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8 Worst Rated Indian Beverages

Last update: Sat Apr 19 2025
8 Worst Rated Indian Beverages
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Dairy Beverage

UTTAR PRADESH, India and  one more region
2.9
Bhang lassi
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WARNING: It should be noted that bhang lassi is a potent beverage and that there are several claims that its consumption can lead to psychosis and hallucinations, or cause psychosis-like symptoms. It is highly recommended to purchase it only from licensed shops. Bhang lassi is a variety that is laced with cannabis.


It is a traditional drink prepared by crushing cannabis plant into a paste (bhang) that is then combined with dahi and usually spices and nuts. Bhang lassi comes in many variations, and it became especially popular during the 1970s. It is traditionally associated with Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. 
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Jal jeera is a refreshing and thirst-quenching non-alcoholic drink that hails from India. The drink is quite versatile, but it usually includes a combination of herbs and spices such as cumin seeds, fresh coriander leaves, mint, salt, and pepper.


It can also have some dried mango powder, citrus zest, ginger, or tamarind pulp. The ingredients are usually made into a paste that is then combined with water. The drink is usually served with ice, and it can also include boondi (fried gram flour balls). 
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Dairy Beverage

RAJASTHAN, India and  one more region
3.3
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Thandai is a North Indian milk-based beverage that incorporates nuts, seeds, and various spices. The preparation starts with a thick paste that is usually made with a different combination of nuts and spices such as cashews, almonds, cardamom, peppercorns, poppy seeds, and fennel seeds.


The milk is combined with sugar and saffron, sometimes with the addition of rose water, before it is mixed with the nut and spice paste. The combination is then left to set before it is strained. Thandai should always be served well-chilled and typically comes garnished with slivered nuts and saffron threads. 
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Haldi doodh or turmeric milk is an Indian beverage that is especially popular during the cold winter months. The basic version is prepared by simply combining turmeric with heated milk, but it can be elevated with the addition of spices such as cardamom, black pepper, ginger, cloves, and allspice, along with ingredients such as honey and coconut oil.


Haldi doodh has numerous health benefits – it boosts immunity, detoxifies the liver, improves digestion, promotes weight loss, and helps to relieve muscle pain.

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Spirit

GOA, India
3.6
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This strong Indian spirit is made with second or third distillation of the cashew fruit. Although there are two types of feni—one distilled from cashew fruit and one from fermented toddy of the coconut palm—cashew variety is praised for its quality and has also been awarded Geographical Indication, which specifies that it can only be produced in Goa.


Cashew feni is a potent, fruity spirit that has a distinctive, subtly sweet aroma with hints of citrus and tropical fruit. Although it is traditionally enjoyed as a shot, to get used to its acquired taste it is best to incorporate it into lemon-based long drinks.

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Salted lassi is a savory lassi variety prepared with yogurt (dahi), salt, and typically roasted cumin powder (bhuna jeera). It commonly includes pepper and other spices, and it is sometimes diluted with water. The preparation consists of mixing the ingredients until the combination is well combined and frothy.


This lassi is one of India's most popular lassi varieties, and it is traditionally served in a clay cup called kulhar. The drink is especially popular as a refreshing and replenishing summer drink. It can be served over ice, and it sometimes comes topped with cumin or chopped mint leaves.

VARIATIONS OF Namkeen lassi
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Badam doodh is an almond-based beverage that hails from India. The drink is made with almond paste—consisting of ground almonds—which is combined with warm milk, sugar, and spices. Cardamom and saffron are often added as flavorings, but some varieties may also use rosewater.


Badam is mostly enjoyed on special occasions, such as religious ceremonies or weddings. It can be served warm or chilled and garnished with slivered almonds, rose petals, or saffron strands.

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Coffee

INDIA and  2 more regions
3.9
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Dalgona is a frothy whipped coffee that is served on top of milk. Although it became internationally known as a South Korean beverage, similar versions are common in other Asian countries. The basic version of this coffee is made with equal parts of instant coffee, sugar, and water.


The combination is then whipped until it achieves caramel-like color and foamy texture. It is then traditionally ladled on top of milk. In South Korea, the drink was introduced by an actor Jung Il-woo who first had it in Macau. The flavor and the appearance reminded him of a popular Korean street snack, named dalgona, which is made with melted sugar and baking soda. 

TasteAtlas food rankings are based on the ratings of the TasteAtlas audience, with a series of mechanisms that recognize real users and that ignore bot, nationalist or local patriotic ratings, and give additional value to the ratings of users that the system recognizes as knowledgeable. For the “8 Worst Rated Indian Beverages” list until April 19, 2025, 1,357 ratings were recorded, of which 1,015 were recognized by the system as legitimate. TasteAtlas Rankings should not be seen as the final global conclusion about food. Their purpose is to promote excellent local foods, instill pride in traditional dishes, and arouse curiosity about dishes you haven’t tried.

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