Ingredients
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2 cups unsweetened almond milk (homemade or store-bought) unsweetened almond milk2 cups unsweetened almond milk (homemade or store-bought)
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2 tbsp raw almonds (soaked for 4 hours, peeled) raw almonds2 tbsp raw almonds (soaked for 4 hours, peeled)
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1 tbsp raw cashews (soaked for 4 hours) raw cashews1 tbsp raw cashews (soaked for 4 hours)
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1 tbsp sunflower seeds sunflower seeds1 tbsp sunflower seeds
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1/2 tsp fennel seeds fennel seeds1/2 tsp fennel seeds
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1/2 tsp black peppercorns black peppercorns1/2 tsp black peppercorns
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1/2 tsp cardamom powder cardamom powder1/2 tsp cardamom powder
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1/4 tsp cinnamon cinnamon1/4 tsp cinnamon
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2 tbsp maple syrup or jaggery syrup maple syrup2 tbsp maple syrup or jaggery syrup
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1 tbsp rose water rose water1 tbsp rose water
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1/2 tsp poppy seeds poppy seeds1/2 tsp poppy seeds
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Pinch of saffron strands (optional, for color & aroma) saffron strandsPinch of saffron strands (optional, for color & aroma)
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1/2 tsp dried edible rose petals (plus more for garnish) dried edible rose petals1/2 tsp dried edible rose petals (plus more for garnish)
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1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg nutmeg1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
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Ice cubes, as needed ice cubesIce cubes, as needed
Directions
Blend soaked nuts, seeds, and spices with almond milk, sweetener, and rose water until smooth. Serve chilled over ice, garnished with rose petals. For a nut-free version, substitute sunflower and pumpkin seeds for the almonds and cashews. Adjust sweetness to taste. This drink can also be made ahead and chilled in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Steps
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Soak almonds and cashews in water for at least 4 hours. Drain and peel almonds. |
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In a small pan, lightly toast sunflower seeds, fennel seeds, black peppercorns, poppy seeds, and saffron (if using) for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Let cool. |
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Add soaked nuts, toasted seeds and spices, cardamom powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, rose petals, and almond milk to a blender. |
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Blend until completely smooth. |
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Add maple syrup or jaggery syrup and rose water. Blend again to combine. |
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Strain mixture through a fine mesh sieve or nut milk bag for a silkier texture (optional). |
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Pour into glasses over ice. Garnish with extra rose petals and a pinch of saffron if desired. |