[{"n":"Gin & Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d9e8e2","z":"lime","ing":["gin","tonic water","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass to the top with ice.","Pour 60 ml gin over the ice.","Top with 150 ml chilled tonic water, pouring slowly down the side of the glass.","Squeeze one lime wedge in, drop it in, stir once gently.","Serve right away with a straw while the tonic is still fizzy, alongside salted peanuts or masala cashews."],"al":["Gin & Tonic Jug"],"gar":["lime"]},{"n":"Vodka Soda","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e6eef0","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","soda water","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 60 ml vodka.","Top with 150 ml soda water.","Squeeze a lime wedge in and stir once.","Serve straight away with a straw and a coaster, alongside something light like roasted chana or chips."],"gar":["lime"]},{"n":"Whisky Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e8c26a","z":"lemon","ing":["whisky","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["Make sugar syrup: stir 1 tbsp sugar into 1 tbsp hot water until clear, let it cool.","In a shaker (or a jar with a tight lid) add 60 ml whisky, 30 ml fresh lemon juice and 20 ml of the syrup.","Add ice, shake hard for 10 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a lemon slice.","Serve within a couple of minutes while ice cold, without a straw, with salted nuts or cheese cubes on the side."]},{"n":"Old Fashioned","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#c47a2c","z":"orange","ing":["whisky","sugar","Angostura bitters"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Put 1 tsp sugar in a short glass with 3 dashes of bitters and 1 tsp water. Stir until the sugar dissolves.","Add 60 ml whisky and 2 large ice cubes.","Stir slowly for 20 seconds.","Twist a strip of orange peel over the glass and drop it in.","Serve without a straw on a coaster, to sip slowly, with roasted almonds or dark chocolate on the side."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Cuba Libre","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#4a2a1a","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","cola","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Squeeze half a lime in and drop the shell in.","Add 60 ml white rum.","Top with 150 ml cola and stir once.","Serve right away with a straw while the cola is fizzy, alongside nachos or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Rum & Coke","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#3f2415","z":"lime","ing":["dark rum","cola"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml dark rum (white or spiced rum works too).","Top with 150 ml cola.","Stir once. A squeeze of lime makes it better.","Serve right away with a straw and a lime wedge on the rim, alongside salted peanuts or chips."],"alt":{"dark rum":["white rum","spiced rum"]},"al":["Dark Rum Cola"]},{"n":"Whisky Soda","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e3b65a","z":"lemon","ing":["whisky","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml whisky.","Top with 120 to 150 ml chilled soda water: the less soda, the stronger the drink.","Stir once, gently, so the fizz stays. Add a twist of lemon peel if you have it.","Serve right away, Indian-bar style, with masala peanuts or a plate of chakna on the side."],"opt":["lemon"],"al":["Whisky Highball"]},{"n":"Whisky Cola","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#4a2a17","z":"lime","ing":["whisky","cola"],"opt":["lime","black salt"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml whisky.","Top with 150 ml chilled cola and stir once.","Squeeze in half a lime if you have one: it cuts the sweetness. A pinch of black salt turns it into a desi nimbu cola.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy, alongside salted peanuts or chips."],"al":["Whisky Cola Jug","Whisky Cola Lime"]},{"n":"Whisky Lemon Soda","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e8d9a0","z":"lemon","ing":["whisky","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml whisky.","Top with 150 ml chilled lemon soda (Sprite or 7Up).","Stir once. Add a thin lemon slice on top if you have one.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still bubbly, alongside masala cashews or chips."]},{"n":"Whisky Neat or On the Rocks","t":"pour","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#c8862a","z":"none","ing":["whisky"],"steps":["On the rocks: put 2 or 3 large ice cubes (or one big cube) in a short glass. Neat: skip the ice and use a room-temperature glass.","Pour 60 ml whisky.","Let it sit for a minute so it chills and opens up.","Add a few drops of water if you like; it brings out the aroma.","Serve with a small glass of water on the side and a bowl of roasted almonds or cashews."]},{"n":"Vodka Cola","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#3d2416","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","cola"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml vodka.","Top with 150 ml chilled cola.","Stir once and squeeze in a lime wedge if you have one.","Serve right away with a straw and a lime wedge on the rim, alongside chips or salted peanuts."]},{"n":"Vodka Lemon Soda","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef3e6","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml vodka.","Top with 150 ml chilled lemon soda (Sprite or 7Up).","Stir once. A squeeze of lime makes it fresher.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy, alongside roasted chana or chips."],"al":["Vodka Lemon Soda Jug"]},{"n":"Vodka Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e6eef0","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","tonic water"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass to the top with ice.","Pour 60 ml vodka.","Top with 150 ml chilled tonic water, pouring slowly down the side of the glass.","Stir once gently. Squeeze in a lime wedge if you have one.","Serve right away with a straw while the tonic is still fizzy, alongside salted peanuts."]},{"n":"Gin Lemon Soda","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e4efe0","z":"lime","ing":["gin","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml gin.","Top with 150 ml chilled lemon soda (Sprite or 7Up).","Stir once. A squeeze of lime brings out the gin.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still bubbly, with a bowl of masala cashews."]},{"n":"Rum Soda","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f0ead8","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","soda water"],"opt":["lime"],"alt":{"white rum":["dark rum","spiced rum"]},"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml white rum (dark or spiced rum works too).","Top with 150 ml chilled soda water.","Stir once and squeeze in a lime wedge if you have one.","Serve right away with a straw and a lime wedge on the rim, alongside salted peanuts."]},{"n":"Rum Lemon Soda","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ece6c8","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"opt":["lime"],"alt":{"white rum":["dark rum","spiced rum"]},"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml white rum (dark or spiced rum works too).","Top with 150 ml chilled lemon soda (Sprite or 7Up).","Stir once. A squeeze of lime makes it zing.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy, alongside chips or roasted chana."]},{"n":"Whisky Ginger Ale","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c99446","z":"lemon","ing":["whisky","ginger ale"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml whisky.","Top with 150 ml chilled ginger ale.","Stir once. A twist of lemon peel on top brings out the ginger.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy, alongside masala peanuts or chips."]},{"n":"Vodka Cranberry","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b5243c","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","cranberry juice"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml vodka.","Top with 150 ml chilled cranberry juice.","Stir well and squeeze in a lime wedge if you have one.","Serve right away with a straw and a lime wedge on the rim, alongside chips or nachos."]},{"n":"Gin Soda","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e6efe8","z":"lime","ing":["gin","soda water"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml gin.","Top with 150 ml chilled soda water.","Stir once, gently, and squeeze in a lime wedge if you have one.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still bubbly, alongside roasted chana or salted cashews."]},{"n":"Brandy Soda","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c27a34","z":"none","ing":["brandy","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml brandy.","Top with 120 ml chilled soda water.","Stir once, gently, so the fizz stays.","Serve right away with a bowl of salted cashews or masala peanuts on the side."]},{"n":"Brandy Hot Water","t":"pour","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#b06a2c","z":"lemon","ing":["brandy"],"opt":["honey","lemon"],"steps":["Warm a mug by filling it with hot water for a minute, then empty it.","Pour 60 ml brandy into the warm mug.","Top with 120 ml hot (not boiling) water.","Stir in 1 tsp honey and a squeeze of lemon if you like.","Serve hot in the mug on a winter night, with roasted peanuts or gajak on the side."],"h":1},{"n":"Tequila Soda","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef1e2","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","soda water"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml tequila.","Top with 150 ml chilled soda water.","Squeeze in a lime wedge if you have one and stir once.","Serve right away with a straw and a lime wedge on the rim, alongside nachos or salted chips."]},{"n":"Tequila Lemon Soda","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ecefd4","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml tequila.","Top with 150 ml chilled lemon soda (Sprite or 7Up).","Stir once. A squeeze of lime makes it sharper.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy, alongside nachos or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Vodka Red Bull","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e7c64c","z":"none","ing":["vodka","energy drink"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 45 ml vodka.","Top with 150 ml chilled energy drink (like Red Bull).","Stir once and sip slowly: the caffeine hides how strong it is.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy. Keep it to one or two, with water in between."],"al":["Vodka Energy"]},{"n":"Rum Ginger Ale","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#a8692e","z":"lime","ing":["dark rum","ginger ale"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml dark rum (white or spiced rum works too).","Top with 150 ml chilled ginger ale.","Stir once and squeeze in a lime wedge if you have one.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy, alongside salted peanuts or banana chips."],"alt":{"dark rum":["white rum","spiced rum"]}},{"n":"Gin Orange","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3a93b","z":"orange","ing":["gin","orange juice"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml gin.","Top with 150 ml chilled orange juice.","Stir well. An orange slice on the rim is a nice touch.","Serve right away with a straw, as a brunch drink or alongside chips and dips."]},{"n":"Dark 'n Stormy","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b8792e","z":"lime","ing":["dark rum","ginger ale","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 150 ml ginger ale first.","Squeeze a lime wedge in.","Float 60 ml dark rum on top by pouring slowly over the back of a spoon. Don't stir.","Serve right away without stirring so the rum layer shows, a straw on the side, with spicy wings or chips."],"gar":["lime"]},{"n":"Mojito","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#cfe6c3","z":"mint","ing":["white rum","mint","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Put 8 to 10 mint leaves and 2 tsp sugar in a tall glass.","Add the juice of one lime. Press the mint gently with the back of a spoon (don't shred it).","Add 60 ml white rum and stir until the sugar dissolves.","Fill the glass with ice, top with 100 ml soda water, stir once.","Garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw, the mint sprig standing tall, alongside something salty like nachos or chips."]},{"n":"Mango Mojito","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f2b84a","z":"mint","ing":["white rum","mango","mint","lime","soda water"],"opt":["sugar"],"steps":["Mash 4 tbsp ripe mango pieces in a tall glass.","Add 8 mint leaves and the juice of one lime. Press gently with a spoon.","Add 60 ml white rum and 1 tsp sugar if the mango isn't sweet. Stir.","Fill with ice, top with soda water, stir once.","Serve right away with a wide straw for the mango bits, topped with a mint sprig, alongside spicy chips."]},{"n":"Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#eef3e4","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Make sugar syrup: 1 tbsp sugar in 1 tbsp hot water, stir, cool.","In a shaker add 60 ml white rum, 25 ml fresh lime juice, 15 ml syrup.","Add ice and shake hard for 10 seconds.","Strain into a chilled glass with no ice.","Serve straight away while ice cold, holding the glass by the stem, with salted cashews or banana chips."]},{"n":"Gimlet","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e4efd9","z":"lime","ing":["gin","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Make sugar syrup: 1 tbsp sugar in 1 tbsp hot water, stir, cool.","Shake 60 ml gin, 25 ml lime juice and 15 ml syrup with ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away while ice cold, without a straw, holding the glass by the stem so it stays chilled."]},{"n":"Tom Collins","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3efd6","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","lemon","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Make sugar syrup: 1 tbsp sugar in 1 tbsp hot water, stir, cool.","Shake 50 ml gin, 25 ml lemon juice and 15 ml syrup with ice.","Strain into a tall glass full of ice.","Top with 100 ml soda water, stir once. Garnish with a lemon slice.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside light snacks like cucumber sandwiches or chips."]},{"n":"Cucumber Gin Fizz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d7ecd0","z":"mint","ing":["gin","cucumber","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Mash 4 slices of cucumber with 1 tsp sugar in a glass.","Add 50 ml gin and the juice of half a lime. Stir.","Fill with ice, top with soda water.","Garnish with a cucumber ribbon.","Serve right away with a straw and a coaster, with light bites like paneer tikka or cucumber sandwiches."]},{"n":"Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#eef2f2","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","dry vermouth"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Fill a jug or shaker with ice. Add 60 ml gin and 10 ml dry vermouth.","Stir (don't shake) for 30 seconds.","Strain into a chilled glass.","Twist a strip of lemon peel over it and drop it in.","Serve at once without a straw, holding the glass by the stem, with a few olives or salted almonds on the side."]},{"n":"Screwdriver","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f4a123","z":"orange","ing":["vodka","orange juice"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 60 ml vodka.","Top with 150 ml orange juice and stir well.","Serve right away with a straw and an orange slice on the rim, as a brunch drink with toast or eggs."]},{"n":"Moscow Mule","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#e9d8a6","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","ginger ale","lime"],"steps":["Fill a glass with ice.","Add 60 ml vodka and the juice of half a lime.","Top with 150 ml ginger ale, stir once.","Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away in a copper mug if you have one, with a straw, alongside spicy pakoras or chips."]},{"n":"Sea Breeze","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e0536a","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","cranberry juice","orange juice"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 50 ml vodka.","Add 100 ml cranberry juice and 50 ml orange juice.","Stir well.","Serve right away with a straw and a lime wedge on the rim, alongside light snacks like chips or popcorn."],"opt":["lime"]},{"n":"Cosmopolitan","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f07a9a","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","triple sec","cranberry juice","lime"],"steps":["Shake 45 ml vodka, 15 ml triple sec, 30 ml cranberry juice and 15 ml lime juice with ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into a chilled glass.","Garnish with a thin lime wheel.","Serve straight away while ice cold, without a straw, holding the glass by the stem, with salted nuts."]},{"n":"Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass, salted rim","k":"short","c":"#e8ecc9","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","triple sec","lime","salt"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge around the rim of the glass and dip the rim in salt.","Shake 50 ml tequila, 25 ml triple sec and 25 ml lime juice with ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into the glass over fresh ice.","Serve right away without a straw so each sip touches the salt rim, with nachos and salsa on the side."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Tequila Sunrise","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f28a2a","z":"orange","ing":["tequila","orange juice","rose syrup / grenadine"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 50 ml tequila and 120 ml orange juice. Stir.","Slowly pour 15 ml grenadine or rose syrup down the side. It sinks and makes the sunrise. Don't stir.","Serve right away without stirring so the sunrise shows, with a straw and an orange slice on the rim."]},{"n":"Piña Colada","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f6edd4","z":"none","ing":["white rum","pineapple juice","coconut milk"],"steps":["In a blender add 60 ml white rum, 90 ml pineapple juice, 60 ml coconut milk and a cup of ice.","Blend until smooth.","Pour into a tall glass. Garnish with a pineapple piece.","Serve immediately before it melts, with a straw, alongside salted cashews or crispy fried snacks."]},{"n":"Espresso Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#3b2418","z":"none","ing":["vodka","coffee liqueur","cold coffee / espresso","sugar"],"steps":["Shake 50 ml vodka, 25 ml coffee liqueur, 30 ml strong cold espresso and 1 tsp sugar with ice. Shake very hard for 15 seconds for a foam.","Strain into a chilled glass.","Drop 3 coffee beans on the foam if you have them.","Serve immediately while the foam is fresh, without a straw, holding the stem, with a square of chocolate."]},{"n":"White Russian","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#d9c3a8","z":"none","ing":["vodka","coffee liqueur","milk"],"steps":["Fill a short glass with ice.","Add 50 ml vodka and 25 ml coffee liqueur. Stir.","Float 30 ml milk or cream on top. Stir gently just before drinking.","Serve well chilled with a short straw for that final stir, alongside a cookie or a piece of chocolate."],"opt":["cream"]},{"n":"Brandy Ginger","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d9a24a","z":"lemon","ing":["brandy","ginger ale","lemon"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 50 ml brandy and a squeeze of lemon.","Top with 150 ml ginger ale and stir once.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, a lemon slice on the rim, with spicy pakoras or kebabs."]},{"n":"Baileys on Ice","t":"pour","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#cfb18f","z":"none","ing":["Irish cream"],"opt":["cold coffee / espresso"],"steps":["Fill a short glass with ice.","Pour 60 ml Irish cream over the ice.","Optional: add 30 ml cold coffee for a stronger kick.","Serve well chilled without a straw, as an after-dinner sip with a brownie or a few chocolate cookies."]},{"n":"Watermelon Vodka Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ef5f6f","z":"mint","ing":["vodka","watermelon","lime","mint"],"steps":["Blend 1 cup watermelon pieces and strain the juice.","In a tall glass with ice, add 50 ml vodka, the juice of half a lime and 5 mint leaves pressed lightly.","Top with the watermelon juice and stir.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a straw and a small watermelon wedge on the rim, alongside salty chips."]},{"n":"Bloody Mary","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c8342e","z":"lemon","ing":["vodka","tomato juice","lemon","Tabasco","salt"],"opt":["chaat masala","celery"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 50 ml vodka, 120 ml tomato juice, juice of half a lemon, 3 dashes Tabasco, a pinch of salt (or chaat masala for a desi twist).","Stir well. Garnish with a celery stick or lemon wedge.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside a brunch snack like a masala omelette or salted crackers."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Virgin Mojito","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d2eac6","z":"mint","ing":["mint","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Put 10 mint leaves and 2 tsp sugar in a tall glass.","Add the juice of one lime. Press the mint gently with a spoon.","Stir until the sugar dissolves.","Fill with ice, top with 150 ml soda water, stir once. Garnish with mint.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, with salty snacks like nachos or roasted peanuts."]},{"n":"Nimbu Pani","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f1efcf","z":"lemon","ing":["lemon","sugar","black salt"],"steps":["In a glass, stir 2 tsp sugar into 50 ml water until dissolved.","Add the juice of one lemon and a pinch of black salt.","Top with 150 ml cold water and ice. Stir.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a lemon slice on the rim, perfect on a hot afternoon with namkeen."]},{"n":"Shikanji","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ecebc4","z":"mint","ing":["lemon","sugar","black salt","mint"],"opt":["ginger","chaat masala"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp sugar into 50 ml water until it dissolves.","Add the juice of one lemon, a pinch of black salt and a pinch of chaat masala if you have it.","Add 5 crushed mint leaves and a few drops of ginger juice if available.","Top with cold water and ice. Stir and serve.","Serve within a few minutes so the ice does not water it down, with a mint sprig on top and samosas."]},{"n":"Masala Cola","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#44261a","z":"lemon","ing":["cola","lemon","chaat masala"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Squeeze half a lemon in and add a generous pinch of chaat masala.","Pour 200 ml cola slowly (it fizzes). Stir once.","Serve right away with a straw before the fizz fades, a lemon wedge on the rim, with spicy namkeen."]},{"n":"Jaljeera Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7f8a4a","z":"lemon","ing":["jaljeera powder","soda water","lemon"],"steps":["Mix 1 tsp jaljeera powder with 50 ml water in a glass until smooth.","Add the juice of half a lemon and ice.","Top with 150 ml soda water, stir once.","Serve right away with a straw while it fizzes, a mint sprig on top, with pani puri or pakoras alongside."],"opt":["mint"]},{"n":"Cucumber Mint Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d4ead0","z":"mint","ing":["cucumber","mint","lime","soda water"],"opt":["sugar"],"steps":["Mash 5 cucumber slices and 6 mint leaves in a glass with 1 tsp sugar.","Add the juice of half a lime.","Fill with ice and top with soda water. Stir.","Serve right away with a straw, a cucumber slice on the rim, alongside light bites like chaat or sandwiches."]},{"n":"Watermelon Mint Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f06a76","z":"mint","ing":["watermelon","mint","lime"],"steps":["Blend 1.5 cups watermelon and strain.","Press 6 mint leaves in a glass with the juice of half a lime.","Add ice and pour the watermelon juice. Stir.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a straw and a mint sprig on top, alongside a bowl of salted peanuts."]},{"n":"Mango Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f5b531","z":"lime","ing":["mango","lime","soda water"],"opt":["sugar","mint"],"steps":["Mash or blend 1/2 cup ripe mango into a pulp.","Put the pulp in a glass with the juice of half a lime (add 1 tsp sugar if needed). Stir.","Fill with ice, top with soda water, stir gently.","Serve right away with a wide straw for the pulp, a mint sprig on top, alongside spicy chips or pakoras."]},{"n":"Strawberry Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ee6b8a","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","lemon","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Mash 5 strawberries with 2 tsp sugar in a glass.","Add the juice of one lemon. Stir well.","Fill with ice and top with soda water.","Serve right away with a wide straw for the berry bits, a strawberry on the rim, with cookies or sandwiches."]},{"n":"Ginger Lime Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ece4b8","z":"lime","ing":["ginger","lime","sugar","soda water"],"opt":["honey"],"steps":["Grate a thumb-size piece of ginger and squeeze out 1 tsp juice.","In a glass, stir the ginger juice, 2 tsp sugar (or honey) and the juice of one lime until dissolved.","Fill with ice, top with soda water, stir once.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, a lime wheel on the rim, alongside spicy pakoras."]},{"n":"Shirley Temple","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f28ba0","z":"berry","ing":["lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","rose syrup / grenadine","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 15 ml grenadine or rose syrup and a squeeze of lime.","Top with 200 ml lemon soda. Stir once.","Serve right away with a straw and a cherry or lime wedge on top, alongside popcorn or chips."],"opt":["cherry"]},{"n":"Rose Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ef9fb6","z":"lime","ing":["rose syrup / grenadine","soda water","lime"],"steps":["Fill a glass with ice.","Add 30 ml rose syrup and the juice of half a lime.","Top with soda water and stir.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a straw and a lime wheel on the rim, alongside samosas or namkeen."]},{"n":"Cranberry Sparkler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d9405e","z":"lime","ing":["cranberry juice","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour 100 ml cranberry juice.","Top with 100 ml lemon soda and a squeeze of lime. Stir once.","Serve right away with a straw while it fizzes, a lime wheel on the rim, alongside popcorn or crackers."]},{"n":"Orange Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7a93a","z":"orange","ing":["orange juice","soda water","lemon"],"steps":["Fill a glass with ice.","Add 120 ml orange juice and a squeeze of lemon.","Top with 80 ml soda water, stir once.","Serve right away with a straw and an orange slice on the rim, as a fresh brunch drink with sandwiches."]},{"n":"Virgin Piña Colada","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f6edd4","z":"none","ing":["pineapple juice","coconut milk"],"steps":["Blend 120 ml pineapple juice, 60 ml coconut milk and a cup of ice until smooth.","Pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately before it melts, with a straw and a pineapple piece on the rim, alongside salted cashews."]},{"n":"Iced Lemon Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c98a3a","z":"lemon","ing":["black tea","lemon","sugar"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Brew 1 tea bag in 150 ml hot water for 3 minutes. Remove the bag.","Stir in 2 tsp sugar while hot. Let it cool.","Pour over a glass full of ice, add the juice of half a lemon. Garnish with mint.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a straw and a lemon slice on the rim, alongside biscuits or a sandwich."]},{"n":"Cold Coffee","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b58a62","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","milk","sugar"],"steps":["In a blender add 60 ml strong coffee, 150 ml cold milk, 2 tsp sugar and 4 ice cubes.","Blend for 30 seconds until frothy.","Pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately while it is still frothy and cold, with a straw, alongside a cookie or a slice of cake."]},{"n":"Honey Ginger Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f0e3b5","z":"lime","ing":["tonic water","honey","ginger","lime"],"steps":["Stir 1 tsp honey with 1 tsp ginger juice and the juice of half a lime until the honey loosens.","Fill a glass with ice and add the mix.","Top with 150 ml tonic water. Stir once.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, a lime wheel on the rim, alongside roasted nuts."]},{"n":"Negroni","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#b3261e","z":"orange","ing":["gin","campari / aperol","sweet vermouth"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Fill a short glass with ice.","Pour in 30 ml gin, 30 ml Campari and 30 ml sweet vermouth.","Stir for 20 seconds until very cold.","Squeeze a strip of orange peel over the top and drop it in.","Serve without a straw on a coaster, to sip slowly before dinner, with olives or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Cardinale","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#c43b2e","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","campari / aperol","dry vermouth"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Fill a mixing glass or jar with ice.","Add 45 ml gin, 25 ml Campari and 20 ml dry vermouth.","Stir for 25 seconds, then strain into a short glass over one large ice cube.","Twist a strip of lemon peel over the drink and drop it in.","Serve at once without a straw on a coaster, as a before-dinner sip with olives or salted almonds."]},{"n":"Bee's Knees","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f0d27a","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","lemon","honey"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp honey with 2 tsp warm water until runny.","Add it to a shaker with 50 ml gin and 20 ml fresh lemon juice.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a lemon twist.","Serve right away while ice cold, holding the glass by the stem, with cheese cubes or salted nuts."]},{"n":"Gin Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f2ecc8","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","lemon","sugar","egg white"],"opt":["Angostura bitters"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp sugar into 25 ml fresh lemon juice until dissolved.","Add it to a shaker with 50 ml gin and 1 egg white.","Shake hard without ice for 15 seconds to build foam.","Add ice and shake again for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over fresh ice. Add 3 drops of bitters on the foam if you like.","Serve within a minute or two while the foam is thick, without a straw, with salted cashews on the side."]