Ah, the arrival of mango season in India brings with it a wave of excitement and anticipation. From the sweet aroma of ripe mangoes to the tangy taste of freshly squeezed mango juice, it’s a time cherished by many. And when Chef Natasha Gandhi steps into the scene, she takes the joy of mango season to a whole new level with her innovative Frooti cocktail creation.
Raise Your Glass To The King Of Fruits
Imagine sipping on a refreshing cocktail that captures the essence of summer in every sip. Chef Natasha’s mango cocktail does just that. But what sets her cocktail apart is her homemade Frooti recipe. By using ripe, juicy mangoes and a blend of natural ingredients, she creates a Frooti that’s bursting with flavour and free from any artificial additives or preservatives.
As you take your first sip of this mango cocktail, you will transported to a tropical paradise, where the sun is shining, and the mangoes are ripe and abundant. It’s a taste of summer in a glass, crafted with love and passion by a culinary mastermind. So, why settle for just any mango drink when you can indulge in this cocktail?
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Dive Into The Tropical Delight Of Mango Frooti Cocktail
This recipe for Mango Frooti Cocktail is a delightful and refreshing drink that perfectly captures the essence of summer.
Ingredients:
Mango base:
- 7-8 ripe mangoes
- 3 raw mangoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup water
Cocktail:
- 750 ml vodka
- 2 and 1/2 liters tonic water
- Ice cubes
Garnish:
- Black salt
- Red chilli powder
- Slices of raw mango
Method:
- Wash and soak 7-8 ripe mangoes for 2-3 hours. After soaking, take out the pulp from these mangoes and also add 3 chopped raw mangoes to the pulp. Grind it to form a smooth puree.
- Heat a pan and pour the mango puree into it. Add 1/2 cup of sugar and stir continuously until the mixture becomes translucent.
- Once done, add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to balance the sweetness. Strain the mixture through a strainer to remove any fibrous bits, and then transfer it into a jar. Add 1 cup of water to the jar and mix well to create the Frooti base.
- In a large jar, pour a generous amount of ice cubes to chill the cocktail. Next, pour in 750 ml of vodka to give the cocktail a kick of alcohol. Add the prepared mango base mixture to the jar and stir well to combine the flavours. Finally, add 2 and 1/2 litres of tonic water to the jar and stir again to mix everything together.
- For an added touch of flavour and presentation, you can make a rim of black salt and red chilli powder on the glass before pouring in the cocktail. Garnish each glass with a slice of raw mango to add a pop of colour and freshness.
- Serve the Mango Frooti Cocktail chilled.
This Mango Frooti Cocktail is sure to be a hit at any summer gathering or party!
Cover Image Courtesy: Natasha Gandhi/Instagram and Canva
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