Mango Mastani is one such drink. Pune ( a city in India) claims to be the creator of this drink and it does have a cult status there and now all around the world. There’s a chain of juice centers called Sujata Mastani in Pune where they serve this Mastani drink in more than ten flavors like Chocolate, Dry Fruits, Kesar Pista, Pineapple, Vanilla, Orange, Rose, etc. This place is worth checking out. Mango Mastani is one of their bestselling drinks for obvious reasons! I mean, just look at it, it’s gorgeous! Also, it is important to not think about the total calories in Mango Mastani because it is an indulgent royal drink and should be consumed on special occasions without having to worry about the calories! But if you are looking for a leaner version, then give this Sweet Mango Rose Lassi a try! Mastani was an Indian warrior from the Bundela Rajput clan. Now it is believed that she was an extremely beautiful and brave woman, skilled in arts, literature, and warfare. There are many fascinating legends associated with her. One such legend is, that Mastani was so beautiful, and her skin so delicate and fair, that when she would chew on a paan (stuffed betel leaf), the red juice from the pan could be seen going down her throat! I find this story very interesting! While no one really knows the main reason for this mango drink being named after her, my guess is that both she and this drink are beautiful to look at! If you love watching Bollywood movies then do check out this movie called Bajirao Mastani. You will get to know her a little more. Milk - Whole milk or full-fat milk is preferred as it’s more luscious and creamy. You can also use any non-dairy milk or creamer. Ice Cream - Vanilla flavor works the best in Mango Mastani but you can also use mango-flavored ice cream. You can use homemade or store-bought ice cream. Sugar is optional. In case the mango you are using is not sweet enough, add little sugar. Any kind of sugar is fine. Whipped cream and toppings - This is what gives this drink a fan following! Along with whipped cream, you can top it with whatever toppings you have at hand. You can go as indulgent or as lean as you want. Some common toppings for Mango Mastani are - almonds, pistachios, saffron, chopped mango, glazed cherries, jelly, sprinkles, and/or tutti frutti. I use this nut chopper to chop nuts. It works like a charm!
BTW, you can totally enjoy this mango juice without any toppings! It will taste great nevertheless! Toppings will make it more decadent and tempting. In India, since mangoes are in season during the summer, this drink is enjoyed mainly during this time of the year. However, if get mangoes all year through, then you can enjoy it any time. You can serve it at parties, family dinners, brunches, or on date nights. Kids will love it as much as adults. Mango Mastani is surely the drink of the season! Use mango ice cream for a more intense mango flavor. I, however, prefer vanilla because it helps balance the flavors. Feel free to customize the toppings as per your liking and availability but be generous with it.
