Buckle up, taste buds. The drink scene in 2024 seems to be an intriguing blend of new twists and old favorites. Prepare for a tropical takeover in drink trends 2024, including coffee, drinks other than espresso and martinis, and a more conscientious approach to indulging.

Consilium Black Whisky

Where tradition meets daring. Drink Established in 2019 with a purpose to bring precisely crafted malt expressions to the Indian market, the brand, inspired by the term “Consilium,” is firmly rooted in the spirit of collective wisdom. A unusual blend of 5-year-old Highland malts and 3-year-old German rye. This unique blend is then finished in Virgin Oak, yielding a full-bodied oak flavor that captivates the senses. Crafted from an alchemy of wisdom and ingenuity, this one-of-a-kind whisky is more than simply a drink; it’s an artistic masterpiece intended to enrich the drinking experience. Each taste reveals a world of unexpected drink flavour combinations. From the robust spice of Rye Malt to the smoky symphony of Cigar Malt, Experience the amazing one beautiful sip at a time. Drink Consilium Black – a world beyond the ordinary, where passion is distilled.

• Poetry Cocktail 

Poetry Cocktail, an entity linked with the MSU Group, has officially started in Bangalore, ushering in a new era of masterfully made drinks. Originally known as “Easy Cocktail,” the brand quickly evolved into Poetry, reflecting its dedication to refinement, creativity, and the art of mixology. The phrase “Flavors Unleashed in Verse” wonderfully expresses the essence of poetry—an drink experience in which each sip is like a sonnet and every flavor dances like a stanza. Drink made using a variety of mixers, each designed to improve the cocktail experience. Poetry’s cocktails range from the Passion Fruit Martini to the Elderflower Mojito, Penicillin, and Berrypolitian, and they are a symphony of distinct and delicious flavors. Poetry drink enriches home bars with handpicked nibbles and partnerships, making luxury accessible one exquisite verse at a time.

• Echo Lounge Bar at Aloft Outer Ring Road

Raise a glass to Bengaluru’s most popular rooftop escape, where Thursdays promise gin-fueled merriment. Echo Lounge Bar at Aloft Outer Ring Road welcomes everyone, from seasoned gin lovers to curious beginners, and invites you to uncork a world of 52 botanical beauties. Witness the magic as professional mixologists turn these juniper diamonds into liquid poetry that dances on your tongue.

• Highbury Classic Whisky

Crafted in Goa and praised for its smooth, easy-sipping cocktails, Highbury Classic is quickly becoming a favorite American blended whisky in Indian homes. At around Rs. 1500, this grain whisky tantalizes your senses with aromas of berries, caramel, and a hint of peat. The double-charred oak aging delivers a layered richness, balanced by the smoothness of seasoned malt for a consistently pleasing experience. Every sip is a testament to the master blender’s passion, offering raisins, stone fruits, cinnamon spice, and a touch of vanilla, all rounded off with oakwood and a lingering peppery finish. Enjoy it neat, on the rocks, or in your favorite cocktail – Highbury Classic elevates any occasion. Find it at retail outlets in Delhi, Karnataka, Goa, Telangana, and Kolkata, with more cities coming soon. Choose from a variety of sizes, from 1000ml to 60ml, to perfectly fit your needs.

• Amrut Amalgam malt whisky

Celebrate with the excellent Amrut Amalgam malt whisky, a perfectly balanced embodiment of luxury. This alluring Indian mix, made from carefully selected aged barrels, dances on the palate with aromas of honey, dried fruits, and subtle spices. As you share a dram, its alluring intricacy and smooth character emerge, matching the various layers of your relationship. Whether you’re settling in for a quiet evening or hosting a romantic party, let Amrut Amalgam be the catalyst for magical moments, elevating your celebration to a sanctuary of love and laughter. Cheers to memories, passion, and the delight of being together, all enhanced by the amber elixir of Amrut Amalgam.

AMRUT AMALGAM MALT WHISKY 42.8%

ORIGIN: Union of Single Malts from Amrut, Scotland and Asia.

IN LEAGUE OF: Monkey Shoulder, Kincardine, Johnnie Walker Green Label

SAVOURIT: Neat or with a hint of water or in an exotic cocktail

NOSE: Fruity: concoction of Pears, nectarine and melon with an integrated sublime peat smoke.

TASTE: Fruit punch and transcends to citrus-peach-melon amalgam punctuated by peat smoke that is so gentle and enticing. The middle ground is soft and velvety with a tease of black pepper.

FINISH: Mild sweet finish with a hint of soft peat smoke.

AMRUT AMALGAM PEATED MALT WHISKY 42.8%

NOSE: A gentle but a thorough blast of peat laden with citrus, much like marmalade. Toasted barley sugar and hints of spices like cinnamon and clove.

TASTE: The peat ruling the mouth with hints of spices and fruity-citrusy undertone. Sweetness climbing through from barley and some brown sugar with some dryness at the back. Mouth coating and salivating.

FINISH: Sweetness lingering with subtle spices. Dryness sticking through the long finish.

ORIGIN: Union of Peated Single Malts from Amrut, Scotland and Asia.

Price: Bangalore – 4280

New Delhi (Gurgaon) – 2700

Mumbai – 5200 

It’s all about fresh drink adventures with each sip, so raise your glass and delve into the hottest drink trends 2024!

