LIQUID DESSERTS Cocktails Inspired by Indian Sweets

Some celebrations call for a toast. Others, for dessert. But the best ones?

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They call for both-preferably in the same glass.

Welcome to the decadent, delicious world of liquid desserts where cocktails take their cue from India's most beloved sweets, creating drinks that are as indulgent as they are imaginative. Think creamy, spiced, fragrant blends that channel the essence of rasmalai, gulab jamun, gajar halwa, and even kaju katli, all shaken, stirred, and served with flair.

This isn't just a gimmick. It's a full-blown trend that's taken hold in India's most creative bars, from Goa's boutique beachside spots to urban cocktail dens in Mumbai, Bangalore, and beyond. And it's more than nostalgia-it's about celebrating flavour, craft, and a little bit of drama.

THE BIRTH OF A TREND

Traditionally, dessert cocktails have been defined by Western classics-tiramisu martinis, chocolate liqueur shots, espresso and Baileys concoctions. But today, Indian palates are leaning into flavours they've grown up with, and bartenders are responding with inventive drinks that blend comfort with complexity.