Mohabbat Ka Sharbat
on Mar 29, 2023, Updated Oct 06, 2023
Mohabbat ka Sharbat is a refreshing Old Delhi-style summer drink. Its flavors come from watermelon and rose syrup. Here is how to make it.
Here are some more summer drinks: Thandai, Badam Sharbat, and Aam Panna.
About Mohabbat Ka Sharbat
Mohabbat ka Sharbat is a popular summer drink sold at Old Delhi shops. It translates to ‘Love Drink’. I had it for the first time when we went to Karims for lunch. It was Ramadan, and many street stalls sold this lovely pink drink. It looked so tempting that I couldn’t keep myself from trying it, although I refrain from drinking non-packaged liquid whenever I get out to eat.
This Mohabbat wala sharbat is a delicious and refreshing combination of fresh watermelon, rose syrup, milk, sugar, ice cubes, and rose petals.
This drink became popular from a street shop (thela) opposite Jama Masjid, run by Nawab Qureshi. He named it Pyaar Mohabbat Wala Sharbat. Soon, its popularity grew, and many street vendors sold it during the summer.
This drink is perfect for sipping on hot summer days. It is also popularly served during Ramadan and Eid. You can also serve it as a dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Milk – I like to use whole milk (full-fat milk) to make this drink as it makes it rich and creamy. You can choose to use low-fat or skim milk, too.
To make the drink vegan, use plant-based milk like coconut milk, cashew milk, or almond milk.
Sugar – Use granulated white sugar to sweeten the drink. You can replace sugar with honey or maple syrup.
Adjust the sugar as per your taste.
Rose Syrup – I used Rooh Af Za, but you can use any brand.
Watermelon Juice – For the best taste, Use fresh watermelon juice. Check out my post on how to make watermelon juice.
Watermelon – You will also need cubed watermelon. Try to use seedless watermelon. If your watermelon has seeds, then remove them all.
Others – You will also need chilled water, ice cubes, and fresh rose petals.
How To Make Mohabbat Ka Sharbat
Add the following ingredients to a large mixing bowl or pitcher.
- 2 cups of chilled whole milk
- ¼ cup of granulated white sugar
- 3 tablespoon rose syrup
Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the following ingredients and stir well.
- 1 cup of fresh watermelon juice
- 1 cup of finely cubed watermelon (¼-inch cubes)
- 1 cup of chilled water
Now add 20-25 ice cubes and garnish with 10-15 fresh rose petals.
Pour the sharbat into serving glasses and serve chilled.
Pro Tips By Neha
According to Ayurveda, mixing fruits with milk is not a good idea. However, my family and thousands of other people have been drinking beverages made by combining milk and fruits and are okay with it. If you have a sensitive stomach and you are not comfortable with combining watermelon with milk, please refrain from drinking this sharbat.
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Mohabbat Ka Sharbat Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups chilled whole milk (full-fat milk)
- ¼ cup granulated white sugar
- 3 tablespoons rose syrup (I used rooh af za)
- 1 cup fresh watermelon juice
- 1 cup finely cubed watermelon (¼-inch cubes)
- 1 cup chilled water
- 20-25 ice cubes
- 10-15 fresh rose petals
Instructions
- Add milk, sugar, and rose syrup to a large mixing bowl or a pitcher and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add watermelon juice, cubed watermelon, and chilled water and stir well.
- Now add ice cubes and garnish with rose petals.
- Pour the sharbat into serving glasses and serve chilled.
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