Summer in India hits hard. You step outside for ten minutes and feel like you’ve walked through a tandoor. That’s exactly when you want something cold and refreshing that actually helps. Might we suggest the best summer drinks to try at Swagath this season?
As one of the best fine-dining restaurants in India, we help you cool off this summer with the best drink recommendations, a diverse menu, and a calm ambience.
If you’re planning a visit and want to know what to order, read on.
Our restaurant summer drinks menu draws inspiration from Indian culinary traditions that have been dealing with brutal summers for centuries. We serve refreshing, flavourful, and time-tested summer drinks that become the trend rather than chasing them.
The result is a collection of the best summer drinks at Swagath that actually complement the food, balance the spice, and cool you down properly.
One of the best Indian drinks that understands Indian summer heat is aam panna. This traditional cooling drink is made with raw mango, cumin, and black salt. Our recipe is tangy, earthy, and mildly sweet, with that distinctive sour kick that wakes you right up. It is a delicious drink, famously known to prevent heat strokes and improve digestion.
Best paired with: Hara Bhara Kebab, Veg Seekh Kebab, or any of our tandoor starters before a meal.
If you’ve spent any time on India’s west coast, you must have tried or known about Sol Kadi. If you haven’t, Swagath is the best place in North India to start.
Sol Kadi is made with kokum and coconut milk. It has a naturally beautiful pink-purple colour, a sharp, tangy flavour, and a smooth, creamy finish that feels almost medicinal in the best way. It cools the stomach from the inside out, which makes it perfect to be taken with spicy coastal food.
Sol Kadi is a precious addition to our restaurant summer drinks menu and one of the most distinctive options we offer. Some people are surprised when they try it for the first time, but they like it so much that they come back for more.
You should have Sol Kadi with Mangalorean Tawa Fry or Koliwada or Gassi, or any of our coastal seafood dishes.
Jeera Pani is the sleeper hit of any Indian summer drink list. We make it with cumin water mixed with black salt, mint, and a dash of lemon. The sharp flavour is balanced and far more satisfying than you’d expect from something so simple.
It’s also one of the best summer drinks at Swagath for those who don’t want anything heavy or sweet. Frankly, it is also one of the most underappreciated signature drinks at Swagath.
Best paired with: Open with it as a palate cleanser, or order it alongside anything spicy from our starters menu.
There’s a reason Lassi has been India’s go-to summer drink for generations. Nothing else comes close when it comes to cooling down in a hot summer and settling the stomach at the same time. Our Lassi comes sweet or salted, as per your liking, and both versions are deeply satisfying.
Best paired with butter chicken, Dal-e-Swagath, biryani, or any heavy North Indian main course choices on our menu.
People don’t give buttermilk enough credit. It’s the quiet star of our restaurant summer drinks menu. It’s lightly spiced with cumin and coriander, thin enough to feel really refreshing, and it cools you down naturally.
It is a probiotics-packed drink that works a miracle in acidity. It is lighter, gentler on the stomach, and does a brilliant job of cutting through spicy food without overpowering it.
Best paired with: Andhra curries, biryani, or anything with a bold, spicy profile.
Probably a staple summer drink that almost every table orders. Fresh lime soda is a fizzy delight that fills you up with the refreshing aftertaste of lemon. We serve it sweet, salted, or mixed as per your order.
The lime keeps it fresh, the carbonation balances the heat, and it goes well with practically every dish on our menu. This beverage is more commonly seen on our tables than water.
Best paired with: Chinese starters, North Indian kebabs, or as a between-courses refresher.
For tea lovers, we have special iced tea, chilled and flavoured. It’s one of those signature drinks at Swagath that is ideal for those looking for a healthier and low-calorie alternative to sugary beverages. Go for green iced tea for herbal options.
Best paired with: Lighter mains, salads, or as a gentle wind-down at the end of a meal.
No matter what the weather is like, some guests won’t switch to a cold glass of juice. We get it. For them, we offer cold coffee plain or with ice cream. The ice cream version is thick, rich, and cold enough to be a treat on its own.
It’s one of the more indulgent signature drinks at Swagath and a favourite among guests who want something that crosses the line between drink and dessert.
Best paired with: Gulab Jamun, Sizzling Brownie, or on its own as a post-meal indulgence.
The favourite drink among all generations. Our fun and delicious milkshake is thick, creamy, and unapologetically indulgent. It’s the drink you order when you want to add something fun to the meal. It is a lovely way to end a summer afternoon at the table.
Best paired with: fries, tikka, or any spicy dish from our menu.
Want to know what goes into these beverages? Learn more how we prepare our summer specials at Swagath.
Honestly, any time works. But if you’re looking for the most relaxed experience, a weekend lunch or a weekday evening tends to be the sweet spot. Our dining spaces are well air-conditioned, spacious, and comfortable, so you can take your time, work through the menu, and enjoy your meal.
Summer is also a great season to bring the whole family. We are all set up for your family meals, birthday party, a casual get-together, or just a “let’s eat something good today” kind of afternoon. Let us take care of your plans with the right spread and ambience.
We have locations across North India, where you can visit for a fine dining experience. Visit our locations to find the outlet nearest to you.
Come in this summer and let us take care of the heat. There’s always a table waiting for you at Swagath Restaurant.
Have a favourite summer drink from our menu? We’d love to hear about it. See you at Swagath!
