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What's On
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
There's a cool new Formula One-inspired mocktail in Abu Dhabi
Your love for sport and mixology, shaken and stirred… This race day-inspired mocktail is simply called Grand Prix , and it's part of La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi's cool new beverage menu, Déjà vu, that was unveiled last night on World Cocktail Day. With elderflower and pear taking pole position, the beverage, priced at Dhs52 (yes, LPM can be surprisingly affordable) celebrates one of the world's favourite races, the Monaco Grand Prix, known for taking place on a unique 'street-circuit' layout. Its cocktail counterpart is called, you guessed it, Monaco. Which should tell you how cleverly the new menu's been designed. It also packs in 9 other creatively conceptualised mocktails, including the Jane (Dhs118), with cantaloupe and tonic water (named after Jane Birkin). It's cocktail counterpart? The Birkin (also Dhs118) – served complete with a silk scarf. Talk about finesse. See a pattern? Déjà vu is cool, smart and clever – a mocktail list of 10 beverages, and a cocktail list serving 10 of its own – placed next to each other, the creations complement each other – all celebrating the Golden Age of the French Riviera. Media: Instagram, What's On archive Other interesting creations that grabbed our attention include the BB Sour/Tropezienne Sour , with lemon, honey and citrus olive oil, the Soleil/Solaris with pink grapefruit, cucumber and lemon, and of course, the Garden of Eden with salted pink apple and lavender soda. While we had to conclude things there since this was a Tuesday night, Déjà vu is an extensive, creative 'carte de boissons' of meticulous masterpieces designed and presented as a print magazine, rolling back the years to 1975. We'll go as far as to say this has the potential to follow in the footsteps of the Le Monde d'Hermès collectors' edition catalogues. French actress, singer, and model Brigitte Bardot makes the cover, before you flip through a whole new world of signature LPM hospitality. And if you're a traditionalist… …you can have a real déjà vu and order the evergreen Tomatini/Tomatino, or Lettre à Coco (inspired by Coco Chanel and Jean Cocteau's friendship). See more here. La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi, The Galleria Al Maryah Island, noon to 1am. @lpmabudhabi > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
News18
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Hop to It: Beer Cocktails That Deserve a Spot at Your Next House Party
Last Updated: If you've never had a beer cocktail, you're missing the most refreshing cocktail spin. World Cocktail Day is the ideal reason to shake things up—and no, we don't mean the typical mixers. If you've never had a beer cocktail, you're missing the most refreshing cocktail spin. From citrus mixes to spicy stouts, these simple beers are house party staples waiting to take center stage. Medusa Radler is a refreshing, low-alcohol beer cocktail that is great for consuming during warm weather and easy sipping. To enjoy this German drink, combine 150 ml of cold Medusa Air (Medusa's mild beer variant with 4.5% ABV brewed using 2-row barley malt) with 150 ml of grapefruit or lemon soda. Add soda into a tall glass, then slowly top it up with Medusa Air to preserve the fizz. Stir gently if necessary and garnish the drink with lemon for a citrusy touch. The smooth, balanced flavor of Medusa Air, along with its slight bitterness, complements the tang of the soda, making it a perfect option for this classic German-style cocktail. The drink is refreshing and crisp, still has the essence of beer and citrusy brightness, making it ideal for afternoons and informal gatherings. Proost It's a hot day, the friends are over, and you're in the mood to experiment. You fill a glass with some orange juice, add a splash of lime, a dash of honey for sweetness, and a pinch of black salt for that desi flavor. Stir it well, then slowly add chilled Proost Premium Beer (6.8% ABV). See the golden fizz rise, it's like a sunset in a glass. One sip, and it's fresh, smooth, and just enough kick. No special tools, no great effort. Just good vibes and a great drink. Cheers to simple evenings! Lone Wolf At Lone Wolf, we believe bold beers deserve equally bold companions, and our beer cocktails are anything but average. These inventive brews bring the bite, the