Top Trending Drinks Taking Over Summer 2025
Whether you're sipping on popping boba in the afternoon heat or settling into a mezcal cocktail under the stars, Summer 2025's drinks are all about bold flavour
Summer and refreshing drinks go together like sunshine and beach days. When the mercury rises, there's nothing quite like wrapping your hands around an ice-cold beverage that's equal parts thirst-quencher and mood-lifter. And this year, the drink scene is coming in strong—with wild flavour mash-ups, nostalgic throwbacks, and bold, unexpected ingredients that are redefining what we sip on. Whether you're into tangy, sweet, briny, or boozy, there's something trending this summer to suit every palate.
Here are the coolest drinks making waves in Summer 2025:
Tim Hortons India is stirring up summer nostalgia with a fun twist—introducing Summer Poppers with Popping Boba in three bold and distinctly Indian flavours: Spicy Jamun, Mosambi Litchi, and Aam Panna. Each one is a refreshing nod to local favourites.
Spicy Jamun delivers a tangy punch with a spicy kick.
Mosambi Litchi offers citrusy coolness with a tropical flair.
Aam Panna brings back the beloved raw mango sharpness—now with popping boba that burst on the tongue for extra excitement.
Blessing by Fay Barretto (Mr Bartender and the Crew) at Miss Margarita
Drawing inspiration from ancient Aztec birthing traditions, this cocktail is as spiritual as it is sensational. Created by mixologist Fay Barretto, Blessing features chamomile-infused mezcal, green apple, green tea syrup, and a surprising splash of pickle juice—tempered with lime and a touch of vegan foamer for texture. Topped with tonic and blended with ice, it's garnished with baby's breath for a delicate visual flourish.
The result? Earthy, tart, soothing, and slightly pickled—like a sacred ceremony for your taste buds.
Known for its chic, conscious cocktails, The Grammar Room is taking things up a notch this summer with a new menu curated by Harish Chhimwal, focusing on sustainability and local produce.
Signature highlights:
TGR Tequila Martini with amla brine – a zesty, zero-waste twist on a classic
Strawberry & Coffee Sangria – fruity meets bold roast
Raspberry Sorbet Spritzer – tart, fizzy, and Insta-ready
Salted Plum Negroni – savoury and sharp with a desi twist
Each outlet has its own showstoppers:
Mehrauli: Coconut Rum Mizuwari, Mezcal Mizuwari
Gurgaon: Long Miles Old Fashioned, and the tangy, tropical Gondhoraj & Green Mango Gimlet
TGR MEHRAULI
📍 One Style Mile, Mehrauli, New Delhi | ⏰ 11AM–12AM | ₹2400 (for two with alcohol)
TGR KHAN MARKET
📍 73B, Middle Lane, Khan Market, New Delhi | ⏰ 8:30AM–12:30AM | ₹2600
TGR GURGAON
📍 HLGF-5, 32nd Avenue, Sector 15, Gurgaon | ⏰ 11AM–12AM | ₹2200
Just Call Me Boogie by Dos Delhi
When tequila gets funky
Meet the drink that dares to dance: Just Call Me Boogie is an umami-packed cocktail that plays with flavour in all the right ways. Crafted with tequila and kombu (edible kelp), it gets a fresh lift from love apple and green pepper, rounded out with a pinch of Himalayan salt and a creamy goat cheese finish.
It's tangy, earthy, a little briny—and totally unforgettable.
Timings: 11AM – 12AM
Meal for two: ₹2500
Reservations: +91 85277 79328
Whether you're sipping on popping boba in the afternoon heat or settling into a mezcal cocktail under the stars, Summer 2025's drinks are all about bold flavour, inventive pairings, and feel-good vibes. Cheers to staying cool, one sip at a time.
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