},{"n":"Clover Club","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e7738a","z":"berry","ing":["gin","raspberries","lemon","sugar","egg white"],"steps":["In a shaker, crush 6 raspberries with 2 tsp sugar.","Add 50 ml gin, 20 ml lemon juice and 1 egg white.","Shake without ice for 15 seconds, then add ice and shake 15 seconds more.","Strain through a tea strainer into a chilled coupe. Top with one raspberry.","Serve straight away while the pink foam is fresh, without a straw, with salted nuts or cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Pink Lady","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f4a7b9","z":"berry","ing":["gin","apple juice","lemon","rose syrup / grenadine","egg white"],"opt":["cherry"],"steps":["Add 45 ml gin, 20 ml apple juice, 20 ml lemon juice and 2 tsp grenadine to a shaker.","Add 1 egg white and shake without ice for 15 seconds.","Add ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a cherry if you have one.","Serve right away while the foam is fresh, holding the glass by the stem, with salted almonds or crackers."]},{"n":"French 75","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f3e3a3","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","lemon","sugar","sparkling wine"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp sugar into 15 ml lemon juice until dissolved.","Shake it with 30 ml gin and ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe or flute.","Top slowly with 60 ml cold sparkling wine and add a lemon twist.","Serve immediately while the bubbles are lively, without a straw, with light bites like cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Lavender Aviation","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#c7b6e2","z":"berry","ing":["gin","lemon","lavender syrup","cherry"],"steps":["Add 50 ml gin, 20 ml lemon juice and 15 ml lavender syrup to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass.","Drop one cherry into the glass.","Serve right away while ice cold, holding the glass by the stem, with shortbread or butter biscuits."],"gar":["cherry"]},{"n":"Southside","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#dcefc4","z":"mint","ing":["gin","lime","mint","sugar"],"steps":["In a shaker, gently press 8 mint leaves with 2 tsp sugar and 25 ml lime juice.","Add 50 ml gin and fill with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain through a tea strainer into a chilled coupe. Float one mint leaf on top.","Serve right away while ice cold, without a straw, holding the stem, with light bites like paneer tikka."]},{"n":"Gin Rickey","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef6e3","z":"lime","ing":["gin","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Squeeze in the juice of half a lime (about 20 ml) and drop the shell in.","Add 50 ml gin.","Top with 120 ml soda water and stir once. No sugar: it should taste dry and sharp.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside salted peanuts or masala chana."]},{"n":"Ramos Gin Fizz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#fbf7ec","z":"none","ing":["gin","lemon","sugar","cream","egg white","soda water"],"opt":["lime","vanilla essence"],"steps":["Stir 3 tsp sugar into 15 ml lemon juice (add 15 ml lime juice too if you have it).","Add to a shaker with 50 ml gin, 30 ml cream, 1 egg white and 2 drops vanilla essence.","Shake without ice for 30 seconds, then add ice and shake hard for 30 seconds more.","Strain into a tall glass with no ice and let it rest for 1 minute.","Pour 60 ml soda water slowly into the centre so the foam rises above the rim.","Serve straight away, well chilled, with a straw poked through the foam, alongside a light brunch bite."]},{"n":"Gin Basil Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#b5d987","z":"mint","ing":["gin","basil","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["In a shaker, press 10 basil leaves firmly with 2 tsp sugar and 25 ml lemon juice.","Add 50 ml gin and fill with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds until bright green.","Strain through a tea strainer into a short glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a basil sprig.","Serve right away while bright green and cold, with a short straw, alongside bruschetta or cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Bramble","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#6a2c5c","z":"berry","ing":["gin","lemon","sugar","blueberries"],"steps":["Fill a short glass with crushed ice (wrap ice cubes in a cloth and bash them).","Shake 50 ml gin, 25 ml lemon juice and 2 tsp sugar with ice for 10 seconds, then strain over the ice.","Crush 8 blueberries with 1 tsp sugar in a small cup.","Spoon the crushed berries over the top so they bleed down through the ice.","Serve right away with a short straw and a few whole blueberries on top, before the crushed ice melts."]},{"n":"Corpse Reviver","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#efe4ae","z":"orange","ing":["gin","triple sec","dry vermouth","lemon"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Add 25 ml gin, 25 ml triple sec, 25 ml dry vermouth and 25 ml lemon juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass.","Garnish with a twist of orange peel.","Serve right away while ice cold, holding the glass by the stem, ideally at brunch with eggs or toast."]},{"n":"White Lady","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f6f1db","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","triple sec","lemon","egg white"],"steps":["Add 50 ml gin, 20 ml triple sec, 20 ml lemon juice and 1 egg white to a shaker.","Shake without ice for 15 seconds.","Add ice and shake hard for 15 seconds more.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass and add a lemon twist.","Serve right away while the foam is fresh, without a straw, holding the stem, with salted almonds."]},{"n":"Vesper","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#efeedd","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","vodka","dry vermouth"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Chill a coupe glass in the freezer for 10 minutes.","Add 60 ml gin, 20 ml vodka and 10 ml dry vermouth to a shaker with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds until ice cold.","Strain into the chilled glass and garnish with a thin strip of lemon peel.","Serve at once without a straw while ice cold, with a few olives or salted almonds on the side."]},{"n":"Martinez","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#9a3c22","z":"orange","ing":["gin","sweet vermouth","Angostura bitters"],"opt":["orange","cherry"],"steps":["Fill a mixing glass or jar with ice.","Add 45 ml gin, 45 ml sweet vermouth and 2 dashes Angostura bitters.","Stir for 25 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with an orange twist or a cherry.","Serve at once without a straw, holding the glass by the stem, with roasted nuts or dark chocolate."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Bronx","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e8a24a","z":"orange","ing":["gin","sweet vermouth","dry vermouth","orange juice"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Add 40 ml gin, 15 ml sweet vermouth, 15 ml dry vermouth and 30 ml fresh orange juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 12 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away while ice cold, holding the glass by the stem, as a brunch drink with toast or eggs."]},{"n":"Gin & Juice","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f6a93b","z":"orange","ing":["gin","orange juice","pineapple juice","lime"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 50 ml gin and the juice of half a lime.","Pour in 75 ml orange juice and 75 ml pineapple juice.","Stir well and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside party snacks like nachos, wings or chips."]},{"n":"Singapore Sling","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e9596c","z":"berry","ing":["gin","pineapple juice","lime","triple sec","rose syrup / grenadine","cherry"],"opt":["Angostura bitters","soda water"],"steps":["Add 40 ml gin, 100 ml pineapple juice, 15 ml lime juice, 10 ml triple sec and 10 ml grenadine to a shaker.","Add 1 dash bitters if you have it, fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass full of ice.","Top with a splash of soda water for a lighter drink, and garnish with a cherry.","Serve right away with a straw and a pineapple wedge on the rim, alongside chilli chicken or satay."],"gar":["cherry"]},{"n":"Gin Gin Mule","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#d8e6b5","z":"mint","ing":["gin","lime","mint","ginger","sugar","ginger ale"],"steps":["In a shaker, press 8 mint leaves, 2 thin slices fresh ginger, 2 tsp sugar and 20 ml lime juice.","Add 50 ml gin and ice, then shake for 12 seconds.","Strain into a copper mug filled with ice.","Top with 60 ml ginger ale and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside spicy pakoras or chicken tikka."]},{"n":"Floradora","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ef8aa0","z":"berry","ing":["gin","raspberries","lime","ginger ale"],"opt":["sugar"],"steps":["In a tall glass, crush 6 raspberries with 15 ml lime juice (add 1 tsp sugar if the berries are sour).","Fill the glass with ice and add 50 ml gin.","Top with 120 ml ginger ale.","Stir gently and garnish with a raspberry.","Serve right away with a straw while it fizzes, alongside light snacks like cheese crackers or chips."]},{"n":"Breakfast Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f2b34b","z":"orange","ing":["gin","triple sec","lemon","orange marmalade"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Stir 1 heaped tsp orange marmalade into 50 ml gin in a shaker until loosened.","Add 15 ml triple sec and 15 ml lemon juice.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain through a tea strainer into a chilled coupe. Garnish with a thin strip of orange peel.","Serve right away while ice cold, holding the glass by the stem, with buttered toast for a brunch treat."]},{"n":"Earl Grey Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#d8b67b","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","black tea","lemon","sugar","egg white"],"steps":["Soak 1 Earl Grey (or any black) tea bag in 60 ml gin for 10 minutes, then remove it.","Stir 2 tsp sugar into 20 ml lemon juice until dissolved.","Shake the tea gin, lemon mix and 1 egg white without ice for 15 seconds.","Add ice, shake 15 seconds more and strain into a chilled coupe. Add a lemon twist.","Serve right away while the foam is fresh, without a straw, with tea biscuits or lemon cake on the side."]},{"n":"Elderflower Collins","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f1f0d4","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","elderflower syrup","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 50 ml gin, 20 ml elderflower syrup and 20 ml lemon juice.","Stir for 5 seconds to mix.","Top with 100 ml soda water, stir once and add a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside light bites like cucumber sandwiches."]},{"n":"Venetian Gin Spritz","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f36b2f","z":"orange","ing":["gin","campari / aperol","sparkling wine","soda water"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Fill a wine glass with ice.","Pour in 30 ml gin and 30 ml Aperol (or Campari for a more bitter drink).","Add 75 ml cold sparkling wine.","Top with 30 ml soda water, stir gently and add an orange slice.","Serve right away while bubbly, holding the glass by the stem, with olives, chips or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Gin Daisy","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f07a7a","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","lemon","rose syrup / grenadine","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a short glass with crushed ice.","Shake 50 ml gin, 20 ml lemon juice and 15 ml grenadine with ice for 10 seconds.","Strain over the crushed ice.","Top with 30 ml soda water and garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside salted nuts or crackers."]},{"n":"Army & Navy","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#efdaa8","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","lemon","amaretto"],"opt":["Angostura bitters"],"steps":["Add 50 ml gin, 20 ml lemon juice and 20 ml amaretto to a shaker.","Add 1 dash Angostura bitters if you have it.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with a lemon twist.","Serve right away while ice cold, holding the glass by the stem, with roasted almonds on the side."]},{"n":"Gin Alexander","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e8d4ba","z":"none","ing":["gin","cream","chocolate syrup"],"opt":["nutmeg"],"steps":["Add 40 ml gin, 30 ml cream and 20 ml chocolate syrup to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass.","Grate a little nutmeg over the top if you have it.","Serve well chilled straight away, without a straw, as an after-dinner treat with a brownie or cookie."]},{"n":"Jasmine","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f6a48b","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","campari / aperol","triple sec","lemon"],"steps":["Add 45 ml gin, 10 ml Campari, 10 ml triple sec and 25 ml lemon juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe. It should taste a lot like pink grapefruit.","Garnish with a lemon twist.","Serve right away while ice cold, holding the glass by the stem, with salted nuts or cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Pink Gin","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f1c5b6","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","Angostura bitters"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Swirl 4 dashes Angostura bitters around a short glass to coat it, then tip out the extra.","Stir 60 ml gin with ice in a jar for 20 seconds until very cold.","Strain into the coated glass.","Twist a strip of lemon peel over the top.","Serve ice cold without a straw, on a coaster, to sip slowly with a few salted almonds."]},{"n":"Red Snapper","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c1392b","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","tomato juice","lemon","Tabasco","black pepper","celery"],"opt":["salt"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 50 ml gin, 120 ml tomato juice and 15 ml lemon juice.","Add 3 drops Tabasco, a pinch of black pepper and a pinch of salt.","Pour the drink back and forth between the glass and a jar 4 times to mix without froth.","Garnish with a celery stick and a lemon wedge.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside a savoury snack like a masala omelette or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Strawberry Gin Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f4b6bf","z":"berry","ing":["gin","strawberries","tonic water"],"opt":["black pepper"],"steps":["In a wine glass, lightly crush 3 sliced strawberries.","Fill the glass with ice and add 50 ml gin.","Top with 150 ml tonic water and stir gently once.","Add a pinch of cracked black pepper on top if you like.","Serve right away while fizzy, holding the glass by the stem, with a strawberry slice on the rim."]},{"n":"Spiced Gin Tonica","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f2e8cd","z":"orange","ing":["gin","tonic water","star anise","cinnamon","orange"],"steps":["Fill a large wine glass with ice.","Add 50 ml gin, 1 star anise, 1 small cinnamon stick and a strip of orange peel.","Stir for 10 seconds so the spices scent the gin.","Top with 150 ml tonic water, pouring down a spoon handle to keep the bubbles.","Serve right away while the bubbles are lively, holding the glass by the stem, with roasted nuts."],"gar":["orange"]},{"n":"Espresso Gin Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7a4a2b","z":"orange","ing":["gin","tonic water","cold coffee / espresso"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 40 ml gin and 100 ml tonic water.","Slowly pour 40 ml cooled espresso over the back of a spoon so it floats on top.","Garnish with an orange slice and stir just before drinking.","Serve immediately so the coffee layer is seen, with a straw for stirring and a square of dark chocolate."]},{"n":"Matcha Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#a6c46a","z":"none","ing":["gin","matcha","lemon","sugar","egg white"],"steps":["Whisk 1/2 tsp matcha with 2 tsp sugar and 15 ml warm water until smooth.","Add to a shaker with 50 ml gin, 20 ml lemon juice and 1 egg white.","Shake without ice for 15 seconds, then add ice and shake 15 seconds more.","Strain into a chilled coupe and dust a pinch of matcha on the foam.","Serve right away while the foam is fresh, without a straw, holding the stem, with a butter cookie."]},{"n":"Kombucha Highball","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e3c889","z":"lime","ing":["gin","kombucha","lime"],"opt":["ginger"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml gin and 10 ml lime juice.","Add 2 thin slices of fresh ginger if you like extra bite.","Top with 150 ml chilled kombucha, stir once and add a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside light snacks like edamame or roasted chana."]},{"n":"Lavender Gin Fizz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d7c9e7","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","lavender syrup","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Add 50 ml gin, 20 ml lavender syrup and 20 ml lemon juice to a shaker with ice.","Shake for 10 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass full of ice.","Top with 90 ml soda water and garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside shortbread or light cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Lychee Gin Fizz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3eee5","z":"lime","ing":["gin","lychee juice","lime","soda water"],"opt":["lychee"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml gin, 60 ml lychee juice and 15 ml lime juice.","Stir to mix.","Top with 60 ml soda water and garnish with a peeled lychee on a stick.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside dim sums or spring rolls."]},{"n":"Kiwi Gin Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#a3c53a","z":"lime","ing":["gin","kiwi","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Peel 1 ripe kiwi, chop it and mash it in a shaker with 2 tsp sugar.","Add 50 ml gin and 15 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain through a tea strainer into a short glass over ice. Garnish with a kiwi slice.","Serve right away while ice cold, with a short straw, alongside salted cashews or chips."]},{"n":"Celery Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#cde2a3","z":"none","ing":["gin","celery","lime","sugar","egg white"],"steps":["Chop 1 celery stick and mash it hard in a shaker with 2 tsp sugar.","Add 50 ml gin, 20 ml lime juice and 1 egg white. Shake without ice for 15 seconds.","Add ice and shake for 15 seconds more.","Double strain through a tea strainer into a chilled coupe.","Serve right away while the foam is fresh, holding the glass by the stem, with a small celery leaf on top."]},{"n":"Garden Gin Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f6d5d5","z":"mint","ing":["gin","lemonade","cucumber","strawberries","mint"],"steps":["Serves 4. Slice half a cucumber and 8 strawberries into a jug.","Add a handful of mint leaves and 200 ml gin, and stir gently.","Fill the jug with ice.","Top with 600 ml chilled lemonade, stir and pour into ice-filled glasses.","Pour into 4 glasses at the table within 15 minutes, a mint sprig in each, with sandwiches or chips."]},{"n":"Passion Fruit Gin Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f3c24a","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","passion fruit","lemon","sugar","egg white"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 1 passion fruit into a shaker.","Add 50 ml gin, 15 ml lemon juice, 2 tsp sugar and 1 egg white.","Shake without ice for 15 seconds, then with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over fresh ice.","Serve right away while the foam is fresh, without a straw, with salted cashews or crackers on the side."]},{"n":"Pineapple Chilli Gin","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f0d35a","z":"lime","ing":["gin","pineapple","lime","green chilli","sugar"],"steps":["In a shaker, mash 4 pineapple chunks, 1 thin slice green chilli and 2 tsp sugar.","Add 50 ml gin and 20 ml lime juice, then fill with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain through a tea strainer into a short glass over ice. Add more chilli next time if you want more heat.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a pineapple wedge on the rim, alongside chicken tikka or nachos."]},{"n":"Mango Gin Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7b13a","z":"mint","ing":["gin","mango juice","lime","soda water"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml gin, 90 ml mango juice and 15 ml lime juice.","Stir well.","Top with 50 ml soda water and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside spicy snacks like chilli paneer or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Ginger Bee","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#ecd08a","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","ginger","honey","lemon"],"steps":["Mix 2 tsp honey with 2 tsp warm water until runny.","In a shaker, press 3 thin slices of fresh ginger into the honey.","Add 50 ml gin and 20 ml lemon juice, fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain through a tea strainer into a short glass over one big ice cube.","Serve right away without a straw on a coaster, with a lemon twist on top and salted nuts on the side."]},{"n":"Coriander Gin Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#bfe0a4","z":"lime","ing":["gin","coriander","cucumber","lime","sugar"],"steps":["In a shaker, press a small handful of coriander leaves and 3 cucumber slices with 2 tsp sugar.","Add 50 ml gin and 20 ml lime juice, then fill with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain through a tea strainer into a short glass over ice and top with a coriander sprig.","Serve right away while ice cold, with a short straw, alongside spicy pakoras or chicken tikka."]},{"n":"Gin Tea Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#c9934a","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","black tea","lemon","honey","mint","soda water"],"steps":["Serves 4. Brew 500 ml strong black tea, stir in 4 tbsp honey and let it cool fully.","Pour into a jug with 200 ml gin and 80 ml lemon juice.","Add a handful of mint leaves and fill the jug with ice.","Top with 200 ml soda water, stir and pour into ice-filled glasses with lemon slices.","Pour into 4 glasses at the table within 15 minutes, a mint sprig in each, with biscuits or sandwiches."]},{"n":"Apple Gin Highball","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ead79a","z":"none","ing":["gin","apple juice","soda water","cinnamon"],"opt":["apple"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml gin and 90 ml apple juice.","Top with 60 ml soda water.","Stir once with a cinnamon stick and leave it in. Add thin apple slices if you have them.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside cheese cubes or roasted nuts."]},{"n":"Gin Cobbler","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f1c66e","z":"orange","ing":["gin","orange","pineapple","sugar"],"steps":["In a shaker, press 2 orange slices and 2 pineapple chunks with 2 tsp sugar.","Add 50 ml gin and a handful of ice, then shake for 10 seconds.","Pour everything, without straining, into a short glass packed with crushed ice.","Garnish with an orange slice and a pineapple chunk.","Serve right away with a straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside salted nuts or fruit chaat."]},{"n":"Negroni Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#d9553f","z":"orange","ing":["gin","campari / aperol","sweet vermouth","lemon","egg white"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Add 30 ml gin, 25 ml Campari, 20 ml sweet vermouth and 20 ml lemon juice to a shaker.","Add 1 egg white and shake without ice for 15 seconds.","Add ice and shake hard for 15 seconds more.","Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with an orange twist.","Serve right away while the foam is fresh, holding the glass by the stem, with olives or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Clarified Milk Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f4ead0","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","milk","lemon","sugar","black tea"],"opt":["nutmeg"],"steps":["Mix 50 ml gin, 25 ml lemon juice, 2 tsp sugar and 30 ml cooled strong black tea in a cup.","Pour this slowly into 50 ml cold milk. It will curdle: that is what you want.","Wait 10 minutes, then strain through a coffee filter or fine cloth. Strain again for a clearer drink.","Serve in a short glass over one big ice cube with a pinch of nutmeg.","Serve well chilled without a straw on a coaster, to sip slowly with butter cookies or cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Hot Honey Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#eec26a","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","honey","green chilli","lemon"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp honey with 2 tsp warm water and 1 thin slice green chilli, then leave for 5 minutes.","Remove the chilli and pour the honey into a shaker with 50 ml gin and 25 ml lemon juice.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over ice.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a thin chilli slice on the rim, alongside cheese cubes or nachos."]},{"n":"Gin Garibaldi","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f39a3e","z":"orange","ing":["gin","campari / aperol","orange juice"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Whisk or blend 120 ml fresh orange juice for 10 seconds until frothy.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 30 ml gin and 30 ml Campari.","Pour the fluffy orange juice on top.","Stir gently and garnish with an orange wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while the orange juice is still fluffy, alongside toast or brunch bites."]},{"n":"Gin Swizzle","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e8eccc","z":"mint","ing":["gin","lime","sugar","Angostura bitters","mint"],"steps":["In a tall glass, stir 2 tsp sugar into 25 ml lime juice until dissolved.","Add 50 ml gin and 6 mint leaves, then fill the glass with crushed ice.","Spin a spoon between your palms in the ice for 15 seconds until the glass frosts.","Top with more crushed ice and shake 4 dashes Angostura bitters over the top.","Serve right away with a straw and a mint sprig on top before the crushed ice melts, with salty chips."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Gin Hot Toddy","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e8b86a","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","honey","lemon","cloves","cinnamon"],"steps":["Put 2 tsp honey, 3 cloves and 1 cinnamon stick in a heatproof glass or mug.","Pour in 120 ml just-boiled water and stir until the honey melts.","Leave for 2 minutes, then add 40 ml gin and 15 ml lemon juice.","Stir and garnish with a lemon slice. Drink warm.","Serve hot right away in a mug with a handle, or a napkin around the glass, with ginger biscuits or rusks."],"h":1},{"n":"Gin Lemon Slush","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f5f0c0","z":"mint","ing":["gin","lemon","sugar","mint"],"steps":["Add 50 ml gin, 30 ml lemon juice, 3 tsp sugar and 6 mint leaves to a blender.","Add 1 cup (about 150 g) of ice.","Blend for 20 to 30 seconds until smooth and slushy.","Pour into a short glass and top with a mint sprig. Serve with a straw.","Serve immediately before it melts, with a small spoon too, alongside salted chips or roasted peanuts."]},{"n":"Princeton","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#7a1f2e","z":"orange","ing":["gin","port wine","Angostura bitters"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Fill a mixing glass or jar with ice.","Add 50 ml gin, 25 ml port wine and 2 dashes Angostura bitters.","Stir for 20 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with an orange twist.","Serve at once without a straw, holding the glass by the stem, with a piece of dark chocolate or cheese."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Cherry Gin Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#b52a3e","z":"berry","ing":["gin","cherry","lemon","sugar","mint"],"steps":["In a shaker, mash 6 pitted cherries with 2 tsp sugar and 4 mint leaves.","Add 50 ml gin and 20 ml lemon juice, then fill with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass packed with crushed ice. Garnish with a cherry and a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside salted nuts or crackers."]},{"n":"Sweet Lime Spritz","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#eef0c0","z":"lime","ing":["gin","sweet lime (mosambi)","honey","sparkling wine","soda water"],"steps":["Stir 1 tsp honey into 60 ml fresh sweet lime juice until dissolved.","Fill a wine glass with ice and add 30 ml gin and the sweet lime mix.","Top with 75 ml cold sparkling wine and 30 ml soda water.","Stir gently once and garnish with a sweet lime slice.","Serve right away while bubbly, holding the glass by the stem, alongside light snacks like dhokla or chips."]},{"n":"Lemon Drop","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f6e88a","z":"lemon","ing":["vodka","triple sec","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["Wet the rim of a coupe with lemon and dip it in sugar.","Add 50 ml vodka, 20 ml triple sec, 25 ml lemon juice and 2 tsp sugar to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into the sugared glass.","Serve right away while ice cold, without a straw so each sip gets the sugar rim, with salted nuts."]},{"n":"Kamikaze","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#e5efbf","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","triple sec","lime"],"steps":["Add 20 ml vodka, 10 ml triple sec and 10 ml lime juice to a shaker with ice.","Shake for 10 seconds.","Strain into a shot glass and drink in one go.","Serve ice cold straight after straining, with a lime wedge on the side to bite after the shot."]},{"n":"Black Russian","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#2a1910","z":"none","ing":["vodka","coffee liqueur"],"steps":["Fill a short glass with ice.","Pour in 50 ml vodka and 25 ml coffee liqueur.","Stir for 10 seconds and serve.","Serve without a straw on a coaster, as an after-dinner sip with a piece of dark chocolate."]},{"n":"Mudslide","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#a07a52","z":"none","ing":["vodka","coffee liqueur","Irish cream","cream"],"opt":["chocolate syrup"],"steps":["Drizzle 1 tsp chocolate syrup inside a short glass if you like, then fill with ice.","Add 30 ml vodka, 30 ml coffee liqueur, 30 ml Irish cream and 30 ml cream to a shaker with ice.","Shake for 12 seconds.","Strain into the glass.","Serve well chilled right away, with a short straw, as a dessert drink with a brownie or ice cream."]},{"n":"Colorado Bulldog","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8a6448","z":"none","ing":["vodka","coffee liqueur","cream","cola"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 40 ml vodka, 30 ml coffee liqueur and 40 ml cream.","Stir to mix.","Top with 60 ml cola and stir once gently; it will foam up.","Serve right away, well chilled, with a straw while it is still foamy, alongside a brownie or cookies."]},{"n":"Mind Eraser","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#3a2517","z":"none","ing":["vodka","coffee liqueur","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a short glass with ice.","Pour in 30 ml coffee liqueur.","Slowly pour 30 ml vodka over the back of a spoon so it sits on top.","Top gently with 60 ml soda water. Drink quickly through a straw from the bottom up.","Serve immediately without stirring so the layers stay separate, on a coaster, with salted peanuts."]