Brews&Spirits

The Cosmopolitan walked so every aesthetic cocktail could run 🍸✨ Still iconic, still classy, and definitely still on the party menu. This National Cosmopolitan Day, we’re raising a glass to the cocktail that never went out of style. From sweet and citrusy to bold and modern — here are 3 Cosmopolitans you need to try right now. Which one are you making first? 👀 #Cosmopolitan #CosmoCocktail #NationalCosmopolitanDay #CocktailCulture #CocktailRecipes #VodkaCocktails #Drinkstagram #CocktailLovers #Mixology #ClassicCocktails #HappyHour #GirlsNight #HomeBar #CocktailInspo #AlcoholBeverage #BartenderLife #brewsandspirits

Flavours that never left. Just found new glasses. From home kitchens to modern bars, familiar Indian ingredients are quietly shaping today’s cocktails-not as trends, but as rediscoveries. Read the full story on Brews & Spirits. Link in bio. #IndianIngredients #ModernCocktails #DesiCocktails #CocktailLovers #MixologyIndia #BrewsAndSpirits #FromOurKitchensToYourGlass #FlavoursOfHome #CraftMixology #IndianSpirits #HeritageFlavours #CocktailStories #TalesOfTheTongue #DrinkLikeABrownGirl #DesiBar #HomeInAGlass

Beer met chocolate… and things got interesting. 🍺🍫 Ironhill × Smoor — not your usual pairing, but one worth showing up for. good flavours, better conversations, and the kind of evening that lingers a little longer. follow for more experiences like this. ✨ #IronhillXSmoor #BeerAndChocolate #CraftBeerLovers #ChocolatePairing #UnlikelyPairings #brewsandspirits

India’s alcobev landscape is making room for lighter pours. The launch of So Good Soju signals a broader move towards approachable, flavour-led drinking- where experience matters as much as the spirit itself. A category once driven by imports is now seeing local momentum. #BrewsAndSpirits #SoGoodSoju #SojuIndia #AlcobevIndia #LighterPours #FlavourLed #CraftSpirits #IndianBeverage #PremiumDrinking #SojuLaunch #HomegrownSpirits #ExperienceLed #NextGenDrinking #ApproachableSpirits #LocalSoju #BeverageTrends

Medusa Beverages enters the draught beer space, tapping into the growing demand for premium, experience-led consumption in the HORECA segment. Featuring Medusa Air (4.5% ABV) -a smooth, sessionable lager made for social scenes Focus on fresher pours & consistent quality Powered by Lindr ‘Naked’ taps from the Czech Republic Expanding across select outlets in Delhi A move that reflects how urban drinking experiences are evolving. #BrewsAndSpirits #MedusaBeverages #MedusaAir #DraughtBeer #CraftBeerIndia #HORECA #DelhiBars #DelhiPubs #PremiumBeer #SessionableBeer #IndianBrewery #LindrTaps #NightlifeDelhi

At 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡, the boundary between kitchen and bar is officially blurred. With 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦, Chef Sabby introduces a cocktail programme that treats drinks as “liquid food”- layered, memory-led, and built with the same intent as a dish. From tomato-infused spirits to butter-washed tequila, each cocktail is paired with a curated side, transforming every sip into a multi-sensory experience. This is not just a menu- it’s a shift in how cocktails are conceived and consumed. #brewsandspirits #HearthMumbai #TheTinctureRoom #MumbaiCocktails #Churchgate #MumbaiDining #CocktailExperience #MumbaiNightlife

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚 𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡? This story dives into Cherrapunji Gin—a brand that captures Meghalaya’s essence, quite literally through rainwater. Why this stands out- 𝐀 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 Rainwater from the lush East Khasi Hills becomes a core ingredient. 𝐇𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐫-𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐬 Khasi mandarins, Kaji Nemu, smoked tea, and Sohamrit pepper-all sourced from the Northeast. 𝐀 𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 The still, Mr. Fulgens, honours the endangered red panda. 𝐀 𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐭 Infused with Sohiong berries and cherry blossoms, naturally sweet and macerated for 60 days-no added sugar. 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 Growing exports, duty-free presence, and plans to expand 5x. 𝐀 𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 From bottle design to ingredients, this is branding done right. If you love craft spirits, meaningful brands, or stories rooted in place-this one’s for you. Read the full story: https://brewsnspirits.in/the-house-of-mr-fulgens-a-visit-to-the-cherrapunji-distillery

