As the year comes to an end, we’ve curated a list of cocktails you simply shouldn’t mis, an indulgent roundup designed for those who appreciate exceptional craft in every sip. This year-end spotlight on India’s most inventive creations brings together standout serves from leading bars and outlets across India.
Nutty Irish
A sweet, indulgent twist on the classic Irish coffee, this creation layers warm notes of banana and walnut for a cozy, nut-forward finish. Smooth, comforting, and perfect for year-end sipping, available at Naarma.
Cheesecake Punch
At Addoni’s , this cheesecake punch is a must try. Includes fresh strawberries and natural sweetness with milk-clarification technique transformed the mixture into a crystal-clear, silky punch without losing any depth of flavor. Cocktail that felt nostalgic, surprising, and unmistakably indulgent a dessert reborn behind the bar.
Bloody Paloma
Inspired by the 19th-century folk song La Paloma, this cocktail delivers a modern European spin with rose and grapefruit, elevated by blood orange purée and blood orange seltzer. Refreshing yet bold, this contemporary classic awaits you at Onrique Mumbai.
Berries Mulled Wine
A slow-simmered blend of red wine, mixed berries, and aromatic winter spices, this mulled wine is rich, warming, and deeply comforting. Ideal for cool nights and festive gatherings. Available at Naarma.
Coorg Coffee Espresso Martini
This nitro-infused gin cocktail blends mezcal, cold brew, almond, orange, and coffee foam to honor Coorg’s rich coffee heritage. Velvety, aromatic, and delightfully complex, it’s available at ITC Maurya Delhi.
Stand for Passion
A lively fusion of passionfruit and jalapeño, this signature serve walks the line between sweet tropical brightness and a playful hit of spice. Crafted with precision for adventurous drinkers, it’s offered at Dramique, Delhi.
Raspberry Velvet Cheese-Tini
A luxurious, dessert-style Christmas cocktail that unites mascarpone creaminess with the fresh tartness of raspberries. Smooth, velvety, and elegantly festive, it’s available at Cosy Box Mumbai.
Masai Mara
A vibrant blend of vodka, blueberry, elderflower, and lemon juice, this cocktail balances sweetness, florals, and citrus with striking visual flair. Inspired by Africa’s Masai Mara, it’s bold, refreshing, and served at Ophelia.
Garnett Spritz
Rooted in the symbolism of passion and vitality, this spritz layers palo santo and cacao vodka with plum saccharum, botanical liqueur, Aperol, orange bitters, and sparkling Chenin Blanc. Earthy, elegant, and celebratory, it’s available at 1932 Trevi.
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