Cool Off with a Late-Summer Nimba Pani

Although it may be September, it doesn’t mean it’s still hot outside. It’s best to sit poolside with something cool to drink to beat the heat. You may not have the luxury of a pool, but I will do my best to help you make a refreshing late-summer drink that is more interesting than the usual lemonade. A refreshing sip of nimbu panni will transport your mind to the poolside cabana.

Nimbu panis can be customized in many ways.

You will need approximately a quarter cup of citrus juice to make your own. You will need about a quarter cup of citrus juice. Add a teaspoon of sugar to the mixture and stir until it dissolves. You can decide if you want to add muddled herbs or their smell. Muddled herbs are a favorite. Add the spices to a glass and add half a teaspoon of sugar. Stir the mixture to extract the oils. I wouldn’t say I like a lot of particles in my drinks, so I bruise mint and basil by stacking two to three leaves and twisting, rolling, or rolling them vigorously without breaking them. Place the beaten herbs in a glass. Add ice to the glass. Add the sweetened citrus juice to the ice. You can fill the glass with as cold water as you like or use seltzer water if you prefer to fizz.

You can spice up your nimbu panni by adding some spices. Add a pinch of sea salt when you are adding the sugar to the mixture. Use volcanic sea salt if you have it. The subtle essence of sulfur from volcanic sodium adds a layer of interest and balances the sweetness of the fruit.

You can take it up a notch by adding a pinch of cumin or Microplane 1/4 teaspoon of fresh ginger root to the mixture. These ingredients will reduce the sweetness of your beverage without making it bland. A little less than a teaspoon of cumin will give the drink an earthy flavor that helps to reduce the sweetness. The ginger provides the glass with a little bit of bite.

Lemon Nimbu Pani with Thyme

Add the first five ingredients to a measuring cup and mix well. You can also use your stirring tool to mash the thyme slightly.

Mix the mixture in a rocks glass half-full with ice. Strain the mixture into a cup. Add soda water to the cup and garnish with thyme leaves. Use it in the coldest part of your home.

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