17 Popular Beverages from Nigeria| My Sasun African Market

17 Popular Beverages from Nigeria| My Sasun African Market

Dec 12, 2023Elizabeth Yakubu

Nigeria is a country known for its rich culture, diverse traditions, and unique cuisine. One of the most interesting aspects of Nigerian cuisine is the wide variety of beverages that are enjoyed across the country. From refreshing fruit juices to traditional beverages, there is something for everyone. In this article, we will explore 25 popular beverages from Nigeria.



Popular Beverages from Nigeria

Zobo/Sobo

Zobo is a tart and concentrated drink made with dried hibiscus flowers, cloves, and ginger, sweetened and flavored in different ways. It is known by various names in different regions and is common in various parts of Nigeria. The drink is often served cold and is a popular refreshment during hot weather. You  can read the blog post below to know more about Zobo:

Health Importance Of Zobo Drinks . Drink Sobo Regularly


Chapman

Chapman is a fruity cocktail with a mix of soda and other ingredients. It is a popular drink in Nigeria and is often served at social gatherings and celebrations. The drink is often garnished with slices of cucumber, lemon, and orange.We have a blog post on Ikoyi Chapman on the website, check it out below:

The Best Food Pairings for Ikoyi Chapman

 

Fura da Nono

Fura da Nono is a blend of millet balls (fura) and fermented milk (nono). It is a popular drink in northern Nigeria and is often consumed as a breakfast beverage. The drink is highly nutritious and is rich in protein, fiber, and vitamins.

How to make Fura da Nono

 

Koko

Koko is a pap made from fermented sorghum or millet. It is often consumed as a breakfast beverage and is a popular drink in Nigeria. The drink is often flavored with spices like ginger, cloves, and cinnamon, and is often sweetened with sugar or honey.

Watch this: Koko recipe | Hausa millet porridge

 

Popular Beverages from Nigeria

 

Ginger Beer

Ginger beer is a homemade ginger-flavored non-alcoholic drink. It is a popular drink in Nigeria and is often consumed during hot weather. The drink is known for its spicy and refreshing flavor.

 

Kunu Gyada

Kunu Gyada is a variation of kunu with groundnuts (peanuts). It is a popular drink in northern Nigeria and is often consumed as a breakfast beverage. The drink is highly nutritious and is rich in protein, fiber, and vitamins.

HOW TO MAKE KUNU GYADA THE RICE AND GROUNDNUT PAP

 

Fruit Juices

Freshly squeezed juices from tropical fruits like oranges, pineapples, and mangoes are popular in Nigeria. They are often consumed as a refreshing beverage during hot weather.

 

Lemon Ginger Drink

Lemon ginger drink is a mixture of lemon, ginger, and sweeteners. It is a popular drink in Nigeria and is often consumed during cold weather. The drink is known for its warming and soothing properties.

3-Ingredient Ginger Lemon Water

 

Coffee

Coffee is growing in popularity in Nigeria, with various preparations. It is often consumed as a breakfast beverage and is known for its energizing properties.


Kunu Zaki

Kunu Zaki is a variation of kunu made from millet and spices. It is a highly nutritious drink, rich in protein and fiber, and packed with lots of vitamins and minerals. The drink is often flavored with spices like ginger, cloves, and cinnamon, and is a popular beverage in northern Nigeria 

How To Make Kunu Zaki The Millet Drink

 

Kunu Acha

Kunu Acha is another type of kunu made from acha (fonio) grains. It is a highly nutritious drink, rich in protein and fiber, and packed with lots of vitamins and minerals. The drink is often flavored with spices like ginger, cloves, and cinnamon, and is a popular beverage in northern Nigeria .

Acha Pudding With Bean Cake

 

Popular Beverages from Nigeria

Tigernut Milk

Tigernut milk is a non-dairy milk alternative made from tigernuts. It is a highly nutritious drink, rich in protein and fiber, and packed with lots of vitamins and minerals. The drink is often sweetened with sugar or honey and is a popular beverage in Nigeria .

HOMEMADE TIGER NUT MILK

 

Fruit Smoothies

Fruit smoothies are blends of fresh fruits like bananas, mangoes, and berries. They are often consumed as a refreshing beverage during hot weather and are a popular drink in Nigeria.


Coconut Water

Coconut water is a refreshing and hydrating drink directly from coconuts. It is a popular drink in Nigeria and is often consumed during hot weather.


Sour Sop Juice

Sour sop juice is made from the soursop fruit, offering a sweet and tangy flavor. It is a popular drink in Nigeria and is often consumed during hot weather.


Chilled Yogurt Drinks

Chilled yogurt drinks are yogurt-based beverages with various fruit flavors. They are often consumed as a refreshing beverage during hot weather and are a popular drink in Nigeria.

 

Popular Beverages from Nigeria

Malt Drinks

Various brands offer malt-based beverages with different flavors. They are a popular drink in Nigeria.and are often consumed as refreshing accompaniments to foods  especially during hot seasons.

Check: Varieties of malt drinks at My Sasun

 

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