnamon. It's a delightful, sweet drink perfect for any occasion, especially when served chilled over ice.
Agua de Jamaica (Hibiscus Iced Tea)
A vibrant and refreshing cold beverage made from dried hibiscus flowers, offering a beautiful ruby-red color and a delightful tangy flavor. Perfect for hot days.
Agua de Panela
A simple, traditional Colombian beverage made by dissolving panela (unrefined whole cane sugar) in water. It can be enjoyed hot as a comforting drink or chilled as a refreshing thirst-quencher.
Atole
A warm, comforting, and thick Mexican beverage made from masa harina, water, and infused with cinnamon and piloncillo. Often enjoyed as a breakfast drink or alongside tamales.
Avena Colombiana (Colombian Oatmeal Drink)
A creamy, comforting, and subtly sweet oatmeal drink, traditionally enjoyed as a refreshing street beverage. It's blended to a smooth consistency and infused with the warm aroma of cinnamon and vanilla.
Café con Leche (Venezuelan Style)
A comforting and energizing Venezuelan classic, Café con Leche is a simple yet satisfying coffee beverage made with strong brewed coffee and warm milk, sweetened to your preference. It's a staple for breakfast and a perfect pick-me-up any time of day.
Café con Panela
A traditional Colombian coffee sweetened with panela, offering a complex, rustic flavor profile.
Champurrado
A warm, comforting, and deeply traditional Mexican beverage, Champurrado is a thick, chocolate-infused masa drink. It's a delightful blend of sweet, spiced, and earthy flavors, perfect for chilly mornings or alongside savory dishes like tamales.
Champús
A traditional Colombian fermented corn and fruit drink, often enjoyed for its refreshing and slightly tangy flavor. This recipe combines the earthiness of corn with the tropical sweetness of pineapple and the unique citrusy notes of lulo.
Chicha de Maíz
Chicha de Maíz is a traditional, slightly alcoholic fermented corn beverage, originating from indigenous cultures in the Andes region. It's a refreshing and unique drink with a history spanning centuries.
Chicha Venezolana
A beloved Venezuelan beverage, Chicha is a creamy, sweet, and refreshing drink made from rice, milk, and infused with cinnamon and vanilla. Perfect for a warm day or as a dessert drink.
Limonada de Coco (Colombian Coconut Lemonade)
A lusciously creamy and incredibly refreshing coconut lemonade, a popular beverage from the Caribbean coast of Colombia. It perfectly balances tart lime with sweet, tropical coconut.
Lulada
Lulada is a tart, refreshing, and vibrant fruit drink, a specialty from the Valle del Cauca region of Colombia. It features the unique lulo fruit, known for its citrusy and tropical notes, blended with sugar and water, and served over ice for ultimate refreshment.
Merengada de Fresa (Venezuelan Strawberry Milkshake)
A classic Venezuelan strawberry milkshake, known for its thick, creamy, and refreshing texture. Perfect for a hot day or a sweet treat.