Vanakkam Spiced Tamarind Cooler

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A tangy, spiced tamarind cooler with a touch of Indian-inspired warmth and fresh lime brightness. This Indian recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together tamarind paste, fresh lime juice, ginger 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 120 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a mixing glass, combine 1 oz tamarind paste, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 3/4 oz ginger syrup, and a pinch of black salt.
  2. Step 2: Stir gently for 20 seconds to mix and dissolve the paste.
  3. Step 3: Fill a tall glass with 1 cup crushed ice and pour the tamarind mixture over it.
  4. Step 4: Top with 3 oz club soda and stir lightly with a bar spoon for 10 seconds.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with a fresh mint sprig placed on top and a thin lime wheel on the rim.

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