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MONIN Cup 2026 Returns to India, Celebrating Creativity With Theme ‘Timeless Twists’

by Manaswita Goswami

MONIN India has officially announced the return of the MONIN Cup 2026, the eighth edition of its globally recognised bartending competition that continues to spotlight creativity, innovation, and emerging talent from the hospitality industry. Held every two years across more than 80 countries, the competition has become one of the beverage industry’s most respected platforms […]

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25 Years Later, Amoeba Sports Bar Is Betting on Experience Over Entertainment

by Manaswita Goswami

For a generation of Bangaloreans, Amoeba sports bar was where birthday parties turned competitive, friendships were tested over bowling scores, and weekends disappeared into arcade games. Long before “experience economy” became a business buzzword, Amoeba was already selling it. Now, as the brand marks 25 years and returns to Church Street with a reimagined sports […]

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Father’s Day Gifting Guide: 4 Soju Flavours That Make Every Celebration Special

by Manaswita Goswami

Father’s Day is an opportunity to celebrate the man who has been a constant source of guidance, strength, and support. While traditional gifts never go out of style, a thoughtfully selected bottle featuring unique soju flavours can make the occasion even more memorable. With its smooth character, approachable taste, and growing popularity in India, soju […]

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National Martini Day: 4 Martinis You Need to Try in 2026

by Manaswita Goswami

“The name’s Bond. James Bond.” For decades, that one line was enough to make the Martini the world’s most famous cocktail. Whether shaken or stirred, James Bond transformed a simple mix of spirit and vermouth into a symbol of sophistication. But if Bond made the drink iconic, Emily Nelson from A Simple Favor made it […]

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The Sola Story: A Colonial Bungalow, a Bar and the Business of Hospitality Inflation

by Manaswita Goswami

In Pondicherry’s White Town, a discreet blue door opens into a different pace of life. Behind it stands Sola Bistro and Bar, housed within a restored colonial bungalow that has witnessed decades of change. Today, the property is known for artisanal cocktails, slow-fermented food, and a garden designed for lingering conversations. Yet beyond the carefully […]

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Celebrate National Bourbon Day With These 4 Bourbon Cocktails in Bengaluru

by Manaswita Goswami

National Bourbon Day is the perfect excuse to raise a glass to one of the world’s most versatile spirits. While bourbon is often associated with classic serves, Bengaluru’s bartenders are proving that the American whiskey can be just as exciting in modern, flavour-forward cocktails. From tropical and silky concoctions to coffee-infused highballs and smoky, fermented […]

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Romanov Launches Jazzy Jamun Mint Vodka in Maharashtra, Intensifying Competition in India’s Jamun .

by Manaswita Goswami

Maharashtra, 10 June 2026: Romanov Vodka has expanded its flavoured vodka portfolio with the launch of Romanov Jazzy Jamun Mint Vodka in Maharashtra, introducing a blend of jamun and mint aimed at consumers seeking more adventurous flavour experiences. The launch marks another step in Romanov’s strategy of tapping into locally inspired flavours while keeping pace […]

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“The Next Phase of Indian Gin Will Not Be Built Through Novelty Alone” Says Vaniitha Jain, F.

by Manaswita Goswami

Until less than a decade ago, gin was barely part of India’s mainstream drinking conversation, much less Indian gin leading conversations across the globe. The Indian alcobev market was overwhelmingly dominated by whisky, with rum and beer occupying most urban consumption occasions. Gin existed largely as a legacy category; consumed occasionally, but rarely discussed with […]

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Ironhill India’s Nostalgic Cocktail Recipe Menu

by Manaswita Goswami

Known for operating the world’s largest microbrewery in Marathahalli, Bengaluru, Ironhill India has steadily expanded beyond craft beer into immersive beverage experiences. Since its launch in 2017, the brand has built a strong identity around globally inspired brewing techniques, locally relevant flavours, and high-energy hospitality. This listicle focuses on the cocktail recipe menu shared by […]

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World Whisky Day: From Grain to Glass

by Manaswita Goswami

From Scottish distilleries hidden in the Highlands to India emerging as one of the world’s fastest-growing whisky markets, whisky today is more than just a spirit — it is a global industry built on history, craftsmanship, trade, and culture. Celebrated every year on May 16, World Whisky Day has become a tribute not only to […]

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