buzz, and the unmistakable character of Lone Wolf into every sip. Meet the Lone Michelada, a fearless twist on the classic, crafted with the tropical sweetness of 30 ml mango juice, the sharp zest of 15 ml lime juice, a fiery kick from 3 dashes of Tabasco, and a dusting of crushed pepper, all brought together with a refreshing top-up of Lone Wolf WILD. For those who prefer a fruit-forward adventure, the Alpha Berry Mimosa is your juicy detour from the usual, blending 10 ml strawberry syrup, 30 ml orange juice, and 10 ml lime juice, finished with a lively pour of Lone Wolf ALPHA beer for a bright, effervescent experience. And if you like your sips bold and blazing, the Lone Blaze is here to deliver: a vivid, bittersweet blend of 30 ml Aperol and 30 ml lemon juice, topped generously with MAVRICK beer, served over ice, and garnished with a lemon twist and cherries. Each cocktail is a new way to unleash your wild side — one Lone Wolf brew at a time. Simba A bold, indulgent cocktail blending craft beer and coffee, perfect for evening sipping or dessert pairings. It combines the roasted notes of Simba Stout (chocolate, coffee, caramel) with the smooth bitterness of cold brew coffee. To make it: pour 150 ml Simba Stout into a chilled glass, add 100 ml unsweetened cold brew, a dash of vanilla or coffee liqueur, stir gently, and serve over a large ice cube. Garnish with roasted coffee beans or an orange peel. A velvety, layered drink, creamy, bold, and ideal for post-dinner unwinding. First Published:
Hindustan Times
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
World Cocktail Day: Experts share fun cocktail varieties you can easily make at home using summer staples
To celebrate World Cocktail Day today, we bring you some easy-to-make cocktails made with summer staples, from raw mango to kokum and cucumbers. Here are 6 cocktails you can try: Sip of Summer Summer cocktails should be uncomplicated - 'like a cool breeze in a glass,' says Asmita Rawal, mixologist at DPB Taj Cidade de Goa, Goa, adding. 'I focus on bringing coastal elements into every sip. It is a simple drink with readily available ingredients like slices of cucumber, handful of mint leaves, coconut water and lime juice.' Mix all these elements and add a splash of gin along with some ice. Add some salt along the rim of a highball glass and serve with a sprig of mint. With the summer sun shinning bright, this cooling cocktail can become your go-to. In a glass, muddle orange and lime wedges with some touch of kokum syrup. Add vodka or rum, and stir gently. Top it with some sparkling water and add lots of ice. Suparna Gawas, Mixologist, Wynk, Vivanta Goa, Panaji, says, 'I like to use kokum in summer cocktails for a tangy twist that's both cooling and antioxidant-rich. To add a touch of fancy to your drink, make floral ice cubes by adding hibiscus, rose or marigold petals into your ice tray with filtered water.'Butterfly Blue Pea Cocktail with Mango and Ice Apple 3 tbsp - Blue pea tea bags 1 cup - Hot water 2.5 tbsp - Sugar A few Ice Cubes 60 ml - Vodka 1 - lemon wedge 60 ml - Lime-flavoured soda 1 tbsp - Mango pieces 1 tbsp - Ice apple chunks Steep the blue pea tea in hot water. Add sugar and stir. Once the tea has cooled, create the cocktail by pouring the tea and vodka in a highball glass and add ice. Add mango and ice apple chunks. Squeeze in some lemon juice. Top the drink off with some lime-flavoured soda. Garnish with edible flowers or a twist of orange peel. Enjoy. 60 ml - Gin 15 ml - Cherry Blossom Tea 10 ml - Elderflower Syrup 15 ml - Rosso 10 ml - Citric 1 can –Soda 1 - Cherry (for garnish) Barring the soda, add all the ingredients in a mixing glass. Add ice and stir gently. Pour it into a Highball glass. Top it with soda. Garnish with a cherry and enjoy. 1 bottle - Merlot 1 - Apple, sliced 1 - Pear, sliced 1 - Orange, sliced 1/2 cup - Strawberries, halved 2 tbsp - Sugar (adjust to taste) 1/2 cup - Orange juice 1 - Cinnamon stick (for garnish) Orange segments (for garnish) In a large pitcher, add the sliced apples, pears, oranges and strawberries, along with sugar. Release the fruits' juices by gently muddle them with the sugar using a wooden spoon. Pour in the orange juice and mix everything. Add the bottle of Merlot and stir gently. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate the drink overnight to allow the flavours to deepen and blend together. Before serving, garnish each glass with an orange segment and add cinnamon stick.
