http://usmasala.blogspot.com/2010/11/event-announcement-virtual-party.htmlEverybody knows a cool drink when they drink one - I mean cool as in awesome or refreshing - Panakam, supposedly Rama's thirst quencher during his years of exile is a popular summer drink. I am sure, as with all other foods and drinks, there are plenty of different ways to skin this cat. AS ALWAYS, I follow my tongue and the tastes buds that lie within to guide me with the recipe - While I did not deviate too far from the standard recipe for Panakam, I tried something new, especially because I intend to send it for a Virtual Party :-)
A special not on Panakam - Other than forever reserving its place in the annals of Hindu Mythology, this truly is the one drink that can take care of ALL your cravings at one go - sweet, sour, salt and spice -which the ginger takes care of - What a splendid drink - Thank you RAMA - You showed good taste in your beverage :-)
With dark brown sugar
with jaggery
Ingredients to make for 6 - 8 drinks depending of your requirement for sweetness)
6 cups of water or 8 if you like less sweet)
1 cup of Jaggery (or dark brown sugar)
1 table spoon of grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon of powdered cardamom
1 tablespoon of lime juice
1/2 teaspoon of salt
2 teaspoons of Agave Nectar (this is just to add a flavor - the drink will taste just as good, if you cannot find agave to use)
A sprig of mint to float on top
Pictures of ingredients
Preparation
In a blender blend all the ingredients. The drink will either be a yellowish drink or a darker brown drink depending on 3 variables - the color of the jaggery mine was yellow as you can see) or brown if it is dark jaggery or dark brown sugar like picture above
No umbrellas no fuss for this drink, but the taste is matchless - simply divine :-)
A special not on Panakam - Other than forever reserving its place in the annals of Hindu Mythology, this truly is the one drink that can take care of ALL your cravings at one go - sweet, sour, salt and spice -which the ginger takes care of - What a splendid drink - Thank you RAMA - You showed good taste in your beverage :-)
Ingredients to make for 6 - 8 drinks depending of your requirement for sweetness)
6 cups of water or 8 if you like less sweet)
1 cup of Jaggery (or dark brown sugar)
1 table spoon of grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon of powdered cardamom
1 tablespoon of lime juice
1/2 teaspoon of salt
2 teaspoons of Agave Nectar (this is just to add a flavor - the drink will taste just as good, if you cannot find agave to use)
A sprig of mint to float on top
Pictures of ingredients
Preparation
In a blender blend all the ingredients. The drink will either be a yellowish drink or a darker brown drink depending on 3 variables - the color of the jaggery mine was yellow as you can see) or brown if it is dark jaggery or dark brown sugar like picture above
Blend
pour in a clear container
Chill and serve with a sprig of lemon on top - If you want to get all cocktaily with it, glaze the rim of your glass with the salt rather than putting it in the blend and sip awayNo umbrellas no fuss for this drink, but the taste is matchless - simply divine :-)
wow ! looks awesome
ReplyDeletelovely...refreshing drink!!
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