},{"n":"Sex on the Beach","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f26c4f","z":"orange","ing":["vodka","peach schnapps","orange juice","cranberry juice"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 40 ml vodka and 20 ml peach schnapps.","Pour in 60 ml orange juice, then 60 ml cranberry juice.","Stir lightly and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside party snacks like nachos, chips or chicken wings."]},{"n":"Bay Breeze","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e5636c","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","cranberry juice","pineapple juice"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml vodka and 90 ml pineapple juice.","Slowly pour 45 ml cranberry juice on top for a two-tone look.","Stir before drinking. Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw so guests see the two layers before stirring, with chips or nachos."]},{"n":"Blue Lagoon","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#2e8fe0","z":"lemon","ing":["vodka","blue curaçao","lemonade"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 40 ml vodka and 20 ml blue curaçao.","Top with 120 ml lemonade.","Stir and garnish with a lemon slice.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside popcorn or salted chips."]},{"n":"Appletini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#c6df78","z":"none","ing":["vodka","apple juice","lemon","sugar"],"opt":["apple"],"steps":["Add 50 ml vodka, 40 ml apple juice, 15 ml lemon juice and 1 tsp sugar to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe.","Garnish with a thin green apple slice.","Serve right away while ice cold, holding the glass by the stem, with cheese cubes or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Lychee Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f4efe7","z":"none","ing":["vodka","lychee juice","dry vermouth","lychee"],"steps":["Add 50 ml vodka, 40 ml lychee juice and 10 ml dry vermouth to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 12 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe.","Drop a peeled lychee into the glass.","Serve right away while ice cold, holding the glass by the stem, with dim sums or spring rolls."]},{"n":"Passion Fruit Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f4b62e","z":"none","ing":["vodka","passion fruit","vanilla essence","lime","sugar"],"opt":["sparkling wine"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 1 passion fruit into a shaker; keep half a shell for garnish.","Add 45 ml vodka, 15 ml lime juice, 2 tsp sugar and 2 drops vanilla essence.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe and float the half shell on top.","Serve 50 ml sparkling wine in a shot glass on the side if you have it.","Serve right away while ice cold, holding the glass by the stem, with salted cashews or crackers."]},{"n":"French Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e36f86","z":"berry","ing":["vodka","raspberries","pineapple juice","sugar"],"steps":["In a shaker, crush 6 raspberries with 1 tsp sugar.","Add 45 ml vodka and 60 ml pineapple juice.","Fill with ice and shake very hard for 15 seconds to build a foam.","Double strain into a chilled coupe and top with a raspberry.","Serve straight away while the foam is fresh, holding the glass by the stem, with dark chocolate."]},{"n":"Chocolate Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#6a4126","z":"none","ing":["vodka","Irish cream","chocolate syrup","cocoa powder"],"steps":["Wet the rim of a coupe and dip it in cocoa powder.","Add 40 ml vodka, 30 ml Irish cream and 20 ml chocolate syrup to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into the prepared glass.","Serve well chilled straight away, holding the glass by the stem, as a dessert drink with a brownie."]},{"n":"Caipiroska","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e9f2cf","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Cut half a lime into 4 wedges and put them in a short glass.","Add 2 tsp sugar and press the lime hard with a spoon or muddler to release the juice.","Fill the glass with crushed ice and add 50 ml vodka.","Stir well from the bottom and top with more crushed ice.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside grilled chicken or chips."]},{"n":"Vodka Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f2eed5","z":"lemon","ing":["vodka","lemon","sugar","egg white"],"opt":["Angostura bitters"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp sugar into 25 ml lemon juice until dissolved.","Add to a shaker with 50 ml vodka and 1 egg white, and shake without ice for 15 seconds.","Add ice and shake hard for 15 seconds more.","Strain into a chilled coupe. Drip 3 dots of Angostura bitters on the foam if you have it.","Serve right away while the foam is fresh, without a straw, with salted cashews or cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Godmother","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#d8a159","z":"none","ing":["vodka","amaretto"],"steps":["Fill a short glass with ice.","Pour in 45 ml vodka and 25 ml amaretto.","Stir for 10 seconds and serve.","Serve without a straw on a coaster, to sip slowly after dinner with roasted almonds or biscotti."]},{"n":"Russian Spring Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d55a79","z":"berry","ing":["vodka","lemon","raspberries","sugar","sparkling wine"],"steps":["In a shaker, crush 6 raspberries with 2 tsp sugar.","Add 40 ml vodka and 20 ml lemon juice, fill with ice and shake for 12 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass full of ice.","Top with 80 ml cold sparkling wine and garnish with a raspberry.","Serve right away with a straw while the bubbles are lively, alongside light bites like cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Dirty Shirley","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f26b7b","z":"berry","ing":["vodka","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","rose syrup / grenadine","cherry"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml vodka and 150 ml lemon soda.","Slowly pour 15 ml grenadine down the side so it sinks.","Garnish with 1 or 2 cherries and stir before drinking.","Serve right away with a straw while it fizzes, alongside popcorn, chips or nachos."],"gar":["cherry"]},{"n":"Apple Cider Mule","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#d89f59","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","apple juice","ginger ale","lime","cinnamon"],"steps":["Fill a copper mug with ice.","Add 45 ml vodka, 60 ml apple juice and 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 90 ml ginger ale.","Stir with a cinnamon stick, leave it in and add a lime wedge.","Serve right away in the frosty mug with a short straw, alongside roasted salted cashews."]},{"n":"John Daly","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c78a3a","z":"lemon","ing":["vodka","black tea","lemonade"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Brew 100 ml strong black tea and let it cool completely.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 45 ml vodka.","Add the cold tea and 100 ml lemonade.","Stir and garnish with a lemon wedge.","Serve ice-cold with a straw on a coaster, alongside a plate of masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Pink Guava Fizz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3a29f","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","guava juice","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml vodka, 90 ml guava juice and 15 ml lime juice.","Stir well.","Top with 60 ml soda water and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while it fizzes, alongside something tangy like chilli-salted chips."]},{"n":"Caramel Apple Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#d9a35b","z":"none","ing":["vodka","apple juice","caramel syrup","lemon"],"steps":["Drizzle 1 tsp caramel syrup around the inside of a chilled coupe.","Add 45 ml vodka, 60 ml apple juice, 15 ml caramel syrup and 10 ml lemon juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into the coupe.","Serve straight away without a straw, holding the coupe by the stem so it stays cold, with a few salted crackers."]},{"n":"Salted Caramel Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#c79a6a","z":"none","ing":["vodka","Irish cream","caramel syrup","salt"],"steps":["Wet the rim of a coupe with caramel syrup and dip it in a little salt.","Add 40 ml vodka, 40 ml Irish cream, 15 ml caramel syrup and a tiny pinch of salt to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into the glass.","Serve well chilled straight away, no straw, so each sip touches the salted rim; good with dark chocolate."]},{"n":"Key Lime Pie","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#edf0c6","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","lime","condensed milk","cream"],"steps":["Add 45 ml vodka, 25 ml lime juice, 25 ml condensed milk and 30 ml cream to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 20 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe.","Grate a little lime zest on top.","Serve well chilled right away as a dessert drink, no straw, with a couple of butter biscuits on the side."]},{"n":"Banana Cream Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f1e2a8","z":"none","ing":["vodka","banana","cream","honey"],"opt":["nutmeg"],"steps":["Blend half a ripe banana with 40 ml vodka, 40 ml cream and 2 tsp honey until smooth.","Pour into a shaker with ice and shake for 10 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe.","Grate a little nutmeg over the top.","Serve well chilled within a few minutes, before the banana darkens, with a small plate of digestive biscuits."]},{"n":"Boozy Affogato","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#4b2c1a","z":"none","ing":["vodka","coffee liqueur","ice cream","cold coffee / espresso"],"steps":["Put 1 scoop of vanilla ice cream in a short glass.","Mix 30 ml vodka, 20 ml coffee liqueur and 40 ml hot fresh espresso in a cup.","Pour it over the ice cream and eat with a spoon straight away.","Serve on a small plate with a napkin, with a biscotti or butter cookie on the side for dipping."]},{"n":"Apple Pie Shot","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#d49b50","z":"none","ing":["vodka","apple juice","cinnamon","brown sugar"],"steps":["Mix 1 tsp brown sugar with a pinch of cinnamon on a small plate.","Wet the rim of a shot glass and dip it in the mix.","Shake 20 ml vodka and 20 ml apple juice with a pinch of cinnamon and ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into the shot glass.","Serve straight away and drink it in one go, sugar rim first, with a slice of apple to bite after."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Cucumber Basil Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#d6eabf","z":"mint","ing":["vodka","cucumber","basil","lime","sugar"],"steps":["In a shaker, mash 4 cucumber slices and 5 basil leaves with 2 tsp sugar.","Add 50 ml vodka and 20 ml lime juice, then fill with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a chilled coupe and float a thin cucumber slice on top.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, no straw, alongside light bites like cucumber sandwiches or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Spicy Mango Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f6b03a","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","mango","lime","green chilli","sugar"],"steps":["In a shaker, mash 4 chunks of ripe mango, 1 thin slice green chilli and 1 tsp sugar.","Add 45 ml vodka and 20 ml lime juice, then fill with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a chilled coupe.","Serve ice-cold right away without a straw, with a mango slice on the rim and spicy peanuts on the side."]},{"n":"Strawberry Basil Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ef798a","z":"berry","ing":["vodka","strawberries","basil","lemon","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["In a tall glass, mash 3 strawberries and 4 basil leaves with 2 tsp sugar.","Add 20 ml lemon juice and 45 ml vodka, then fill with ice.","Top with 90 ml soda water.","Stir from the bottom and garnish with half a strawberry.","Serve right away with a straw so you sip past the fruit, alongside cheese cubes and crackers."]},{"n":"Pomegranate Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#b41f3a","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","pomegranate juice","triple sec","lime"],"opt":["pomegranate"],"steps":["Add 45 ml vodka, 45 ml pomegranate juice, 15 ml triple sec and 15 ml lime juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe.","Garnish with a few pomegranate seeds or a lime twist.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, without a straw, alongside roasted salted almonds."]},{"n":"Coconut Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f1efe4","z":"mint","ing":["vodka","coconut water","lime","mint"],"steps":["In a tall glass, press 6 mint leaves gently with 15 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and add 45 ml vodka.","Top with 150 ml chilled coconut water.","Stir and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw on a coaster, alongside something salty like banana chips."]},{"n":"Green Tea Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d7e29e","z":"lemon","ing":["vodka","green tea","honey","lemon"],"steps":["Brew 150 ml green tea for 3 minutes, stir in 2 tsp honey and let it cool.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 45 ml vodka.","Pour in the cold tea and 15 ml lemon juice.","Stir and garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve ice-cold with a straw, alongside light snacks like roasted makhana or rice crackers."]},{"n":"Spiked Peach Tea","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e09a5a","z":"none","ing":["vodka","black tea","peach","honey","lemon"],"steps":["Brew 150 ml black tea, stir in 2 tsp honey and let it cool.","In a tall glass, mash 3 slices of ripe peach.","Fill with ice, then add 45 ml vodka, 10 ml lemon juice and the cold tea.","Stir well and garnish with a peach slice.","Serve ice-cold with a wide straw, on a coaster, alongside a bowl of salted cashews."]},{"n":"Grape Crush","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8d4a8a","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","grapes","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["In a tall glass, mash 8 seedless grapes with 1 tsp sugar and 15 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and add 45 ml vodka.","Top with 100 ml soda water.","Stir from the bottom and garnish with 2 grapes on a stick.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside a small cheese plate."]},{"n":"Elderflower Spritz","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#eef0d6","z":"mint","ing":["vodka","elderflower syrup","sparkling wine","soda water","cucumber"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Fill a wine glass with ice and add 3 thin cucumber slices.","Add 30 ml vodka and 20 ml elderflower syrup.","Top with 90 ml cold sparkling wine and 30 ml soda water.","Stir gently once and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away while bubbly, holding the glass by the stem, with light snacks like olives or cucumber bites."],"gar":["cucumber"]},{"n":"Vodka Collins","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#efefdf","z":"lemon","ing":["vodka","lemon","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp sugar into 25 ml lemon juice in a tall glass until dissolved.","Add 50 ml vodka and fill the glass with ice.","Top with 120 ml soda water.","Stir once and garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while the soda is lively, alongside salted peanuts."]},{"n":"Raspberry Rickey","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e86b8a","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","raspberries","lime","soda water"],"steps":["In a tall glass, crush 6 raspberries with the juice of half a lime.","Fill the glass with ice and add 45 ml vodka.","Top with 120 ml soda water.","Stir from the bottom and garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve straight away with a straw, on a coaster, alongside something salty like potato chips."]},{"n":"Orange Creamsicle","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f8c37b","z":"orange","ing":["vodka","orange juice","cream","vanilla essence"],"opt":["sugar","orange"],"steps":["Add 40 ml vodka, 60 ml orange juice, 30 ml cream and 2 drops vanilla essence to a shaker.","Add 1 tsp sugar if your juice is sharp.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with an orange twist.","Serve well chilled straight away, no straw, as an after-dinner treat with a vanilla biscuit."]},{"n":"Vanilla Cola","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#5a2e1a","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","cola","vanilla essence"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml vodka and 2 drops vanilla essence.","Top with 150 ml cola.","Stir once and squeeze in a lime wedge if you like.","Serve right away with a straw while it fizzes, alongside a bowl of popcorn."]},{"n":"Pineapple Upside-Down","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#f1c45a","z":"none","ing":["vodka","pineapple juice","rose syrup / grenadine","vanilla essence"],"steps":["Shake 20 ml vodka, 20 ml pineapple juice and 1 drop vanilla essence with ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into a shot glass.","Slowly drip 1 tsp grenadine down the side so it sinks to the bottom.","Serve without stirring so the red stays at the bottom, and drink it in one go."]},{"n":"Peanut Butter Cup","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#8a5a36","z":"none","ing":["vodka","peanut butter","chocolate syrup","milk"],"steps":["Blend 45 ml vodka, 1 tbsp peanut butter, 20 ml chocolate syrup and 60 ml milk until smooth.","Pour into a shaker with ice and shake for 10 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over ice.","Drizzle a little chocolate syrup on top.","Serve well chilled right away with a short straw, alongside a couple of chocolate cookies."]},{"n":"Vodka Berry Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#c8325a","z":"berry","ing":["vodka","cranberry juice","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","strawberries","blueberries"],"steps":["Serves 4. Slice 8 strawberries into a jug and add a handful of blueberries.","Pour in 200 ml vodka and 400 ml cranberry juice, then stir.","Fill the jug with ice.","Top with 400 ml lemon soda, stir gently and pour into ice-filled glasses.","Pour at the table right away so it stays fizzy, a few berries in each glass, with chips and dips on the side."]},{"n":"Papaya Freeze","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f7a26b","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","papaya","lime","honey"],"steps":["Add 1 cup chopped ripe papaya, 45 ml vodka, 20 ml lime juice and 2 tsp honey to a blender.","Add 1 cup (about 150 g) of ice.","Blend for 30 seconds until thick and smooth.","Pour into a short glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve immediately with a short straw and a spoon, before it melts."]},{"n":"Mint Chocolate Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#5a3a2a","z":"mint","ing":["vodka","chocolate syrup","mint","cream"],"steps":["In a shaker, press 8 mint leaves into 20 ml chocolate syrup.","Add 45 ml vodka and 40 ml cream.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a chilled coupe and top with a small mint leaf.","Serve well chilled straight away, no straw, with a square of dark chocolate on the side."]},{"n":"Matcha Coconut Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b9d08a","z":"none","ing":["vodka","matcha","coconut milk","honey"],"steps":["Whisk 1 tsp matcha with 2 tsp honey and 30 ml warm water until smooth.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 45 ml vodka.","Pour in 120 ml coconut milk and stir.","Gently pour the matcha mix on top for a green layer, then stir before drinking.","Serve right away with a straw so guests see the green layer first, alongside a few rice crackers."]},{"n":"Almond Joy","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#7a5236","z":"none","ing":["vodka","amaretto","chocolate syrup","coconut cream"],"steps":["Add 30 ml vodka, 20 ml amaretto, 20 ml chocolate syrup and 30 ml coconut cream to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe.","Drizzle a thin line of chocolate syrup on top.","Serve well chilled straight away, no straw, as a dessert drink with a couple of coconut cookies."]},{"n":"Strawberry Pepper Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e8556a","z":"berry","ing":["vodka","strawberries","black pepper","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["In a shaker, mash 3 strawberries with 2 tsp sugar and 2 pinches of cracked black pepper.","Add 50 ml vodka and 20 ml lemon juice, then fill with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a chilled coupe and add a tiny pinch of pepper on top.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, no straw, alongside a small plate of cheese and crackers."]},{"n":"Peach Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f6b98c","z":"none","ing":["vodka","peach schnapps","peach","lemon"],"steps":["In a shaker, mash 3 slices of ripe peach.","Add 40 ml vodka, 20 ml peach schnapps and 15 ml lemon juice.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with a thin peach slice.","Serve ice-cold straight away, without a straw, alongside a few roasted almonds."]},{"n":"Pomegranate Spritz","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#c43a52","z":"mint","ing":["vodka","pomegranate juice","sparkling wine","soda water"],"opt":["pomegranate","mint"],"steps":["Fill a wine glass with ice.","Add 30 ml vodka and 45 ml pomegranate juice.","Top with 90 ml cold sparkling wine and 30 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with pomegranate seeds and a mint sprig.","Serve right away while bubbly, holding the glass by the stem, alongside light bites like paneer tikka."]},{"n":"Hot Spiced Apple Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#c9813d","z":"orange","ing":["vodka","apple juice","cinnamon","cloves","orange","honey"],"steps":["Serves 4. Pour 800 ml apple juice into a pan with 2 cinnamon sticks, 6 cloves and 4 orange slices.","Heat gently for 10 minutes without boiling, then stir in 2 tbsp honey.","Turn off the heat and stir in 160 ml vodka.","Pour into a heatproof jug and serve warm in mugs or heatproof glasses.","Pour into 4 mugs at the table while steaming, one orange slice in each, with a plate of ginger biscuits."]},{"n":"Orange Crush","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7a43a","z":"orange","ing":["vodka","triple sec","orange","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Squeeze 1 large orange to get about 90 ml fresh juice.","Fill a tall glass with crushed ice and add 45 ml vodka and 20 ml triple sec.","Pour in the orange juice.","Top with 60 ml lemon soda, stir and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside spicy chips or nachos."]},{"n":"Chi-Chi","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f5edda","z":"none","ing":["vodka","pineapple juice","coconut cream"],"opt":["pineapple","cherry"],"steps":["Add 50 ml vodka, 120 ml pineapple juice and 40 ml coconut cream to a blender with 1 cup of ice.","Blend for 20 seconds until smooth and frothy.","Pour into a tall glass.","Garnish with a pineapple chunk and a cherry.","Serve immediately with a straw before it melts, alongside something salty like banana chips."]},{"n":"Pineapple Buck","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f0d47a","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","pineapple juice","ginger ale","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml vodka, 60 ml pineapple juice and 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 90 ml ginger ale.","Stir once and garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while it fizzes, alongside spicy pakoras."]},{"n":"Gingerbread Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#b98552","z":"none","ing":["vodka","Irish cream","ginger","cinnamon","brown sugar"],"opt":["nutmeg"],"steps":["Wet the rim of a coupe and dip it in 1 tsp brown sugar mixed with a pinch of cinnamon.","In a shaker, press 2 thin slices of fresh ginger with 1 tsp brown sugar.","Add 40 ml vodka, 40 ml Irish cream and a pinch of cinnamon. Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Double strain into the glass and grate a little nutmeg on top.","Serve well chilled straight away, no straw, with a gingerbread or butter biscuit on the side."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Bocce Ball","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f4ab4a","z":"orange","ing":["vodka","amaretto","orange juice","soda water"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 30 ml vodka and 30 ml amaretto.","Pour in 90 ml orange juice and top with 40 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw while it sparkles, alongside a bowl of roasted salted almonds."]},{"n":"Sgroppino","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f6f0cf","z":"lemon","ing":["vodka","ice cream","lemon","sparkling wine"],"steps":["In a bowl, whisk 1 small scoop of vanilla ice cream with 15 ml lemon juice and a little lemon zest until smooth.","Whisk in 20 ml vodka.","Pour into a chilled wine glass.","Slowly top with 60 ml cold sparkling wine, stir once and serve with a spoon.","Serve immediately, before the ice cream melts, as a light dessert after dinner."]},{"n":"Kiwi Spritz","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#c4dc6a","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","kiwi","sugar","sparkling wine","soda water"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["In a wine glass, mash 1 peeled ripe kiwi with 1 tsp sugar.","Add 30 ml vodka and fill the glass with ice.","Top with 90 ml cold sparkling wine and 30 ml soda water.","Stir gently from the bottom and garnish with a kiwi slice or a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a short straw to sip past the kiwi pulp, alongside salted crackers."]},{"n":"Purple Rain","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7b3f9a","z":"lemon","ing":["vodka","blue curaçao","cranberry juice","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 40 ml vodka and 120 ml lemon soda.","Pour in 60 ml cranberry juice.","Slowly pour 20 ml blue curaçao on top; it turns the red purple. Stir and add a lemon slice.","Serve right away with a straw while it fizzes, alongside crunchy nachos."]},{"n":"Strawberry Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e8384f","z":"berry","ing":["white rum","strawberries","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Hull 5 strawberries (about 100 g) and put them in a blender with 50 ml white rum.","Add 25 ml fresh lime juice and 3 tsp sugar.","Add 1 cup (about 150 g) ice and blend for 30 seconds until thick and smooth.","Pour into a coupe glass and garnish with half a strawberry on the rim.","Serve immediately with a short straw before it melts, alongside a small bowl of salted chips."]},{"n":"Banana Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f3e3a0","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","banana","lime","sugar"],"opt":["dark rum"],"steps":["Peel and slice 1 ripe banana and put it in a blender.","Add 50 ml white rum, 20 ml lime juice and 2 tsp sugar.","Add 1 cup ice and blend for 30 seconds until creamy.","Pour into a coupe glass. Optional: float 10 ml dark rum on top. Garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve immediately, before it melts and the banana browns, with a short straw."]},{"n":"Mango Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f7a823","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","mango","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Cube 1 ripe mango (about 150 g flesh) and put it in a blender.","Add 50 ml white rum, 20 ml lime juice and 2 tsp sugar.","Add 1 cup ice and blend for 30 seconds until smooth and slushy.","Pour into a coupe glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve immediately with a short straw before it melts, alongside spicy chilli-lime peanuts."]},{"n":"Watermelon Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f2546b","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","watermelon","lime","sugar"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Muddle 150 g seedless watermelon cubes in a shaker until fully juicy.","Add 50 ml white rum, 20 ml lime juice and 2 tsp sugar.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a lime wheel, or a small mint leaf if you like.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, no straw, alongside a bowl of salted chips."]},{"n":"Kiwi Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#9cc43b","z":"none","ing":["white rum","kiwi","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Peel 2 kiwis, cut into chunks and muddle well in a shaker.","Add 50 ml white rum, 20 ml lime juice and 2 tsp sugar.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a thin kiwi slice.","Serve right away while ice-cold, holding the coupe by the stem, alongside salted crackers."]},{"n":"Coconut Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f4efe4","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","coconut cream","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Add 50 ml white rum, 30 ml coconut cream, 20 ml lime juice and 2 tsp sugar to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake very hard for 20 seconds so the coconut cream turns silky.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve well chilled straight away, no straw, alongside banana chips or salted cashews."]},{"n":"Canchánchara","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e9d28c","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","honey","lime"],"steps":["Mix 2 tsp honey with 10 ml warm water in a short glass until runny.","Add 50 ml white rum and 20 ml lime juice and stir well.","Fill the glass with ice, stir for 10 seconds and garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away on a coaster, no straw, alongside a bowl of banana chips or salted chips."]},{"n":"Elderflower Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f2f0d0","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","elderflower syrup","lime"],"steps":["Add 50 ml white rum, 20 ml elderflower syrup and 20 ml lime juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a thin lime wheel.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, no straw, with light bites like cucumber sandwiches."]},{"n":"Lavender Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#c9b6e4","z":"none","ing":["white rum","lavender syrup","lime"],"opt":["blueberries"],"steps":["Add 50 ml white rum, 15 ml lavender syrup and 20 ml lime juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Optional: drop in 3 blueberries.","Serve straight away, holding the coupe by the stem to keep it cold, with a few shortbread biscuits."]},{"n":"Raspberry Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#c8264b","z":"berry","ing":["white rum","raspberries","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Muddle 10 raspberries with 2 tsp sugar in a shaker.","Add 50 ml white rum and 20 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to catch the seeds. Garnish with 2 raspberries.","Serve right away while ice-cold, without a straw, alongside a small plate of cheese and crackers."]