When Indian summer arrives in full swing, it barges in with heatwaves which we desperately try to counter with the best summer drinks. There is no match to the charm of enjoying refreshing drinks together with your family. Swagath serves refreshing summer drinks which are cultural staples passed down through generations, each with a purpose: to cool, to nourish, and to refresh.
While known for its seafood delicacies and rich curries, Swagath is also among the few family restaurants in Gurgaon that gives equal attention to traditional Indian beverages, both North and coastal.
Here’s your complete guide to the summer drinks we serve, how they’re made, and why you shouldn’t leave without trying one.
A meal in North India is incomplete without lassi. It’s thick, creamy, and unapologetically indulgent. It is undoubtedly one of the best summer drinks that easily quench your thirst and hunger at the same time. At Swagath, you get two versions: sweet and salted.
We whisk fresh curd until smooth, then combine it with chilled water. Depending on your choice, we add sugar or salt and spices and blend until frothy. Finally, we garnish it with mint or cardamom, and serve ice-cold.
Every sip is refreshing and heavy with tradition. Think of it as a hug from Punjab, straight from the clay pot to your glass.
If lassi is the hearty cousin, chaas is the breezy one. Light on the stomach, this spiced buttermilk is ideal after a rich meal.
Curd is diluted with water and whisked well. Ginger, green chilli, cumin, and black salt are mixed in. A quick tadka (tempering) of curry leaves in ghee is added on top before serving.
The first sip cools you down. The second makes you sigh in relief.
Tart, minty, and slightly sweet, Aam Panna is a summer favourite. It cools your system and keeps dehydration at bay.
Raw mangoes are boiled and the pulp scooped out. It’s blended with mint, jaggery, spices, and water until smooth. Served over ice.
It’s tangy, nostalgic, and every sip feels like a mini escape from the heat.
A speciality from the Konkan coast, sol kadi is equal parts drink and digestive.
Kokum is soaked in warm water, then strained to extract its deep pink juice. It’s mixed with coconut milk, crushed garlic and chilli, and a pinch of salt. Chilled before serving and garnished with coriander.
It’s spicy, tangy, creamy—and strangely addictive.
Simple yet powerful, jeera pani is all about balance—cooling, digestive, and instantly refreshing.
Everything is stirred together till the sugar dissolves. Served cold with or without ice.
It’s the Indian version of a detox drink—and one of the oldest remedies for summer fatigue.
This one never goes out of style. Sweet, salty, or both—you choose your version.
The lemon juice is freshly squeezed and shaken with sugar/salt. Soda is poured in just before serving, to keep the fizz alive.
It’s zesty, bubbly, and a crowd favourite for a reason.
Who says you can’t have your caffeine and dessert at once? Swagath’s cold coffee is smooth, sweet, and just indulgent enough.
Milk, coffee, and sugar are blended until frothy. For the ice cream version, the scoop goes in last as a soft, melty crown.
Perfect for those who like their beverages with a side of joy.
Flavour-packed and wholesome, milkshakes are a treat at any age. Swagath serves them thick, creamy, and just sweet enough.
All ingredients are blended until silky. Poured into tall glasses and garnished.
Perfect for kids, or anyone feeling nostalgic.
A light drink for a heavy meal, Swagath’s iced tea is subtle yet refreshing.
Tea is brewed strong, cooled, and shaken with lemon and sugar. Poured over ice and garnished with mint.
A slow sipper—perfect for warm afternoons.
If you’re looking for a quick fix, Swagath also stocks:
Served cold, these drinks are ideal when you just want to sip and relax.
Here’s how to pick your perfect summer sip:
Feeling too full after a hearty meal? Go for Jeera Pani or Chaas (Buttermilk). Jeera pani, with its roasted cumin and black salt, helps ease that post-meal heaviness. Chaas, on the other hand, soothes your system with curd, ginger, and curry leaves, cooling you down from the inside out.
Craving something sweet but not heavy? Treat yourself to a Sweet Lassi, Aam Panna, or a chilled Milkshake.
Need a mid-day boost or a caffeine kick? Nothing hits the spot like Cold Coffee, especially with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. It’s creamy, comforting, and wakes you up without a fuss.
In the mood for something coastal and unique? You simply must try Sol Kadi. With its blend of kokum, coconut milk, garlic, and herbs, sol kadi is unlike any drink you’ve had before. It’s tangy, slightly spicy, and deeply cooling. If you’re eating seafood or coastal cuisine at Swagath, this is the drink that ties the whole experience together.
Swagath’s drink menu doesn’t just complement the food—it reflects the thoughtfulness and range that defines the restaurant itself. Whether you’re enjoying rich curries, light South Indian meals, or a full seafood platter, there’s always a drink that matches the mood. That’s what makes Swagath more than a typical North Indian restaurant—it’s a culinary destination with something for every moment.
Summer in India can be unforgiving, but your drink doesn’t have to be boring. The next time you find yourself at Swagath in Ambience Mall, skip the usual sodas and soft drinks. Choose the best summer drinks at Swagath that cools you, revives you, and connects you to the flavours of India.
Come for the food. Stay for the drinks.
