Guwahati: Little did we know two centuries ago that cocktails will evolve from just being the celebratory element at events to a drink we enjoy on a regular basis. Since May 13, 1806, when the term "cocktail" was formally defined, the day has been celebrated with easily accessible ingredients that can be mixed with your favourite spirit, whether it be scotch, vodka, or gin. This World Cocktail Day, embrace your inner mixologist and beat the summer heat by crafting some palate-pleasing cocktails from Beam Suntory, Diageo India, Belvedere, Hennessy, Fairmont Jaipur and Glenmorangie. A flavour to impact, a glass of these treats is bound to soothe your palettes.
Soul Reviver, Fairmont Signature I By Anjum, Fairmont Jaipur
Ingredients: The Botanist Islay gin 3/4 OZ (22 1/2 ML), Patron Silver Tequila 3/4 OZ (22 1/2 ML), cointreau 3/4 OZ (22 1/2 ML), white wine 3/4 OZ (22 1/2 ML), Blackberry syrup 1/4 OZ (7 1/2 ML), lemon juice 3/4 OZ (22 1/2 ML), garnish lemon wheel
Preparation: Combine Botanist Islay dry gin, patron silver, Cointreau, white wine, lemon juice, blackberry syrup, and absinthe (For rinse) in a cocktail shaker. Add ice cubes until well chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a lemon twist if desired.
Based on the Corpse Reviver, a drink whose popularity soared with its appearance in The Savoy Cocktail Book in 1930, this version is equally adept at livening up the mood. Blackberries and lemon juice provide a burst of sweet and sour, while a masterful mix of Botanist gin, Patron Silver, Cointreau, and white wine is poured into an absinthe rinse. If this doesn't kick-start one's heart, little else will.
Derby Bird I By Anjum, Fairmont Jaipur
Ingredients: Fairmont Signature recipe, Woodford Reserve Bourbon 1 1/2 OZ (45 ML), Campari 3/4 OZ (22 1/2 ML), Simple syrup (1:1) 1/2 OZ (15 ML), Lemon juice 1/2 OZ (15 ML), Orange juice 1 1/2 OZ (45 ML), Garnish mint sprig.
Preparation: In a cocktail shaker fill half of the ice, pour the Woodford reserve bourbon whiskey, Campari, orange and lime juices, and simple syrup, shake it vigorously and strain into a highball glass with crushed ice, garnish with a pineapple wedge adorned with fresh mint sprig.
Roku Gin's Early Autumn I Beam Suntory
For chocolate lovers, Beam Suntory India has something which will course the aroma of chocolate through your nose followed by the rise of Sansho pepper in Roku. Specially curated for you, this shake can be easily prepared at home.
Ingredients:
Roku, Chocolate Liqueur, heavy cream
Preparation: Add 40ml of ROKU, 20 ml of Chocolate Liqueur and 20 ml of Heavy Cream. Shake well and enjoy your evening.
Jim Beam Orange Crush I Beam Suntory
With an elegant, smooth and refined bourbon experience specially crafted by Beam Suntory India, this cocktail is for the ones who desire the bright, juicy flavour of oranges along with the light char of a bourbon.
Ingredients: Jim Beam Orange 1.5 ml, orange juice 0.5 ml, Lemon juice 0.75 ml, simple syrup 0.5 ml, soda water, orange wedge and mint sprig for garnish
Preparation: Add all ingredients (except soda water) to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a Collins glass over ice. Top with soda water and gently stir.
Oaksmith Assam I Beam Suntory
Be it a sweaty Summer morning or a shivering chilly winter night, Chai is the ultimate solution for all the Indians. For all the tea lovers, Beam Suntory India brings you a specially curated recipe using premium Oaksmith to keep you on your toes in an Indian Style.
Ingredients: Oaksmith Gold 50ml, Black Pepper and Ginger Syrup 25ml, Kali Neemu Juice(Black Lime Juice) 20ml, Carbonated Orthodox Assam Tea Brew 200ml
Preparation: In a Soda syphon, add the tea and black pepper, and ginger syrup and charge with one CO2 charger. Now in a tall glass with ice, add Oaksmith Gold and stir to chill the whisky. Now top up the glass with carbonated ginger and Black Pepper Assam Tea Soda. Garnish with a slice of Kaali Neemu.
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