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚’𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐜𝐨-𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 - 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐥, 𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧-𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬. A strong example is the Northeast Fruit Wine Incubation Centre (NEFWIC) in Meghalaya, which is transforming traditional fruit wine practices into a structured, technology-driven industry focused on quality, consistency, and scalability. Key takeaways: • Advanced fermentation for stable, high-quality wines • Scientific use of indigenous fruits • Skill development for industry-ready producers • Growing impact across agriculture, tourism, and entrepreneurship With a vision to position Meghalaya as India’s Fruit Wine Capital, this initiative highlights how regional innovation can drive global competitiveness. Link - https://brewsnspirits.in/from-orchard-to-global-shelf-the-nefwic-blueprint-for-competitive-wine-production #BrewsnSpirits #NortheastFruitWine #NEFWIC #MeghalayaWine #IndianWineIndustry #FruitWineCapital #ArtisanalBeverages #WineIncubationCentre #FromOrchardToGlobal #MadeInNortheast #FutureOfIndianWine

JC Ribeiro & Fermentras India: A New Era for Premium Spirits in India JC Ribeiro, a Portuguese leader in cork closures for the international spirits industry, has appointed Fermentras India Pvt. Ltd. as its official commercial representative in India. This partnership strengthens support for spirits producers in one of the world’s fastest-growing premium markets. Rukn Luthra, Founder & Director of Fermentras India, will provide local commercial support and technical guidance to distillers, bottlers, and brand owners, with access to JC Ribeiro’s full portfolio, including customised cork solutions. José Ribeiro, CEO of JC Ribeiro, said: "India is one of the most dynamic premium spirits markets in the world. This partnership allows us to strengthen our proximity to customers while maintaining the quality, reliability and technical support that define JC Ribeiro globally." Rukn Luthra added: "JC Ribeiro is internationally recognised for the quality and consistency of its cork closures. We are proud to support the company’s development in the Indian market and to bring Portuguese cork expertise closer to local producers." #Brews&Spirits #JCRibeiro #FermentrasIndia #PremiumSpirits #CorkClosures #SpiritsIndustry #IndianMarket #BeverageInnovation #Distillers #BrandOwners #GlobalPartnership

𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐣 𝐊𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐫, Managing Director, India at Suntory Global Spirits, has been honoured as a Keeper of the Quaich at the Spring 2026 Banquet-an internationally recognised accolade celebrating outstanding contributions to the Scotch whisky industry. With over three decades of leadership, he has played a key role in expanding Scotch whisky across markets including India and the Asia Pacific, strengthening its global presence and appreciation. "Being inducted into the Keepers of the Quaich is a deeply meaningful recognition of a journey spent championing Scotch whisky and its heritage across diverse markets," he shared. A prestigious honour that celebrates dedication to the craft and legacy of Scotch whisky. #NeerajKumar #KeeperOfTheQuaich #SuntoryGlobalSpirits #ScotchWhisky #WhiskyIndustry #LeadershipExcellence#WhiskyLover #IndianWhisky #GlobalRecognition #ScotchHeritage

𝐒𝐮𝐥𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐲𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐤 India’s wine industry is evolving. Sula Vineyards Limited has signed an agreement to acquire the Chandon wine estate in Dindori, Nashik from Moët Hennessy India Private Limited. 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞: • 19 acres of vineyards and visitor facilities • Advanced wine production infrastructure • Hospitality potential for wine tourism 𝐑𝐚𝐣𝐞𝐞𝐯 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐭, 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 & 𝐂𝐄𝐎 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐥𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐲𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬, 𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐬: "When I first visited the property, I was immediately struck by its beauty and potential. The team at Chandon has built an exceptional foundation, and we are excited to integrate and develop the estate further." Located in a prime wine-growing region and close to Sula’s existing operations, the estate will be integrated into the company’s production and tourism network—reflecting ongoing growth and consolidation in India’s wine sector. #brewsandspirits #sulavineyards #IndianWine #NashikWines #WineLoversIndia #WineTourism #SulaExpansion #ChandonIndia #WineCountry #MadeInNashik #WineBusiness

The World Class 2026 (India, Nepal & Sri Lanka) Finals concluded on March 28, 2026-bringing together creativity, craftsmanship, and a strong sense of community across the subcontinent. Karan Dhanelia of Atelier V, Indore, has been crowned Bartender of the Year 2026, rising above 800+ entries. In just his second year, he also clinched the Speed Round and The Singleton 12 Sensory Sessions-showcasing both innovation and composure. "Winning World Class is a huge moment… to represent India on a global stage is incredibly special. The journey has pushed me to think differently about my craft." - Karan Dhanelia "When I won, it opened so many doors… today I travel, train and consult globally." -David Rios "World Class helped build a real bartender community-where we compete but also connect and grow." - Konstantinos Theodorakopoulos "It keeps the romance of cocktail making alive—bringing focus back to craft and guest connection." - Yangdup Lama "A winner from Indore reflects the depth of this platform and the strength of emerging talent."- Anchal Kaushal With strong representation from Tier 2 cities and the highest-ever number of women finalists in the Top 8, this year signals a more inclusive and diverse future for the industry. Next stop: Global Finals #WorldClass2026 #BartenderOfTheYear #CocktailCulture #Mixology #HospitalityIndust