Top 10 Persian Drink Recipes Non Alcoholic 2024

Iran has a rich food culture, and in addition to food, the local Persian drinks are also very delicious and diverse. Every part of the country, north, south, east, and west, has its drinks. If we want to mention all of them, we will have a long list.

Despite the variety of food in Iran, many people travel to the country to taste different flavors. In addition, the presence of authentic Iranian drinks used in different seasons of the year has attracted the attention of Iranian people and foreign tourists.

This issue is so important that pantries were created to serve all kinds of hot and cold drinks in the past.

Since many of Iran’s traditional drinks are prepared from herbal extracts, they have received attention. Some of these drinks having medicinal properties have a positive effect on people’s health.

We Iranians, especially the older generation, are a people who adhere to ancient traditions from very distant times until today according to the requirements of each season and according to our temperament, we prepare healthy drinks using vegetable seeds and some fruits, and we benefit from its benefits.

I will briefly introduce the top 10 Iranian drinks in the following table.

The healthiest Persian drink to supply body fluids in the hot seasons of the year is drinking water followed by dairy products natural juices and traditional syrups.

Of course, dairy drinks should be low in salt and without gas and home-made and traditional syrups should be low-sweet and drinks such as barberry juice without added sour acids.

Join us in this article as we introduce you to these 10 top non-alcoholic Persian drinks and their benefits on the Meals Cook site.

1. Khakshir

One of the most famous Persian drinks is khakshir. Khakshir has many fans with anti-heat properties all year round, especially in summer.

Khakshir is obtained from a plant of the same name with small yellow flowers. This plant is usually grown in deserts and mountain slopes.

Khakshir has many properties including helping to digest food and solving digestive problems, solving constipation, increasing the speed of wound healing, and solving heatstroke.

If you are reading this article in a hot summer you can make a delicious khakshir syrup for yourself in less than 2 minutes and enjoy its unique taste and properties.

To prepare this syrup it is enough to wash a little khakshir and mix it with sugar, rose water, and water.

Of course, in some regions, khakshir syrup is mixed with lemon juice, saffron, or chia seeds and eaten. To learn the types of traditional Iranian syrup, read the article on how to prepare khakshir syrup.

You can also combine khakshir syrup with saffron or rose water to double its taste and properties. This Persian drink is highly emphasized in traditional medicine.

Khakshir ingredients:

2. Saffron syrup

Saffron is one of the most expensive spices in the world, and the best is grown in Iran and the Khorasan region.

The price of saffron worldwide is very high, and it is considered a luxury product. However, this delicious spice is an integral part of Iranian households. One way to use saffron is to prepare a delicious saffron syrup.

One of the most important properties of saffron is its calming effect. In addition, saffron has many benefits, such as strengthening the body’s immune system, maintaining digestive health, and being invigorating.

To prepare this delicious syrup, you need to grind and brew some saffron, mix it with water, sugar, and rose water, and drink it.

This Persian drink which is one of the original Iranian drinks has a unique aroma and taste. Saffron syrup is used to reduce stress with its uplifting properties.

Saffron syrup ingredients:

Properties of saffron syrup:

Saffron has many therapeutic properties due to its essential vitamins such as vitamins A, C, E, and group B vitamins and minerals. Drinking this potion works wonders for stressed people.

In addition, it has anti-depressant properties, prevents anemia, strengthens bones, reduces abdominal bloating, and treats constipation, which are some of the features of this syrup.
There are various ways to prepare saffron syrup which are fully explained in the article on how to prepare saffron syrup.

3. Sekanjebin syrup

Sekanjabin syrup is another traditional Persian drink. Sekanjebin is prepared from a combination of vinegar and Angbin and is one of the most popular drinks in Iran. The combination of this syrup with cucumber is so popular that it can be seen on the menu of many cafes in the country.

Sekanjebin has various uses and healing properties. This Iranian drink is very useful for people who suffer from liver failure (if it is consumed with the advice of a doctor), and it eliminates heatstroke.

Many traditional healers consider drinking sekanjebin useful in the hot seasons of the year.
This syrup, which has a wonderful composition, has been used since ancient times.

The necessary ingredients for its preparation are water, vinegar, sugar or honey, and mint extract. Sometimes, this syrup is served with lettuce, a beautiful combination.

Sekanjebin syrup ingredients

Properties of sekanjebin syrup:

Sekanjebin syrup has a warm character and is used to quench thirst, regulate body temperature, and cleanse the liver and bile.

4. Bidmeshk syrup

At the end of winter and early spring, the bidmeshk tree begins to flower and lasts 15 days. A fragrant sweat is prepared from the flowers of these trees and shrubs, which have many properties in addition to their pleasing aroma.

A rich and tasty syrup is made from the juice obtained from the flowers of this tree.
The oil, made from a plant with the same name, has a unique and, at the same time, characteristic aroma.

The Persian drink made from this plant is an authentic Iranian drink with a delicious taste. This drink is considered one of Shiraz City’s traditional and popular drinks.

ingredients Bidmeshk syrup

Properties of bidmeshk syrup:

This syrup is used to strengthen the digestive system and increase appetite. According to the recommendations of traditional medicine, bidmeshk syrup can be effective in treating diarrhea.
If this syrup is prepared without artificial sweeteners, such as sugar, it is used to treat high blood sugar.

