Cocktails with a Twist: Mixology Meets Ayurveda

In the age of mindful drinking, cocktails are getting a soulful makeover. Gone are the days when a drink was just a mix of spirits and syrups. Today's mixologists are turning to Ayurveda, India's ancient wellness system, to craft beverages that are not only delicious but also healing.

- SANJANA CHAWLA

Welcome to the world of Ayurvedic mixology, where turmeric meets tequila and basil blends with gin creating concoctions that please the palate and nurture the body.

Ayurveda believes in balance of body, mind, and energy (doshas). Translating this philosophy into mixology means infusing drinks with herbs, spices, and botanicals that align with the body's natural rhythm.

Ingredients like tulsi (holy basil), ginger, turmeric, fennel, cardamom, and honey are replacing refined sugars and artificial mixers. Each addition brings not only flavour but also a function from aiding digestion to calming the mind.

"Think of these as cocktails that care lighter on the liver, stronger on wellness."