3 Classically Influenced Indian Cocktails

If you enjoy Indian food, we have the perfect drink pairings for you to spice up your night or impress your friends. You don't have to be a professional mixologist to create something stylish and unique for your guests. Simply follow these Indian cocktail recipes to put a spin on some well known classics. If you happen to require some of the alcoholic ingredients, feel free to place an order with us for hot shot delivery in Mississauga.

Rose Gin & Tonic

Ingredients:
Gin  - 1/4 oz
Tonic Water
Rosewater - 4 sprays
Cucumber - 4 slices
Lime slice or wedge

Method:
Fill a rocks glass with ice; add cucumber slices and gin. Top with tonic water. Add 4 sprays of rosewater on top, and garnish with lime

A cool spin on the classic gin & tonic. The cucumber adds a refreshing nod to this popular cocktail, and the  scent of rose is inviting. 

Old Fashioned Indian Cocktail

Ingredients:
Woodford Bourbon - 2 oz
Spiced Syrup - 1/2 oz (ingredients for syrup are below)
Asst'd Bitters - 2 dashes
Orange Peel
Star Anise
Cinnamon Stick

Method:
Prepare spiced syrup by mixing the following:
​Hot water - 4 cups
White sugar - 3 cups
Brown sugar - 1 1/2 cups
Cloves - 1 Tbsp
Anise - 1 Tbsp
Cinnamon sticks - 4
Allow the mixture to sit for 30 mins, then strain and bottle for use when needed.

Once your spiced syrup is ready along with the other ingredients, 
mix bourbon, syrup and bitters over ice. Strain into a rocks glass with a king cube. Add the orange peel, star anise and cinnamon.

Chaitini

Ingredients:
Baileys - 1 oz
Dark Rum - 1/2 oz
Chilled Masala Chai - 3 oz
Cinnamon Stick

Method:
Pour ingredients into shaker and shake over ice. Double strain into a martini glass and garnish with the cinnamon stick.