The Citizen
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Recipe of the day: Golden garden spritz cocktail
Today is World Cocktail Day, the perfect opportunity to pause, pour, and explore the flavours of the season. In honour of World Cocktail Day, Aston Julius, the food and beverage mastermind at Radisson Red V&A Waterfront, is introducing a cosy, winter-inspired twist on a classic spritz, perfect for leisurely sipping and warming up during the chilly months. World Cocktail Day commemorates the anniversary of the first published definition of the term 'cocktail' in a New York tabloid back in 1806. It was described as 'a stimulating liquor, composed of spirits of any kind, sugar, water, and bitters,' a blend that has blossomed into a rich culture of innovative mixology over the years. Today, cocktails are all about creating memorable moments: that serene hour just before sunset, a gathering with friends, or a quiet ritual to signal the end of a long day. For Julius, this is what makes the Golden Garden Spritz (winter edition) so enchanting. 'There's something uniquely comforting about a winter evening,' shares Julius. 'The air gets crisp, the light dims, and time seems to slow just enough to appreciate what's in your glass. 'That feeling inspired this cocktail. It's elegantly simple, a tender way to elevate the enjoyment of the colder season.' ALSO READ: Makhadzi weighs in on Scotts Maphuma fiasco, fans respond: 'Try again, sis!' Golden Garden Spritz (winter edition) recipe: Ingredients 60ml vodka or gin 30ml fresh lemon juice (lime juice also works) 15ml honey syrup (see recipe below) 2 to 3 slices of fresh strawberries A few torn mint leaves Your choice of: soda water (light and classic), tonic water (bittersweet, great with gin), ginger beer (warming and spicy), lemonade or Sprite (extra citrusy), honey syrup (mix equal parts honey and hot water. Stir until fully combined. Store in the fridge for up to a week.) Method In a tall glass, add the strawberries and mint. Gently muddle with a spoon to release the flavour. Add your spirit of choice, lemon juice and honey syrup. Stir with ice. Top with your preferred fizzy mixer. Garnish with mint or an extra slice of strawberry if you like. This cocktail is designed to be as flexible as it is flavourful. Want it fruitier? Add extra berries or a splash of juice. More tart? Up the citrus. Prefer it sweeter? Add more syrup or try maple for richness. The Golden Garden Spritz is a starting point. The rest is up to you. There's no perfect way to enjoy it. Take it outdoors for a patio sunset, sip it fireside, or pour a round at your next dinner with friends. World Cocktail Day reminds us of the long tradition behind our favourite drinks. But this year, enjoy the moment in a more relaxed way. No fancy tools, no fuss. Just the right flavours for the season, made your way. Recipe supplied by: Aston Julius, food and beverage creative at Radisson Red Waterfront
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
World Cocktail Day: 7 innovative cocktails to try at home
is celebrated every year on May 13 to honour the art and history of cocktails — those delightful, creative blends of spirits, mixers, and flavors. The date marks the publication of the first definition of a cocktail in 1806, which described it as a stimulating liquor composed of spirits, sugar, water, and bitters. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Today, cocktails have evolved into a global culture of mixology, innovation, and social connection. From classic favorites like the Mojito and Martini to modern craft creations, World Cocktail Day encourages enthusiasts and bartenders alike to explore new recipes, enjoy responsibly, and appreciate the craftsmanship behind every glass. This World Cocktail Day, try this innovative cocktails at home and celebrate with friends and family. Recipe by: Nishant K Gaurav, Mixologist, Guppy Ingredients: 2 slices of grapefruit 1 slice of orange 2 basil leaves 15 ml lemon juice 15 ml simple syrup 20 ml orange juice 60 ml gin Method: Use a fancy, clear glass. Add all ingredients to a shaker. Shake well with ice cubes. Strain and pour into the glass. Garnish with a basil leaf and a slice of grapefruit Down and Dirty Recipe by: Harish Chhimwal, Lead Mixologist, Monkey Bar Ingredients: 45 ml gin 15 ml Otto's rosso vermouth 10 ml super sour 30 ml amla brine Method: Shaken with ice (small block), double strained into a chilled martini coupe. And garnish with fennel leaf Spill The Juice Recipe by: Jenu Sunny, Head Mixologist, One8 Commune Golf Course Road Ingredients: 200 ml gin 80 ml watermelon juice 40 ml amaro 40 ml homemade strawberry syrup 80 ml lime Acid Method: Mix all the ingredients together in a shaker and filter through coffee paper. Serve with block ice Dos Me Up Spicy Recipe by: Jitendre Sharma, Regional Manager & Mixologist, Dos Delhi Ingredients: 60 ml tequila 15 ml wasabi 5 gm basil 5 gm cilantro 60 ml sour cream 5 ml agave Method: Sous vide tequila with basil and cilantro for 4 hours at 70 degrees Celsius. Take out from sous vide & let it go through cold bath Add sour cream and curdle it for 30 minutes After 30 minutes filter it through coffee filter Keep the clear liquid in a glass bottle in refrigerator Serve on the rocks with herb salt rim and garnish it with dehydrated celery leaf. Tomatillo Recipe by: Harish Chhimwal, Head Mixologist, The Grammar Room Ingredients: 45 ml mezcal 15 ml dry vermouth 30 ml tomato cordial 2–3 drops saline solution (or a pinch of fine sea salt) Ice Method: Fill a mixing glass with ice. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Add mezcal, dry vermouth, tomato cordial, and saline. Stir gently until well chilled and combined. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a tomato slice or herb of choice (optional). Soldado Recipe by: Fay Barretto (Mr Bartender and the crew), Miss Margarita Ingredients: 60 ml mezcal 20 ml mint & watermelon rind shrub 10 ml supasawa 10 ml milk Method: Stir in all the ingredients in Nick & Nora glass. Garnish with 1 watermelon ball and enjoy. The Bermuda Triangle Recipe by: Imran Alam, Director of F&B, Radisson Blu Pune Hinjawadi Ingredients: 15 ml spiced rum 10 ml peach schnapps 5 ml orange juice Ice Orange slice or cherry for garnish Method: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the spiced rum, peach schnapps, and orange juice. Shake well until chilled. Strain into a highball or rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with an orange slice or cherry.
