Knock, knock, the scorching summers are here! Fortunately, there are quite a few refreshing drinks to beat the heat in the city. Mumbai, not only famous for its mouthwatering street food, is also a paradise when it comes to thirst-quenching beverages. You'll always see a sode wale bhaiya or someone selling sugarcane juice on the roadside. But did you know there's so much more you can try in the city? From fruity to exotic blends, this city has something for every palate. Here is our curated list of the best summer drinks that will leave you feeling rejuvenated in this sweltering weather.
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Beat the Heat Cocktail at the Woodside Inn
If delicate, zesty flavours delight your taste buds, you will surely love the Beat The Heat cocktail. This invigorating drink by Woodside Inn is concocted using fresh ingredients such as mandarin oranges, basil, Bombay Sapphire gin, and tonic water. Your senses would relish this cocktail for its sweet yet citrusy flavour profile, which complements the gin and basil combination.
Price: INR 725
The Tropical Tonic at Toast and Tonic
If you are a fan of cocktails, especially those with gin, you are in for a real treat. The Tropical Tonic at Toast & Tonic is a burst of tropical flavours, with that fizzy tonic adding an exciting twist. It is prepared with a blend of gin, mango, and jalapeno shrub and served with orange-infused ice. What makes this drink perfect for summer is the fruity freshness of mango, a subtle kick from jalapeno, and the cooling effect of ice.
Price: INR 730
Jab V Met at Hitchki
If you are a hardcore Bollywood fan, try Hitchki's Jab V Met. This drink will remind you of those nostalgic childhood summer holiday memories. It is a concoction crafted with Kairi panna, amchur, and gin. This beverage perfectly blends the flavours of summer in every sip and feels tangy yet super refreshing. Whether you are chilling with friends or unwinding after a long day, Jab V Met is the perfect pick-me-up.
Price: INR 585
Coffee Shrub with Tonic at Perch Wine and Coffee Bar
Perch's Wine and Coffee Bar in Mumbai is a paradise for coffee aficionados like us! A sunny day, a cosy corner at Perch, and a glass of their signature Coffee Shrub With Tonic is simply pure bliss. This electrifying drink is a delightful fusion of in-house speciality coffee, brown sugar, and balsamic vinegar. The moment you sip this caffeinated beverage, it gives you a kick that energises you all day.
Price: INR 295
Aamchi Bantai Soda at Loco Poco
Loco Poco serves a slice of Mumbai in a drinkable form with their summer drink, Aamchi Bantai Soda. The word Bantai is like the quintessential Mumbai lingo for brotherhood, adding that local flavour to the drink. When you order this concoction, the staff opens the marble and pours out that iconic Bantai soda right before you. The twist comes to light when they add a splash of grapefruit. Then, they toss in some frozen berries to further elevate the experience.
Price: INR 500 onwards
Thai Spritz at Nara Thai
If you are craving a taste of Thailand in Mumbai, head to Nara Thai. Treat yourself to their Thai Spritz, as it represents a summer paradise in every sip. This concoction bursts with lemongrass gin, soda, sparkling wine, zesty lime, tangy green apple, and a hint of lemongrass syrup. Sipping this cocktail is like a symphony of traditional Thai flavours dancing on your taste buds. They top off the drink with fresh mint and lemongrass, giving it that extra aromatic punch.
Price: INR 790
Super Green Smoothie at Sequel
At Sequel, health meets deliciousness in the form of their Super Green Smoothie. It is a nutritious yet delightful beverage to supercharge your senses. This smoothie's ingredient list comprises avocado, baby spinach, celery, cucumber, unsweetened mango pulp, oats, and bananas. Besides, the topping of raspberries and sunflower seeds imparts an enticing texture and aesthetic appeal to the smoothie.
Price: INR 600
Paris at The Sassy Spoon
The Sassy Spoon is bringing the Parisian charm to Mumbai with their cocktail, Paris. This floral, sweet, and airy-light beverage would transport you to the romantic city of Paris. It is crafted using exotic ingredients such as Beefeater gin, luscious lychee juice, fragrant rose syrup, and citrus. Each element plays its part in creating a drink that is not just a beverage but an indulgent experience for summer evenings.
Price: INR 625
The Tender Coconut Sip at Silly
Do you want to revisit your summer vacation memories? The Tender Coconut Sip at Silly will whisk you away to a tropical paradise. This cocktail contains Bacardi Carta Blanca, fresh coconut water, tangy grapefruit juice, in-house chai spice, and fragrant rose water. It also includes a dash of citric essence and exotic yuzu extract for a robust flavour profile. You will love its presentation as the drink is served in a real coconut shell, topped with a delicate orchid flower.
Price: INR 600
