Mukhwas

Mukhwas is a colorful Indian and Pakistani candy and digestive aid. Due to its ingredients, there are mainly a fresh breath. There are a variety of blends, some are made of herbs, seeds, and grains such as fennel, anise or sesame others include nuts (eg, pieces of coconut or betel nut ). These ingredients are either so offered directly or coated with a shell of sugar. In addition, there are colors and flavors / essential oils of peppermint, eucalyptus or rose oil for use. After thorough chewing of Mukhwas water is recommended to drink in order to intensify the flavor and to rid the mouth of the chips of the herbs / grains. For varieties with additional flavors to the whole effect / flavor develops only.

Occasionally Mukhwas is also taken specifically as medicine because the ingredients are said to have a positive effect on digestion.

The name Mukhwas is a contraction of the words " Mukh " in the meaning of mouth and " Vas ", which stands for smell.