},{"n":"Peach Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f6b98a","z":"none","ing":["white rum","peach","lime","sugar"],"opt":["peach schnapps"],"steps":["Peel and slice 1 ripe peach and put it in a blender.","Add 50 ml white rum, 20 ml lime juice and 2 tsp sugar. Optional: add 15 ml peach schnapps.","Add 1 cup ice and blend for 30 seconds until slushy.","Pour into a coupe glass and garnish with a peach slice.","Serve immediately with a short straw before it melts, alongside a few salted crackers."]},{"n":"Ginger Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#efe2b0","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","ginger","lime","honey"],"steps":["Grate 1 tsp fresh ginger into a shaker, add 2 tsp honey and 10 ml warm water, and stir.","Add 50 ml white rum and 20 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, no straw, alongside spicy pakoras."]},{"n":"Guava Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f4a6a0","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","guava juice","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Add 45 ml white rum, 45 ml guava juice, 15 ml lime juice and 1 tsp sugar to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, no straw, alongside chilli-salted chips."]},{"n":"Mary Pickford","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f2b0a0","z":"berry","ing":["white rum","pineapple juice","rose syrup / grenadine","cherry"],"steps":["Add 45 ml white rum, 45 ml pineapple juice and 5 ml grenadine to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds until foamy.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass and drop in 1 cherry.","Serve right away while the foam is fresh, no straw, alongside a few salted cashews."],"gar":["cherry"]},{"n":"El Presidente","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e8a65a","z":"orange","ing":["white rum","dry vermouth","triple sec","rose syrup / grenadine"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Fill a mixing glass or jug with ice.","Add 45 ml white rum, 20 ml dry vermouth, 10 ml triple sec and 5 ml grenadine.","Stir for 20 seconds until very cold.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Optional: twist a strip of orange peel over the top.","Serve straight away without a straw, holding the coupe by the stem, alongside olives or salted nuts."]},{"n":"Hotel Nacional","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f3cf7a","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","pineapple juice","lime","peach schnapps","sugar"],"steps":["Add 45 ml white rum, 30 ml pineapple juice, 15 ml lime juice and 15 ml peach schnapps to a shaker.","Add 1 tsp sugar, fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, no straw, alongside a plate of spicy chicken bites."]},{"n":"Rum Collins","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f4f1d8","z":"lemon","ing":["white rum","lemon","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Add 50 ml white rum, 25 ml lemon juice and 3 tsp sugar to a tall glass; stir until dissolved.","Fill the glass with ice.","Top with 100 ml soda water and stir gently once.","Garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while it fizzes, alongside salted peanuts."]},{"n":"Coco Rum Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f1ecd8","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","coconut water","pineapple juice","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 50 ml white rum, 100 ml coconut water, 50 ml pineapple juice and 10 ml lime juice.","Stir for 10 seconds and garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve ice-cold with a straw on a coaster, alongside banana chips or roasted cashews."]},{"n":"Strawberry Mojito","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f06a7a","z":"mint","ing":["white rum","strawberries","mint","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["In a tall glass, gently muddle 3 sliced strawberries, 8 mint leaves and 2 tsp sugar for 10 seconds.","Add 20 ml lime juice and 50 ml white rum.","Fill with crushed ice and top with 80 ml soda water.","Stir from the bottom up and garnish with a mint sprig and a strawberry.","Serve right away with a straw, before the crushed ice melts, alongside nachos or salted chips."]},{"n":"Coconut Mojito","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eeeadb","z":"mint","ing":["white rum","coconut cream","mint","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["In a tall glass, gently muddle 8 mint leaves with 1 tsp sugar and 20 ml lime juice.","Add 50 ml white rum and 30 ml coconut cream and stir well to blend in the cream.","Fill with crushed ice, top with 60 ml soda water and stir gently.","Garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw, before the crushed ice melts, alongside spicy chicken wings."]},{"n":"Pineapple Mojito","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f2df8a","z":"mint","ing":["white rum","pineapple","mint","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["In a tall glass, muddle 4 fresh pineapple chunks, 8 mint leaves and 1 tsp sugar until juicy.","Add 20 ml lime juice and 50 ml white rum.","Fill with crushed ice and top with 80 ml soda water.","Stir from the bottom and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw while it fizzes, alongside spicy pakoras or chips."]},{"n":"Lychee Mojito","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3ece6","z":"mint","ing":["white rum","lychee juice","mint","lime","soda water"],"opt":["lychee"],"steps":["In a tall glass, gently press 8 mint leaves with 15 ml lime juice.","Add 45 ml white rum and 60 ml lychee juice. Optional: add 2 peeled lychees.","Fill with crushed ice and top with 60 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw, on a coaster, alongside light bites like spring rolls."]},{"n":"Air Mail","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f1dc9a","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","lime","honey","sparkling wine"],"steps":["Mix 2 tsp honey with 10 ml warm water until runny.","Add it to a shaker with 30 ml white rum and 15 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and shake for 10 seconds.","Strain into a wine glass and top with 60 ml chilled sparkling wine. Garnish with a lime twist.","Serve right away while the bubbles are lively, no straw, alongside a few salted crackers."]},{"n":"Blue Hawaiian","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#2fa8d8","z":"none","ing":["white rum","blue curaçao","pineapple juice","coconut cream"],"opt":["pineapple"],"steps":["Add 40 ml white rum, 20 ml blue curaçao, 90 ml pineapple juice and 30 ml coconut cream to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass filled with crushed ice.","Optional: garnish with a pineapple wedge on the rim.","Serve right away with a straw and a cocktail umbrella, alongside something salty like banana chips."]},{"n":"Lava Flow","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f0d2c0","z":"berry","ing":["white rum","strawberries","banana","pineapple juice","coconut cream"],"steps":["Blend 5 strawberries with 15 ml white rum for 10 seconds and pour into the bottom of a tall glass.","Rinse the blender. Add 1 banana, 35 ml white rum, 90 ml pineapple juice, 45 ml coconut cream and 1 cup ice.","Blend for 30 seconds until smooth.","Pour slowly over the strawberry layer so the red swirls up the sides like lava.","Serve immediately without stirring, with a straw, so the red lava swirl shows and it stays frozen."]},{"n":"Mango Colada","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f6c050","z":"none","ing":["white rum","mango","coconut cream","pineapple juice"],"steps":["Add 150 g ripe mango cubes, 50 ml white rum, 45 ml coconut cream and 90 ml pineapple juice to a blender.","Add 1 cup ice and blend for 30 seconds until thick and smooth.","Pour into a tall glass and garnish with a mango slice.","Serve immediately with a straw before it melts, alongside spicy chicken tikka bites."]},{"n":"Choco Colada","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#a07a5a","z":"none","ing":["white rum","chocolate syrup","coconut cream","pineapple juice","milk"],"steps":["Add 50 ml white rum, 30 ml chocolate syrup, 45 ml coconut cream, 60 ml pineapple juice and 30 ml milk to a blender.","Add 1 cup ice and blend for 30 seconds.","Drizzle 1 tsp chocolate syrup inside a tall glass, then pour in the drink.","Serve immediately with a straw before it melts, as a dessert drink with a couple of cookies."]},{"n":"Missionary's Downfall","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#c9e07a","z":"mint","ing":["white rum","peach schnapps","pineapple","mint","honey","lime"],"steps":["Add 4 pineapple chunks, 10 mint leaves, 2 tsp honey and 15 ml lime juice to a blender.","Add 45 ml white rum and 15 ml peach schnapps.","Add 1 cup ice and blend for 20 seconds until frosty and flecked with green.","Pour into a coupe glass and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve immediately with a short straw, before the frosty mix melts, alongside a few salted crackers."]},{"n":"Coquito","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f5ecd6","z":"none","ing":["white rum","coconut milk","condensed milk","cinnamon","vanilla essence","nutmeg"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Add 400 ml coconut milk and 200 ml condensed milk to a blender.","Add 200 ml white rum, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp vanilla essence and a pinch of nutmeg.","Blend for 20 seconds, pour into a jug and chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours.","Stir, pour about 200 ml into each short glass and dust with a little cinnamon.","Pour it straight from the fridge for 4 so it stays well chilled, with a cinnamon biscuit or plum cake on the side."],"gar":["nutmeg"]},{"n":"Grape Rum Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b88ac0","z":"none","ing":["white rum","grapes","lemon","honey","soda water"],"steps":["In a tall glass, muddle 10 seedless grapes with 2 tsp honey until juicy.","Add 45 ml white rum and 15 ml lemon juice and stir.","Fill with ice and top with 100 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with 2 grapes on a stick.","Serve right away with a straw while it fizzes, alongside a bowl of mixed salted nuts."]},{"n":"Papaya Batida","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f7a872","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","papaya","condensed milk","lime"],"steps":["Add 100 g ripe papaya cubes, 45 ml white rum, 30 ml condensed milk and 10 ml lime juice to a blender.","Add 1/2 cup ice and blend for 20 seconds until creamy.","Pour into a short glass and garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve well chilled immediately, with a short straw, before the ice melts and it turns thin."]},{"n":"Basil Rum Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#c7d88a","z":"none","ing":["white rum","basil","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["In a shaker, muddle 8 basil leaves with 2 tsp sugar and 25 ml lemon juice.","Add 50 ml white rum and fill with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a short glass over fresh ice and garnish with a basil leaf.","Serve right away on a coaster, no straw, alongside garlic bread."]},{"n":"Pomegranate Rum Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#b5203c","z":"mint","ing":["white rum","pomegranate juice","lime","mint","soda water"],"opt":["pomegranate"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Add 200 ml white rum, 300 ml pomegranate juice and 60 ml lime juice to a jug.","Add 10 torn mint leaves and stir for 20 seconds.","Add 2 cups ice and top with 300 ml soda water.","Stir gently and pour into glasses. Optional: sprinkle pomegranate seeds on top.","Pour into 4 ice-filled glasses at the table right away, while the soda is fizzy, with chaat or chips."]},{"n":"Cucumber Rum Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e8f0d8","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","tonic water","cucumber","lime"],"steps":["Slice 4 thin cucumber rounds and press them against the inside of a tall glass.","Fill the glass with ice and add 45 ml white rum and 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 120 ml tonic water and stir gently once.","Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while the tonic fizzes, alongside light snacks like hummus and crackers."]},{"n":"Rum Creamsicle Float","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7b860","z":"none","ing":["white rum","orange soda","ice cream","vanilla essence"],"steps":["Add 45 ml white rum and 2 drops vanilla essence to a tall glass.","Add 2 scoops ice cream (vanilla works best).","Slowly pour 150 ml cold orange soda over the ice cream; it will foam up, so pour in stages.","Serve straight away with a spoon and a straw.","Serve on a small plate with a napkin, since it can foam over, alongside a couple of butter biscuits."]},{"n":"Matcha Colada","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b8cc7a","z":"none","ing":["white rum","matcha","coconut milk","pineapple juice","honey"],"steps":["Whisk 1 tsp matcha with 20 ml warm water until smooth with no lumps.","Add it to a blender with 45 ml white rum, 60 ml coconut milk, 60 ml pineapple juice and 2 tsp honey.","Add 1 cup ice and blend for 20 seconds until frothy.","Pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately with a straw before it melts, topped with a pineapple wedge on the rim."]},{"n":"Mai Tai","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#d9893a","z":"mint","ing":["dark rum","white rum","triple sec","amaretto","lime","sugar"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Add 30 ml white rum, 15 ml triple sec, 10 ml amaretto, 20 ml lime juice and 1 tsp sugar to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass filled with crushed ice.","Float 30 ml dark rum on top by pouring it slowly over the back of a spoon.","Garnish with a mint sprig and the squeezed lime half.","Serve right away with a short straw on a coaster, without stirring so the dark rum stays on top."]},{"n":"Zombie","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d46a2c","z":"mint","ing":["white rum","dark rum","lime","pineapple juice","rose syrup / grenadine","cinnamon"],"opt":["Angostura bitters","mint"],"steps":["Add 30 ml white rum, 30 ml dark rum, 20 ml lime juice and 30 ml pineapple juice to a shaker.","Add 10 ml grenadine and a pinch of cinnamon. Optional: add 2 dashes Angostura bitters.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish with a mint sprig. Strong: one per person.","Serve right away with a straw on a coaster, alongside a bowl of salted nuts, and offer water."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Navy Grog","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#c98a3e","z":"lime","ing":["dark rum","white rum","lime","honey","soda water"],"steps":["Mix 3 tsp honey with 15 ml warm water until runny.","Add it to a shaker with 30 ml dark rum, 30 ml white rum and 20 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over crushed ice, top with 30 ml soda water and add a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside salted peanuts."]},{"n":"Hurricane","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e5532f","z":"orange","ing":["dark rum","white rum","passion fruit","orange juice","lime","rose syrup / grenadine"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 1 passion fruit into a shaker.","Add 45 ml dark rum, 30 ml white rum, 45 ml orange juice, 15 ml lime juice and 10 ml grenadine.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass over fresh ice and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw, on a coaster, alongside spicy chicken wings or fries."]},{"n":"Painkiller","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f0c98a","z":"none","ing":["dark rum","pineapple juice","orange juice","coconut cream","nutmeg"],"steps":["Add 60 ml dark rum, 120 ml pineapple juice, 30 ml orange juice and 30 ml coconut cream to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Pour everything, ice and all, into a tall glass.","Grate a pinch of nutmeg on top.","Serve right away with a straw and a pineapple wedge on the rim, alongside spicy roasted cashews."],"gar":["nutmeg"]},{"n":"Jungle Bird","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#b0413a","z":"none","ing":["dark rum","campari / aperol","pineapple juice","lime","sugar"],"opt":["pineapple"],"steps":["Add 45 ml dark rum, 20 ml Campari, 45 ml pineapple juice, 15 ml lime juice and 1 tsp sugar to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over fresh ice. Optional: garnish with a pineapple wedge.","Serve right away on a coaster, no straw, alongside spicy chips or nachos."]},{"n":"Bahama Mama","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d9733a","z":"none","ing":["dark rum","coconut cream","coffee liqueur","pineapple juice","lemon","rose syrup / grenadine"],"steps":["Add 30 ml dark rum, 20 ml coconut cream, 15 ml coffee liqueur and 90 ml pineapple juice to a shaker.","Add 15 ml lemon juice and 10 ml grenadine.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass over crushed ice.","Serve right away with a straw and an orange slice on the rim, alongside spicy chicken bites."],"opt":["orange"]},{"n":"Bushwacker","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9b7558","z":"none","ing":["dark rum","coffee liqueur","Irish cream","coconut cream","milk"],"opt":["ice cream","nutmeg"],"steps":["Add 30 ml dark rum, 30 ml coffee liqueur, 30 ml Irish cream, 30 ml coconut cream and 60 ml milk to a blender.","Add 1 cup ice and blend for 30 seconds until thick. Optional: add 1 scoop ice cream for a richer shake.","Pour into a tall glass. Optional: grate a little nutmeg on top.","Serve immediately with a wide straw while thick and frosty, as a dessert drink with a cookie."]},{"n":"Rum Runner","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d8492f","z":"none","ing":["white rum","dark rum","banana","raspberries","pineapple juice","rose syrup / grenadine"],"steps":["Blend 1/2 banana and 6 raspberries with 60 ml pineapple juice for 15 seconds.","Pour into a shaker with 30 ml white rum, 10 ml grenadine and ice; shake for 10 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass over crushed ice.","Float 20 ml dark rum on top by pouring it slowly over the back of a spoon.","Serve right away with a straw, without stirring so the dark rum stays on top, on a coaster."]},{"n":"Scorpion","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f0a64a","z":"orange","ing":["white rum","brandy","orange juice","lime","amaretto"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Add 200 ml white rum, 80 ml brandy, 240 ml orange juice and 120 ml lime juice to a jug.","Add 60 ml amaretto and stir for 20 seconds.","Add 2 cups crushed ice and stir again.","Pour into short glasses or share from the jug with long straws. Optional: float orange slices on top.","Pour for 4 right away while the crushed ice is fresh, with spicy chicken wings and water on the side."]},{"n":"Queen's Park Swizzle","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b5803c","z":"mint","ing":["dark rum","lime","mint","sugar","Angostura bitters"],"steps":["In a tall glass, gently press 10 mint leaves with 3 tsp sugar and 25 ml lime juice.","Add 60 ml dark rum and fill the glass with crushed ice.","Spin a spoon or chopstick between your palms in the glass for 15 seconds until it frosts.","Top with more crushed ice, shake 4 dashes Angostura bitters on top and garnish with mint.","Serve right away with a straw, without stirring, so the red bitters layer stays on top."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Bermuda Rum Swizzle","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e07a3a","z":"orange","ing":["dark rum","white rum","pineapple juice","orange juice","rose syrup / grenadine","Angostura bitters"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Add 30 ml dark rum, 30 ml white rum, 60 ml pineapple juice and 60 ml orange juice to a jug.","Add 10 ml grenadine and 2 dashes Angostura bitters.","Fill with crushed ice and spin a spoon between your palms for 15 seconds until frothy.","Pour into a tall glass with the ice. Optional: garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw while still frothy, alongside spicy fries."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Passion Fruit Swizzle","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e8a03a","z":"none","ing":["dark rum","passion fruit","lime","honey","Angostura bitters"],"steps":["Mix 2 tsp honey with 10 ml warm water in a tall glass.","Add the pulp of 2 passion fruits, 15 ml lime juice and 50 ml dark rum.","Fill with crushed ice and spin a spoon between your palms for 15 seconds.","Top with more crushed ice and 2 dashes Angostura bitters.","Serve right away with a straw and a mint sprig on top, without stirring in the bitters."],"opt":["mint"],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Rum Old Fashioned","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#a85a24","z":"orange","ing":["dark rum","brown sugar","Angostura bitters","orange"],"steps":["Put 1 tsp brown sugar, 2 dashes Angostura bitters and 5 ml water in a short glass; stir until dissolved.","Add 60 ml dark rum and 1 large ice cube.","Stir for 20 seconds to chill.","Squeeze a strip of orange peel over the glass and drop it in.","Serve without a straw on a coaster, to sip slowly, alongside roasted salted almonds or dark chocolate."],"gar":["Angostura bitters","orange"]},{"n":"Rum Manhattan","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#8a3a1e","z":"berry","ing":["dark rum","sweet vermouth","Angostura bitters","cherry"],"steps":["Fill a mixing glass or jug with ice.","Add 50 ml dark rum, 25 ml sweet vermouth and 2 dashes Angostura bitters.","Stir for 25 seconds until well chilled.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass and add 1 cherry.","Serve straight away without a straw, holding the coupe by the stem, with a few roasted nuts on the side."],"gar":["Angostura bitters","cherry"]},{"n":"Hot Rum Toddy","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#c48a3a","z":"lemon","ing":["dark rum","honey","lemon","cinnamon","cloves"],"steps":["Heat 150 ml water until steaming (not boiling) and pour it into a heatproof mug.","Stir in 2 tsp honey and 15 ml lemon juice.","Add 45 ml dark rum, 1 cinnamon stick and 3 cloves.","Let it steep for 2 minutes, add a lemon slice and sip warm.","Serve hot right away on a saucer, with a teaspoon to fish out the cloves, alongside ginger biscuits."],"h":1},{"n":"Rum Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e2b56a","z":"none","ing":["dark rum","lemon","sugar","egg white","Angostura bitters"],"steps":["Add 50 ml dark rum, 25 ml lemon juice, 3 tsp sugar and 1 egg white to a shaker.","Shake without ice for 15 seconds to build foam.","Add ice and shake again for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over fresh ice and drop 3 dashes Angostura bitters onto the foam.","Serve right away while the foam is thick, no straw, so you sip through the foam, alongside salted nuts."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Old Cuban","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#d9c47a","z":"mint","ing":["dark rum","lime","mint","sugar","Angostura bitters","sparkling wine"],"steps":["In a shaker, gently press 6 mint leaves with 2 tsp sugar and 20 ml lime juice.","Add 45 ml dark rum and 2 dashes Angostura bitters.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a chilled coupe glass, top with 60 ml sparkling wine and add a mint leaf.","Serve right away while bubbly, without a straw, alongside olives or salted nuts."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Three Dots and a Dash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e09a3a","z":"berry","ing":["dark rum","lime","orange juice","honey","cloves","Angostura bitters"],"opt":["cherry"],"steps":["Crush 2 cloves and stir them into 2 tsp honey with 10 ml warm water.","Pour into a shaker with 45 ml dark rum, 15 ml lime juice, 15 ml orange juice and 1 dash Angostura bitters.","Fill with crushed ice and shake for 10 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over crushed ice. Optional: garnish with 3 cherries on a stick.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside spicy pakoras."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Bajan Rum Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#c8692e","z":"lime","ing":["dark rum","lime","brown sugar","Angostura bitters","nutmeg"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Dissolve 8 tsp brown sugar in 120 ml warm water in a jug.","Add 60 ml lime juice, 180 ml dark rum and 120 ml cold water.","Add 6 dashes Angostura bitters and stir well.","Add 2 cups ice, stir, pour into glasses and grate a little nutmeg over each. Add a lime wheel.","Pour for 4 right away while ice-cold, with spicy chicken wings or fish fry on the side."],"gar":["Angostura bitters","nutmeg"]},{"n":"Fish House Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#d9a05a","z":"lemon","ing":["dark rum","brandy","peach","black tea","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Brew 300 ml black tea, stir in 6 tsp sugar and let it cool.","Add 150 ml dark rum, 80 ml brandy and 90 ml lemon juice to a jug.","Add 1 sliced peach and the cooled tea; stir and chill for 1 hour.","Serve over ice in short glasses with a lemon wheel.","Pour into 4 ice-filled glasses at the table, adding a peach slice to each, with cheese and crackers on the side."]},{"n":"Dirty Banana","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c7a27a","z":"none","ing":["dark rum","coffee liqueur","banana","milk"],"opt":["ice cream"],"steps":["Add 1 ripe banana, 45 ml dark rum, 30 ml coffee liqueur and 90 ml milk to a blender.","Add 1 cup ice and blend for 30 seconds. Optional: add 1 scoop ice cream.","Pour into a tall glass and top with a banana slice.","Serve immediately with a wide straw while thick and cold, as a dessert drink with a chocolate cookie."]},{"n":"Rum Alexander","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#cfa47e","z":"none","ing":["dark rum","cream","chocolate syrup","nutmeg"],"steps":["Add 40 ml dark rum, 30 ml cream and 20 ml chocolate syrup to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass and grate a pinch of nutmeg on top.","Serve well chilled straight away, no straw, as an after-dinner drink with a square of dark chocolate."],"gar":["nutmeg"]},{"n":"Rum Hot Chocolate","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#6b3e26","z":"none","ing":["dark rum","milk","cocoa powder","sugar","cinnamon"],"steps":["Warm 200 ml milk in a pan over low heat until steaming, about 2 minutes.","Whisk in 2 tsp cocoa powder, 2 tsp sugar and a pinch of cinnamon until smooth.","Take off the heat and stir in 45 ml dark rum.","Pour into a heatproof mug and serve.","Serve hot right away, topped with a few marshmallows or whipped cream, with a cookie on the side."],"h":1,"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Brown Sugar Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#d8b06a","z":"lime","ing":["dark rum","lime","brown sugar"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp brown sugar into 10 ml warm water until dissolved.","Add it to a shaker with 50 ml dark rum and 20 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, no straw, alongside a few salted cashews."]},{"n":"Guava Rum Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f08a80","z":"lime","ing":["dark rum","guava juice","lime","ginger ale","Angostura bitters"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Add 180 ml dark rum, 400 ml guava juice and 60 ml lime juice to a jug.","Add 4 dashes Angostura bitters and stir for 20 seconds.","Add 2 cups ice and top with 250 ml ginger ale.","Stir gently and pour into tall glasses, each with a lime wheel.","Pour for 4 right away while the ginger ale is fizzy, with chilli-salted chips or pakoras on the side."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Cable Car","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e3a14a","z":"orange","ing":["spiced rum","triple sec","lemon","sugar","cinnamon"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Mix 1 tsp sugar with 1/4 tsp cinnamon on a plate. Wet the rim of a coupe glass and dip it in.","Add 45 ml spiced rum, 20 ml triple sec, 20 ml lemon juice and 1 tsp sugar to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into the rimmed glass. Optional: garnish with an orange twist.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, no straw, so each sip picks up the cinnamon-sugar rim."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Spiced Rum Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e8c88a","z":"orange","ing":["spiced rum","tonic water","orange"],"opt":["star anise"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 50 ml spiced rum and 2 orange slices.","Top with 150 ml tonic water and stir gently once.","Optional: float 1 star anise on top for aroma.","Serve right away with a straw while the tonic fizzes, alongside a bowl of spiced nuts."],"gar":["orange"]},{"n":"Caribbean Iced Coffee","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8a5a3a","z":"none","ing":["spiced rum","cold coffee / espresso","condensed milk","cinnamon"],"steps":["Stir 30 ml condensed milk into 150 ml cold coffee until fully mixed.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 45 ml spiced rum.","Pour in the coffee mix and stir for 10 seconds.","Dust a pinch of cinnamon on top.","Serve ice-cold with a straw, on a coaster, alongside a cookie or a slice of banana bread."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Spiced Rum Cola Float","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#4a2618","z":"none","ing":["spiced rum","cola","ice cream"],"steps":["Put 2 scoops ice cream (vanilla works best) into a tall glass.","Pour 45 ml spiced rum over the ice cream.","Slowly top with 150 ml cold cola; it will foam, so pour in stages.","Serve straight away with a spoon and a straw.","Serve on a small plate with a napkin, as it may foam over, with a few salted pretzels for contrast."]},{"n":"Spiced Cranberry Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#a8242e","z":"orange","ing":["spiced rum","cranberry juice","orange juice","cinnamon","star anise","soda water"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Add 200 ml spiced rum, 400 ml cranberry juice and 200 ml orange juice to a jug.","Add 1 cinnamon stick and 2 star anise and chill for 30 minutes.","Add 2 cups ice and top with 200 ml soda water.","Stir gently and pour into tall glasses. Optional: add an orange slice to each.","Pour for 4 right away while the soda is fizzy, with a straw in each glass and roasted nuts on the side."]},{"n":"Hot Spiced Rum Cider","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#c98a3a","z":"orange","ing":["spiced rum","apple juice","cinnamon","cloves","orange"],"steps":["Warm 200 ml apple juice in a pan with 1 cinnamon stick and 3 cloves for 5 minutes without boiling.","Pour into a heatproof mug, leaving the cloves behind.","Stir in 45 ml spiced rum.","Garnish with an orange slice and the cinnamon stick.","Serve hot right away on a saucer, with a napkin, alongside a slice of cake or ginger biscuits."],"gar":["orange"]},{"n":"Ginger Swizzle","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e2b05a","z":"mint","ing":["spiced rum","ginger","lime","honey","mint","Angostura bitters"],"steps":["Grate 1 tsp fresh ginger into a tall glass, add 2 tsp honey and 10 ml warm water, and stir.","Add 6 mint leaves and 20 ml lime juice and press gently.","Add 50 ml spiced rum and fill with crushed ice.","Spin a spoon between your palms for 15 seconds, then top with 3 dashes Angostura bitters.","Serve right away with a straw, without stirring in the bitters, alongside spicy pakoras."