Popular Egyptian drinks to enjoy while you're in vacation - part 2 As you expect, this is the second section featuring famous beverages. We will discuss the well-known beverages that originated in Egypt. For those with more refined tastes, Egypt has a large selection of drinks. These are the beverages that all travelers must sample. Sobia Sobia is a coconut milkshake. Sobia is flavorful and falls somewhere between a drink and a dessert. This traditional drink is usually found during Ramadan but you can get it any time of the year. It has to be consumed cold. Sobia is meant to invigorate the pious. Although it tastes different from milk, many Egyptians find it appealing. It is a typical beverage that is available at every table in Egypt during Ramadan. There are many regional variations in sobia recipes. Egyptians use dairy products, rice, and coconut to prepare the beverage. The drink originated during a difficult financial period for the Arab world. It was first recorded in the Mamluk era. During this time, the per capita proportion of flour declined. But the supply of margarine, sugar, and rice from India increased. It was also a time when basic commodities became limited. This is the alleged period when this drink was invented. It gained popularity among the wealthy and the poor. The history of Sobya in the Hijaz is not well documented. It is believed that the beverage arrived in this region of the Arab world within the past century. According to a different account, it was created more than a century ago in Cairo's historic El Sayeda Zeinab neighborhood. Any evidence for either allegation is a rumor. Although its history is unknown, this delicious treat is known to be natural. It is a great source of calcium, copper, iron, manganese, potassium, zinc, selenium, and other essential minerals and nutrients. This drink's primary ingredients give it some fantastic health advantages. Khoshaf Is a common Ramadan beverage made with dates, raisins, and figs. Khoshaf is the only compote that appears on this drink list. Egyptians combine all the dry components with syrup or sugar water. Most myths claim that the drink called "khashf" came from Persia or is a blend of several national cultures. The word "khashf" means "soaked dates" in Turkish. In Persian, "khush ab" means a sweet drink or juice, while the word "yamish" has Egyptian origins. Khoshaf is thought to have started during the Fatimid dynasty. At that time, Egyptians started consuming dried fruits and nuts. They came to understand that the post-fasting meal could enjoy the high sugar content. Since then, khoshaf has grown in popularity. It has now become a necessary beverage during Ramadan. Hummus Al-Sham Halabesa, aka Hummus Alsham, is an Egyptian cumin-spiked chickpea soup. Hummus Alsham is one of the most important winter rituals and the most important winter drink. It gives you warmth and a lot of energy, as it is rich in protein and balances blood sugar. Chickpeas are the main ingredient in halabessa. Chickpeas are an excellent source of protein, fiber, vital minerals, manganese, and iron. Chickpeas include antioxidants, which protect the body against cellular damage and inflammation. The beverage is said to have originated in the Syrian city of Damascus. The name Hummus Alsham translates to "chickpea of Damascus." Moz bil-Laban If you love smoothies, then you are going to want to remember bananas with milk while you are in Egypt. It is considered one of the most delicious Egyptian drinks served year-round. Moz bil-laban is pretty much a banana smoothie. It is made by blending ripe bananas with ice, water, and honey or sugar. It is a drink rich in vitamins and potassium, essential for children's growth. Gawafa bil-Laban Gawafa bil-Laban is a similar smoothie to Mowz bil-Laban. The exception is that guava is used in place of the banana. You’ll have to strain out the guava seeds after it’s all been in the blender, though. Balah bel laban Muslims break their fast after sunset with dates and milk. This drink is widely consumed during Iftar, the nightly meal. It is pleasant in addition to being hydrating. It tastes so rich and creamy that you could mistake it for a dessert. This simple classic dessert can be drunk and eaten. The dates melt in the milk, creating a delicious indulgence. Its natural sweetness makes it ideal for Muslims to enjoy at either suhoor or iftar. A part of its origin goes back to the Prophet's advice to break your fast with a date. Limonana The name is a combination of Arabic and Hebrew words meaning lemon and mint. Rich in taste, quite foamy, and incredibly refreshing! The health advantages of mint and lemon/lime work together to aid in the body's detoxification. If this article managed to fascinate you, please leave comments below and tell us what drinks will Egypt please you with? 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