What is Sweet Tamarind?
Chilled tamarind juice — sweet, tangy, and deeply refreshing on a hot day.
- Price range: $0.50–1
- Spice level: No spice
- Best cities to try it: Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Battambang
- A great natural alternative to soda. The sweet-sour balance is uniquely satisfying.
Sweet Tamarind
$0.50–1ទឹកប្អែម
Tamarind juice is a popular Cambodian drink made by dissolving tamarind pulp in water with sugar and a pinch of salt. The result is a sweet-sour, deeply refreshing beverage that's served over ice. Some versions add lime or a touch of chili for extra dimension.
Key Ingredients
- tamarind pulp
- sugar
- salt
- water
- ice
Dietary Information
Insider Tip
A great natural alternative to soda. The sweet-sour balance is uniquely satisfying.
Frequently Asked Questions
More Drinks Dishes
- Cambodian Iced Coffee (កាហ្វេទឹកកក)
- Sugar Cane Juice (ទឹកអំពៅ)
- Angkor Beer (បៀអង្គរ)
- Palm Wine (Tuk Tnot) (ទឹកត្នោត)
- Fresh Coconut (ទឹកដូង)
Get Cambodia Travel Updates
Visa changes, travel tips, and destination guides delivered to your inbox.
No spam, unsubscribe anytime. We respect your privacy.