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, Aam Panna, Phalse Ka Sharbat, and Virgin Pineapple Mojito.
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About Mohabbat Ka Sharbat
Mohabbat ka Sharbat is a popular summer drink in Old Delhi shops. It translated to ‘Love Drink’. This drink is very popular during Ramzan and Eid.
It 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.
This recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free; you can easily make it vegan.
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.
- 17 fl oz (500 ml) 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.
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Mohabbat Ka Sharbat Recipe
Ingredients
- 18 ounces chilled whole milk (full-fat milk) (500 ml)
- 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.
Chy
I can’t wait to try it!
Sneh Rathi
I like this recipe