Holi is a celebration of togetherness, happiness, and colours. Without mouth watering food, no celebration is complete.
Thandai for Holi is among the most popular beverages. This aromatic and reviving drink loaded with nuts, spices, and saffron is perfect for Holi.
If you are throwing a Holi celebration or just want to enjoy a classic festive drink. Here’s how you create fresh and authentic Thandai for Holi at home.
Why is Thandai for Holi Special?
Thandai is an essential part of Holi celebrations, not only a drink. It enhances the festive mood, cools the body, and offers quick energy.
Made with almonds, fennel seeds, rose petals, and milk, this great drink is flavourful and nourishing. Thandai has been enjoyed for generations. Thus a celebration like Holi feels incomplete without it.
Ingredients Needed To Make Fresh Thandai For Holi
High quality ingredients are necessary to make the ideal Thandai. Using just dairy products improves taste and texture. Here is everything you will need:
For the paste of Thandai:
- 20-25 Almonds will give smoothness and richness.
- 10 Cashews would provide a smooth texture.
- 10 Pistachios will improve taste.
- 2 Tablespoons of poppy seeds give a nutty taste.
- 2 Tablespoons of fennel seeds enhance a cool aftertaste.
- Cardamom (4-5 pods) adds scent.
- 6-8 Black peppercorns add a subdued spiciness.
- 2 Tablespoons of rose petals will release a lovely scent.
- Water (for soaking ingredients)
For Thandai Drink:
- 1 Liter of full cream milk – improves the richness.
- Saffron Strands, a pinch, lends a festive hue.
- Sugar (4-5 tablespoons, or as per taste) – sweetens the drink.
- Rose water (1 tablespoon optional) – gives another floral note.
- For garnish, chopped nuts and saffron
- Ice cubes, optional – for a cold drink.
Step-by-Step Recipe for Refreshing Thandai
Step 1: Soak the Ingredients
Take almonds, cashews, pistachios, poppy seeds, fennel seeds, cardamom, black peppercorns, and rose petals. Soak them overnight or 4–5 hours in water.
This enhances the tastes and softens the nuts.
Step 2: Blend into a Paste
After draining the soaking ingredients, blend them into a smooth paste. If you want a fine consistency, add a little water.
This paste forms the base of your Thandai.
Step 3: Boil the Milk
In a pan, heat full-cream milk. Bring it to a gentle boil, lower the heat. Stir often to prevent burning. Fresh dairy milk guarantees a smoothness.
Step 4: Mix the Paste and Sugar
Add the ready paste to the milk and stir carefully. Simmer it for 5-7 minutes to let the tastes blend. Add sugar and stir till it totally melts.
Step 5: Add Saffron and Rose Water
Add some crushed saffron strands to the mix. If you love floral notes, add a teaspoon of rose water. Stir carefully; then let the Thandai cool.
Step 6: Strain and Chill
Strain the Thandai to remove any coarse particles. For a cool taste, refrigerate it for a minimum of 2 hours.
Step 7: Serve and Enjoy
Transfer cold Thandai into glasses. Garnish with saffron threads and chopped nuts. Serve fresh and savour Holi’s real taste!
Why Use Fresh Dairy for Thandai?
Made with premium dairy, thandai tastes best. For 50 years, Vijay Dairy has been supplying fresh, pure dairy products.
Our full-cream milk brings traditional recipes like Thandai more richness. When you use premium dairy ingredients, the taste and texture of your festive drinks improve significantly.
Health Benefits of Thandai
Thandai for Holi is not only delicious but also provides various health advantages:
- Cooling effect- Fennel seeds and poppy seeds assist to control body temperature.
- Rich in protein- Nuts and milk include essential proteins.
- Good for digestion- fennel seeds and cardamom help in digestion.
- Boosts energy- Almonds and cashews provide you quick energy.
- Boosts immunity- Saffron and black pepper have antioxidant effects.
Celebrate Holi with Authentic Thandai
This Holi, have a glass of fresh, handmade Thandai to enhance your celebrations. Visit Vijay Dairy to enjoy our unique Thandai, created with the best dairy products, with its rich, real taste.
We make it fresh, present it chilled and provide the ideal festive delight to you. Get your loved ones together and celebrate Holi with colours, happiness, and the tastiest Thandai created using just pure dairy goodness!
Experience the real taste of Holi at Vijay Dairy, serving purity and tradition for 50 years. Come, sip, and celebrate with us!