Holi revolves around colours, laughter, and unforgettable flavours! As you gather with friends and family to celebrate the festival of colours, why not add a splash of fun to your drinks too? This year, elevate your Holi celebrations with these vibrant and delicious cocktails. From colour-changing magic to fruity punches, these concoctions are as exciting as Holi itself. Get ready to shake, stir, and sip on these festive drinks!
Best Holi Cocktails To Try At Home This Year
1. Punch Fresco
Ingredients:
- 75ml The Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve
- 4 Watermelon Chunks (or 75ml Watermelon Juice)
- 1 tsp Sugar Cane or Agave
- Tajin for garnish
Method:
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle the watermelon chunks (if using) along with sugar cane or agave. If using watermelon juice, simply mix it in.
- Add whisky and ice cubes to the shaker.
- Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a lemon slice and fresh mint leaves.
- For an extra festive touch, rim the glass with Tajin for a spicy, tangy kick!
2. Gulal Punch By Gaurav Khurana, Head Quality And New Product Development, Modi Illva
Ingredients:
- Ice cubes
- 50ml Singhasan Whisky
- 20ml Pomegranate Juice
- 15ml Rose Syrup
- 10ml Fresh Lemon Juice
- Soda Water to top up
- Pomegranate Seeds & Edible Flowers for garnish
Method:
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- Pour whisky, pomegranate juice, rose syrup, and lemon juice over the ice.
- Stir gently to mix the flavours.
- Top up with soda water for a refreshing fizz.
- Garnish with pomegranate seeds and edible flowers for a colourful, elegant look.
- Clink glasses and enjoy this Holi cocktail!
3. Jaadu Hai Nasha Hai By Cedrik Rodrigues, Manager Of Beverages, Hitchki
Ingredients:
- 45ml Tequila
- 30ml Orange Juice
- 10ml Lime Juice
- 10ml Sugar Syrup
- 60ml Sprite
- 20ml Butterfly Pea Flower Tea Syrup
- 100g Ice
Method:
- In a cocktail shaker, add tequila, orange juice, lime juice, sugar syrup, and ice.
- Shake well to mix and chill the ingredients.
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
- Gently pour the butterfly pea flower tea syrup over the drink to create a stunning layered effect.
- Top it off with Sprite for a refreshing fizz.
- Garnish with a lime slice or an edible flower.
- Serve immediately and watch the colours transform as you stir!
4. Citrine Gold Rush
Ingredients:
- 40ml Chivas XV
- 20ml Lemon Juice
- 20ml Honey Syrup
- 40ml Soda Water
- Orange Slice & Mint Sprig for garnish
Method:
- Add all ingredients (except soda) into a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake until well chilled.
- Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top up with soda water for a light fizz.
- Garnish with an orange slice and a sprig of mint for a refreshing finish.
5. Monkey Sundowner
Ingredients:
- 60ml Monkey Shoulder
- 20ml Peach Syrup
- 20ml Lime Juice
- Grapefruit Shrub to top up
Method:
- Shake the Monkey Shoulder, peach syrup, and lime juice with ice until well mixed.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice cubes.
- Top up with grapefruit shrub and stir gently.
- Garnish with an edible flower to complete the visual appeal.
6. Grant’s Crew Driver
Ingredients:
- 60ml Grant’s Triple Wood Whisky
- 30ml Cranberry Juice
- 20ml Pink Grapefruit Syrup
- 20ml Fresh Lime Juice
- Charred Grapefruit Wedge for garnish
Method:
- In a cocktail shaker, add whisky, cranberry juice, pink grapefruit syrup, and lime juice.
- Shake well over ice to combine the flavours.
- Strain the mixture into an old-fashioned glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a charred grapefruit wedge for a smoky-citrus aroma.
- Serve and enjoy the unique depth of flavours.
7. Gulal Margarita By Jose Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila
Ingredients:
- 50ml Jose Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila
- 25ml Fresh Lime Juice
- 15ml Triple Sec
- 10ml Honey Syrup
- 1 small pinch of Chili Powder
- Salt & Colored Sugar for the rim
- Ice Cubes
Method:
- Rim the glass with a mixture of salt and coloured sugar.
- Shake the tequila, lime juice, triple sec, honey syrup, and chilli powder with ice.
- Strain the mixture into the rimmed glass and serve.
8. Mount Rose
Ingredients:
- 45ml Kumaon & I Gin
- 60ml Home-made Rose Sparkling Wine
- 10ml Citric Acid
Method:
- Start by adding Kumaon & I Gin to your glass.
- Follow it by pouring in the Home-made Rose Sparkling Wine.
