Bangalore is home to some really good bars and they serve up some fantastic, well-crafted cocktails. We however dug deeper and found out that folks love their tequila-based cocktails and there are plenty of spots in town that are serving some crazy good tequila cocktails. If you're in the mood to party, this is just the list to save.
Mezcal, Margarita, And Mexico: 14 Best Tequila Cocktails In Town
Leaf At Copitas
The drink which is part of The Greener Future menu that is inspired by using every part of the plant, features tequila, betel leaves, saffron, honey water, and lime juice for an addictive drink that you can't put down or not order another round of. Paloma and Margarita are on the menu as well.
Afternoon Sun At Daysie All Day Casual Bar
Any drink that features a kick, especially a spicy kick, we're ordering. This one's made with Don Angel tequila with a beautiful peppery kick courtesy of the homemade Sichuan peppercorn syrup, red bell pepper juice, and lime. If the drink's too spicy, then try the Golden Hour which features the same tequila but with a Gujarati chunda pickle! Yum!
Southern Star At Bar Spirit Forward
The Southern Star features flavours of guava, citrus and plum. It's tough to stop with just one and it's a great cocktail that's light and refreshing. Plus, the fermented plum brings out the cocktail to a whole new level.
Timekeeper's Smoke At The Drawing Room
At this cocktail-forward bar turn your attention to the Timekeeper's Smoke which features orange liqueur, cold-pressed orange juice, lapsang souchong tea, and a dash of Himalayan pink salt. The result? A drink that features citrusy, earthy, woody flavour with a hint of savouriness.
Oaxaca Sour At KOKO
The Asian bar & kitchen has a drink called Oaxaca Sour that features Fandango Mezcal, lemon juice, egg white, and sugar syrup. It's like a Whisky Sour but with tequila, so you get a drink that's elevated. There's also Leaf Game, which features Patron Silver tequila with housemade KOKO herbal liqueur, pineapple, ginger, sandalwood, and mint leaves for a drink that will have you sipping continuously.
The Solution At Roxie
The craft house serves an interesting concoction called The Solution. Now, we're not sure what your problems are, but we know this drink hits the spot. Tequila, jalapeno, orange, passion fruit, thyme, and lime juice give this drink a nice sharp, citrusy kick.
Kiss On The Terrace At Juliet
The rooftop bar at 1MG Mall has an aptly named drink for you to have when you're on date night. The drink features tequila, jackfruit, cardamom, and citrus for that subtle sweet drink with a hint of spice. There's another drink called @Lovehandle that features green apple and kaffir lime, if the combination interests you.
Goat In Goa At Jamming Goat 3.0
The Indiranagar bar and kitchen has an interesting tequila cocktail that will have you going 'oooh!'. Goat In Goa features plum, lime, and guava chilli soda that make this drink pop. Another one that we recommend is the Awkward Puppets which has clarified fresh watermelon juice, Roohafza, and green tea – an adult version of your favourite summer drink.
Let It Bleed At Geist Brewing Co., Rajajinagar
If you ask us, we love that this drink is a tribute to The Rolling Stones and what's not to like in the concoction that features orange juice, agave syrup, and rose wine? If you love your Margs, then definitely try the Alphonso Margarita.
Paloma At Lupa
At Lupa, try the Paloma, a classic tequila-based cocktail that just works with its combination of sweet, sour, and salty notes. Plus it's a refreshing drink too.
Tequila Ties At one8 Commune
This tequila-based drink features tangy pineapple, refreshing orange juice, and orgeat syrup for a drink that's perfect for your sundowner with your gang. The added touch of peanuts make this a social drink that just hits the spot and for your to order another round of.
Grapefruit Paloma At Mirage
At Mirage, order the Grapefruit Paloma which features lime, and grapefruit for that yum citrusy punch along with notes of tanginess and sweetness. Plus, any drink that's got citrus means, it'll be refreshing, right? This one definitely is.
Wasabi Margarita At Foo
Fans of the Marg, you need to try the Wasabi Margarita here. It's made with Patron Silver Tequila and features wasabi, orange marmalade, and Foo bitters in the mix for a drink that packs quick a punch and wow. Another drink that features the Patron Silver Tequila is the Ichiban which has lychee, Yuzu jam, lime, saffron, and soda -- all the ingredients for a refreshing summer drink.
Chowpatty Beach Lolly At Bombay Borough
Imagine taking the Bombay classic of orange ice lolly that you get at beaches into an adult drink – that's what Chowpatty Beach Lolly is. You have orange ice lolly, tequila, and lime bitters for a sweet, zingy, and refreshing drink. An upgrade of your regular Marg, if you will.
