11 Tips for the Best Jal Jeera Recipe This Summer

3. Use Fresh Mint and Coriander for Bright, Cooling Flavor

Fresh herbs elevate jal jeera from spicy to truly refreshing. Choose bright green mint with tender stems and pluck young coriander leaves. Rinse gently and pat dry so excess water doesn’t dilute the drink. Chop or tear the leaves just before grinding to preserve oils. If you bruise a small bunch between your palms, you’ll release an aroma that blends beautifully with roasted cumin. Mint gives cooling top notes; coriander adds a green, citrusy backbone. For a stronger herb hit, use a 2:1 mint-to-coriander ratio. If you need to make the drink ahead, add fresh herbs at the last minute — this keeps the color vivid and the flavor sharp. Dry herbs or wilted leaves don’t provide the same lift, so avoid them when aiming for a glass that feels instant and fresh.