Almond Milk for Wrestlers

An invigorating drink enjoyed in the uncompromisingly hot summers of Pakistan and the northern states of India, and a favourite of wrestlers for its fortifying nuts and cooling properties. With no exertion expended, I love it for its liquorice-kissed, caramel butteriness.

One or more ‘cooling’ spices should be included -fennel, aniseed, cardamom or cumin. Black pepper brings a little balancing warmth and rose water adds fragrance.