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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics

Diet

Healthy and Tangy Jamun Shots Recipe for Quick Freshness Boost

A quick sip of freshness packed with antioxidants, gut love, and tangy delight! Let’s make this summer cooler, one shot at a time.

Introduction

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Jamun, or Indian blackberry, is a cooling fruit that helps manage blood sugar, aids digestion, and quenches thirst naturally. Perfect for mid-day fatigue and post-meal refreshment. 

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Why Jamun for Summer?

- 1 cup deseeded jamun - ½ tsp black salt - 1 tsp lemon juice - ¼ tsp roasted cumin powder - ½ tsp honey (optional) - ½ cup chilled water or coconut water

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Ingredients You’ll Need

Wash jamun thoroughly, remove seeds and scoop the soft pulp into a mixing bowl. This step brings out the juicy, tangy flavour.

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Step 1: Prep the Jamun

Add lemon juice, black salt, roasted cumin, and water to the pulp. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust salt or honey as needed.

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Step 2: Blend the Goodness

Strain the mix to remove any tricky bits, refrigerate for 10–15 minutes or serve immediately with ice for a cooler punch.

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Step 3: Strain & Chill

Each shot is a blast of tang, perfect to beat summer exhaustion. The cumin and lemon balance the sweet-acidic jamun beautifully.

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Tangy, Zesty, and Refreshing

Boosts hydration, Supports blood sugar control, is rich in antioxidants and aids digestion. Making it a perfect pre-meal or after-lunch refresher.

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Health Benefits in Every Sip

Add mint for a fresh twist, or infuse with a pinch of rock sugar for a traditional touch. Jamun shots are also great as a welcome drink for summer brunches. 

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Pro Tip: Get Creative

In just 5 minutes, you’ve got a healthy, tangy, and hydrating summer shot. Go ahead and sip the season’s freshness.

Conclusion

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