5 Desi Vodka Cocktails For Your Next Festive Gathering
Vodka cocktails inspired by Indian flavours can be a real game changer at your festive house party. Not only will these cocktails carry interesting flavour combinations, they will also feature regional, seasonal ingredients which add that subtle desi effect into the party’s festivities. A clear, crisp spirit like vodka becomes an excellent canvas for experimenting with these regionally inspired cocktails especially because its neutral flavour can embody a whole host of other robust tasting notes. Add some of these tangy, spiced and sweet regional elements to your festive cocktails with some Indian-inspired mixes.
Masala Nimbu Vodka Soda
Zesty, salty and mildly spiced, this cocktail brings together the tangy taste of lime juice with the zingy notes of chaat masala and black salt in a rather interesting flavour combination. Think cocktail touch on the classic nimbu soda while concocting this mixture — a fizzy, tangy and bright drink befitting a festive occasion.
Watermelon-Basil Cooler
Complete with fruity and herbal nuances and the aromatic finish of a basil leaf garnish, this cocktail brings forth a classic sweet and aromatic flavour combination. Fresh, subtly fruity and laced with the peppery notes of basil, the drink can be accentuated with just a hint of lemon juice for a brighter, tangier depth.
Chai Espresso Martini Cocktail
Craft a spiced and creamy concoction complete with the addition of freshly brewed masala chai which functions as a crossover between a cocktail and hot tea in a rather rich and flavourful mixture. This drink laced with the aromas of cinnamon and cardamom can be served as a post-dinner beverage in place of dessert.
Jamun Vodka Smash
If you happen to have jamun juice at home, craft this cocktail by bringing this tangy and sweet mixer together with Smirnoff’s Minty Jamun vodka or any other vodka of choice and just a hint of cumin powder. This flavour accent will introduce a zingy, fresh element into the cocktail which can be further accentuated with a black salt rim.
Rose Lassi Martini Cocktail
The luxurious, floral qualities of gulkand or rose water added to the drink introduce a desi, festive touch into the vodka martini cocktail variation you prepare at the season’s festive gathering. Garnish the drink with a dash of cardamom powder and a saffron strand for a more luxe effect. The creamy consistency of the drink makes it an ideal for those who prefer to sip on something sweet after a meal.
*All cocktails listed use 30 ml liquor measurements for single serves. Drink Responsibly. This communication is for audiences above the age of 25.