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Spiced Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#d8a85a","z":"lime","ing":["spiced rum","lime","maple syrup"],"steps":["Add 50 ml spiced rum, 20 ml lime juice and 15 ml maple syrup to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, no straw, alongside spiced roasted cashews."]},{"n":"Cinnamon Toast Shot","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#d9b48a","z":"none","ing":["spiced rum","Irish cream","cinnamon"],"steps":["Shake 20 ml spiced rum and 20 ml Irish cream with ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into a shot glass.","Dust a pinch of cinnamon on top and drink in one go.","Serve well chilled right away, straight after shaking, with a small cookie to bite afterwards."]},{"n":"Peanut Butter Rum Shake","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b07a4a","z":"none","ing":["spiced rum","peanut butter","chocolate syrup","ice cream","milk"],"steps":["Add 45 ml spiced rum, 1 tbsp peanut butter, 15 ml chocolate syrup, 2 scoops ice cream and 100 ml milk to a blender.","Blend for 30 seconds until smooth and thick.","Drizzle 1 tsp chocolate syrup inside a tall glass and pour in the shake.","Serve immediately with a wide straw while thick and cold, with a cookie on the side."]},{"n":"Spiced Rum Kombucha","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e0b870","z":"lime","ing":["spiced rum","kombucha","ginger","lime"],"steps":["Put 3 thin slices of fresh ginger in a tall glass and press them lightly with a spoon.","Fill with ice and add 45 ml spiced rum and 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 150 ml kombucha and stir gently once.","Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while it fizzes, alongside light bites like veggie spring rolls."]},{"n":"Spiced Banana Colada","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#efd59a","z":"none","ing":["spiced rum","banana","coconut cream","pineapple juice"],"opt":["nutmeg"],"steps":["Add 1 ripe banana, 50 ml spiced rum, 45 ml coconut cream and 90 ml pineapple juice to a blender.","Add 1 cup ice and blend for 30 seconds until smooth.","Pour into a tall glass. Optional: grate a little nutmeg on top.","Serve immediately with a straw before it melts, alongside salted cashews."]},{"n":"Spiced Milk Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#efe2c8","z":"none","ing":["spiced rum","milk","sugar","vanilla essence","nutmeg"],"steps":["Add 45 ml spiced rum, 90 ml cold milk, 2 tsp sugar and 2 drops vanilla essence to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds until frothy.","Strain into a short glass over fresh ice.","Grate a pinch of nutmeg on top.","Serve well chilled right away, no straw, with a slice of plum cake or a butter biscuit."],"gar":["nutmeg"]},{"n":"Spiced Rum Arnold Palmer","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b9783a","z":"lemon","ing":["spiced rum","black tea","lemonade"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Brew 100 ml strong black tea and let it cool completely.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 45 ml spiced rum.","Pour in the cooled tea and 100 ml lemonade.","Stir and garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve ice-cold with a straw on a coaster, alongside spicy samosas."]},{"n":"Spiced Cherry Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#8e1f30","z":"berry","ing":["spiced rum","cherry","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["In a shaker, muddle 6 pitted cherries with 2 tsp sugar until juicy.","Add 50 ml spiced rum and 20 ml lemon juice.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over crushed ice and top with 1 cherry.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside dark chocolate."]},{"n":"Spiced Rum Orange Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e98a2c","z":"orange","ing":["spiced rum","orange","honey","Angostura bitters","soda water"],"steps":["In a short glass, muddle 2 orange wedges with 2 tsp honey.","Add 45 ml spiced rum and 2 dashes Angostura bitters and stir.","Fill with ice and top with 40 ml soda water.","Stir once and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away on a coaster, no straw, alongside roasted salted almonds."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Tommy's Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e8e2a8","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","lime","honey"],"opt":["salt"],"steps":["Mix 3 tsp honey with 15 ml warm water until runny.","Add it to a shaker with 50 ml tequila and 25 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over fresh ice. Optional: salt half the rim. Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away on a coaster, no straw, alongside nachos with salsa."]},{"n":"Strawberry Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#ea4a5a","z":"berry","ing":["tequila","strawberries","triple sec","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a coupe glass and dip it in sugar.","Add 6 hulled strawberries, 45 ml tequila, 20 ml triple sec, 25 ml lime juice and 2 tsp sugar to a blender.","Add 1 cup ice and blend for 30 seconds until slushy.","Pour into the glass and garnish with a strawberry.","Serve immediately with a short straw before it melts, alongside tortilla chips and salsa."]},{"n":"Spicy Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#d8e0a0","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","triple sec","lime","green chilli","salt"],"steps":["Muddle 2 thin slices of green chilli in a shaker (use more for extra heat).","Add 50 ml tequila, 20 ml triple sec and 25 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Salt half the rim of a short glass, add ice and strain the drink in. Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away, no straw so you get the salted rim, alongside cooling guacamole and chips."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Watermelon Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f05a6a","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","watermelon","triple sec","lime"],"opt":["salt"],"steps":["Muddle 150 g seedless watermelon cubes in a shaker until fully juicy.","Add 45 ml tequila, 15 ml triple sec and 20 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a short glass over ice. Optional: salt the rim first. Garnish with lime.","Serve right away while ice-cold, with a short straw, alongside chilli-salted nachos."]},{"n":"Blue Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#2c9fd0","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","blue curaçao","lime","salt"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a coupe glass and dip it in salt.","Add 45 ml tequila, 25 ml blue curaçao and 25 ml lime juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into the glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, no straw, so each sip touches the salted rim, alongside nachos."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Pineapple Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f3d36a","z":"none","ing":["tequila","pineapple","triple sec","lime","salt"],"steps":["Muddle 4 fresh pineapple chunks in a shaker until juicy.","Add 45 ml tequila, 15 ml triple sec and 20 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Salt the rim of a short glass, add ice and double strain the drink in. Add a pineapple wedge.","Serve right away while ice-cold, no straw so each sip hits the salt rim, with spicy nachos or masala peanuts."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Passion Fruit Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f0b030","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","passion fruit","triple sec","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 2 passion fruits into a shaker.","Add 45 ml tequila, 15 ml triple sec, 20 ml lime juice and 1 tsp sugar.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass, pressing the pulp through. Garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away while frosty, holding the coupe by its stem, with chilli-lime chips on the side."]},{"n":"Cucumber Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#cfe6b0","z":"none","ing":["tequila","cucumber","triple sec","lime"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Muddle 5 cucumber slices in a shaker until mushy. Optional: add 4 mint leaves.","Add 45 ml tequila, 15 ml triple sec and 25 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a short glass over ice and garnish with a thin cucumber ribbon.","Serve right away while ice-cold, no straw, with a light snack like salted cashews or cucumber chaat."]},{"n":"Pomegranate Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#b52a42","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","pomegranate juice","triple sec","lime"],"opt":["pomegranate"],"steps":["Add 45 ml tequila, 45 ml pomegranate juice, 15 ml triple sec and 20 ml lime juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over ice and add a lime wedge.","Optional: scatter 1 tsp pomegranate seeds on top.","Serve right away on a coaster, no straw, with a small bowl of spicy roasted chana or chips."]},{"n":"Cranberry Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#c22a3c","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","cranberry juice","triple sec","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a coupe glass and dip it in sugar.","Add 45 ml tequila, 45 ml cranberry juice, 15 ml triple sec and 20 ml lime juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into the glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away by the stem so it stays cold, sipping over the sugar rim, with salted nuts on the side."],"gar":["sugar"]},{"n":"Coconut Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f2eee0","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","coconut cream","triple sec","lime"],"steps":["Add 45 ml tequila, 30 ml coconut cream, 15 ml triple sec and 25 ml lime juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake very hard for 20 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve well chilled within a minute or two, before the creamy foam settles, with spicy prawns or paneer tikka."]},{"n":"Peach Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f4b080","z":"none","ing":["tequila","peach","triple sec","lime"],"steps":["Chop half a ripe peach and muddle it in a shaker until pulpy.","Add 45 ml tequila, 15 ml triple sec and 20 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a short glass over ice and garnish with a peach slice.","Serve right away while ice-cold, no straw, alongside light bites like chips and fresh salsa."]},{"n":"Lychee Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f3ede4","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","lychee juice","triple sec","lime"],"opt":["lychee"],"steps":["Add 45 ml tequila, 45 ml lychee juice, 15 ml triple sec and 20 ml lime juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Optional: drop in 1 peeled lychee.","Serve straight away while frosty, holding the coupe by the stem, with crispy spring rolls or salted nuts."]},{"n":"Elderflower Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#eef0c8","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","elderflower syrup","lime","salt"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a short glass and dip it in salt.","Add 45 ml tequila, 20 ml elderflower syrup and 20 ml lime juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into the glass over fresh ice and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away on a coaster, no straw so you taste the salt rim, with salted crackers or olives."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Guava Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f39a9a","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","guava juice","triple sec","lime","salt"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a coupe glass and dip it in salt.","Add 45 ml tequila, 60 ml guava juice, 15 ml triple sec and 15 ml lime juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into the glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away while ice-cold, sipping over the salt rim, with masala peanuts or spicy chips."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Kiwi Tequila Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#a8c850","z":"none","ing":["tequila","kiwi","lime","honey","basil"],"steps":["In a shaker, muddle 1 peeled kiwi with 4 basil leaves and 2 tsp honey.","Add 45 ml tequila and 20 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a short glass over crushed ice and top with a basil leaf.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside salted cashews."]},{"n":"Mangonada","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7a020","z":"none","ing":["tequila","mango","lime","tamarind paste","green chilli","salt"],"steps":["Mix 1 tsp tamarind paste with a pinch of salt and 5 ml water; smear half inside a tall glass.","Add 150 g mango cubes, 45 ml tequila, 20 ml lime juice and 1 thin green chilli slice to a blender.","Add 1 cup ice and blend for 30 seconds until thick.","Pour into the glass and drizzle the rest of the tamarind mix on top.","Serve immediately before it melts, with a thick straw and a spoon, plus a pinch of chilli salt on top if you like."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Paloma","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef0c0","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","lime","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","salt"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a tall glass and dip it in salt.","Fill the glass with ice and add 50 ml tequila and 15 ml lime juice.","Top with 150 ml lemon soda and stir gently.","Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside tacos, nachos or spicy chicken tikka."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Watermelon Paloma","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3707a","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","watermelon","lime","soda water","salt"],"steps":["Blend 150 g seedless watermelon cubes for 10 seconds and strain the juice into a jug.","Salt the rim of a tall glass and fill it with ice.","Add 45 ml tequila, the watermelon juice and 15 ml lime juice.","Top with 60 ml soda water, stir gently and add a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy and cold, with a plate of salted chips or fruit chaat."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Cantarito","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3c060","z":"orange","ing":["tequila","orange juice","lime","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","salt"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Salt the rim of a tall glass and fill it with ice.","Add 50 ml tequila, 30 ml orange juice and 15 ml lime juice.","Top with 100 ml lemon soda and stir.","Garnish with a lime wedge, plus an orange wedge if you have one.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside spicy snacks like aloo tikki or nachos."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Kombucha Paloma","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eed8a0","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","kombucha","lime","salt"],"steps":["Salt half the rim of a tall glass and fill it with ice.","Add 45 ml tequila and 15 ml lime juice.","Top with 150 ml kombucha (ginger or plain) and stir gently.","Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while bubbly, on a coaster, with light snacks like roasted makhana."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"El Diablo","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#a04a6a","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","ginger ale","lime","blueberries"],"steps":["Muddle 10 blueberries in a tall glass until fully crushed.","Add 45 ml tequila and 15 ml lime juice and fill with ice.","Top with 120 ml ginger ale and stir from the bottom.","Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw so you can stir up the berries, alongside spicy chips or kebabs."]},{"n":"Batanga","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#3a1e14","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","cola","lime","salt"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a tall glass and dip it in salt.","Fill with ice and add 50 ml tequila and 15 ml lime juice.","Top with 120 ml cola and stir with a knife, the traditional way.","Drop the lime wedge in.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside tacos or a plate of masala fries."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Bloody Maria","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b8302a","z":"none","ing":["tequila","tomato juice","lime","Tabasco","black pepper","celery"],"steps":["Fill a shaker with ice and add 45 ml tequila, 120 ml tomato juice and 15 ml lime juice.","Add 3 dashes Tabasco and a pinch of black pepper.","Pour back and forth between the shaker and a glass 4 times to mix without foaming.","Strain into a tall glass of fresh ice and garnish with a celery stick.","Serve right away while cold, with a straw, as a brunch drink alongside eggs, toast or a masala omelette."]},{"n":"Rosita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#8a2a2a","z":"none","ing":["tequila","sweet vermouth","dry vermouth","campari / aperol","Angostura bitters"],"steps":["Fill a mixing glass or jug with ice.","Add 45 ml tequila, 15 ml sweet vermouth, 15 ml dry vermouth and 15 ml Campari.","Add 1 dash Angostura bitters and stir for 20 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over 1 large ice cube.","Serve right away without a straw, on a coaster, with salted almonds or olives on the side."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Siesta","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f08070","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","campari / aperol","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Add 45 ml tequila, 15 ml Campari, 20 ml lime juice and 2 tsp sugar to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a lime twist.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, held by the stem, with salty snacks like chips or roasted peanuts."]},{"n":"Tequila Old Fashioned","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#d9a050","z":"orange","ing":["tequila","honey","Angostura bitters","orange"],"steps":["Mix 1 tsp honey with 5 ml warm water in a short glass.","Add 60 ml tequila and 2 dashes Angostura bitters.","Add 1 large ice cube and stir for 20 seconds.","Squeeze a strip of orange peel over the drink and drop it in.","Serve right away without a straw, sipping slowly over the big ice cube, with a few salted almonds."],"gar":["Angostura bitters","orange"]},{"n":"Tequila Slammer","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#f4f2d8","z":"none","ing":["tequila","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Pour 25 ml tequila into a sturdy shot glass and top with 25 ml lemon soda.","Cover the top with your palm and tap the glass firmly once on the table so it fizzes.","Drink it in one go while it is still fizzing.","Serve on a folded napkin or coaster to cushion the slam and catch splashes, so it can go down in one go."]},{"n":"Tequila Shot","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#f4f0d0","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","lime","salt"],"steps":["Pour 30 ml tequila into a shot glass and cut a lime wedge.","Lick the back of your hand, sprinkle a pinch of salt on it and lick the salt.","Drink the shot in one go, then bite into the lime wedge.","Serve with a plate of extra lime wedges and a small salt bowl on the table, so everyone takes it in one go together."]},{"n":"Prairie Fire","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#f0c080","z":"none","ing":["tequila","Tabasco"],"steps":["Pour 30 ml tequila into a shot glass.","Add 3 to 5 drops Tabasco; it will sink and spread.","Drink in one go.","Serve right away before the Tabasco fully mixes, to be taken in one go, with a glass of cold water nearby."]},{"n":"Tequila Mint Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#cfe0a0","z":"mint","ing":["tequila","mint","lime","sugar"],"steps":["In a short glass, muddle 8 mint leaves, 2 lime wedges and 2 tsp sugar for 10 seconds.","Add 50 ml tequila and fill with crushed ice.","Stir from the bottom until the glass feels cold.","Top with more crushed ice and a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside salted peanuts or chips."]},{"n":"Ranch Water","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f2f4e4","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 50 ml tequila and 25 ml lime juice.","Top with 150 ml soda water and stir once.","Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while bubbly, alongside tacos, nachos or grilled chicken."]},{"n":"Tequila Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef2e6","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","tonic water","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 50 ml tequila and squeeze in 2 lime wedges, then drop them in.","Top with 150 ml tonic water and stir once.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, with a lime wheel on the rim and salted nuts on the side."],"gar":["lime"]},{"n":"Vampiro","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c0302a","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","tomato juice","orange juice","lime","rose syrup / grenadine","salt"],"opt":["green chilli"],"steps":["Salt the rim of a tall glass and fill it with ice.","Add 45 ml tequila, 60 ml tomato juice, 45 ml orange juice and 15 ml lime juice.","Add 5 ml grenadine. Optional: add 1 thin green chilli slice.","Stir well for 10 seconds and garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away well chilled with a straw, alongside spicy snacks like chilli paneer or nachos."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Mexican Firing Squad","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e05a5a","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","lime","rose syrup / grenadine","Angostura bitters","soda water"],"steps":["Add 50 ml tequila, 20 ml lime juice, 15 ml grenadine and 2 dashes Angostura bitters to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over ice and top with 30 ml soda water.","Garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away while the soda still fizzes, no straw, with spicy chicken wings or nachos."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Brave Bull","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#3a2214","z":"none","ing":["tequila","coffee liqueur"],"steps":["Fill a short glass with ice.","Add 45 ml tequila and 30 ml coffee liqueur.","Stir for 15 seconds and serve.","Serve on a coaster without a straw, as a slow after-dinner sipper with a piece of dark chocolate."]},{"n":"Coco Loco","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f0ece0","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","white rum","coconut water","coconut cream","lime"],"steps":["Add 30 ml tequila, 30 ml white rum, 30 ml coconut cream and 15 ml lime juice to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass of ice and top with 90 ml coconut water.","Stir gently and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while well chilled, alongside grilled prawns or banana chips."]},{"n":"Tequila Peach Tea","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d48a3a","z":"lemon","ing":["tequila","black tea","peach","lemon","honey"],"steps":["Brew 150 ml black tea, stir in 2 tsp honey and let it cool.","In a tall glass, muddle 3 peach slices with 15 ml lemon juice.","Fill with ice, add 45 ml tequila and pour in the tea.","Stir and garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while ice-cold, alongside light snacks like sandwiches or cookies."]},{"n":"Chimayó","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#d8a060","z":"none","ing":["tequila","apple juice","lemon","raspberries"],"opt":["apple"],"steps":["Muddle 6 raspberries in a shaker.","Add 45 ml tequila, 60 ml apple juice and 10 ml lemon juice.","Fill with ice and shake for 10 seconds.","Double strain into a short glass over ice. Optional: garnish with a thin apple slice.","Serve right away while cold, no straw, with a small bowl of salted nuts or cheese cubes."]},{"n":"Café de Olla Spike","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#5a3220","z":"orange","ing":["tequila","cold coffee / espresso","brown sugar","cinnamon","orange"],"steps":["Make 150 ml hot strong coffee (2 espresso shots topped with hot water works) in a heatproof mug.","Stir in 2 tsp brown sugar and a pinch of cinnamon until dissolved.","Add 40 ml tequila and stir.","Twist a strip of orange peel over the mug and drop it in.","Serve hot right away on a coaster, with a cinnamon stick to stir, alongside a churro or a few biscuits."],"h":1,"gar":["orange"]},{"n":"Tequila Berry Lemonade","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#e05a80","z":"berry","ing":["tequila","lemonade","raspberries","blueberries","mint"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Lightly crush 15 raspberries and 15 blueberries in the bottom of a jug.","Add 180 ml tequila and 600 ml lemonade and stir.","Add 10 mint leaves and 2 cups ice.","Stir and pour into tall glasses, making sure each gets some berries.","Pour at the table within 10 minutes of adding ice, with a straw in each of the 4 glasses and chips on the side."]},{"n":"Tequila Horchata","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#efe4d0","z":"none","ing":["tequila","almond milk","cinnamon","sugar","vanilla essence"],"steps":["Add 45 ml tequila, 120 ml almond milk, 2 tsp sugar, 1/4 tsp cinnamon and 2 drops vanilla essence to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over ice and dust with a pinch of cinnamon.","Serve well chilled right away, with a cinnamon stick as a stirrer and a cinnamon cookie on the side."]},{"n":"Tequila Espresso","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#3a2416","z":"none","ing":["tequila","cold coffee / espresso","coffee liqueur","sugar"],"steps":["Make 30 ml espresso (or very strong coffee) and let it cool for 2 minutes.","Add it to a shaker with 40 ml tequila, 20 ml coffee liqueur and 1 tsp sugar.","Fill with ice and shake very hard for 20 seconds to build foam.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass.","Serve within a minute while the foam is thick, topped with 3 coffee beans, alongside a piece of dark chocolate."]},{"n":"Rob Roy","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#8B2E1A","z":"berry","ing":["whisky","sweet vermouth","Angostura bitters"],"opt":["cherry"],"steps":["Fill a mixing glass with ice. Add 50 ml whisky, 25 ml sweet vermouth and 2 dashes Angostura bitters.","Stir gently for 30 seconds until very cold.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass and drop in a cherry if using.","Serve right away without a straw, held by the stem, with salted nuts or a small cheese plate."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Penicillin","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#D9A441","z":"lemon","ing":["whisky","honey","ginger","lemon"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp honey with 2 tsp warm water until runny. Grate 1 tsp fresh ginger and squeeze out its juice.","Add 50 ml whisky, 20 ml lemon juice, the honey mix and the ginger juice to a shaker with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a lemon slice.","Serve right away, no straw, on a coaster, with a piece of candied ginger on the side."]},{"n":"Hot Toddy","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#C98A2E","z":"lemon","ing":["whisky","honey","lemon","cinnamon"],"opt":["cloves"],"steps":["Boil water. Put 1 tbsp honey and 15 ml lemon juice in a heat-safe mug.","Add 45 ml whisky and pour in 120 ml hot water. Stir until the honey dissolves.","Add 1 cinnamon stick and a lemon slice studded with 3 cloves. Rest 1 minute, then sip warm.","Serve hot within a few minutes on a coaster, with a napkin around the handle, alongside plain biscuits."],"h":1},{"n":"Irish Coffee","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#3B2314","z":"none","ing":["whisky","cold coffee / espresso","brown sugar","cream"],"steps":["Rinse a heat-safe mug with hot water to warm it, then empty it.","Add 2 tsp brown sugar and 120 ml hot strong coffee. Stir until the sugar dissolves.","Stir in 40 ml whisky.","Whip 30 ml cream for 20 seconds until just thick. Pour it over the back of a spoon so it floats. Do not stir.","Serve hot right away without stirring, sipping the coffee through the cream, with a biscuit on the side."],"h":1},{"n":"Blood and Sand","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#B5462B","z":"orange","ing":["whisky","sweet vermouth","orange juice","cherry"],"steps":["In a shaker, muddle 3 pitted cherries for 10 seconds.","Add 25 ml whisky, 25 ml sweet vermouth, 25 ml orange juice and ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain through a tea strainer into a chilled coupe. Garnish with an orange peel.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, held by the stem, with a small cheese plate or dark chocolate."]},{"n":"Whisky Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#C9A24A","z":"mint","ing":["whisky","mint","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["Cut half a lemon into 4 wedges. Put them in a short glass with 8 mint leaves and 2 tsp sugar.","Muddle gently for 10 seconds to release the juice and mint oil.","Add 50 ml whisky, fill with crushed ice and stir for 10 seconds.","Top with more crushed ice and a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a short straw while frosty, alongside a plate of fried snacks like pakoras."]},{"n":"Boulevardier","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#8E1F1A","z":"orange","ing":["bourbon","campari / aperol","sweet vermouth"],"steps":["Add 40 ml bourbon, 25 ml Campari and 25 ml sweet vermouth to a mixing glass with ice.","Stir for 30 seconds until well chilled.","Strain into a short glass over a large ice cube. Twist an orange peel over the top and drop it in.","Serve right away without a straw, on a coaster, with salted almonds or a small cheese plate."],"opt":["orange"]},{"n":"Manhattan","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#7A2A12","z":"berry","ing":["bourbon","sweet vermouth","Angostura bitters"],"opt":["cherry"],"steps":["Add 50 ml bourbon, 25 ml sweet vermouth and 2 dashes Angostura bitters to a mixing glass full of ice.","Stir for 30 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a cherry on a pick.","Serve right away without a straw, held by the stem so it stays cold, with roasted nuts on the side."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Mint Julep","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#CFA650","z":"mint","ing":["bourbon","mint","sugar"],"steps":["Put 10 mint leaves, 2 tsp sugar and 1 tsp water in a copper mug.","Press the mint gently with a muddler 5 times. Do not shred it.","Add 60 ml bourbon and fill the mug to the top with crushed ice.","Stir until the mug frosts, about 20 seconds. Top with more crushed ice and a big mint sprig.","Serve right away with a short straw tucked next to the mint, holding the mug by its rim so it stays frosty."]