- Finally, add 10ml of Citric Acid for a perfect balance of flavour.
- Stir well and serve in an Ap Wine glass.
- Garnish with fresh rose petals for a visually stunning touch.
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9. Blue As Pea Flowers
Ingredients:
- 60ml Black Dog
- 30ml Blue Pea and Lavender Cordial
- 100ml Soda Water
Method:
- Build the cocktail in a highball glass.
- Start with Black Dog, add Blue Pea and Lavender Cordial, and top it off with soda water.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a fresh Blue Pea Flower and ice cubes to serve.
10. Rangila Martini By Gaurav Khurana, Head Quality And New Product Development, Modi Illva
Ingredients:
- Ice cubes
- 50ml Artic Vodka
- 20ml Blue Curaçao
- 15ml Fresh Lime Juice
- 10ml Simple Syrup
- 1 Egg White (optional for frothiness)
- Edible Colored Sugar for rimming
- Lime Wheel & Flower Petals for garnish
Method:
- Rim a martini glass with edible coloured sugar for a fun, festive look.
- In a shaker, add vodka, blue curaçao, lime juice, simple syrup, and egg white.
- Shake without ice for a few seconds (this helps create a frothy texture).
- Add ice to the shaker and shake again vigorously.
- Strain the cocktail into the prepared martini glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and flower petals.
- Enjoy this eye-catching, smooth Holi cocktail!
11. Yellow As Pineapples
Ingredients:
- 60ml Johnnie Walker Blonde
- 15ml Spiced Pineapple Syrup
- 10ml Maple Syrup
- 30ml Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.5gm Sea Salt
- 2 dashes Vegan Foamer
- 10ml Italian Bitter Aperitif (float)
Method:
- Shake all ingredients (except the Italian Bitter Aperitif) well in a shaker with ice.
- Strain the mixture into an Old Fashioned glass filled with a block of ice.
- Gently float the Italian Bitter Aperitif on top.
- Garnish with a charred pineapple slice.
12. Peela Peelo
Ingredients:
- 45ml McDowell’s X Series Citron Rum
- 15ml Ginger Turmeric Syrup
- 60ml Orange Juice
- 30ml Soda
Method:
- Build the cocktail directly in a coupe glass.
- Stir the X Series Citron Rum, ginger turmeric syrup, and orange juice together.
- Top with soda and stir again to combine.
- Garnish with marigold petals for a colourful, festive finish.
13. Pistola Picante By Maya Pistola Agavepura
Ingredients:
- 45ml Pistola Reposado
- 45ml Pineapple Juice
- 20ml Lime Juice
- 15ml Agave Nectar
- 5ml Jalapeño Brine
Method:
- Muddle 3-4 slices of jalapeño, a bunch of fresh cilantro, and the jalapeño brine in a cocktail shaker.
- Add the Pistola Reposado, pineapple juice, lime juice, and agave nectar.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake well.
- Double strain into a Tajin-rimmed glass for an added kick.
14. Spiced Godawan Thandai By Godawan Artisanal Single Malt
Ingredients:
- 300ml Godawan 02 Fruit & Spice
- 120ml Chilled Thandai Mix
- 50ml Honey or Rose Syrup
- 50ml Fresh Cream (Optional)
Method:
- Mix all ingredients (Godawan 02, Thandai Mix, syrup, and fresh cream) in a bowl filled with ice.
- Stir well to combine and chill.
- Pour the Holi cocktail into Kulhads (traditional cups) and garnish with rose petals, cardamom, pistachios, almonds, and a few strands of saffron for a festive touch.
15. Holika Blossom By Hayman’s Old Tom Gin
Ingredients:
- 50ml Hayman’s Old Tom Gin
- 25ml Elderflower Liqueur
- 20ml Lemon Juice
- 15ml Rose Syrup
- Ice Cubes
- Edible Flowers for garnish
Method:
- Shake Hayman’s Old Tom Gin, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and rose syrup with ice.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with edible flowers for a visually stunning finish.
16. Longitude77 Kashmiri Saffron Sour
Ingredients:
- 60ml Longitude 77 Indian Single Malt Whisky
- 30ml Kashmiri Saffron Syrup
- 20ml Lime Juice
- 3 drops Egg White / Magic Velvet
- 1 Lemon Green
- Grapes
Method:
- Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker and dry shake (shake without ice) for a foamy texture.
- Add ice and shake well.
- Fine strain the mixture into a chilled Nick & Nora glass.
- Garnish with Kashmiri saffron strands and a drop of Kashmiri chilli oil using a dropper.
These Holi cocktails bring together vibrant colours, fruity flavours, and unique spirits, making them perfect for a festive celebration.
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