A refreshing, Ayurvedic Gulkand Thandai made with cooling rose gulkand, soaked nuts, and gentle spices. Naturally sweet, deeply hydrating, and perfect for balancing summer heat while nourishing the body.
Read time : 3 min
Summer builds heat in the body. Digestion feels sharp, skin feels reactive, and thirst increases. Gulkand has been traditionally used to gently cool the system, support digestion, and calm excess heat.
This Holi Gulkand Thandai is a nourishing way to enjoy that balance in a glass.
Ingredients
▪️2 tbsp Amrutam Gulkand
▪️2 cups chilled milk (or almond milk for vegan option)
▪️10 almonds (soaked & peeled)
▪️8-10 pistachios
▪️1 tbsp melon seeds (magaz)
▪️1 tsp poppy seeds (khus khus)
▪️4-5 cashews
▪️3-4 green cardamom
▪️5-6 black peppercorns
▪️½ tsp fennel seeds (saunf)
▪️1-2 tsp dates paste or honey (optional sweetener)
▪️Few saffron strands (optional)
Step-by-Step Method (with images)
1️. Soak Nuts & Seeds
Soak almonds, pistachios, cashews, poppy seeds, and melon seeds in warm water for 30 - 60 minutes.
2️. Make Thandai Paste
Blend soaked ingredients with:
▪️cardamom
▪️fennel seeds
▪️black pepper
▪️little milk
Grind into a smooth creamy paste. You can store this in an airtight container in the fridge and use it.
3️. Mix the Thandai
In a blender add:
▪️Milk
▪️2 tbsp Amrutam gulkand
▪️Prepared thandai paste
▪️Sweetener (if needed, as Gulkand is already sweet)
Blend well.
4️. Chill & Serve
Refrigerate for 30 minutes or add ice. Garnish with crushed nuts & saffron.
Ayurvedic Benefits
▪️Cools the body naturally
Gulkand and fennel help release excess internal heat, making this drink ideal for summer.
▪️ Supports smooth digestion
Gulkand soothes the gut, while cardamom and black pepper improve digestion without heaviness.
▪️ Nourishes without overheating
Soaked almonds, pistachios, and melon seeds provide strength, balanced by Gulkand’s cooling nature.
▪️ Supports skin clarity & glow
Rose-based Gulkand and nuts help reduce heat-related breakouts from within.
▪️ Calms the mind & refreshes energy
Aromatic spices with Gulkand help reduce restlessness and summer fatigue.
▪️ Naturally sweet & balanced
Gulkand adds gentle sweetness, reducing the need for refined sugar.
Pro Tips
▪️Use A2 milk or almond milk for easier digestion.
▪️Add chia seeds for fiber boost.
▪️Drink in afternoon - best cooling effect.
