Monsoon Mango Masala Cooler
A chilled Indian-inspired mango drink with a spicy twist, balancing sweet mango puree with tangy lime and warming chaat masala. This Indian recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together mango puree, fresh lime juice, simple syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz mango puree
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 1/4 tsp chaat masala
- 3 oz ginger beer
- as needed crushed ice
- 1 slice lime wheel
- 4 fresh mint leaves
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz mango puree, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz simple syrup, and 1/4 tsp chaat masala.
- Step 2: Fill the shaker with crushed ice to the top and shake vigorously for 12 seconds until well chilled.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a tall Collins glass filled with fresh crushed ice.
- Step 4: Top with 3 oz ginger beer and stir gently for 8 seconds to blend the flavors.
- Step 5: Garnish with a lime wheel placed on the rim and slap 4 fresh mint leaves between your hands to release aroma, then tuck them into the glass for an inviting finish.