• Poetry Cocktail Mixer

Poetry Cocktail Mixer is a collection of handcrafted mixers designed to elevate the art of mixology. Our mixers are made with real fruit juices, botanicals, and spices, creating a symphony of unique flavours that inspire creativity and personalize every cocktail experience. We believe in the power of shared moments and the joy of crafting something special, one sip at a time. Poetry Cocktail Mixer, an exquisite mixer brand, shares details on how the brand’s refreshing mixer flavours have become an ultimate companion this summer season.

Poetry Cocktail Mixer introduces an innovative blend of flavours that serve as the muse behind this season’s most Instagram-worthy and refreshing concoctions. From tropical infusions that transport you to exotic beaches to zesty blends that tantalise your taste buds.

• Fatwash & Clarified Cocktails
  

Art of Mixology at Chime, Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center invites you to experience the artistry of mixology at Chime, the quintessential lounge bar at the hotel. Prepare to be dazzled as we blend creativity and sophistication, crafting cocktails that are a true feast for the senses. Fat-washed cocktails are a distinctive twist on classic libations, created by infusing spirits with the flavour of specific types of fat, such as grease or butter. This infusion process results in cocktails that boast rich, complex flavours, making them a must-try for cocktail enthusiasts seeking something truly unique.

What: Fatwash & Clarified Signature Cocktails
Where: Chime, Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center
When: March 10th–31st, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM onwards
Price:  Ala carte

• Amrut Launching Amrut Bagheera and Amrut Portonova

Amrut Distilleries, the pioneer of Indian single malt whisky, celebrating its 75th year in the industry, announces the launch of two new limited edition whiskies for the Gurgaon market exclusively. Amrut Bagheera (46% finish) and Amrut Portonova (48% finish) are the product of in-depth research on single malt whiskies carefully crafted with distinct tastes and characteristics. The new limited edition single malt whiskies were released by the world’s renowned whisky connoisseur.

AMRUT BAGHEERA: 46% Finish: The new expression in India

Black Panthers in the lush, breathtaking jungles of the Kabini River in Mysore served as inspiration for Amrut Bagheera single malt whisky. The single-malt whisky is made entirely from six-row barley aged in ex-bourbon and oloroso sherry casks. The rare and limited edition of single malt is named after the enigmatic Bagheera from Rudyard Kipling’s Jungle Book.

AMRUT PORTONOVA: 48% Finish:

Amrut Portonova single malt whisky is made from selected Indian barley grown at the foot of the Himalayas, nurtured by the flowing waters, and cultivated through old and traditional agricultural practices. It is carefully mashed and distilled in small batches to preserve the natural aroma and matured in oak barrels in a unique tropical condition at an altitude of 3,000 feet above sea level in Bangalore, the garden city of India.

Taste Notes: AMRUT BAGHEERA:46% Finish

Nose: Salted caramel in tandem with dark chocolate. There is an array of fruity notes, presumably dried fruits, with an underlying oak tone. There is a hint of sandalwood, which becomes floral with time.

Taste:A fruity affair complemented by floral tones, and the experience is very oily too. The middle ground is creamy, and the sandalwood and wood phenols show their face but are completely controlled by an underlying peat note.

Finish: A sweet and dry peat finish.

Taste Notes:AMRUT PORTONOVA: 48% Finish

Nose: Extremely fruity, with toffee sweetness and tropical spices and hints of coconut and cracked black pepper.

Palate: Homemade red berry jam; caramel sweetness leads to tropical fruits and banana fritters; and some saltiness.

Finish: A very long and fruity end to this, with hints of raspberries and cranberries.

• Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore celebrates International Whisky Day

Hyatt Centric MG Road Bangalore is thrilled to inform you that, to celebrate the upcoming International Whisky Day, the property is organising a fun and zestful Whisky Festival from March 26th to 28th. Each day of the festival will be marked by creatively crafted cocktails by talented Mr. Robert Hospet, the esteemed ambassador of Beam Santori, Hamish Lindsay, the brand ambassador of Ballentines and mixologist Vinay Nautiyal, renowned for crafting ASPRI inspired cocktails.

Where: The Liquid Bar, Hyatt Centric MG Road, Bangalore
Date: 26th to 28th March
Time: 6 PM to 12 AM
Price: Starts from INR 750 for Alcohol

For more details, please call: 959-1510193.

• Mother‘s Recipe introduces Summerwala Sharbat in five flavours

Mother’s Recipe, Indian food brand has announced the launch of a Summerwala Sharbat for the summer season with exciting new range of refreshing flavours : Mango Panna, Rose Sharbat, Jeera Masala, Khus Syrup and Lemon Ginger. With the rising temperature, it is very important to keep our bodies cool and hydrated. Khus, Lemon, Rose, and various ingredients in the sharbat are known to offer various health benefits too such as improving digestion & cooling. Following its value of creating nostalgia for its consumers, the Summerwala Sharbat products will reminisce the nostalgia of having fresh Sharbats to beat the heat in summers. Sharbat is more than just a tasty drink; it’s like a cultural symbol in India. People offer sharbat to guests to show kindness and make them feel welcome. Mother’s Recipe Sharbat range is available in a 750ml PET bottle priced at Rs. 190. The bottles are great for reusing, unbreakable and easy to store in the fridge cabinets.

All the products are available to buy online on www.mothersrecipe.com

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