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19/02/2026
Ramadan without Rooh Afza might feel like summer without its vibrant flowers, but there is more to drinks than the ruby red concentrated syrup. So if you are planning Ramadan drinks for summer, as the tendrils of heat make their way towards you, you are in for a treat! Turns out the country has a pantry full of local fruits from kokum, khus, to bel that are absolutely refreshing and can even trump the beloved Rooh Afza.
Summer is just about here, and the days are already longer and hotter in many places. And most people are planning Ramadan drinks for summer, starting with the usual suspects of falooda and rose milk that use a certain ruby red syrup, to more intriguing options like the root herb of nannari, known for its cooling properties, badam milk and more. These traditional beverages are more than festive favourites as they help replenish fluids, restore energy levels after fasting, and keep the body cool and refreshed during long, warm Ramadan evenings.
Particularly popular along the western belt of India, especially in Goa and Maharashtra, kokum sherbet is a deep purplish drink that almost looks like a magical, pungent potion. The drink is cooling and made from the fruit of the kokum tree, which gives it its trademark shade and a tangy‑sweet flavour. It feels especially refreshing in summer, after a long day in the heat. Kokum’s natural juices are mixed with water and sweeteners to create this sherbet, which also aids digestion and hydration.
You must add this thick drink to your repertoire of Ramadan drinks for summer! The underrated wood apple (bel) finds its perfect expression through bel sherbet. The refreshing drink is made from the pulp of the wood apple fruit, mixed with water and sugar to make a sweet, aromatic beverage. It’s known in many parts of India for its cooling and digestive qualities and is often served with crushed ice on hot days. For those observing Ramadan, bel sherbet will help rehydrate and also soothe the stomach after fasting.
Rose is tied to Islamic traditions and believed to be the flower of heaven. If you really love your Rooh Afza, then you must try this drink, which includes milk or chilled water flavoured with rose syrup. It is often associated with classic concentrated syrups like Rooh Afza, which are deeply connected with Ramadan culture in South Asia and many regions across India. During iftar, rose sherbet or rose milk is popular because its floral aroma and sweetness help replenish fluids and provide a pleasant, cooling treat after sunset.
Nannari is an aromatic root herb known for its cooling properties, and thus putting it into sherbet is a good choice, especially when brewing Ramadan drinks for summer.
The drink is quite simple and aromatic, made with the root extract and mixed with sugar and water. It’s especially popular in South India as a summer cooler. Its gentle, earthy sweetness makes it a traditional choice at iftar as the drink is super hydrating, helps with bloating and acidity, and acts as a blood purifier.
If extravagance is on your mind, falooda should be a part of your drinks for Ramadan. This rich, layered dessert drink becomes an iftar favourite because it combines refreshment with nourishment. Traditionally made with chilled milk, rose syrup, soaked basil seeds (sabja), soft vermicelli and often topped with a scoop of ice cream, it offers cooling hydration and quick energy as you break your fast.
Made from the extract of vetiver (khus) roots, water and sugar, this drink is prized for its refreshing and aromatic properties. Vetiver is known to have a cooling effect, which helps regulate body heat and makes it suitable for hot days. This is why you should include it in your list of Ramadan drinks for summer. It’s perfect for iftar, when fast observers need rehydration after long hours without water. Served chilled with ice, khus sherbet is appreciated for its earthy fragrance and soothing properties, making it the perfect choice to begin breaking the fast before moving on to heavier foods and drinks
Badam milk (also known as badam doodh) is an almond-infused milk drink made by blending soaked almonds with dairy milk (can be swapped with plant milk too), sweetener and spices like cardamom or saffron. In the context of Ramadan, it serves as a nourishing iftar or suhoor drink, providing both hydration and good energy because almonds supply protein, healthy fats and micronutrients. The beverage is rich and creamy and can be served hot or chilled. Badam milk helps replenish fluids after fasting and can gently restore blood sugar levels without the heaviness of fried foods.
Ramadan in the summer calls for drinks that do more than taste good. They should hydrate deeply, revive you, and cool the body after long hours of fasting. From the extravagance of falooda to scented rose milk, cooling nannari to nourishing badam milk, these traditional favourites ooze comfort and provide much-needed energy and hydration. They carry memory, culture and care in every glass and are perfect for celebrations.
