Holi 2026 : this year Holi The festival of is coming very soon. Holi of colors will be celebrated on March 4, i.e. only two days are left. Holi means playing with colours, having fun with friends and relatives and eating and drinking a lot. Be it any festival, it is most enjoyed when delicious and special dishes are prepared. On Holi, people make Gujhiya, Mathri, Namakpare, Dahi Bade, Malpua and various types of sweets. But amidst all this, there is one thing which is considered to be the real life of Holi and that is Thandai. Without which the fun of Holi seems incomplete. All fatigue and heat goes away as soon as you drink a cold glass of thandai.
Readymade thandai, packet powder, bottled drinks are all available in the market, but to be honest, home made thandai has a different taste. That freshness, that fragrance and that health, everything is of a different level. Many people also add bhang to it for fun, but homemade thandai without bhang also tastes amazing. If you also love Thandai and want to make fresh Thandai at home this Holi, then let us know today the complete recipe of how to make Thandai step-by-step and I will also tell you what are the benefits of drinking it.
Before Holi, the market is filled with sweets, Gujhiya, Namakpare and packet thandai. But most of them contain too much sugar and also contain artificial colors and chemicals. In such a situation, they can upset the stomach, increase weight, increase fatigue and sometimes even cause allergies. Therefore, health experts and Ayurveda experts always advise to drink only traditional homemade thandai on Holi. It is not only very tasty, but also completely healthy and full of energy. No chemicals, artificial colors or excess sugar are added to home made thandai. Everything is made from natural ingredients, like nuts, seeds, spices and milk. A lot of dry fruits like almonds, cashews, pistachios and mango seeds are added to it. All these are rich in proteins, healthy fats and good nutrients. These give instant energy to the body, especially on the day of Holi when you keep playing colors, dancing and singing the whole day.
Ingredients required to make Thandai (for 4-5 glasses)
1. First of all, clean all the dry fruits and seeds thoroughly. Put almonds, cashews, pistachios, magaj seeds, poppy seeds, fennel, black pepper and cardamom in a large bowl.
2. Add enough water to all of them to submerge them, then keep them soaked for 2-3 hours or overnight. By soaking, they become soft and easier to grind.
3. After soaking, drain the water. Now put all these soaked things in the mixer jar. Add some water or milk and grind it finely. A smooth and soft paste should form. If it seems too thick then add some more water.
4. Now pour cold milk in a big jug or serving vessel.
5. Mix the ground paste in it well. Beat well so that everything gets mixed.
6. Now add sugar as per taste and mix well again. The sugar should dissolve completely.
7. Soak the saffron threads in some hot milk or water, then add the saffron milk to the thandai. This increases both color and fragrance.
8. Add rose leaves or rose water and mix. The taste and smell are enhanced.
9. Now add ice cubes in it so that the thandai becomes even more cold and refreshing.
10. Pour it into a glass and sprinkle chopped almonds, pistachios and cashews on top. You can also add some rose leaves, it will look very beautiful.
Your Holi special homemade thandai is ready. Drink it cold and enjoy Holi to the fullest. This Holi, prepare, drink and share happiness with your family and friends.
