Diwali celebrations are in full swing, accompanied by family gatherings, vibrant decorations, and festive food boards. This 5-day festive series brings joy and a sense of togetherness. If you’re planning a Diwali party at home, there are countless elements to consider. The grand Hindu festival is celebrated across India with great enthusiasm, allowing people to spend quality time together while enjoying delightful cocktails and dishes. To help make your experience less stressful and more memorable, here are three cocktail recipes from Aryaan Sundaram, Beverage Operations Executive at Monika Alcobev, that will ensure your guests return for seconds. Elevate your Diwali party with these recipes and enjoy!
Hayman’s Old Tom Gin: The Victorian Fizz
Ingredients
- 2 oz Hayman’s Old Tom Gin
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz tonic water
- Lemon twist, for garnish
Instructions
- In a shaker, mix the Old Tom gin, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice.
- Shake well and strain into a highball glass filled with ice.
- Top with tonic water and gently stir.
- Garnish with a lemon twist.
Tenjaku Gin: Japanese Garden
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tenjaku Gin
- 0.5 oz yuzu puree
- 5-6 fresh cucumber slices
- 5-6 mint leaves
- 0.5 oz lime juice
- Tonic water top-up
- Cucumber slice, for garnish
Instructions
- In a shaker, combine Tenjaku Gin, yuzu puree, cucumber slices, mint leaves, and lime juice with ice.
- Shake well and strain into a Collins glass. Top up with tonic water.
- Garnish with a cucumber slice.
Tenjaku Gin: Skylark Grapefruit Fizz
Ingredients
- 45 ml Tenjaku Gin
- 20 ml lime juice
- 20 ml simple syrup
- 60 ml grapefruit juice
- Top-up with tonic water
- Orange wheel, for garnish
Instructions
- Shake all ingredients except for tonic water and strain into a Collins glass filled with ice.
- Top up with tonic water.
- Garnish with an orange wheel.