},{"n":"New York Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#9B3A2A","z":"lemon","ing":["bourbon","lemon","sugar","red wine"],"opt":["egg white"],"steps":["Shake 50 ml bourbon, 25 ml lemon juice and 2 tsp sugar (plus 1 egg white if using) without ice for 10 seconds.","Add ice and shake again for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over fresh ice.","Slowly pour 20 ml red wine over the back of a spoon so it floats as a red layer on top.","Serve right away without stirring so the red wine layer stays on top, with salted nuts or cheese."]},{"n":"Gold Rush","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#E0B04A","z":"lemon","ing":["bourbon","honey","lemon"],"steps":["Stir 1 tbsp honey with 1 tbsp warm water until smooth.","Shake 50 ml bourbon, 25 ml lemon juice and the honey mix with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over a large ice cube. Garnish with a lemon twist.","Serve right away without a straw, on a coaster, with a few salted cashews or biscuits on the side."]},{"n":"Ward Eight","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#D2643A","z":"orange","ing":["whisky","lemon","orange juice","rose syrup / grenadine"],"steps":["Add 50 ml whisky, 15 ml lemon juice, 15 ml orange juice and 1 tsp grenadine to a shaker with ice.","Shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with an orange slice.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, held by the stem, with salty snacks like roasted peanuts."]},{"n":"Peach Bourbon Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#E8A15C","z":"mint","ing":["bourbon","peach","mint","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["Cut half a ripe peach into chunks. Put in a short glass with 6 mint leaves, 2 tsp sugar and 15 ml lemon juice.","Muddle for 15 seconds until the peach is mushy.","Add 50 ml bourbon, fill with crushed ice and stir for 10 seconds.","Garnish with a peach slice and a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside grilled chicken or salted nuts."]},{"n":"Kentucky Mule","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#D8B062","z":"lime","ing":["bourbon","ginger ale","lime"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Fill a copper mug with ice.","Add 50 ml bourbon and 15 ml fresh lime juice.","Top with 120 ml ginger ale and stir once.","Garnish with a lime wedge and a mint sprig if using.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, holding the mug by the handle to keep it cold, with spicy chips."]},{"n":"Bourbon Lemonade","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F0D27A","z":"lemon","ing":["bourbon","lemonade"],"opt":["mint","lemon"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour in 45 ml bourbon and 150 ml lemonade. Stir for 5 seconds.","Garnish with a lemon wheel and a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw while ice-cold, alongside light bites like sandwiches or salted chips."]},{"n":"Cherry Bourbon Cola","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#4A1A12","z":"berry","ing":["bourbon","cola","cherry","lime"],"steps":["Muddle 4 pitted cherries in a tall glass for 10 seconds.","Add ice, 45 ml bourbon and 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 150 ml cola and stir gently. Garnish with a cherry.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside burgers, fries or spicy chicken wings."]},{"n":"Hot Apple Bourbon","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#B8742E","z":"orange","ing":["bourbon","apple juice","cinnamon","cloves","orange"],"steps":["Warm 180 ml apple juice in a small pan with 1 cinnamon stick, 3 cloves and 1 orange slice for 5 minutes. Do not boil.","Pour 45 ml bourbon into a heat-safe mug.","Strain the hot spiced apple juice over the bourbon and stir. Garnish with the cinnamon stick.","Serve hot right away on a coaster, with a slice of apple pie or plain cake on the side."]},{"n":"Bourbon Sweet Tea","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8C4A1C","z":"lemon","ing":["bourbon","black tea","sugar","lemon"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Brew 150 ml strong black tea, stir in 2 tsp sugar and let it cool completely.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 45 ml bourbon and 15 ml lemon juice.","Pour in the cooled tea and stir. Garnish with a lemon wheel and mint.","Serve right away with a straw while ice-cold, alongside fried chicken or salted biscuits."]},{"n":"Paper Plane","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#E07B2C","z":"none","ing":["bourbon","campari / aperol","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["Add 30 ml bourbon, 30 ml Aperol, 25 ml lemon juice and 1 tsp sugar to a shaker with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, held by the stem, with a thin lemon twist on the rim if you have one."]},{"n":"Old Pal","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#A3301E","z":"lemon","ing":["whisky","campari / aperol","dry vermouth"],"steps":["Stir 40 ml whisky, 25 ml Campari and 25 ml dry vermouth with ice for 30 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass.","Twist a lemon peel over the drink to release its oil, then drop it in.","Serve right away without a straw, held by the stem, with olives or salted almonds on the side."],"opt":["lemon"]},{"n":"Bourbon Lift","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C9A27E","z":"none","ing":["bourbon","coffee liqueur","cream","soda water"],"steps":["Shake 40 ml bourbon, 20 ml coffee liqueur and 30 ml cream with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass without ice.","Slowly pour in 60 ml soda water so it foams up and lifts the drink.","Serve immediately while the foam is high and well chilled, with a straw, alongside a chocolate biscuit."]},{"n":"Pineapple Whisky Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#EBC45A","z":"lime","ing":["whisky","pineapple juice","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml whisky, 90 ml pineapple juice and 10 ml lime juice. Stir for 5 seconds.","Top with 60 ml soda water. Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside grilled chicken tikka or salted chips."]},{"n":"Bourbon Bramble","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#6B2348","z":"berry","ing":["bourbon","blueberries","raspberries","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["Muddle 6 blueberries, 6 raspberries and 2 tsp sugar in a shaker for 10 seconds.","Add 50 ml bourbon, 20 ml lemon juice and ice. Shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass packed with crushed ice. Top with 2 fresh berries.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside cheese or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Caramel Bourbon Shake","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C68B4E","z":"none","ing":["bourbon","ice cream","caramel syrup","milk"],"steps":["Put 2 scoops vanilla ice cream, 60 ml milk, 40 ml bourbon and 2 tbsp caramel syrup in a blender.","Blend for 20 seconds until smooth.","Drizzle 1 tsp caramel syrup inside a tall glass, pour in the shake and serve with a straw.","Serve immediately before it melts, with a long spoon too, and a pinch of sea salt on top if you like."]},{"n":"Apple Whisky Fizz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E2B866","z":"none","ing":["whisky","apple juice","soda water","cinnamon"],"opt":["apple"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml whisky and 100 ml apple juice. Stir for 5 seconds.","Top with 60 ml soda water and dust with a pinch of cinnamon. Add a thin apple slice if using.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside cheese and crackers or salted nuts."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Cranberry Bourbon Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#A3263A","z":"orange","ing":["bourbon","cranberry juice","lemon","maple syrup"],"steps":["Shake 45 ml bourbon, 45 ml cranberry juice, 15 ml lemon juice and 10 ml maple syrup with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over fresh ice.","Garnish with an orange peel.","Serve right away, no straw, on a coaster, with salted almonds or a small cheese plate."],"opt":["orange"]},{"n":"Breakfast Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#E09A3A","z":"orange","ing":["whisky","orange marmalade","lemon"],"opt":["egg white","orange"],"steps":["In a shaker, stir 2 tsp orange marmalade into 50 ml whisky until it loosens.","Add 20 ml lemon juice (and 1 egg white if using) and ice. Shake hard for 20 seconds.","Strain through a tea strainer into a short glass over ice. Garnish with an orange peel.","Serve right away while cold, no straw, as a brunch drink with buttered toast or a croissant."]},{"n":"Watermelon Bourbon Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#E5506A","z":"mint","ing":["bourbon","watermelon","mint","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Muddle 6 watermelon cubes, 6 mint leaves and 1 tsp sugar in a shaker for 15 seconds.","Add 45 ml bourbon, 15 ml lime juice and ice. Shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over crushed ice. Garnish with mint.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside spicy chips or fruit chaat."]},{"n":"Kentucky Buck","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#D86A58","z":"berry","ing":["bourbon","strawberries","lemon","ginger ale","sugar"],"steps":["Muddle 3 strawberries with 1 tsp sugar in a shaker for 10 seconds.","Add 45 ml bourbon, 15 ml lemon juice and ice. Shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass with ice and top with 100 ml ginger ale. Garnish with a strawberry.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside spicy snacks like chilli chicken or pakoras."]},{"n":"Passion Fruit Bourbon Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#E6A82E","z":"none","ing":["bourbon","passion fruit","lime","honey"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 1 passion fruit into a shaker.","Add 45 ml bourbon, 15 ml lime juice, 2 tsp honey and ice. Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over ice. Spoon a few passion fruit seeds on top.","Serve right away while cold, no straw, on a coaster, with salted cashews or crisps on the side."]},{"n":"Sazerac","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#A04E1E","z":"lemon","ing":["whisky","sugar","Angostura bitters","star anise"],"steps":["Crush 1 star anise and rub it around the inside of a chilled short glass, then tip it out. This adds an aniseed scent.","In a mixing glass, stir 1 tsp sugar with 3 dashes Angostura bitters and 1 tsp water until dissolved.","Add 60 ml whisky and ice. Stir for 30 seconds.","Strain into the prepared glass with no ice. Twist a lemon peel over the top.","Serve right away without a straw or ice, sipping slowly, with a few salted nuts on the side."],"opt":["lemon"],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Vieux Carré","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#8A3A1A","z":"berry","ing":["whisky","brandy","sweet vermouth","Angostura bitters"],"opt":["cherry"],"steps":["Add 25 ml whisky, 25 ml brandy, 25 ml sweet vermouth and 2 dashes Angostura bitters to a mixing glass with ice.","Stir for 30 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over one large ice cube. Garnish with a cherry.","Serve right away without a straw, sipping slowly, with a small cheese plate or dark chocolate."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Boilermaker","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#D9A23A","z":"none","ing":["beer","whisky"],"steps":["Pour 330 ml cold beer into a tall glass.","Pour 30 ml whisky into a shot glass.","Sip the whisky and chase it with beer, or pour the whisky into the beer and drink.","Serve right away while the beer is cold, with the shot glass beside it and salted peanuts on the side."]},{"n":"Washington Apple","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#C2333A","z":"none","ing":["whisky","apple juice","cranberry juice"],"steps":["Add 15 ml whisky, 15 ml apple juice and 15 ml cranberry juice to a shaker with ice.","Shake for 10 seconds.","Strain into a shot glass and drink in one go.","Serve right away while ice-cold, lining up shots for the group, with apple slices on a plate to bite after."]},{"n":"Coconut Bourbon Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E6D6A8","z":"lime","ing":["bourbon","coconut water","lime","mint"],"steps":["Lightly crush 6 mint leaves in a tall glass with a spoon.","Fill with ice and add 45 ml bourbon and 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 150 ml chilled coconut water, stir and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while ice-cold, alongside grilled prawns or banana chips."]},{"n":"Sidecar","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#D99A3E","z":"orange","ing":["brandy","triple sec","lemon"],"opt":["sugar","orange"],"steps":["Optional: wet the rim of a coupe with lemon and dip it in sugar.","Shake 50 ml brandy, 25 ml triple sec and 20 ml lemon juice with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into the coupe. Garnish with an orange peel.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, held by the stem, with salted nuts or a small cheese plate."]},{"n":"Brandy Alexander","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#C9A88A","z":"none","ing":["brandy","cream","chocolate syrup","nutmeg"],"steps":["Add 40 ml brandy, 30 ml cream and 20 ml chocolate syrup to a shaker with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds until frothy.","Strain into a chilled coupe and grate a pinch of nutmeg on top.","Serve well chilled right away as an after-dinner treat, with a piece of chocolate or a biscuit on the side."],"gar":["nutmeg"]},{"n":"Between the Sheets","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#E3B65C","z":"lemon","ing":["brandy","white rum","triple sec","lemon"],"steps":["Add 30 ml brandy, 30 ml white rum, 30 ml triple sec and 15 ml lemon juice to a shaker with ice.","Shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with a lemon twist.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, held by the stem, with salted cashews on the side."]},{"n":"Jack Rose","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#E0607A","z":"lime","ing":["brandy","rose syrup / grenadine","lime"],"opt":["apple"],"steps":["Add 50 ml brandy, 20 ml lime juice and 15 ml grenadine to a shaker with ice.","Shake for 15 seconds until cold and pink.","Strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with a thin apple slice if using.","Serve straight away while cold and pink, held by the stem, with cheese and crackers on the side."]},{"n":"Brandy Milk Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#EDE0C8","z":"none","ing":["brandy","milk","sugar","vanilla essence","nutmeg"],"steps":["Add 45 ml brandy, 90 ml cold milk, 2 tsp sugar and 2 drops vanilla essence to a shaker with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over ice and grate nutmeg on top.","Serve well chilled right away, no straw, as a brunch or dessert drink with plain cake or cookies."],"gar":["nutmeg"]},{"n":"Pisco Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#F2E6B8","z":"lime","ing":["brandy","lime","sugar","egg white","Angostura bitters"],"steps":["Add 60 ml brandy (pisco if you have it), 25 ml lime juice, 2 tsp sugar and 1 egg white to a shaker without ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds to build foam.","Add ice and shake for another 15 seconds.","Strain into a coupe and add 3 drops Angostura bitters on the foam.","Serve within a minute while the foam is thick, no straw, with salted crisps or spicy nuts on the side."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Brandy Daisy","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F08A70","z":"lemon","ing":["brandy","lemon","rose syrup / grenadine","soda water"],"steps":["Shake 45 ml brandy, 20 ml lemon juice and 10 ml grenadine with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass filled with crushed ice.","Top with 60 ml soda water and garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside salted snacks like chips."]},{"n":"Pomegranate Brandy Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#A0182E","z":"berry","ing":["brandy","pomegranate juice","lemon","sugar"],"opt":["pomegranate"],"steps":["Shake 45 ml brandy, 45 ml pomegranate juice, 15 ml lemon juice and 1 tsp sugar with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over ice.","Sprinkle a few pomegranate seeds on top if using.","Serve right away while cold, no straw, on a coaster, with spicy roasted chana or kebabs."]},{"n":"French Connection","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#A8622A","z":"none","ing":["brandy","amaretto"],"steps":["Fill a short glass with ice.","Pour in 45 ml brandy and 20 ml amaretto.","Stir for 15 seconds and serve.","Serve on a coaster without a straw, as a slow after-dinner sipper with a few almonds or biscotti."]},{"n":"Brandy Tea Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#B5652A","z":"lemon","ing":["brandy","black tea","lemon","sugar","nutmeg","soda water"],"steps":["Serves 4. Brew 400 ml strong black tea, stir in 3 tbsp sugar and cool completely.","In a jug, mix the tea with 180 ml brandy and 80 ml lemon juice.","Add plenty of ice and 200 ml soda water. Stir gently.","Float lemon slices and grate nutmeg on top. Pour into 4 ice-filled glasses.","Pour at the table within 10 minutes of adding the soda so it stays fizzy, with tea biscuits or pakoras."],"gar":["nutmeg"]},{"n":"Champagne Cocktail","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#EFD58A","z":"lemon","ing":["sparkling wine","sugar","Angostura bitters","brandy"],"steps":["Put 1 sugar cube (or 1 tsp sugar) in a coupe or flute and soak it with 3 dashes Angostura bitters.","Add 15 ml brandy.","Slowly top with 120 ml chilled sparkling wine. Garnish with a lemon twist.","Serve right away while bubbles rise from the sugar cube, held by the stem, with salted snacks."],"opt":["lemon"],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Grape Brandy Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#6E2A5A","z":"berry","ing":["brandy","grape juice","lemon","soda water"],"opt":["grapes"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml brandy, 90 ml grape juice and 10 ml lemon juice. Stir for 5 seconds.","Top with 60 ml soda water. Garnish with a few frozen grapes if using.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside cheese cubes or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Sangria","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#7A1E2E","z":"orange","ing":["red wine","brandy","orange juice","orange","apple","sugar"],"opt":["soda water"],"steps":["Serves 4. Slice 1 orange and 1 apple into a jug and add 2 tbsp sugar.","Pour in 750 ml red wine, 60 ml brandy and 120 ml orange juice. Stir until the sugar dissolves.","Chill for at least 2 hours so the fruit soaks.","Add ice (and a splash of soda water if you like) and pour into 4 glasses with some fruit.","Pour into the 4 glasses with a spoon for the fruit, alongside snacks like olives, cheese or chips."]},{"n":"White Sangria","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#E9DC8E","z":"lemon","ing":["white wine","peach schnapps","peach","grapes","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Serves 4. Slice 2 peaches and halve a handful of grapes. Put them in a jug.","Add 750 ml white wine and 60 ml peach schnapps. Stir and chill for 1 hour.","Just before serving add ice and 200 ml lemon soda. Pour into 4 glasses with fruit.","Pour right away while fizzy, with a spoon in the jug for the fruit, alongside chips or light snacks."]},{"n":"Rosé Sangria","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#F2909A","z":"berry","ing":["rose wine","strawberries","raspberries","orange","elderflower syrup","soda water"],"steps":["Serves 4. Slice 6 strawberries and 1 orange into a jug with a handful of raspberries.","Add 750 ml rosé wine and 30 ml elderflower syrup. Stir and chill for 1 hour.","Add ice and 200 ml soda water just before serving. Pour into 4 glasses.","Pour into the 4 glasses right away while bubbly, adding a few berries to each, with cheese or crackers."]},{"n":"Tinto de Verano","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9A2A3A","z":"lemon","ing":["red wine","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour in 100 ml red wine.","Top with 100 ml lemon soda, stir once and add a lemon slice.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside olives, chips or grilled snacks."]},{"n":"Kalimotxo","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#3E1218","z":"lemon","ing":["red wine","cola"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour in 100 ml red wine and 100 ml cola.","Stir gently once. Add a lemon wedge if you like.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside salty snacks like chips or fries."]},{"n":"Mulled Wine","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#6A1424","z":"orange","ing":["red wine","orange","cinnamon","cloves","star anise","honey"],"opt":["brandy"],"steps":["Serves 4. Pour 750 ml red wine into a pan. Add 1 sliced orange, 2 cinnamon sticks, 6 cloves and 2 star anise.","Stir in 3 tbsp honey and warm on low heat for 15 minutes. Never let it boil.","Add 60 ml brandy now if using.","Ladle into 4 heat-safe mugs and garnish each with an orange slice.","Pour while steaming hot, with a coaster under each of the 4 mugs and plum cake or roasted nuts alongside."],"h":1},{"n":"White Mulled Wine","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#E2C27A","z":"none","ing":["white wine","apple juice","honey","cinnamon","cardamom","ginger"],"steps":["Put 150 ml white wine, 60 ml apple juice, 1 tbsp honey, 1 cinnamon stick, 2 crushed cardamom pods and 2 ginger slices in a pan.","Warm on low heat for 8 minutes. Do not boil.","Strain into a heat-safe mug and serve hot.","Serve straight away while hot, on a coaster, with a few ginger biscuits or roasted nuts on the side."],"h":1},{"n":"Rosé Lemonade","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F6A8A8","z":"berry","ing":["rose wine","lemonade","raspberries"],"steps":["Drop 5 raspberries into a tall glass and lightly crush them with a spoon.","Fill with ice and add 100 ml rosé wine and 100 ml lemonade.","Stir gently and top with 2 whole raspberries.","Serve right away with a straw while ice-cold, alongside light snacks like sandwiches or fruit."]},{"n":"Frosé","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#F28C9A","z":"berry","ing":["rose wine","strawberries","sugar","lemon"],"steps":["Pour 150 ml rosé wine into an ice cube tray and freeze for 6 hours. It will stay a little slushy.","Blend the frozen rosé with 5 strawberries, 2 tsp sugar, 15 ml lemon juice and a handful of ice for 30 seconds.","Pour into a wine glass and garnish with a strawberry.","Serve immediately before it melts, with a short straw or spoon, alongside fresh fruit or light snacks."]},{"n":"Bicicletta","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#E35A3A","z":"orange","ing":["campari / aperol","white wine","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a wine glass with ice.","Add 40 ml Campari and 90 ml dry white wine.","Top with 40 ml soda water, stir once and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away while fizzy, holding the glass by the stem, with olives or salted chips on the side."],"opt":["orange"]},{"n":"Red Wine Cocoa","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#4A1A1C","z":"none","ing":["red wine","milk","cocoa powder","sugar"],"steps":["Warm 120 ml milk in a small pan. Whisk in 1 tbsp cocoa powder and 2 tsp sugar until smooth.","Add 80 ml red wine and heat for 1 minute more without boiling.","Pour into a heat-safe mug and serve warm.","Serve warm right away on a coaster, with a marshmallow on top or a cookie on the side."],"h":1},{"n":"Cucumber Wine Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#DDE8B0","z":"lime","ing":["white wine","cucumber","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","lime"],"steps":["Put 4 thin cucumber slices in a tall glass and press them lightly with a spoon.","Fill with ice and add 100 ml white wine and 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 80 ml lemon soda and stir. Garnish with a cucumber slice.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside light snacks like sandwiches or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Watermelon Rosé","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F0707A","z":"lime","ing":["rose wine","watermelon","lime","mint"],"steps":["Blend 8 watermelon cubes for 15 seconds and strain to get about 100 ml juice.","Fill a tall glass with ice. Add 100 ml rosé wine, the watermelon juice and 10 ml lime juice.","Stir and garnish with a small watermelon wedge and a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw while ice-cold, alongside fruit chaat or salted chips."],"gar":["mint"]},{"n":"Mimosa","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#F6B640","z":"orange","ing":["sparkling wine","orange juice"],"steps":["Chill the sparkling wine and orange juice well.","Pour 60 ml orange juice into a coupe or flute.","Slowly top with 90 ml sparkling wine. Do not stir.","Serve right away while bubbly, held by the stem, as a brunch drink with eggs, toast or pastries."]},{"n":"Bellini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#F6C08A","z":"none","ing":["sparkling wine","peach"],"opt":["peach schnapps","sugar"],"steps":["Peel 1 ripe peach and blend it (with 1 tsp sugar if not sweet) until smooth. Chill the puree.","Spoon 50 ml peach puree into a coupe or flute. Add 10 ml peach schnapps if using.","Slowly pour in 100 ml cold sparkling wine and stir once gently.","Serve right away while bubbly, held by the stem, with a thin peach slice on the rim."]},{"n":"Rossini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#E6506A","z":"berry","ing":["sparkling wine","strawberries","sugar"],"steps":["Blend 5 strawberries with 1 tsp sugar until smooth. Strain out the seeds.","Spoon 40 ml strawberry puree into a coupe or flute.","Slowly top with 100 ml cold sparkling wine and stir once.","Serve right away while bubbly, held by the stem, with a halved strawberry on the rim."]},{"n":"Poinsettia","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#C8283E","z":"orange","ing":["sparkling wine","cranberry juice","triple sec"],"steps":["Pour 15 ml triple sec and 40 ml cranberry juice into a coupe or flute.","Slowly top with 90 ml cold sparkling wine.","Garnish with a twist of orange peel.","Serve right away while bubbly, held by the stem, with salted nuts or cheese crackers on the side."],"opt":["orange"]},{"n":"Lavender Sparkler","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#D9C3E8","z":"lemon","ing":["sparkling wine","lavender syrup","lemon"],"steps":["Add 15 ml lavender syrup and 10 ml lemon juice to a coupe or flute.","Slowly top with 120 ml cold sparkling wine.","Stir once gently and garnish with a lemon twist.","Serve right away while bubbly, held by the stem, with light snacks like shortbread or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Blue Sparkler","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#3FA0D8","z":"lemon","ing":["sparkling wine","blue curaçao","lemon"],"steps":["Pour 15 ml blue curaçao and 10 ml lemon juice into a coupe or flute.","Slowly top with 120 ml cold sparkling wine. It turns bright blue.","Garnish with a lemon twist.","Serve right away while bubbly and bright, held by the stem, with salted nuts on the side."]},{"n":"Kiwi Sparkler","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#B8CC5A","z":"lime","ing":["sparkling wine","kiwi","sugar","lime"],"steps":["Peel 1 kiwi and blend with 1 tsp sugar and 5 ml lime juice until smooth. Strain out the seeds if you like.","Spoon 40 ml kiwi puree into a coupe or flute.","Slowly top with 100 ml cold sparkling wine and stir once.","Serve right away while bubbly, held by the stem, with a thin kiwi slice on the rim."]},{"n":"Black Velvet","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#2A1A12","z":"none","ing":["beer","sparkling wine"],"steps":["Use a dark stout beer. Chill it and the sparkling wine well.","Pour 120 ml sparkling wine into a tall glass.","Slowly pour 120 ml stout over the back of a spoon so it layers on top.","Serve right away without stirring so the layers stay separate, with salted nuts or cheese on the side."]},{"n":"Negroni Sbagliato","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#B4262A","z":"orange","ing":["campari / aperol","sweet vermouth","sparkling wine"],"steps":["Fill a short glass with ice.","Add 30 ml Campari and 30 ml sweet vermouth.","Top with 60 ml sparkling wine, stir once and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away while bubbly, no straw, with olives, chips or salted nuts on the side."],"opt":["orange"]},{"n":"Aperol Spritz","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#F26A2A","z":"orange","ing":["campari / aperol","sparkling wine","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a wine glass with ice.","Pour in 90 ml sparkling wine, then 60 ml Aperol.","Add 30 ml soda water, stir once and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away while bubbly, held by the stem, with olives, chips or small snacks on the side."],"opt":["orange"]},{"n":"Hugo Spritz","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#E6EEC0","z":"mint","ing":["sparkling wine","elderflower syrup","mint","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Clap 6 mint leaves between your hands and drop them in a wine glass with 20 ml elderflower syrup.","Add ice, 10 ml lime juice and 100 ml sparkling wine.","Top with 40 ml soda water, stir gently and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away while bubbly, held by the stem, with light snacks like crackers or bruschetta."]},{"n":"Lychee Royale","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#F4E6E0","z":"none","ing":["sparkling wine","lychee juice"],"opt":["lychee","rose syrup / grenadine"],"steps":["Pour 40 ml chilled lychee juice into a coupe or flute. Add 1 tsp rose syrup if you like.","Slowly top with 100 ml cold sparkling wine.","Drop a peeled lychee into the glass if using.","Serve right away while bubbly, held by the stem, with light bites like spring rolls or salted nuts."]},{"n":"Champagne Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#F2C66A","z":"berry","ing":["sparkling wine","brandy","pineapple juice","strawberries","triple sec"],"steps":["Serves 4. Slice 6 strawberries into a jug.","Add 60 ml brandy, 30 ml triple sec and 200 ml pineapple juice. Chill for 30 minutes.","Just before serving add ice and 750 ml cold sparkling wine. Stir gently and pour into 4 glasses.","Pour right away while bubbly, adding a few strawberry slices to each of the 4 glasses, with light snacks."]},{"n":"Port Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8E2E3A","z":"lemon","ing":["port wine","tonic water"],"opt":["lemon","mint"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour in 60 ml port wine and 120 ml tonic water.","Stir once and garnish with a lemon slice and a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside salted almonds or olives."]},{"n":"Port Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#9A3A48","z":"lemon","ing":["port wine","lemon","sugar","egg white"],"steps":["Add 60 ml port wine, 20 ml lemon juice, 1 tsp sugar and 1 egg white to a shaker without ice. Shake for 15 seconds.","Add ice and shake for another 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe.","Serve within a minute while the foam is thick, held by the stem, with cheese or dark chocolate on the side."]