Shikanji or Shikanjabeen is a lemon-based drink originating in the northern part of India.[1] Historically it was called as sherbet-e-shikanjavin. Alternative names include shikanjvi, shikanjbi and shikanjbeen. Shikanji is distinct from lemonade, and often contains other ingredients such as
salt,
saffron and
cumin.[2]
A Shikanji lemonade seller, outside
Red Fort, Delhi, India.