If you’re anything like me, then part of traveling the world is trying new food and drinks around the world. I feel like drinks are often overlooked, but the truth is there are a ton of different drinks around the world that are unique to the region or have their own flare on a common drink. Here are some of my top 4 favorite drinks I’ve tried around the world.
1. Cambodian Coffee
You’ve probably heard how wonderful the coffee is in Italy, and it really is. I didn’t have a bad coffee my entire time there. However, I was expecting that. A surprise for me in the coffee world was when I was in rural Cambodia and tried iced coffee. It seemed to be a perfect mixture of about 50% condensed milk with the other 50% being coffee. It was served over ice and the perfect blend of sweet milk with delicious coffee. Although I tend to avoid sugar in my coffees usually, in the Cambodian heat it was a welcome treat. You can try to make this at home (maybe don’t use 50% condensed milk, I would probably start with a lower ratio). If you don’t have a coffee machine, why not buy a commercial espresso machine now so you can make delicious iced coffees whenever you like!
2. Elderberry Syrup
You’ll either love it or loathe it, but the truth is Elderberry is widely considered a magic remedy for the flu and other illnesses. It’s commonly used in Europe and the United States, and if you’re from somewhere else in the world – like me – you might have not tried it. I actually really love it and was introduced to this magical plant while living in the Czech Republic as an au pair. You can easily make elderberry syrup at home, perfect for the flu season. You’ll need to get some whole elderberries, which you can find here https://www.botanicuniverse.com/products/elderberry-whole and you’ll need to cook them down into a syrup which is fairly easy!
3. Michelada
If you’re a beer lover who also likes a good bloody mary then I have a feeling you’ll like the michelada. Considered a staple in Mexico and Guatemala, it’s the perfect summer drink. It’s made from mixing tomato juice with beer, lime, hot sauce, worcestershire sauce, salt for rimming and in the mix and some lime wedges for garnishing. Here’s a great michelada recipe to get you started, but as with everything it’s best to experiment to see what ratios you like most!
While these drinks are best enjoyed where they’re from – with these handy tips you can have that ‘traveling feeling’ at home while sipping on your beverage of choice – cheers!
