With temperatures slowly but surely creeping up every day, so is our need for liquid and hydration. Whether it be an extra gulp of water first thing in the morning, or an ice latte instead of the regular warm cappuccino after work, summers in Egypt demand rethinking our beverage preferences and quantities – and there’s certainly no lack of options. While water is still likely to be our first choice when grabbing a thirst quencher out of the fridge, many street stalls, cafés or bars around the country offer a tempting variety of alternatives: freshly squeezed or blended fruit juices, dairy-based drinks of various flavors, as well as a unique selection of beverages derived from local plants; some of which make a prominent appearance during Ramadan. Fruit Juices and Smoothies There is certainly no paucity in ‘asir (juice) options around Egypt, and flavors can be enjoyed simply on their own, blended with others or with added sugar for sweet tooth owners. Add some ice cubes so that vitamins and hydration can come in one. Classics in this category include laymoun bi-na’na (lemon and mint), bortoqan (orange), guava, mango, watermelon and…
Egyptian Summer Refreshments: Some Popular Beverages to Quench Your Thirst
June 20, 2019