},{"n":"Port Cobbler","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#7A1E30","z":"orange","ing":["port wine","orange","sugar","raspberries"],"steps":["Muddle 2 orange slices, 4 raspberries and 1 tsp sugar in a shaker for 10 seconds.","Add 75 ml port wine and ice. Shake for 10 seconds.","Pour everything into a short glass packed with crushed ice. Top with a raspberry and an orange slice.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside cheese or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Hot Port Negus","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#6A1A28","z":"lemon","ing":["port wine","lemon","sugar","nutmeg"],"steps":["Pour 90 ml port wine into a heat-safe mug with 10 ml lemon juice and 1 tsp sugar.","Top with 90 ml hot (not boiling) water and stir until the sugar dissolves.","Grate a little nutmeg on top and add a lemon slice.","Serve warm right away on a coaster, with plain biscuits or a slice of fruit cake on the side."],"gar":["nutmeg"]},{"n":"Shandy","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F2D46A","z":"lemon","ing":["beer","lemonade"],"steps":["Chill a tall glass.","Pour in 165 ml cold beer.","Top with 165 ml cold lemonade and stir once gently.","Serve right away while cold and fizzy, with a straw if you like, alongside salted peanuts or chips."]},{"n":"Ginger Shandy","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E0B860","z":"lime","ing":["beer","ginger ale","lime"],"steps":["Pour 165 ml cold beer into a tall glass.","Add 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 150 ml ginger ale and stir once. Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away while fizzy, with a straw if you like, alongside spicy pakoras or chilli chips."]},{"n":"Orange Radler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F4A23A","z":"orange","ing":["beer","orange soda"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Pour 165 ml cold wheat or light beer into a tall glass.","Top with 165 ml cold orange soda.","Stir once and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away while cold and fizzy, with a straw if you like, alongside fries or salted pretzels."]},{"n":"Mango Shandy","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F2B03A","z":"lime","ing":["beer","mango juice","lime"],"steps":["Pour 60 ml chilled mango juice and 10 ml lime juice into a tall glass.","Tilt the glass and slowly add 250 ml cold beer.","Stir once gently and add a lime wedge.","Serve right away while fizzy, with a straw if you like, alongside spicy chaat or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Michelada","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C0482A","z":"lime","ing":["beer","tomato juice","lime","Tabasco","salt","black pepper"],"steps":["Wet the rim of a tall glass with lime and dip it in salt.","Add ice, 20 ml lime juice, 60 ml tomato juice, 3 dashes Tabasco and a pinch of black pepper.","Top with 250 ml cold beer and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, plus a lime wedge on the rim, alongside spicy nachos or tacos."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Chelada","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#EFCB5A","z":"lime","ing":["beer","lime","salt"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a tall glass and dip it in salt.","Add ice and 25 ml fresh lime juice.","Top with 300 ml cold light beer. Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away while ice-cold and fizzy, with a straw if you like, alongside tacos or salted peanuts."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Beer Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#F0BE4A","z":"orange","ing":["beer","pineapple juice","orange juice","lime","peach schnapps"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a jug, mix 200 ml pineapple juice, 200 ml orange juice, 40 ml lime juice and 60 ml peach schnapps.","Add plenty of ice.","Slowly pour in 660 ml cold light beer and stir gently. Pour into 4 glasses with orange slices.","Pour right away while fizzy, within 10 minutes of adding the beer, with spicy pakoras or nachos on the side."]},{"n":"Lunchbox","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F2B850","z":"orange","ing":["beer","orange juice","amaretto"],"steps":["Pour 200 ml cold light beer into a tall glass.","Add 60 ml orange juice.","Pour in 25 ml amaretto, stir once and drink right away.","Serve with a straw while fizzy, on a coaster, alongside a burger, fries or salted pretzels."]},{"n":"Stout Float","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#2A1810","z":"none","ing":["beer","ice cream","chocolate syrup"],"steps":["Put 2 scoops vanilla ice cream into a tall glass.","Slowly pour 250 ml cold stout beer over it. It will foam up.","Drizzle 1 tbsp chocolate syrup on top and serve with a spoon.","Serve immediately before the ice cream melts, with a straw beside the spoon and a napkin for the foam."]},{"n":"Wassail","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#B06A2A","z":"orange","ing":["beer","apple juice","orange juice","honey","cinnamon","cloves"],"steps":["Serves 4. Put 500 ml apple juice, 200 ml orange juice, 3 tbsp honey, 2 cinnamon sticks and 6 cloves in a pan.","Warm on low heat for 10 minutes.","Add 660 ml brown ale or dark beer and heat for 3 minutes more. Do not boil.","Ladle into 4 heat-safe mugs and add an orange slice to each.","Pour while steaming hot, with a coaster under each of the 4 mugs and fruit cake or ginger cookies alongside."],"h":1},{"n":"Beer Spritz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F08A3A","z":"orange","ing":["beer","campari / aperol","orange"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and add 40 ml Aperol.","Slowly top with 250 ml cold light beer.","Stir once and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw while the beer is still fizzy, alongside salted peanuts or masala papad."],"gar":["orange"]},{"n":"Amaretto Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#E6B44A","z":"lemon","ing":["amaretto","lemon","sugar","egg white"],"opt":["Angostura bitters"],"steps":["Add 45 ml amaretto, 25 ml lemon juice, 1 tsp sugar and 1 egg white to a shaker without ice. Shake for 15 seconds.","Add ice and shake for another 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over ice. Add 2 dashes Angostura bitters on the foam if using.","Serve right away without a straw so you sip through the foam, with a few roasted almonds on the side."]},{"n":"Italian Coffee","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#5A3420","z":"none","ing":["amaretto","cold coffee / espresso","cream","cocoa powder"],"steps":["Pour 150 ml hot strong coffee into a heat-safe mug.","Stir in 30 ml amaretto.","Whip 30 ml cream for 20 seconds until thick, spoon it on top and dust with a pinch of cocoa powder.","Serve hot right away, before the cream melts, on a saucer with an almond biscuit on the side."],"h":1},{"n":"Amaretto Cola","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#4A2414","z":"lime","ing":["amaretto","cola","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 40 ml amaretto and 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 150 ml cola, stir gently and add a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy, alongside a bowl of salted popcorn."]},{"n":"Toasted Almond","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#C8A27A","z":"none","ing":["amaretto","coffee liqueur","cream"],"steps":["Add 30 ml amaretto, 30 ml coffee liqueur and 45 ml cream to a shaker with ice.","Shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over ice.","Serve well chilled within 5 minutes, without a straw, with a small chocolate or almond biscuit on the side."]},{"n":"Coconut Kiss","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#E8D8C0","z":"none","ing":["amaretto","Irish cream","coconut cream","chocolate syrup"],"steps":["Add 15 ml amaretto, 15 ml Irish cream and 10 ml coconut cream to a shaker with ice.","Shake for 10 seconds.","Drizzle a little chocolate syrup inside a shot glass, strain in the mix and drink.","Serve ice-cold right after straining, to drink in one go, with a small square of dark chocolate as a chaser."]},{"n":"Fuzzy Navel","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F6A83A","z":"orange","ing":["peach schnapps","orange juice"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour in 45 ml peach schnapps and 150 ml orange juice.","Stir well and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw on a coaster, alongside a light snack like cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Peach Iced Tea","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C8742A","z":"lemon","ing":["peach schnapps","black tea","lemon","peach"],"steps":["Brew 150 ml black tea and let it cool fully.","Muddle 3 peach slices in a tall glass, then fill with ice.","Add 40 ml peach schnapps, 10 ml lemon juice and the cold tea. Stir and add a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a long straw so you can sip past the muddled peach, alongside light sandwiches."]},{"n":"Peach Cranberry Fizz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E05A5A","z":"lemon","ing":["peach schnapps","cranberry juice","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 40 ml peach schnapps and 80 ml cranberry juice.","Top with 80 ml lemon soda and stir once. Garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while the soda is still bubbly, alongside salted cashews."],"opt":["lemon"]},{"n":"Red Head","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#C02A3A","z":"none","ing":["jägermeister","peach schnapps","cranberry juice"],"steps":["Add 15 ml jägermeister, 15 ml peach schnapps and 15 ml cranberry juice to a shaker with ice.","Shake for 10 seconds.","Strain into a shot glass.","Serve ice-cold straight after straining and drink it in one go, ideally as a round with friends."]},{"n":"Peach Melba","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#F2B8A0","z":"berry","ing":["peach schnapps","raspberries","ice cream","peach"],"steps":["Blend 30 ml peach schnapps, half a peeled peach, 6 raspberries and 1 scoop vanilla ice cream for 20 seconds.","Pour into a chilled coupe.","Top with a raspberry and a thin peach slice.","Serve immediately with a small spoon before the ice cream melts, as an after-dinner dessert drink."]},{"n":"Jägerbomb","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#6A3A1A","z":"none","ing":["jägermeister","energy drink"],"steps":["Pour 120 ml cold energy drink into a short glass.","Pour 30 ml jägermeister into a shot glass.","Drop or pour the shot into the energy drink and drink right away.","Serve as soon as the shot drops, to drink in one go, with a napkin underneath for splashes."]},{"n":"Jäger Mule","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#8A5A2A","z":"lime","ing":["jägermeister","ginger ale","lime"],"steps":["Fill a copper mug with ice.","Add 40 ml jägermeister and 15 ml lime juice.","Top with 120 ml ginger ale, stir once and garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a short straw while the ginger ale is fizzy, alongside spicy chicken wings or chips."]},{"n":"Jäger Surfer","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#D6B060","z":"none","ing":["jägermeister","coconut cream","pineapple juice"],"steps":["Add 15 ml jägermeister, 10 ml coconut cream and 20 ml pineapple juice to a shaker with ice.","Shake hard for 10 seconds.","Strain into a shot glass.","Serve ice-cold right after straining and drink it in one go, with a pineapple chunk as a chaser."]},{"n":"Oatmeal Cookie","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#B88A5A","z":"none","ing":["Irish cream","jägermeister","cinnamon","caramel syrup"],"steps":["Add 20 ml Irish cream, 10 ml jägermeister, 1 tsp caramel syrup and a pinch of cinnamon to a shaker with ice.","Shake for 10 seconds.","Strain into a shot glass.","Serve well chilled right after straining, to drink in one go, with an oatmeal or digestive biscuit on the side."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Baby Guinness","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#2A1608","z":"none","ing":["coffee liqueur","Irish cream"],"steps":["Pour 30 ml coffee liqueur into a shot glass.","Hold a spoon upside down just above the liquid.","Slowly pour 10 ml Irish cream over the spoon so it sits on top like a beer head.","Serve without stirring so the cream head stays on top, and drink it in one go."]},{"n":"B-52","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#8A5A2A","z":"none","ing":["coffee liqueur","Irish cream","triple sec"],"steps":["Pour 15 ml coffee liqueur into a shot glass.","Slowly layer 15 ml Irish cream on top over the back of a spoon.","Layer 15 ml triple sec on top the same way. Drink in one go.","Serve right away without stirring so the three layers stay neat, on a napkin to catch any drips."]},{"n":"Irish Cream Frappe","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B08A6A","z":"none","ing":["Irish cream","cold coffee / espresso","ice cream","milk"],"steps":["Put 45 ml Irish cream, 60 ml cold coffee, 60 ml milk, 1 scoop vanilla ice cream and a handful of ice in a blender.","Blend for 20 seconds until thick and smooth.","Pour into a tall glass and serve with a straw.","Serve immediately while thick and icy, before it melts, with a chocolate chip cookie on the side."]},{"n":"Irish Cream Hot Chocolate","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#6A3E2A","z":"none","ing":["Irish cream","milk","cocoa powder","sugar"],"opt":["cream"],"steps":["Heat 180 ml milk in a small pan until steaming. Whisk in 1 tbsp cocoa powder and 2 tsp sugar.","Pour into a heat-safe mug and stir in 40 ml Irish cream.","Top with a spoon of whipped cream if using.","Serve hot right away on a saucer, with a couple of marshmallows or a biscuit on the side."],"h":1},{"n":"Banana Cream Shake","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#EDE0B0","z":"none","ing":["Irish cream","banana","ice cream","milk"],"steps":["Put 40 ml Irish cream, 1 ripe banana, 1 scoop vanilla ice cream and 80 ml milk in a blender.","Blend for 20 seconds until smooth.","Pour into a tall glass and add a banana slice on the rim.","Serve immediately while cold and thick, with a wide straw, before the ice cream starts to melt."]},{"n":"Matcha Irish Latte","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#A8C080","z":"none","ing":["Irish cream","matcha","milk"],"opt":["honey"],"steps":["Whisk 1 tsp matcha with 30 ml warm water until no lumps remain. Add 1 tsp honey if you like it sweeter.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 40 ml Irish cream and 120 ml cold milk.","Pour the matcha slowly on top for a green layer. Stir before drinking.","Serve right away so guests see the green layer, with a straw for stirring and a butter cookie alongside."]},{"n":"Coffee Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#4A2A1A","z":"orange","ing":["coffee liqueur","tonic water","orange"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and an orange slice.","Pour in 120 ml tonic water.","Slowly add 40 ml coffee liqueur. It sinks for a layered look. Stir before sipping.","Serve right away while fizzy, with a straw to stir the layers, alongside a few squares of dark chocolate."],"gar":["orange"]},{"n":"Coconut Coffee Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8A6A50","z":"none","ing":["coffee liqueur","coconut milk","cold coffee / espresso"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 40 ml coffee liqueur and 80 ml cold coffee.","Pour 80 ml coconut milk slowly on top and stir before drinking.","Serve right away with a straw for stirring, alongside a slice of banana bread or coconut cookies."]},{"n":"Affogato","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#5A3A20","z":"none","ing":["coffee liqueur","ice cream","cold coffee / espresso"],"steps":["Put 2 scoops vanilla ice cream in a coupe glass.","Mix 30 ml hot espresso with 20 ml coffee liqueur.","Pour it over the ice cream and eat right away with a spoon.","Serve on a small plate with the spoon beside it and a crisp almond biscuit for dipping."]},{"n":"Garibaldi","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F06A3A","z":"orange","ing":["campari / aperol","orange juice"],"steps":["Blend or whisk 120 ml fresh orange juice for 10 seconds until frothy.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 40 ml Campari.","Pour the fluffy orange juice on top and garnish with an orange wedge.","Serve right away while the orange juice is still fluffy, with a straw, alongside olives or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Aperol Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F47A3A","z":"orange","ing":["campari / aperol","tonic water","orange"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and an orange slice.","Add 50 ml Aperol.","Top with 120 ml tonic water and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside green olives or salted potato chips."],"gar":["orange"]},{"n":"Aperol Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#F5946A","z":"orange","ing":["campari / aperol","lemon","sugar","egg white"],"steps":["Add 50 ml Aperol, 25 ml lemon juice, 1 tsp sugar and 1 egg white to a shaker without ice. Shake for 15 seconds.","Add ice and shake for another 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with an orange peel.","Serve right away without a straw so the foam stays on top, with a small bowl of olives or crisps."],"opt":["orange"]},{"n":"Vermouth Spritz","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#A8302E","z":"orange","ing":["sweet vermouth","sparkling wine","soda water","orange"],"steps":["Fill a wine glass with ice and 2 orange slices.","Add 60 ml sweet vermouth and 90 ml sparkling wine.","Top with 30 ml soda water and stir once.","Serve right away while it sparkles, holding the glass by the stem, alongside olives and cheese cubes."],"gar":["orange"]},{"n":"Blue Lemonade","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#3A9AD8","z":"lemon","ing":["blue curaçao","lemonade","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 30 ml blue curaçao and 120 ml lemonade.","Top with 60 ml lemon soda and stir. Garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside light snacks like nachos or popcorn."],"opt":["lemon"]},{"n":"Ocean Breeze","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#3AB8A0","z":"lime","ing":["blue curaçao","pineapple juice","coconut water","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 30 ml blue curaçao, 60 ml pineapple juice and 90 ml coconut water.","Add 10 ml lime juice, stir and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve well chilled with a straw, alongside grilled prawns or a bowl of salted cashews."]},{"n":"Butterscotch Bliss","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#D8B080","z":"none","ing":["Irish cream","caramel syrup","whisky"],"steps":["Pour 10 ml caramel syrup into a shot glass.","Shake 20 ml Irish cream and 10 ml whisky with ice for 10 seconds.","Strain gently over the caramel and drink in one go.","Serve right away while ice-cold, on a napkin, with a small piece of butterscotch toffee as a chaser."]},{"n":"Pink Brain","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#F0C0B0","z":"none","ing":["peach schnapps","Irish cream","rose syrup / grenadine"],"steps":["Pour 25 ml peach schnapps into a shot glass.","Slowly drip 10 ml Irish cream on top with a spoon. It forms a curly brain shape.","Add 3 drops grenadine. It sinks through the cream in pink streaks.","Serve without stirring so the brain shape and pink streaks show, and drink it in one go."]},{"n":"Bitter Pineapple","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E88A3A","z":"lime","ing":["campari / aperol","pineapple juice","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Shake 40 ml Campari, 90 ml pineapple juice and 10 ml lime juice with ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass filled with ice.","Top with 40 ml soda water and garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while the soda is fizzy, alongside salted nuts or pineapple chaat."]},{"n":"Kokum Feni Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8e1b3c","z":"mint","ing":["feni","kokum syrup","lime","soda water"],"opt":["black salt","mint"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml feni, 30 ml kokum syrup and 15 ml fresh lime juice.","Top with 120 ml soda water and stir gently for 5 seconds.","Add a pinch of black salt if you like and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside spicy cashews or prawn rissoles."]},{"n":"Aam Panna Vodka Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c8d46b","z":"mint","ing":["vodka","aam panna","soda water","mint"],"opt":["black salt","cumin powder"],"steps":["Gently press 6 mint leaves in the bottom of a tall glass.","Fill with ice, then add 45 ml vodka and 60 ml aam panna.","Top with 90 ml soda water and stir for 5 seconds.","Sprinkle a pinch of black salt and roasted cumin powder on top if you like.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside crunchy snacks like masala peanuts or samosas."]},{"n":"Jaljeera Gin Rickey","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7f8f3d","z":"lime","ing":["gin","jaljeera powder","lime","soda water"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["In a tall glass, stir 1 tsp jaljeera powder with 20 ml lime juice until dissolved.","Fill with ice and add 45 ml gin.","Top with 120 ml soda water, stir gently and garnish with a lime wedge, and a mint sprig if you have one.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside spicy pakoras or aloo tikki."]},{"n":"Masala Chai Old Fashioned","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#6b3a1e","z":"orange","ing":["whisky","black tea","jaggery","cardamom","Angostura bitters"],"opt":["cinnamon","orange"],"steps":["Brew 1 tea bag in 60 ml hot water with 1 crushed cardamom pod and a pinch of cinnamon for 3 minutes. Let it cool.","Dissolve 1 tsp grated jaggery in 20 ml of the cooled chai.","In a mixing glass with ice, add 50 ml whisky, the jaggery chai and 2 dashes Angostura bitters.","Stir for 20 seconds, strain into a short glass over one large ice cube and garnish with orange peel.","Serve without a straw, to sip slowly as the ice melts, with a few salted cashews or a nankhatai."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Thandai Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f0e0c0","z":"none","ing":["vodka","thandai syrup","milk"],"opt":["saffron","cardamom"],"steps":["Chill a coupe glass in the freezer for 5 minutes.","Add 45 ml vodka, 30 ml thandai syrup and 45 ml cold milk to a shaker with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds and strain into the chilled glass.","Top with 2-3 saffron strands or a pinch of cardamom powder.","Serve straight away while ice-cold, without a straw, holding the glass by its stem, with a few pistachios."]},{"n":"Kesar Elaichi Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f0c050","z":"lemon","ing":["whisky","saffron","cardamom","lemon","sugar","egg white"],"steps":["Soak 6 saffron strands in 1 tbsp warm water for 5 minutes.","In a shaker, add 50 ml whisky, 25 ml lemon juice, 2 tsp sugar, the saffron water and a pinch of cardamom powder.","Add 1 egg white and shake without ice for 10 seconds.","Add ice, shake 15 seconds more and strain into a coupe glass.","Serve right away without a straw so you sip through the foam, alongside roasted almonds or cashews."]},{"n":"Khus Gin Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#4caf63","z":"lime","ing":["gin","khus syrup","tonic water","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml gin, 20 ml khus syrup and 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 120 ml tonic water, stir gently once and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside paneer tikka or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Imli Whisky Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#8a5626","z":"lemon","ing":["whisky","tamarind paste","jaggery","lemon"],"opt":["egg white","chaat masala"],"steps":["Mix 1 tsp tamarind paste and 2 tsp grated jaggery with 20 ml warm water until smooth.","In a shaker, add 50 ml whisky, 15 ml lemon juice and the tamarind mix. Add 1 egg white now if using.","Shake with ice for 15 seconds and strain into a short glass over fresh ice.","Dust with a pinch of chaat masala if you like.","Serve right away without a straw, alongside spicy snacks like samosas or chicken tikka."]},{"n":"Kadi Patta Gimlet","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#d3e2a0","z":"lime","ing":["gin","curry leaves","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp sugar into 15 ml warm water until dissolved. Let it cool.","In a shaker, gently press 6 curry leaves with the syrup.","Add 50 ml gin, 20 ml lime juice and ice. Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain through a tea strainer into a coupe glass and float 1 curry leaf on top.","Serve right away while ice-cold, without a straw, alongside banana chips or murukku."]},{"n":"Gulkand Paan Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e6a6b8","z":"mint","ing":["vodka","rose syrup / grenadine","cardamom","mint","cream"],"steps":["In a shaker, gently press 4 mint leaves with 20 ml rose syrup and a pinch of cardamom powder.","Add 45 ml vodka, 30 ml cream and ice.","Shake for 15 seconds and strain through a tea strainer into a coupe glass.","Garnish with a small mint leaf.","Serve well chilled right away, without a straw, as an after-dinner drink with a sweet paan or mithai."]},{"n":"Tarbooz Chaat Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f0566a","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","watermelon","triple sec","lime","chaat masala"],"steps":["Rub lime on the rim of a short glass and dip it in 1/2 tsp chaat masala.","In a shaker, crush 6 watermelon cubes (2 cm each).","Add 45 ml tequila, 15 ml triple sec, 20 ml lime juice and ice.","Shake for 15 seconds and strain into the glass over fresh ice.","Serve right away without a straw so each sip hits the chaat masala rim, with a watermelon wedge on the side."]},{"n":"Mosambi Masala Highball","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e8e07a","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","sweet lime (mosambi)","soda water","black salt"],"opt":["chaat masala"],"steps":["Squeeze 2 sweet limes to get about 90 ml juice.","Fill a tall glass with ice, then add 45 ml vodka and the juice.","Add a pinch of black salt and top with 60 ml soda water.","Stir gently and dust with a pinch of chaat masala if you like.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside crispy samosas or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Kokum Aperol Spritz","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#d9443f","z":"orange","ing":["campari / aperol","kokum syrup","sparkling wine","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a wine glass with ice.","Add 45 ml Aperol and 15 ml kokum syrup and stir.","Pour in 90 ml sparkling wine and top with 30 ml soda water.","Stir once gently and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away while it sparkles, holding the glass by the stem, alongside spicy cashews or olives."],"opt":["orange"]},{"n":"Goan Feni Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e9f0e0","z":"lime","ing":["feni","tonic water","cucumber","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and 3 thin cucumber ribbons.","Add 45 ml feni and 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 120 ml tonic water and stir gently once.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, a lime wedge on the rim, alongside spicy prawn fry."],"gar":["cucumber"]},{"n":"Urrak Lime Soda","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3f5d8","z":"lime","ing":["feni","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","lime","salt","green chilli"],"steps":["Drop 1 slit green chilli and 2 lime wedges into a tall glass and press them lightly.","Add a pinch of salt, fill with ice and pour in 45 ml feni.","Top with 120 ml lemon soda and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside chorizo pao or spicy chana."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Feni Pineapple Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f1d36a","z":"none","ing":["feni","pineapple juice","lime","sugar","egg white"],"steps":["Add 45 ml feni, 45 ml pineapple juice, 15 ml lime juice, 1 tsp sugar and 1 egg white to a shaker.","Shake without ice for 10 seconds.","Add ice, shake 15 seconds more and strain into a coupe glass.","Serve right away without a straw so the foam stays on top, with a pineapple wedge on the rim."]},{"n":"Feni Coconut Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef3e6","z":"mint","ing":["feni","coconut water","lime","mint"],"opt":["honey"],"steps":["Gently press 6 mint leaves with 10 ml lime juice in a tall glass.","Fill with ice, then add 45 ml feni and 120 ml coconut water.","Stir for 5 seconds. Add 1 tsp honey if you want it sweeter.","Serve right away with a straw and a mint sprig on top, alongside fried fish or spicy cashews."]},{"n":"Chai Rum Toddy","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#b07a4f","z":"none","ing":["dark rum","black tea","milk","jaggery","cardamom","ginger"],"steps":["In a pan, boil 100 ml water with 1 tsp grated ginger and 2 crushed cardamom pods for 1 minute.","Add 1 tea bag and 60 ml milk and simmer for 2 minutes.","Stir in 2 tsp grated jaggery and strain into a mug.","Add 45 ml dark rum, stir and serve hot.","Serve straight away while steaming, on a saucer, with a couple of rusks or biscuits for dunking."],"h":1},{"n":"Masala Chai Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#c9a27a","z":"none","ing":["vodka","black tea","milk","sugar","cardamom"],"opt":["ginger"],"steps":["Brew 2 tea bags in 60 ml hot water with 1 crushed cardamom pod (and a thin slice of ginger, if you like) for 4 minutes. Let it cool fully.","Add 45 ml vodka, 45 ml of the chai, 30 ml milk and 2 tsp sugar to a shaker with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds and strain into a chilled coupe glass.","Serve right away while ice-cold, without a straw, holding the stem, with a crisp nankhatai on the side."]},{"n":"Chai Irish Cream Frappe","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c8a787","z":"none","ing":["Irish cream","black tea","milk","cardamom"],"opt":["ice cream"],"steps":["Brew 1 tea bag in 50 ml hot water with a pinch of cardamom powder for 3 minutes. Let it cool.","Blend the chai, 45 ml Irish cream, 60 ml milk and 6 ice cubes for 20 seconds.","Add 1 scoop vanilla ice cream and blend 5 seconds more if you like. Pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately with a wide straw before it melts, with a nankhatai or butter biscuit on the side."]},{"n":"Kesari Gin Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f5c96a","z":"orange","ing":["gin","saffron","tonic water","orange"],"steps":["Soak 8 saffron strands in 45 ml gin for 10 minutes until golden.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add the saffron gin.","Top with 120 ml tonic water, stir gently and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside paneer tikka or roasted makhana."],"gar":["orange"]},{"n":"Elaichi Brandy Alexander","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#b58a64","z":"none","ing":["brandy","cream","chocolate syrup","cardamom"],"opt":["nutmeg"],"steps":["Add 40 ml brandy, 30 ml cream, 20 ml chocolate syrup and a pinch of cardamom powder to a shaker.","Add ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into a coupe glass and grate a little nutmeg on top.","Serve well chilled right away, without a straw, as an after-dinner drink with a piece of dark chocolate."]