World Milk Day 2023: Refreshing Jigarthanda Drink To Cool Off

By Devi Poojari

This popular milk-based drink from the city of Madurai, literally translates to ‘cool drink’. Make this simple but delicious drink at home to have something different from the usual milkshakes and lassi.

INGREDIENTS

2 teaspoons almond pisin (katira gond) 2 cups water 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons condensed milk 2 teaspoons rose syrup 1 scoop vanilla ice cream

METHOD

Rinse the almond pisin and soak it overnight in water.

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Drain and set aside 1-2 tablespoons for further usage. Refrigerate the remaining, if necessary.

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Whisk the milk and condensed milk thoroughly and leave it to chill in the refrigerator.

METHOD

Add the almond pisin to a serving glass, followed by the rose syrup.

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Pour over the milk mixture and add a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Serve immediately.