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Thandai Masala

  • Indian Spices

    Thandai Masala

    Thandai is an indian sweet, cold bevarage made from milk especialy in summertime. It’s very popular during the “Holi” festival of colors. Thandai can also contain Indian Canabis (Bhaang leaves), which is served to adults. The word “Thandai” is derived from the hindi word “Thandaa” meaning cold. All the ingridients used in thandai spice mix have a cooling, soothing effect on the body. Even the controversial and intoxicating Bhaang. The spice mix can also be a wet ground paste. That is how its done traditionaly. Given below is my recipe for Thandaai Spice mix, use it