Among the other properties of bidmeshk are its properties of strengthening the heart, calming the nerves, relieving headaches, and cleaning the gallbladder.

5. Sharbate nana

Another authentic Persian drink is mint syrup, which has many healing properties. If you have digestive problems, this drink helps to strengthen the digestive system and solve its problems.

Mint syrup keeps your body hydrated and is the best choice to quench your thirst in summer. Mint is anti-flatulent and eliminates bad breath. We suggest drinking sharbate nana with food to help your food digest better.
This sherbet is served cold in the summer season. Water, lemon, and mint extract are used to prepare this syrup.

The properties of mint include improving the functioning of the digestive system, reducing skin inflammation, and treating anemia.

Drinking mint syrup is not recommended for those with high stomach acid, which is usually sour.

ingredients sharbate nana

6. Lemonade

This Persian drink’s main ingredients are very easy to prepare. Only a little water, fresh lime, and the desired sweetener are needed.

So quickly and whenever you feel thirsty, this delicious and simple drink can be a good option.

The central nature of this drink is precise, but each region and country adds different flavorings and spices to it according to their tastes.

Some add mint or fresh basil leaves to lemonade, some add a little salt and pepper, and some make this drink tasty with honey, sugar, or even maple tree sap.

The lemon used in this drink contains vitamin C, vitamin A, several group B vitamins, and many minerals. So, this drink is not only for quenching your thirst but also for providing many nutrients.

Fresh lemons are used to prepare lemonade, which is rich in vitamin C and useful minerals that help strengthen the body’s immune system.

Due to the many fans of this drink, many factories producing all kinds of drinks have dedicated production lines to making lemonade, but you can easily make this Persian drink at home.

ingredients lemonade

7. Persian doogh

Persian Doogh is one of the oldest and most authentic Persian drinks. Doogh is usually drunk with food or alone and tastes very pleasantly.

The name Doogh is connected with Iran’s name worldwide, and this drink has many fans worldwide.

Combining doogh with aromatic and medicinal herbs is beneficial and can multiply the properties of this drink.

If you intend to drink doogh you can add a little mint, oregano, or rosemary to it before consumption and enjoy its unique taste.

ingredients for Persian doogh

8. Gol gav zaban

The most famous relaxing Persian drink among Iranians is gol gav zaban herbal tea. This Iranian herbal tea, which has received special attention in traditional medicine, has a significant effect on reducing depression and anger.

To prepare this herbal tea, a little of this flower should be brewed alone or with lemon or bay leaf and eaten with sweets.

Among the properties of borage, we should mention cancer prevention, skin health, and cold treatment. Note that it is not recommended for pregnant women.

Properties of Gol gav zaban:

this herbal tea can guarantee people’s health by having antioxidants, flavonoids, vitamin C, B group vitamins, choline, magnesium, potassium, calcium, and iron.

It is very useful for preventing colds, flu, and similar diseases by strengthening the body’s immune system. This plant is also anti-cancer,anti-rheumatism, blood pressure control, and anti-osteoporosis.

9. Iranian tea

Iranian Tea is one of the main drinks in Iran and the world. Every Iranian eats at least one serving of tea almost every day of the year. The seed of this plant was imported from India for the first time and is cultivated in the northern regions of Iran.

Today, various types of Iranian, foreign, and flavored teas are available in Iranian markets, which consumers can buy according to their needs.

In the following, you can see how to prepare Iranian tea.

10. Sour cherry tea

Sour cherry tea is a delicious and useful natural herbal tea that is easily prepared with minimal ingredients. To make this tea, just pour some fresh or frozen sour cherries into a teapot with some boiling water and let it brew for 20 minutes.

Sour cherry tea contains both the properties of tea and those of sour cherry fruit, which is one of the fruits with high properties.

This tea has the same nutrients and vitamins as sour cherries, so it is suitable for serving at parties or gatherings.

Among the very important and practical properties of sour cherry tea are its ability to lower blood pressure, help digestion, relieve constipation, and purify the kidneys and liver.

Sour cherry tea reduces the risk of tumors and cancer due to the antioxidant content in both tea leaves and cherry fruit.

ingredients for Persian sour cherry

FAQ:

1. What are the properties of khakshir?

Khakshir has many properties, including helping to treat heatstroke, relieve constipation, and relieve kidney inflammation.

2. Is there a unique ban on using gol gav zaban?

Yes, pregnant women should not consume this drink.

3. Are there any alcoholic Persian drinks?

There is no alcohol in Iranian drinks.

4. Where can I find Persian drinks outside of Iran?

Persian drinks can be found in various Iranian restaurants and specialty stores. Some online retailers may also offer Persian drink ingredients or pre-made versions that can be shipped internationally.

5. What is sharbat?

Sharbat is a sweet and fruity syrup mixed with water to create a refreshing drink. Various flavors are available, including rose, sour cherry, pomegranate, and mint. It is a popular choice during Ramadan and other festive occasions.

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