A sweet and refreshing drink for a hot Goan summer
Vrutha Karmali
SUMMER DRINK
If you're feeling tired and drained from the hot summer in Goa, take a sip of this sweet and refreshing juice and shake off all the exhaustion.
Sugarcane Juice | Summer drinks | Goa summer | Hot weather | Photo: Vrutha Karmali
SWEETNESS OVERLOAD
Sweet sugarcane juice is very popular across the Indian subcontinent, and it's commonly found in Goa, too, especially during the summer season.
Sugarcane Juice | Summer drinks | Goa summer | Hot weather | Photo: Vrutha Karmali
ENERGY BOOST
Local vendors can be seen along the roadsides accompanied by juice-making machines, ready to serve this tasty, energising drink.
Sugarcane Juice | Summer drinks | Goa summer | Hot weather | Photo: Vrutha Karmali
PRESSED JUICE
The sugarcane is pressed and crushed in the machine, extracting fresh, delicious juice.
Sugarcane Juice | Summer drinks | Goa summer | Hot weather | Photo: Vrutha Karmali
PERFECT ADD-ONS
A dash of lemon juice and a bit of ginger are generally added to the juice, and serve as taste enhancers. You can also add a pinch of salt to your drink and customise it as you like.
Sugarcane Juice | Summer drinks | Goa summer | Hot weather | Photo: Vrutha Karmali
READY TO TASTE
The fresh juice is then strained and poured into a cup, ready for you to taste and enjoy.
Sugarcane Juice | Summer drinks | Goa summer | Hot weather | Photo: Vrutha Karmali
SIP AND SAVOUR
So, now you know what to do when the heat becomes unbearable - find a sugarcane juice vendor, and savour the sweetness of this cooling drink.
Sugarcane Juice | Summer drinks | Goa summer | Hot weather
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