Summer is here and it's time to keep tabs on nutrition as well as our hydration intake. During this season, our body tends to lose water, salt, and other vital minerals rapidly due to sweating. Yes, water is important to quench thirst and balance our system but there is so much more that you can enjoy in the hot weather. Yes, we are talking about coolers! Summer coolers are a great way to incorporate more water into our systems. And the best part is that you don't need any over-the-top ingredients to do that! You must have heard of floral teas. No, we are not asking you to drink tea in this season, but what if we tell you there is another way to enjoy flowery goodness in a chilled way?
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Chef Sneha Singhi Upadhyay shared a delicious recipe for a summer cooler made with beautiful bougainvillaea flowers! You read that right! Intrigued?
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How To Make Bougainvillea Cooler At Home
Chef Sneha Singhi Upadhaya shared a video on her Instagram handle sharing the recipe for Bougainvillea Cooler to enjoy in the summer. The video starts with Chef Singhi foraging some bougainvillaea flowers from her garden. Then she takes a pot and adds a handful of bougainvillaea flowers along with mint leaves, lemongrass stalk, ginger, and water, and brings the ingredients to a boil. Once the flowers release their beautiful pink colour in the water, Chef Sneha switches off the flame.
In a glass, the chef takes a couple of ice cubes and strains the bougainvillaea water in it. Then she adds a tablespoon of honey, and it's done!
Several users expressed their excitement and thoughts in the comments section.
One user wrote, “Wow, I didn't know they're edible. Going to try this for sure.”
Another user wrote, “What!!! Mind blown!”
A third user commented, “My fav flower and love the pink hue. going to try this as a cooler and experiment with the flavours.”
Summer Coolers To Try This Weekend
If this bougainvillaea cooler recipe left you asking for more recipes, then fret not! Beat the summer heat with these 5 easy-to-make summer coolers that will be loved by kids and adults alike.
1. Strawberry Dawn
Light and easy, Strawberry Dawn is perfect for your summer afternoons when you need to hydrate yourself but not just with water. It is made with strawberry crush, pineapple, and lime juice along with soda and lemon spritzer. Find the full recipe here.
2. Citrus & Spice
For those hot weekend evenings, enjoy this refreshing summer cooler packed with a variety of flavours. It is made with elderflower syrup, apple juice, lime juice and sparkling water. Topped with kaffir lime leaves, Citrus & Spice is the perfect fuel for your body. Find the full recipe here.
3. Sattu Cooler
Popular across the country, the Sattu cooler is known for its cooling properties. This drink is easy to make and so refreshing, that it is perfect for kids and adults alike. All you need is sattu powder, sugar, lemon juice, water, ice cubes, and cumin powder. Find the full recipe here.
4. Nimbu Soda
Lemon screams summer and what better way to beat the heat than having a tall glass of Nimbu soda? This sweet and spicy drink is made with lemon, sugar, salt and soda. You can add other ingredients of your choice to elevate its taste too. Find the full recipe here.
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