Lassi Raita
The Lassi Raita is an alcohol-free creamy drink, creamy and tart on the palate. Blended and served in a highball glass.
- 4 min
- Highball glass
- Blended
- Alcohol-free
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 74 out of 100
- Creamy
- 97 out of 100
- Boozy
- 0 out of 100
How to make a Lassi Raita
To make a Lassi Raita, blend with ice and pour into a highball glass: 16 oz yoghurt and ¼ oz simple syrup. Garnish with lime and salt.
Contains no alcohol as written. If you need to avoid alcohol completely, check labels: some products sold as non-alcoholic, like beers, wines and bitters, can contain small amounts.
You'll need
- Yoghurt16 oz
- Simple syrupor 1 tsp sugar + a splash of water¼ oz
- Lime, Saltgarnish
Pairs well with: Simple syrup · All syrups
Instructions
- 1
Rim the glass: run a lime or lemon wedge around the outside edge, then roll the edge in salt on a small plate.
- 2
Add yoghurt and simple syrup to a blender with about a cup of ice.
- 3
Blend until smooth, about 20-30 seconds (add a little more ice if you want it thicker).
- 4
Pour into a highball glass.
- 5
Garnish with a lime wheel.
Why blend? Blending yoghurt and simple syrup with ice gives a smooth, frozen texture.
No simple syrup? Blend in 1 tsp sugar instead.
Lassi Raita questions
What does a Lassi Raita taste like?
Mostly creamy and tart. It's a non-alcoholic drink.
What's the difference between a Lassi Raita and a Lassi - Sweet?
Both use yoghurt and simple syrup. The Lassi - Sweet uses lemon juice.
What glass do you serve a Lassi Raita in?
A highball glass.