10 Cocktail Bars Putting Kolkata On The Mixology Map

AMPM cleverly incorporates the following concept within its design. AMPM Park Street is a café and bar that skilfully blends contemporary design elements with a bygone past. The flex of the café-bar? The in-house brand Ngarum roasts single-origin beans directly from Nagaland. These beans produce not just excellent coffee but also unique-tasting beverages. Try the Before PM Martini, which is enhanced with Bengali chilli liqueur, tequila, and espresso, or the Park Street Negroni with coffee-infused whisky. Nolen Gur even gives the AMPM Old Fashioned a regional spin. Coffee and cocktails come together here, and they both succeed. Savour the tasty Goan Chorizo Masala packed in a poi or enjoy BBQ corn ribs with a cool mojito crème. A delicious blend of flavours and textures awaits in the Bacon and Blue Cheese Kulchas. The variety of Crispies, which includes kur kuri bhindi, kaccha kela, and shakarkandi, along with a dip of beetroot pachadi, is a delicious option for anyone looking for a light snack.

Must-Try: AMPM Old Fashioned, Park Street Negroni, Bacon and Blue Cheese Kulcha, BBQ Corn Ribs with a cool mojito crème

Timings: 11 AM - 12 AM

Price: INR 2,000 for two

Contact: 09830153317

Instagram: @ampm.kolkata

Google Rating: 4.2/5

The most recent addition to Little Bit Sober is "Chapter 3: Friends of the Bar", which pays tribute to the F&B game that has now made Kolkata famous worldwide. Kolkata mainstays like Amar Khamar, Fat Little Penguin, Craft Coffee, Paramount, Nahoum's, Fabelle, and Flurys, all of which are distinguished by their dedication to fine craftsmanship and genuine flavour, serve as inspiration for the cocktails. Instead of imitating what they serve, the bar adopts their mindset. For Instance, the Cacao that has been infused with JW Black Label Whiskey, Paolo Santo, Cacao Cognac Fragellico and Bitters; Sherbet lights up the table with its blue glow in Bombay Sapphire Gin, Infused Spirulina and Honeydew Melon Soda.

Must-Try: Kanji, Cacao, Breakfast, in-house chips, dim sums, Gambas Pil Pil, Boti Roti, Pan Seared Bhetki With Herb Gobhindobhog, Coco Date Pudding or Raspberry and Chocolate Entremet

Timings: 4 PM - 12 AM

Price: INR 2,500 for two

Contact: 08240063379

Instagram: @littlebitsober.kolkata

Google Rating: 4.4/5

The Bell Pepper Martini at Taj Bengal's The Junction. Citrus and fresh bell pepper give vodka and Chartreuse a vibrant foundation. The flavours are sweet, sour, savoury, and spicy. There's also the Junction Twist and Melon Sensation if you don't enjoy martinis like this one. It will transport you back in time and remind you of a pub from the British era. Listed by many as one of the top eight whisky bars, it thrives on its collection, including Single Malt Lagavulin 16 years, Cragganmore 12 years, Dalwhinnie 15 years, and Johnnie Walker Platinum Label 18 years, among its many other exceptional single malts available in this vast array of rare whiskies.

Must-Try: Bell Pepper Martini, Junction Twist, Melon Sensation, Sour Martini, Murg Malai Tikka, Thai Vegetable Spring Rolls, Nachos, and Kuti Mirch Ka Paneer

Timing: 4 PM - 12 PM

Price: INR 5,000 for two

Contact: 03366123939

Instagram: @tajbengal

Google Rating: 4.5/5

Refinery091 in Sector V is where you try cocktails to wind down after a busy week. Get the Berry Hunter G&T, a delicious gin-based beverage that contains refreshing ingredients like ginger, kaffir, and lemongrass to keep you feeling cool throughout the summer. Cranberry juice is added on top to give it a delicious touch! Summer Booster is a simple drink intended for hot days that contains Glucon-D, cucumber juice, and rum to keep you happy and cool. White rum, maize, honey, and thyme are the ingredients of the light yellow beverage known as the Sweetcorn Twist. It has a delicious, flowery juice flavour!

Must-Try: Berry Hunt G&T, Sweetcorn Twist, Quinoa Cilantro Paneer Chunks, Kerala Kozhi Paniyaram

Timing: 12 PM - 12 AM, Monday to Thursday, and 12 PM - 2 AM, Friday to Sunday

Price: INR 2,500 for two

Contact: 09830853558

Instagram: @refinery091official

Google Rating: 4.4/5

ØLTERRA, or "The Land of Beer" in Greek, is an artistically designed 9,000-square-foot cocktail bar and brewery. The 100-foot-long island bar where all of the creative concoctions are made is your focal point here. Choose from over 22 speciality cocktails along with the culinary selection, including Indian, fusion, Oriental, Mexican, and Italian dishes. The remarkable cocktail menu 'In Search of Bengal 2.0' is an immersive journey into the rich, sometimes overlooked cultural and culinary legacy of West Bengal. While Cossimbazar reimagines Murshidabad's royal Chhanabora with Aberfeldy 12, peanut butter, and black cardamom — two drinks that taste like Bengal's past meeting its buzzing present, 7th Mile harnesses Kalimpong's flavour story with Patrón Silver, local cheese, and Gundruk.

