12 Of Mumbai’s Best Milkshakes To Beat The Heat

Though it’s the first sustenence we receive in life, as you age drinking milk quickly becomes a chore. Most of us have at least one memory of being nagged to drink more milk and being threatened with the dire consequences of calcium deficiency.

While as adults we’re well aware that it was sound advice but the truth is, milk gets boring. But blend it with a some ice cream and shake it up a little, you will have the enticing elixir of summer before you. In a city with citizens simmering away in it’s humid heat, there is no better break than a refreshing milkshake. Making milkshakes is an art, which not everyone has mastered, but these Mumbai hotspots have got it down pat.

I. Chocolate Hazelnut Thick Shake - Keventers

Where: Carter Road

Keventers returned after a hiatus of nearly forty years to grace us with their heavenly milkshakes. Every single shake on their menu will soothe your soul, but our pick would be the Chocolate Hazelnut Thick shake, a creamy, satisfying blend of hazelnut, chocolate and ice cream. Plus, you get to take the bottle home with you, what’s not to love?

Cost: A great price at Rs. 125 (Medium) and Rs. 200 (Large)

II. Mango Milkshake - Haji Ali Juice Centre

Where: Haji Ali Circle

With the onset of summer, the only thing to look forward to becomes mangoes, and having it in the form of milkshake is a delicious, yet healthy break from the heat. Haji Ali Juice Centre is just the right place to go to for this fruity mango drink, the harbinger of summer.

Cost: Your wallet will feel lighter, but the joy it will bring you will be worth it at Rs. 240.

III. Plum Punch Shake - Amar Juice Centre

Where: Vile Parle West

Yes, this is the ol’ classic chocolate shake, but a favourite at the Amar Juice Centre that ought not to be missed. As cliche as it might be, the milkshake here will definitely help you beat the heat!

Cost: Your wallet won’t feel empty and hollow at Rs. 120

IV. Belgian Chocolate Shake - Grandmama’s Cafe

Where: Dadar East

Grandmama’s Cafe is a quaint little cafe in Dadar (E), that serves till midnight! Of the many amazing milkshakes here and a favourite among lovers of dark chocolate, one of the best is the Belgian Chocolate Shake; a twist on the classic chocolate shake.

Cost: A fair exchange at Rs. 190

V. Red Velvet Shake - 145 Kala Ghoda

Where: Fort

The Red Velvet Shake at Kala Ghoda is a dream that you didn’t know you wished would come true. The shake is essentially the Red Velvet Cake blended into milk and ice cream to create this pink beauty.

Cost: A small price to pay for such a beauty at Rs. 200

VI. The Salted Caramel Milkshake - The Pantry

Where: Fort

For someone who has never been able to decide between caramel and chocolate, never fear, your shake is here in the form of Salted Caramel Chocolate Milkshake. The milkshake is a delightful chocolate with hints of caramel flavour and is a must-have for every choc-a-holic.

Cost: Yes, it is a tad bit expensive, but DEFINITELY worth it at Rs. 245

VIII. Ferrero Rocher Shake - Bachelorr’s

Where: Chowpatty

If you love Ferrero Rocher, this milkshake is just right for you! The nutty flavour of hazelnut chocolate, peppered with the crispy wafer, is encapsulated perfectly in Bachelorr’s milkshake. And somehow, the shake tastes even better while strolling down the beach at Chowpatty!

Cost: Not too pricy, but not too light on your wallet either at Rs. 200

IX. The Snickerdoodle Milkshake - Sweetish House Mafia

Where: Lower Parel

The Snickerdoodle shake is the milkshake version of the mildly cinnamon flavoured Snickerdoodle cookies. The SHM have mastered the art of Snickerdoodle making, and by extension, their Snickerdoodle shake is a class apart as well.

Cost: Some sacrifices must be made for personal good at Rs. 249

X. Caramel Parle-G Shake - The J

Where: Churchgate

If you were born in India, there is no doubt that at least one or two memories of your childhood will invoked with the mention of the famous Parle-G biscuit. The J, also famous for their french fries, serves a fabulous blend of caramel, Parle-G along with milk and ice cream. One of its kinds, the Caramel Parle-G Milkshake is not to be missed when in Mumbai.

Cost: An amazing deal at Rs. 100

XI. The Oreo Shake - Health Juice Centre

Where: Matunga East

Defy reason and indulge your sweet tooth at this healthy juice spot. Everyone loves a rebel, just like everybody loves Oreos, and if you don’t already, you will after you have a sip of the Oreo Shake at the Health Juice Centre.

Cost: Very, very healthy for your wallet at Rs. 90

XII. Chocolate Magnum Shake - The Fusion Kitchen

Where: Borivali West

The wild chocolate Magnum, with its layers of truffle sauce is the best parts of your favourite ice cream, turned into a delicious, creamy milkshake. Make sure you don’t miss out on this as this is one of TFK’s specials!

Cost: Save for it, because you’re worth it and because it’s a whopping Rs. 350.