Hale’s Blue Boy is at the center of many celebrated Thai drinks. Since 1959, the syrup brand has been producing flavored liquid sugar in traditional Thai flavors like sala (palm fruit) and mali (jasmine) as well as Western-inspired flavors like cream soda. The brand also carries a grape, pineapple, strawberry, root beer, rose, and cantaloupe flavor -- though you’ll be hard pressed to find these among Thais. The three most iconic flavors are most definitely dang, which translates to red and is the sala flavor; kieow, meaning green and referring to the cream soda flavor, and mali, or jasmine. Making Thai Pink Milk at home is a breeze! Follow these simple steps to create a frosty glass of Nom Yen for your special celebration. This recipe makes 4 drinks.

If time is tight when you're having a party or a date night in, you can make this drink in advance and store it in a clean (preferably glass) bottle or jug in the refrigerator where it will keep for 2-3 days. Flax Seeds: Adds healthy fats, protein and fiber. I used brown flax seeds but golden flax seeds can be used too. You could also use ground flax seeds (flaxseed meal) if desired. Alternatively, use more chia seeds instead. Sato is widely consumed by the locals, particularly during celebrations. The drink is usually served at room temperature in large bowls. And guests are invited to scoop it up themselves, making it a social and communal drink. However, despite its widespread popularity, Sato remains a liqueur that is produced on a small scale, mainly due to its short shelf life. Chang Beer PHOTO: Unsplash Nom Yen is a popular iced drink from Thailand (more commonly known as Thai Pink Milk). This beverage gets its blush pink colour from the famous Thai sala syrup from popular brands such as Hale’s Blue Boy . Thai pink milk can be likened to being a version of strawberry milk/milkshake but with a more ‘grown up’ sweet and more floral taste. It’s super easy to make, deliciously creamy and a great refreshing drink to cool down.

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For the perfect summer refresher, mix Mekhong with your favourite fruit juice and plenty of ice. It’s a cheap and cheerful way to enjoy a delicious alcoholic drink and experience the unique flavours of Thailand. With its 35% alcohol content, Mekhong is the perfect choice for those looking for a sweet and spicy escape from the mundane. So, go ahead, give it a try, and let the spirit of Thailand transport you to a place of pure bliss. Sato The same applies if you don't finish it within one setting or you just want to always have Thai pink milk ready to drink at home. Pink Milk For Special Occasions Move over boring old milk, because Thailand has a bright and colourful alternative! Nom Yen, translated to “pink milk” in Thai, is a delicious sweet treat that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. But what makes it so pink, you ask? The secret lies in the addition of sala syrup, a synthetic blend of the fruit sala, sugar, and water that gives it a vibrant red hue. The serum is then combined with a mixture of evaporated milk and sweetened condensed milk to make it pink. Enjoy! Remove from the fridge when ready to eat. Top with sliced strawberries or other berries and a dollop of Greek style yogurt if desired. Then enjoy!

You might know Thailand is famous for so many great food recipes but did you know it also has a range of notable drink recipes too? With the sun and high temperatures across the country, it’s no surprise some of Thailand’s most traditional drinks are iced beverages. In this blog, we’ve put together a collection of recipes of Thai drinks that are a must-try to stay cool and refreshed throughout the summer months. They’re easy, delicious and great for all the family including kids. High in protein and fiber. It’s made with high protein and healthy ingredients – oats, almond milk, vanilla protein powder, and Greek style yogurt. It’s also rich in fiber thanks to the oats, chia seeds and flax seeds. This strawberry protein overnight oats is incredibly high in protein and fiber and will start off your morning right! 💪 Thai pink milk evokes happy memories of hubby's childhood. This sweet, refreshing drink is at the heart of many of his stories of growing up as a young boy in Thailand. So it's only natural that he would want to share this drink with our children. Jump to:Calorie Sala Syrup: I used Lin brand 0 calorie sala syrup here which I found in Bangkok during my last trip. Sala syrup is an artificial sweetener which is meant to imitate the flavor of the sala (also known as salacca) fruit. It tastes similar to strawberry syrup but is sweeter and more fragrant. If it’s not easily available to you, use a zero calorie or zero sugar strawberry syrup (I like Walden Farms’ strawberry syrup). You can also just use regular sala syrup or strawberry syrup if you prefer. Evaporated milk. It adds a nice creamy balance to the lovely pink drink. Highly recommend adding a tablespoon or so to top off your drink. How do I store the Hale’s Blue Boy Syrup? Once opened, you can keep it in the cupboard with the lid on. It’s almost all sugar, so it won’t be going bad anytime soon!

The word Yen in Thai means cold, and it's often used to identify food or drinks, as in how we would describe our preferred drinks like Iced or hot tea or soups. Thailand is hot and humid all year round, so there are a lot of "Yen" food and drinks like Cha Yen (Cold tea), Nom Yen (milk) Nam Yen (water). Vanilla Protein Powder. Use either a whey or plant-based vanilla protein powder. I’ve used Rule 1 Vanilla Crème protein powder. It has an impressive 25 grams of protein per 30-gram scoop for just 110 calories and tastes delicious! If using an unflavored protein powder, add ¼ TSP vanilla extract or use 5 drops of vanilla flavo drops. Though, recently many have adopted the cutername that is nom chompoo, which translates to pink milk. So you might hear Thai people use those names interchangeably when they're talking about this pink drink. Why We Love This Recipe In a small cup or measuring jug, mix together the sweetened condensed milk with the evaporated milk and set aside. Perfect for a party drink for those pink-loving people in your life! It's an excellent drink for baby showers, birthday parties, Valentine's Day, and Mother's Day parties.

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So, head to your nearest Asian supermarket or start brewing your Thai Pink Milk at home and experience the magic of this delightful and girly drink. Cheers to all things pink and bright! More Thai drinks you'll enjoy