Sip, cheer, repeat: Best drinks to enjoy during IPL matches
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Picture this: The IPL 2025 season is in full swing and you're all set to cheer on your team through every thrilling boundary and wicket.
But hold on—what's a cricket match without the perfect drink to keep you refreshed?
Whether you're celebrating a winning run or cursing the last-minute overthrows, the right beverage is essential to keep you energized throughout the match.
Here are the best sips to keep you at the top of all the IPL action!
Recipe 1
Kolkata Knight Riders grapefruit coconut freeze
This delicious grapefruit coconut freeze is a refreshing mocktail that combines tangy grapefruit with cooling coconut water and a herbal hint of rosemary.
To prepare, make a rosemary syrup by combining water, jaggary, and some rosemary twigs.
Once cooled, add about a tablespoon of this syrup in a glass with coconut water and grapefruit syrup.
Stir well before adding ice and topping it up with sparkling water for an extra fizz.
Recipe 2
Sunrisers Hyderabad tropical daiquiri
The tropical daiquiri, a delightful mix of mango and strawberries, is another must-try mocktail to sip on during this IPL season.
To create this visually appealing drink, prepare two slushy mixes using blenders.
In one blender, combine strawberries and lime juice with ice.
In the second blender, combine chilled mango juice along with mango cubes and lime juice with ice for the second mix.
Serve by layering one part of each slushy in a tall glass.
Recipe 3
Mumbai Indians peru pyala
The peru pyala is a unique mocktail that combines guava juice, tabasco, lemon juice and ginger ale.
To prepare this drink, blend together guava juice, lime juice, ginger ale, and deseeded green chili along with half a teaspoon of Tabasco.
Once mixed, pour over ice with a sprinkle of salt for an extra kick.
Recipe 4
Punjab Kings watermelon splash
Watermelon juice is the epitome of hydration, which is why it makes the perfect summer game mocktail.
For this drink, cut watermelon into chunks and muddle some in a tall glass with mint and lime juice.
Add smaller chunks to the glass and top off with soda water and ice.
Optional honey can be added for sweetness, while mint leaves make an excellent garnish.
Recipe 5
Chennai Superkings aam panna
Aam panna is a traditional Indian mocktail that gets a smoky twist in this recipe, especially for IPL fans!
To prepare, roast raw mangoes over an open flame until the pulp softens and the skin is charred.
Once cooled, extract the pulp in a blender and add spices like black salt, mint, cumin powder, sugar and black pepper before blending thoroughly.
Serve by adding one or two tablespoons of this syrup to cold or sparkling water for a refreshing drink.
Recipe 6
Royal Challengers Bangalore strawberry-cucumber medley
The strawberry-cucumber medley is a mocktail that gives you a subtle taste with the sweetness of strawberries and coolness of cucumber.
To make this drink, muddle together strawberries and cucumber slices before mixing in honey and lemon soda.
Pour over ice for a refreshing summer sip, garnished with a slice of cucumber for an extra touch.