This year Janmashtami falls on 30 August, 2021 and Hindus around the country are waiting for this auspicious day with much enthusiasm. On this holy day, many devotees show their excitement by holding a day-long fast. For the whole day, they don’t eat a single grain but are allowed to savour non-cereal foods like milk, fruits, dry fruits, sweets, drinks, sabudana-based dishes or other dishes which don’t include cereal. There are some devotees who choose to observe a 'Nirjala' vrat. In this type of fast they refrain themselves from even taking a sip of water along with any grain of food, for the entire day. They break their fast by offering 'bhog' and eat only at midnight after Krishna Abhishekam. It is a very difficult kind of fast, thus many opt for a 'Phalahar' fast, in which you can consume, milk, water, fruits and sattvik items. Hydration is important in this kind of fast, it helps keep you energised and fortify you with vital nutrients. If you want to avoid the risk of fatigue and break the monotony, then make yourself this fruit tea punch. The beverage is brimming with nutritious elements like orange juice, lemon juice, and ginger. They will provide you with sufficient energy throughout the day. Here’s the recipe for potent fruit tea punch.
Ingredients:
- 2 tea bags green tea
- 2 cups warm water
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1½ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp ginger, grated
- A few crushed ice
Preparations:
1. Prepare the tea using the tea bags as per the instructions provided by the product. Generally, the tea bag is steeped into warm water.
2. Let the tea bag sit in the water for 3-4 minutes or until the colour comes. Then add honey, lemon juice and orange juice. Mix the tea concoction well.
3. After that add grated ginger and ice, and stir the mixture well.
Your Fruit Tea Punch is ready.
