From Classic to Cutting-Edge: How India’s Cocktail Scene is Evolving
Q1. Is it true that cocktails are getting bolder in India and people now want things beyond classic cocktails? Also, is this a new trend, or has it been prevalent for a long time in the country? Sandeep: Cocktails are getting increasingly bolder in India as Indian bartenders and mixologists embrace global cocktails, their techniques and ingredients and marry them with Indian flavours. While classic cocktails are still very popular, there is a significant level of experimentation reshaping the cocktail scene in India. This trend of innovative cocktails is relatively new and has gained momentum in the last five years. Majorly because of the young generation of bartenders and mixologists who are redefining the craft by creating concoctions with homegrown mixtures and ingredients. Driven by the desire to stand out, they are pushing the boundaries of India’s Cocktails Promo culture. Q2. India is a whisky-drinking nation. Are they open to experimenting w...