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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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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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Seoulmate Soju Launches in Karnataka Market

by Manaswita Goswami

There’s a quiet shift happening in India’s alcobev landscape. Drinkers are moving beyond the familiar, seeking experiences that feel global yet personal, playful yet well-crafted. And right at this intersection arrives Seoulmate Soju—a spirit that doesn’t just introduce a new category, but a whole new way of drinking. With its launch in Karnataka, Nuvola Spirits […]

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Cocktail Culture in India: Top 7 Places To Try

by interbev

A new wave is taking over cocktail culture in India—and it’s being led by what’s in the glass. Across Mumbai, Jaipur, Bangalore, Pune, and Pondicherry, a fresh crop of bars is putting cocktails at the forefront. This shift in cocktail culture in India is driven by inventive infusions, layered storytelling, and menus that feel as […]

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Cocktail Philosophy at Sora: Craft, Culture, Curiosity

by Manaswita Goswami

At Sora, the bar is not just an extension of the kitchen—it is a narrative in itself. Helmed by Sanyog Nikharge, Head Mixologist at The Primo by Mann & Salwa, the beverage program reflects a thoughtful blend of discipline, creativity, and cultural dialogue. From his training with B.Art.Tenders to earning a WSET Level 2 in […]

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Karnataka Ends Liquor Price Controls in Major Policy Reform

by Manaswita Goswami

Karnataka is set to implement one of the most significant alcohol policy reforms in India in decades. Beginning April 2026, the state will end government-controlled liquor pricing, introduce an alcohol-in-beverage (AIB) based taxation system, and simplify its pricing structure, fundamentally reshaping how alcoholic beverages are priced and taxed in the state. Announced as part of […]

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How Craft Cocktails Are Changing India’s Drinking Culture

by Manaswita Goswami

A day that celebrates the people who know your drink before you do, February 24, World Bartender Day, isn’t just another date on the industry calendar. It’s a nod to the people who remember your usual, rescue a bad day with a well-timed pour, and somehow convince you to try a spirit you swore you […]

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Best Valentine’s Day Cocktails & Dining Experiences

by Manaswita Goswami

Valentine’s Day in India is no longer about predictable prix-fixe dinners. Today’s celebrations lean into immersive themes, inventive bar programmes, and social experiences that feel effortless rather than staged. Across Bengaluru and Mumbai, restaurants are reimagining the evening with curated menus, live entertainment, and drinks designed to become the best Valentine’s Day cocktail of the […]

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Indian Whisky Enters a New Cultural Chapter

by Manaswita Goswami

The Indian whisky story is entering a fresh chapter, one shaped by younger drinkers, changing lifestyles, and a renewed interest in authenticity. The category is still vast and diverse, but its direction feels sharper than ever. Consumers today want more meaning in their glass. They look beyond age statements and familiar labels, seeking stories, craft, […]

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