Shake, Stir, Sip: India's Most Innovative Cocktail Destinations to Explore Right Now

India's cocktail culture is entering a golden age.

- TDG NETWORK

From regional infusions and Himalayan botanicals to menus inspired by Indian art and summer nostalgia, bartenders across the country are rewriting the rules of mixology. Here's a look at some of the most inventive cocktail destinations that are shaking things up in style.

IDYLLL, Bengaluru - A Cocktail Book That Tells India's Story

Bengaluru's IDYLLL has launched India Illustrated, a one-of-a-kind cocktail book that celebrates the country's visual culture through mixology. Head Bartender Virendra Singh has crafted 15 signature cocktails, each inspired by India's regional culinary landscapes and traditional art—from temple carvings to street murals. The drinks are beautifully presented, offering a multisensory experience that blurs the line between a beverage and a piece of art. Each cocktail is an ode to India's layered identity and priced between Rs 625 to Rs 975.

PARTTWO, Bengaluru - Botanical Innovation in a Glass