Must-Try: Patrón Silver, 7th Mile, Tales of Mangrove, Grilled Exotic Risotto, Penne Paprika Cream, Non-Veg Platter, Choco Hazelnut Mousse

Timing: 12 PM - 11:45 PM

Price: INR 2,500 for two

Contact: 06292222900

Instagram: @olterraindia

Google Rating: 4.8/5

The cocktails are a boozy salute to the city's spirit. On Sundays, they host a lively brunch featuring creative cocktails, laid-back vibes, and friendly company. Daring and lively concoctions like Drunch Drizzle, Golden Hour Hangover, Savage Sunrise, Hic o'Clock, and Spill the Brunch may just become the highlight of this experience. There are low-ABV brunch cocktails for a milder lift, which mix traditional Aperol Spritz and zesty Twisted Garibaldi, as well as the fragrant Brunch Drip and crisp Lazy Buzz. The food is served à la carte. Grilled lamb chops in Parmesan fonduta, Pumpkin Risotto with truffle and a Baked Brie that is so rich it almost melts in one bite. 

Must-Try: Vistiman’s Manhattan, Potter's Tradition, Golden Hour Hangover, Savage Sunrise, Baked Brie

Timing: 5 PM-12 AM, Monday-Tuesday; 5 PM-1 AM, Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday; 5 PM-2 AM, Friday and Saturday.

Price: INR 2,800 for two

Contact: 07003948087

Instagram: @atm.calcutta

Google Rating: 4.8/5

Without a doubt, one of the most well-liked locations for live music enthusiasts with a side of cocktails. Since its founding in 1994, it has had a distinctive old-school rock sound, a thrilling atmosphere, and incredible live performances. Indian, Chinese, Continental, and Mediterranean cuisines are all represented on the menu. A variety of wines and spirits are also offered by the eatery. Get the Jumping Jack Flash, a blend of orange liqueur, seasonal fruits, and Jack Daniel's. You can also try the Alligator, a vodka, peach, and melon combination. If that's not to your taste, try House of the Rising Sun, which has gin, purple, orange, and grenadine syrup. 

Must-Try: English Lemonade, Sweet Sixteen, Alligator, Mac & Cheese pakora bites, Masala Boiled Eggs, Chicken Sausage fry, Beer-Battered Fish & Chips

Timing: 4 PM - 12 AM

Price: INR 1,500 for two

Contact: 08822027300

Instagram: @someplaceelselive

Google Rating: 4.3/5

Every visit to Skypoint, the rooftop bar at ITC Royal Bengal, transports you back to the 1970s and 1980s. It gives a fully immersive experience with its elegant antique decor. Classic dishes are remixed with flavours from around the world in One Classic, Five Versions. Combine that with cocktails that create the perfect atmosphere, expansive city views, and live soloist performances. Enjoy sushi, prawn tacos, Ajwaini Mahi Tikka, or Malai broccoli as a stargazing snack. Skypoint is more than simply a rooftop; throughout the month, it's the pinnacle of food, music, and atmosphere in Kolkata.

Must-Try: K for Kolkata, Rosegarden, Tossed Asparagus and Shiitake, Popcorn Shrimp, Tempura Sushi Rolls, Chips

Timing: 4 PM - 12 AM

Price: INR 2,500 for two

Contact: 03344464646

Instagram: @itcroyalbengal

Google Rating: 4.8/5

Olive Cafe & Bar in Kolkata provides a laid-back, opulent ambience by fusing Mediterranean tastes with regional elements. The cafe's outstanding cuisine and well-mixed cocktails are complemented by its white-walled décor, which was inspired by Tagore's vision. It is a must-visit location because of its signature dishes, which include Bruschetta, Soft Fish Tacos, and Super Bowl Salad, which showcase a blend of Kolkata and Mediterranean culinary traditions.

Must-Try: Bruschetta, Got My Goat Cheese Pizza, Chevre & Fig Tart, Pork Belly, Soft Fish Tacos, Burnt Basque Cheesecake, Yellow Taxi, Mishti Joy and Tolly Gunge

Timing: 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Price: INR 2,000 for two

Contact: 8828099667

Instagram: @olivecafekolkata

Google Rating: 4.3/5

The menu emphasises presentation and accessibility across price categories, complementing SOCIAL's current food options. It features whimsical serves like candy-wrapped cocktails, test-tube shots, and shareable pitchers among updated classics. The Longest Long Island Iced Coffee (LLIIC), a 750 ml coffee-spiked drink that's already creating buzz, joins the LLIIT, or Longest Long Island Iced Tea. Drinks delivered in post-office-style envelopes (Lifaafa), shots poured from colourful test tubes (SOCIAL Kami Krazy), and cocktails packaged like candy (Candy Crush) are all part of the new SOCIAL Lubes category. There's also SOCIAL Emotions, a range of four cocktails with names like Zen AF, Weird Flex, Delulu, and Aura, each bottling a different mood. The Sangria Pitchers layer alcohol with coffee, spice, or tropical fruit and provide shared serves with varieties like Cosmo Berry, Tropical Twist, House Spice, Java, and Rita. The SOCIAL Bomb, an explosive two-part cocktail that leans towards spectacle, is one of the high-energy dishes.

Must-Try: SOCIAL Bomb, Sangria Pitchers, The Longest Long Island Iced Coffee (LLIIC), Nina Aunty's Mutton Dhansak With Brown Rice, Chalo Chelo, Anda Mutton Seek Paratha

Timing: 11 AM - 2 AM

Price: INR 1,500 for two

Contact: 08657035260

Instagram: @parkstreetsocial

Facebook: Social Offline

Google Rating: 4.2/5