The month of Ramadan is all about spirituality, bazaars and especially food and drink. Just like traditional recipes and food options, Ramadan also focuses on different drinks. From traditional drinks to fresh juices and more, we at Destination have prepared the ideal guide to all the drinks you need to try during the month of Ramadan.
Qammardin
The drink that could be eaten before it is made and is used by grandmothers as a candy for their grandkids. Qammardin is made out of sheets of dried apricot before it is soaked in water overnight to make a delicious juice.
Where you can get it:
Indulge in the rich flavors of Qammardin from Anastna, a local brand that offers a variety of desserts and drinks.
Karkadeh (Hibiscus)
Even though it is a drink that is currently trending in cafés, Karkadeh is usually enjoyed mostly during Ramadan. The drink when served cold helps with lowering blood pressure and has great benefits.
Where you can get it:
Karkadeh is a drink offered in various different cafe’s and one of the popular places that serve the drink, is Overdose Cafe. Take a look at the interesting and new twists they’ve added tot he traditional drink!
Sobia
Whether you prefer red or white sobia, Sobia is a Ramadan staple and a must on every table during iftar. Make sure to try out Sobia from the street vendors that can be found in almost every neighborhood street during this season.
Where you can get it:
Even though you can get the drink almost anywhere and at any vendor, a popular place in Jeddah, where you can get it is Sobia Bar in Al Balad.
Tamarind
Tamarind offers a unique and tangy taste. The juice is sour yet sweet at the same time and is a great juice with several health benefits. It helps with digestion and increases your metabolism to help ease your fast.
Where you can get it:
Also a well known traditional drink and can be found almost anywhere, a place in Jeddah is Sobia Clay located in Al Balad.
Fresh Juice Favs
During Ramadan, besides the traditional, many enjoy fresh juice, which come in perfect after a long day of fasting. Here are our top picks to try mastic smoker which gives the water a smoky mastic taste.
Zumo
Zumo offers various fresh and healthy juice blends made with fruits and greens. The shop also offers affordable prices and friendly customer service.
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Signature juices
Signature is a unique juice shop specializing in crafting bespoke juice mixtures from various delicious and exotic fruits they also serve matcha and acai bowls.
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The Shaker
The Shaker offers a variety of fresh and healthy juice blends along with sparkling and energy drinks.
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Juice Time Juice
Time specialize in creating unique blends that are healthy ranging from refreshing green juices to smoothies.
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