},{"n":"Gur Rum Old Fashioned","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#6e3b17","z":"orange","ing":["dark rum","jaggery","Angostura bitters","orange"],"steps":["In a short glass, stir 1 tsp grated jaggery with 1 tsp warm water until dissolved.","Add 2 dashes Angostura bitters and 50 ml dark rum.","Add one large ice cube and stir for 20 seconds.","Twist a strip of orange peel over the drink and drop it in.","Serve without a straw on a coaster, to sip slowly, with a few roasted cashews or dark chocolate."],"gar":["Angostura bitters","orange"]},{"n":"Gud Adrak Highball","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d8a85a","z":"lemon","ing":["whisky","jaggery","ginger","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["In a tall glass, crush 1 tsp grated ginger with 2 tsp grated jaggery and 15 ml lemon juice.","Add 45 ml whisky and stir until the jaggery dissolves.","Fill with ice, top with 120 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside spicy pakoras or chilli paneer."]},{"n":"Mirchi Michelada","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c8452c","z":"lime","ing":["beer","tomato juice","lime","chaat masala","green chilli"],"opt":["Tabasco"],"steps":["Rub lime on the rim of a tall glass and dip it in chaat masala.","Add 1 slit green chilli, 60 ml tomato juice, 20 ml lime juice and a pinch of chaat masala.","Add ice and slowly top with 250 ml cold beer.","Add 2 dashes Tabasco if you want more heat. Stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while the beer is fizzy, alongside spicy chicken wings or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Masala Mary","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c0392b","z":"lemon","ing":["vodka","tomato juice","lemon","chaat masala","curry leaves"],"opt":["Tabasco","black pepper"],"steps":["In a shaker, gently press 4 curry leaves.","Add 45 ml vodka, 120 ml tomato juice, 15 ml lemon juice, 1/2 tsp chaat masala and ice.","Tip the shaker gently back and forth for 10 seconds (do not shake hard).","Strain into a tall glass over ice. Add Tabasco and black pepper to taste.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside a spicy brunch like masala omelette or chilli cheese toast."]},{"n":"Lychee Gulab Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f6dbe0","z":"none","ing":["vodka","lychee juice","rose syrup / grenadine","lime"],"opt":["lychee"],"steps":["Add 45 ml vodka, 60 ml lychee juice, 10 ml rose syrup and 10 ml lime juice to a shaker with ice.","Shake for 15 seconds and strain into a chilled coupe glass.","Drop in a peeled lychee to garnish.","Serve right away while ice-cold, without a straw, holding the glass by the stem, with salted pistachios."]},{"n":"Aam Mirchi Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f7a823","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","mango","triple sec","lime","green chilli"],"opt":["chaat masala"],"steps":["In a shaker, crush 2 slices green chilli with 4 tbsp ripe mango pulp.","Add 45 ml tequila, 15 ml triple sec, 20 ml lime juice and ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds and strain into a short glass over ice.","Dust a pinch of chaat masala on top if you like.","Serve right away without a straw, alongside spicy nachos or crispy corn chaat."]},{"n":"Kairi Gin Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#b9cf5a","z":"mint","ing":["gin","aam panna","mint","lime"],"steps":["In a short glass, press 8 mint leaves with 10 ml lime juice.","Add 45 ml gin and 45 ml aam panna.","Fill with crushed ice, stir for 10 seconds and top with more crushed ice and a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside masala peanuts or chaat."]},{"n":"Jaljeera Rum Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8f9d47","z":"mint","ing":["white rum","jaljeera powder","mint","lime","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Press 8 mint leaves with 15 ml lime juice in a tall glass.","Stir in 1 tsp jaljeera powder and 45 ml white rum.","Fill with crushed ice, top with 100 ml lemon soda and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw and a mint sprig on top, alongside crispy pakoras or bhel puri."]},{"n":"Kala Khatta Vodka","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#3e0f30","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","grape juice","black salt","lime","chaat masala"],"steps":["Add 45 ml vodka, 60 ml dark grape juice, 15 ml lime juice, a pinch of black salt and a pinch of chaat masala to a shaker.","Shake with ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over crushed ice, just like a kala khatta gola.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside spicy chaat or bhel puri."]},{"n":"Pani Puri Shot","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#6d8a3a","z":"none","ing":["vodka","jaljeera powder","tamarind paste","mint","coriander"],"opt":["black salt"],"steps":["Blend 4 mint leaves, 1 tsp coriander leaves, 1/2 tsp jaljeera powder, 1/2 tsp tamarind paste and 30 ml cold water. Strain.","Pour 30 ml chilled vodka into a shot glass and top with the spiced pani.","Add a pinch of black salt if you like and drink in one go.","Serve right away while ice-cold, with a crispy puri on the side to bite into after the shot."]},{"n":"Imli Chilli Shot","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#7a4a1f","z":"none","ing":["tequila","tamarind paste","jaggery","green chilli"],"steps":["Mix 1/2 tsp tamarind paste and 1 tsp grated jaggery with 10 ml warm water until smooth.","Shake it with 30 ml tequila, 1 thin slice green chilli and ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into a shot glass.","Serve right away while ice-cold and drink it in one go, with a lime wedge to bite after."],"opt":["lime"]},{"n":"Dhaniya Gin Fizz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#cfe3b0","z":"lime","ing":["gin","coriander","lime","sugar","soda water"],"opt":["egg white"],"steps":["In a shaker, press about 10 coriander sprigs with 2 tsp sugar.","Add 45 ml gin, 20 ml lime juice and 1 egg white if using. Shake with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass over ice and top with 90 ml soda water.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, a coriander sprig on top, alongside paneer tikka."]},{"n":"Spiked Masala Chaas","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef0e2","z":"mint","ing":["vodka","buttermilk (chaas)","cumin powder","mint","black salt"],"opt":["curry leaves"],"steps":["Blend 200 ml chilled buttermilk with 5 mint leaves, 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder and a pinch of black salt for 10 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass with ice and stir in 40 ml vodka.","Garnish with a mint sprig and a few torn curry leaves if you like.","Serve well chilled right away with a straw, alongside a spicy meal like biryani or chole bhature."]},{"n":"Mango Lassi Rum","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f8c45a","z":"none","ing":["white rum","yogurt / curd","mango","sugar","cardamom"],"opt":["saffron"],"steps":["Add 100 ml thick curd, 6 tbsp ripe mango pulp, 2 tsp sugar and a pinch of cardamom powder to a blender.","Add 45 ml white rum and 4 ice cubes. Blend for 20 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and top with a few saffron strands.","Serve immediately while cold and thick, with a wide straw, alongside spicy samosas or kebabs."]},{"n":"Badam Rum Nog","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#ead7b0","z":"none","ing":["dark rum","almond milk","saffron","cardamom","honey"],"opt":["nutmeg"],"steps":["Warm 150 ml almond milk with 6 saffron strands and a pinch of cardamom powder until steaming. Do not boil.","Stir in 2 tsp honey until dissolved.","Pour into a mug, add 45 ml dark rum and stir. Grate a little nutmeg on top.","Serve warm right away on a saucer, with a couple of almond biscuits or dry fruits on the side."],"h":1},{"n":"Kokum Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#9c1f43","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","kokum syrup","triple sec","lime"],"opt":["black salt"],"steps":["Rub lime on the rim of a short glass and dip it in black salt.","Shake 45 ml tequila, 25 ml kokum syrup, 15 ml triple sec and 20 ml lime juice with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into the glass over fresh ice.","Serve right away without a straw so every sip touches the salt rim, alongside spicy fish fry or nachos."]},{"n":"Sol Kadhi Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#d98ca4","z":"none","ing":["vodka","kokum syrup","coconut milk","green chilli","coriander"],"steps":["In a shaker, press 1 thin slice green chilli and a few coriander leaves.","Add 45 ml vodka, 25 ml kokum syrup and 45 ml coconut milk.","Shake with ice for 15 seconds and strain through a tea strainer into a coupe glass.","Garnish with a single coriander leaf.","Serve right away while ice-cold, without a straw, alongside fried fish or prawn koliwada."]},{"n":"Guava Kala Namak Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f5c0b0","z":"none","ing":["gin","guava juice","lemon","black salt","egg white"],"opt":["sugar"],"steps":["Add 45 ml gin, 60 ml guava juice, 15 ml lemon juice, a pinch of black salt and 1 egg white to a shaker.","Add 1 tsp sugar too if your guava juice is tart.","Shake without ice for 10 seconds, then add ice and shake 15 seconds more.","Strain into a coupe glass.","Serve right away without a straw so the foam stays on top, with a thin guava slice on the rim."]},{"n":"Ananas Mirchi Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f5dc6a","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","pineapple juice","lime","green chilli","sugar"],"opt":["chaat masala"],"steps":["In a shaker, press 2 slices green chilli with 1 tsp sugar.","Add 50 ml white rum, 40 ml pineapple juice, 20 ml lime juice and ice.","Shake for 15 seconds and strain into a chilled coupe glass.","Dust a pinch of chaat masala on top if you like.","Serve right away while ice-cold, without a straw, holding the stem, alongside chilli chicken or nachos."]},{"n":"Chakri Phool Negroni","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#a5212b","z":"orange","ing":["gin","campari / aperol","sweet vermouth","star anise","orange"],"steps":["Drop 1 star anise into 30 ml gin and let it sit for 10 minutes.","In a mixing glass with ice, add the gin with the star anise, 30 ml Campari and 30 ml sweet vermouth.","Stir for 20 seconds and strain into a short glass over a large ice cube.","Garnish with orange peel and the star anise.","Serve without a straw, to sip slowly as the ice melts, alongside olives or salted cashews."],"gar":["orange"]},{"n":"Kaapi Bourbon Shakerato","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#3a2214","z":"none","ing":["bourbon","cold coffee / espresso","jaggery","cardamom"],"steps":["Dissolve 2 tsp grated jaggery in 45 ml hot strong filter coffee or espresso with a pinch of cardamom powder.","Add 45 ml bourbon, the coffee and plenty of ice to a shaker.","Shake very hard for 20 seconds until foamy and strain into a short glass.","Serve immediately while the foam is thick, without a straw, with a crisp biscuit or murukku on the side."]},{"n":"Elaichi Irish Coffee","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#3d2615","z":"none","ing":["whisky","cold coffee / espresso","brown sugar","cream","cardamom"],"steps":["Warm a mug with hot water, then empty it.","Add 2 tsp brown sugar and 120 ml hot coffee and stir to dissolve.","Stir in 40 ml whisky.","Lightly whip 30 ml cream with a pinch of cardamom powder and float it on top over the back of a spoon.","Serve hot right away without stirring, sipping the coffee through the cream, with a butter biscuit alongside."],"h":1},{"n":"Spiked Rose Falooda","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f4b6c8","z":"none","ing":["vodka","rose syrup / grenadine","milk","ice cream"],"opt":["cardamom"],"steps":["Pour 20 ml rose syrup into the bottom of a tall glass.","Shake 40 ml vodka with 120 ml cold milk and ice for 10 seconds and strain slowly into the glass.","Top with 1 scoop vanilla ice cream and a pinch of cardamom. Stir before drinking.","Serve right away with a wide straw and a long spoon, before the ice cream melts, as a dessert drink."]},{"n":"Hot Thandai Toddy","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#e9cfa0","z":"none","ing":["brandy","thandai syrup","milk"],"opt":["saffron"],"steps":["Heat 150 ml milk with 30 ml thandai syrup until steaming. Do not boil.","Pour into a mug and stir in 40 ml brandy.","Float 3-4 saffron strands on top and serve warm.","Serve on a saucer right away while steaming, with a few pistachios or a piece of barfi on the side."],"h":1},{"n":"Kahwa Whisky Toddy","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#d9a945","z":"lemon","ing":["whisky","green tea","saffron","cardamom","honey","cinnamon"],"steps":["Simmer 150 ml water with 1 small cinnamon stick, 2 crushed cardamom pods and 5 saffron strands for 2 minutes.","Turn off the heat, add 1 green tea bag and steep for 2 minutes. Remove the tea bag and spices.","Stir in 2 tsp honey and 40 ml whisky. Serve hot in a mug.","Serve straight away while steaming, sprinkled with a few sliced almonds, with dry fruits on the side."]},{"n":"Kokum Rum Buck","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#8d2b3e","z":"lime","ing":["dark rum","kokum syrup","ginger ale","lime"],"steps":["Fill a copper mug with ice.","Add 45 ml dark rum, 20 ml kokum syrup and 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 120 ml ginger ale, stir gently and garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a short straw while fizzy, alongside spicy fish fry or chilli chicken."]},{"n":"Kali Mirch Pineapple Whisky","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e9c45a","z":"none","ing":["whisky","pineapple juice","black pepper","lemon","honey"],"steps":["Stir 1 tsp honey with 1 tsp warm water in a shaker until runny.","Add 45 ml whisky, 60 ml pineapple juice, 10 ml lemon juice and 2 pinches crushed black pepper.","Shake with ice for 15 seconds, strain into a short glass over ice and top with a crack of pepper.","Serve right away without a straw, on a coaster, alongside grilled chicken tikka or pineapple chaat."]},{"n":"Kadha Brandy Toddy","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#b0702c","z":"lemon","ing":["brandy","ginger","black pepper","cloves","honey","basil"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Boil 180 ml water with 1 tsp grated ginger, 4 basil (tulsi) leaves, 2 cloves and 3 black peppercorns for 3 minutes.","Strain into a mug and stir in 2 tsp honey.","Add 40 ml brandy and a squeeze of lemon. Sip warm.","Serve hot right away in the mug, ideally on a cold evening, with a couple of plain biscuits on the side."]},{"n":"Tulsi Gin Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#b7d79a","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","basil","lemon","honey"],"steps":["In a shaker, press 8 basil (tulsi) leaves with 2 tsp honey.","Add 50 ml gin, 20 ml lemon juice and ice. Shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over crushed ice and garnish with a basil sprig.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside paneer tikka or hummus."]},{"n":"Feni Mango Slush","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f9b233","z":"lime","ing":["feni","mango","lime","sugar"],"opt":["chaat masala"],"steps":["Add the flesh of 1 small ripe mango, 45 ml feni, 15 ml lime juice and 1 tsp sugar to a blender.","Add 8 ice cubes and blend for 30 seconds until slushy.","Pour into a tall glass and sprinkle a pinch of chaat masala if you like.","Serve immediately with a wide straw before it melts, alongside spicy prawn fry or masala cashews."]},{"n":"Darjeeling Gin Fizz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d9a35a","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","black tea","lemon","honey","soda water"],"steps":["Brew 1 Darjeeling tea bag in 60 ml hot water for 3 minutes, stir in 2 tsp honey and let it cool.","Shake 45 ml gin, the cooled tea and 15 ml lemon juice with ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass over ice and top with 60 ml soda water.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, a lemon wheel on the rim, alongside cucumber sandwiches."]},{"n":"Assam Tea Whisky Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#8c4a1e","z":"lemon","ing":["whisky","black tea","lemon","jaggery","cloves"],"steps":["Brew 1 strong Assam tea bag with 2 cloves in 80 ml hot water for 4 minutes.","Stir in 2 tsp grated jaggery and let it cool.","Shake the tea with 45 ml whisky, 15 ml lemon juice and ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over ice.","Serve right away without a straw, with a lemon wheel on the rim, alongside spicy pakoras."]},{"n":"Gulabi Rosé Spritz","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f7b3c2","z":"berry","ing":["rose wine","rose syrup / grenadine","soda water","cardamom"],"opt":["strawberries"],"steps":["Fill a wine glass with ice.","Add 10 ml rose syrup and a tiny pinch of cardamom powder and stir.","Pour in 120 ml rosé wine and top with 45 ml soda water.","Stir gently once and garnish with a strawberry.","Serve right away while it sparkles, holding the glass by the stem, alongside a cheese platter or crackers."]},{"n":"Aam Panna Spritzer","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#dfe39a","z":"mint","ing":["white wine","aam panna","soda water"],"opt":["mint","black salt"],"steps":["Fill a wine glass with ice.","Add 45 ml aam panna and 100 ml chilled white wine.","Top with 45 ml soda water, add a pinch of black salt and a mint sprig.","Serve right away while chilled and sparkling, holding the stem, alongside crispy samosas or kachori."]},{"n":"Port Wine Chai","t":"cocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#6a1f2a","z":"orange","ing":["port wine","black tea","cinnamon","cardamom"],"opt":["orange","brown sugar"],"steps":["Brew 1 tea bag in 120 ml hot water with 1 small cinnamon stick and 2 crushed cardamom pods for 3 minutes.","Remove the tea bag and pour into a mug.","Stir in 60 ml port wine, plus 1 tsp brown sugar if you like. Add orange peel and serve warm.","Serve on a saucer while steaming, with a slice of fruit cake or plum cake on the side."]},{"n":"Peach Elaichi Iced Tea","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e7a24f","z":"lemon","ing":["peach schnapps","vodka","black tea","cardamom","lemon"],"steps":["Brew 1 tea bag in 100 ml hot water with 1 crushed cardamom pod for 3 minutes. Let it cool.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 30 ml peach schnapps, 30 ml vodka and 15 ml lemon juice.","Pour in the cooled tea, stir and garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw on a coaster, alongside light snacks like sandwiches or cookies."]},{"n":"Jaljeera Paloma","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#a7b85a","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","jaljeera powder","orange juice","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Rub lime on the rim of a tall glass and dip it in a little jaljeera powder.","In the glass, stir 1/2 tsp jaljeera powder with 45 ml tequila, 45 ml orange juice and 15 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice, top with 90 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside spicy nachos or aloo chaat."]},{"n":"Garam Masala Rum Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#b06a33","z":"orange","ing":["spiced rum","lemon","jaggery","cinnamon","cloves","egg white"],"steps":["Warm 15 ml water with 2 tsp grated jaggery, a pinch of cinnamon and 1 clove until dissolved. Cool and remove the clove.","Shake 50 ml spiced rum, 20 ml lemon juice, the jaggery syrup and 1 egg white without ice for 10 seconds.","Add ice, shake 15 seconds more and strain into a coupe glass.","Serve right away without a straw so the foam stays on top, with a cinnamon stick laid across the glass."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Bourbon Kokum Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#8f2340","z":"mint","ing":["bourbon","kokum syrup","mint","lemon"],"steps":["In a short glass, press 8 mint leaves with 15 ml lemon juice.","Add 50 ml bourbon and 20 ml kokum syrup.","Fill with crushed ice, stir for 10 seconds and top with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside spicy chicken wings."]},{"n":"Pudina Mirchi Vodka Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e0f0d0","z":"mint","ing":["vodka","mint","green chilli","tonic water","lime"],"steps":["In a tall glass, press 8 mint leaves and 1 slit green chilli with 10 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice and add 45 ml vodka.","Top with 120 ml tonic water and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, a lime wedge on the rim, alongside crispy corn or pakoras."]},{"n":"Banana Jaggery Rum Flip","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e8cf96","z":"none","ing":["dark rum","banana","jaggery","milk","cardamom"],"opt":["nutmeg"],"steps":["Blend 1 ripe banana, 2 tsp grated jaggery, 150 ml cold milk and a pinch of cardamom powder.","Add 45 ml dark rum and 4 ice cubes and blend for 15 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and grate a little nutmeg on top.","Serve immediately while cold and thick, with a wide straw, as an after-dinner treat."]},{"n":"Papita Rum Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7955a","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","papaya","lime","chaat masala","honey"],"opt":["soda water"],"steps":["Blend 6 cubes ripe papaya (2 cm each), 45 ml white rum, 20 ml lime juice and 2 tsp honey until smooth.","Pour into a tall glass over ice.","Sprinkle 1/4 tsp chaat masala on top and add a splash of soda water if you like.","Serve right away with a straw while well chilled, alongside grilled fish or a fruit chaat."]},{"n":"Kiwi Mirchi Vodka Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#9cc23d","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","kiwi","green chilli","lime","sugar"],"steps":["In a shaker, crush 1 peeled kiwi, 1 slice green chilli and 2 tsp sugar.","Add 45 ml vodka, 15 ml lime juice and ice. Shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over crushed ice.","Serve right away with a short straw and a kiwi slice on the rim, before the crushed ice melts."]},{"n":"Strawberry Kali Mirch Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#d93a4f","z":"berry","ing":["gin","strawberries","black pepper","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["In a shaker, crush 4 strawberries with 2 tsp sugar and a pinch of crushed black pepper.","Add 45 ml gin, 20 ml lemon juice and ice. Shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over crushed ice and add another crack of pepper.","Serve right away with a short straw and a strawberry on the rim, before the crushed ice melts."]},{"n":"Nagpur Santra Highball","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f59a23","z":"orange","ing":["whisky","orange juice","cardamom","soda water"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml whisky, 90 ml fresh orange juice and a pinch of cardamom powder and stir.","Top with 60 ml soda water and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside salted cashews or chicken tikka."]},{"n":"Nariyal Coquito","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f3efe2","z":"none","ing":["white rum","coconut milk","condensed milk","cardamom","cinnamon"],"steps":["Add 45 ml white rum, 60 ml coconut milk, 20 ml condensed milk and a pinch of cardamom powder to a shaker.","Shake with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over ice and dust with a pinch of cinnamon.","Serve well chilled within 5 minutes, without a straw, with a coconut cookie or a piece of barfi on the side."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Kerala Coconut Cooler","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef2df","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","coconut water","curry leaves","lime","green chilli"],"steps":["In a tall glass, gently press 5 curry leaves and 1 slit green chilli with 15 ml lime juice.","Fill with ice, then add 45 ml white rum and 120 ml coconut water.","Stir for 5 seconds and serve.","Serve right away with a straw and a lime wheel on the rim, alongside banana chips or fried fish."]},{"n":"Rasam Shot","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#b5482a","z":"none","ing":["vodka","tomato juice","tamarind paste","black pepper","cumin powder","curry leaves"],"steps":["Warm 30 ml tomato juice with 1/4 tsp tamarind paste, a pinch each of black pepper and cumin powder and 1 curry leaf for 1 minute.","Strain and let it cool slightly.","Pour 30 ml chilled vodka into a shot glass, top with the rasam and drink in one go.","Serve right away while the rasam is still slightly warm, with a crispy papad to bite after the shot."],"h":1},{"n":"Khus Vodka Lemonade","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7cc36b","z":"lemon","ing":["vodka","khus syrup","lemonade","mint"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and a few mint leaves.","Add 40 ml vodka and 20 ml khus syrup.","Top with 120 ml lemonade, stir and garnish with a lemon slice.","Serve right away with a straw while chilled, alongside crispy pakoras or paneer tikka."],"opt":["lemon"]},{"n":"Kadi Patta Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e8efc8","z":"none","ing":["gin","dry vermouth","curry leaves"],"steps":["Chill a coupe glass in the freezer for 5 minutes.","In a mixing glass, lightly bruise 4 curry leaves, then add 60 ml gin, 15 ml dry vermouth and ice.","Stir for 25 seconds, strain into the chilled glass and float 1 curry leaf on top.","Serve right away while ice-cold, without a straw, holding the stem, with a small bowl of banana chips."]},{"n":"Gur Daiquiri","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#d8b46a","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","jaggery","lime"],"steps":["Dissolve 2 tsp grated jaggery in 15 ml warm water and let it cool.","Shake 50 ml white rum, 25 ml lime juice and the jaggery syrup with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass.","Serve right away while ice-cold, without a straw, holding the glass by its stem, with a lime wheel on the rim."]},{"n":"Kesari Sidecar","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f0a534","z":"orange","ing":["brandy","triple sec","lemon","saffron"],"opt":["sugar","orange"],"steps":["Soak 6 saffron strands in 1 tbsp warm water for 5 minutes.","Shake 45 ml brandy, 20 ml triple sec, 20 ml lemon juice and the saffron water with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a coupe glass, rimmed with sugar if you like.","Serve right away while ice-cold, without a straw, with an orange peel twist on the rim."]},{"n":"Hari Chutney Gin Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#82b94a","z":"lime","ing":["gin","coriander","mint","green chilli","lime","sugar"],"steps":["In a shaker, press 6 mint leaves, 6 coriander sprigs, 1 slice green chilli and 2 tsp sugar.","Add 45 ml gin, 20 ml lime juice and ice. Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain through a tea strainer into a short glass over ice.","Serve right away without a straw and a mint leaf on top, alongside paneer tikka or dhokla."]},{"n":"Tarbooz Kala Namak Shot","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#f25c6e","z":"none","ing":["vodka","watermelon","black salt","lime"],"steps":["Crush 3 watermelon cubes (2 cm each) in a shaker with a pinch of black salt and 5 ml lime juice.","Add 30 ml vodka and ice and shake for 10 seconds.","Strain into a shot glass.","Serve ice-cold right after straining and drink it in one go, with a small watermelon cube as a chaser."]},{"n":"Chaat Masala Tequila Shot","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#f3e9c6","z":"orange","ing":["tequila","orange","chaat masala"],"steps":["Cut an orange wedge and sprinkle it with 1/4 tsp chaat masala.","Pour 30 ml chilled tequila into a shot glass.","Drink the shot, then bite into the masala orange wedge.","Serve the shot and masala wedge together on a small plate, with a napkin for sticky fingers."],"gar":["orange"]},{"n":"Kesar Kulfi Martini","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f2dca2","z":"none","ing":["amaretto","condensed milk","cream","cardamom","saffron"],"steps":["Soak 4 saffron strands in 30 ml cream for 5 minutes.","Shake 40 ml amaretto, the saffron cream, 15 ml condensed milk and a pinch of cardamom powder with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe glass.","Serve well chilled right away, without a straw, as a dessert drink with a few crushed pistachios on top."]},{"n":"Elaichi Colada","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f6eccb","z":"none","ing":["white rum","pineapple juice","coconut cream","cardamom"],"steps":["Add 50 ml white rum, 90 ml pineapple juice, 30 ml coconut cream and a pinch of cardamom powder to a blender.","Add 6 ice cubes and blend for 20 seconds until smooth.","Pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately with a straw and a pineapple wedge on the rim, before it starts to melt."]},{"n":"Kesar Aam Bellini","t":"cocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f7c25a","z":"none","ing":["sparkling wine","mango","saffron"],"steps":["Soak 4 saffron strands in 1 tbsp warm water for 5 minutes.","Blend 4 tbsp ripe mango pulp with the saffron water until smooth and spoon it into a wine glass.","Slowly top with 120 ml chilled sparkling wine and stir gently once.","Serve right away while it still sparkles, holding the glass by the stem, as a brunch drink."]},{"n":"Hapus Whisky Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f6b13d","z":"none","ing":["whisky","mango","lemon","sugar","egg white"],"opt":["black pepper"],"steps":["In a shaker, add 45 ml whisky, 3 tbsp Alphonso (hapus) mango pulp, 20 ml lemon juice, 1 tsp sugar and 1 egg white.","Shake without ice for 10 seconds, then add ice and shake 15 seconds more.","Strain into a coupe glass and add a crack of black pepper if you like.","Serve right away without a straw so the foam stays on top, alongside spicy chicken tikka or cashews."]},{"n":"Imli Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#9a5a22","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","tamarind paste","jaggery","lime","triple sec"],"opt":["chaat masala"],"steps":["Rub lime on the rim of a short glass and dip it in chaat masala.","Mix 1 tsp tamarind paste and 2 tsp grated jaggery with 15 ml warm water until smooth.","Shake this with 45 ml tequila, 15 ml triple sec, 15 ml lime juice and ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into the glass over fresh ice.","Serve right away without a straw so each sip touches the chaat rim, alongside crispy samosas or nachos."]},{"n":"Anar Masala Fizz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b81f3c","z":"none","ing":["vodka","pomegranate juice","chaat masala","lime","soda water"],"opt":["pomegranate"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml vodka, 90 ml pomegranate juice, 10 ml lime juice and 1/4 tsp chaat masala and stir well.","Top with 60 ml soda water and scatter a few pomegranate seeds on top.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside crispy aloo tikki or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Anar Gin Smash","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#a61d3a","z":"mint","ing":["gin","pomegranate","mint","lime","sugar"],"steps":["In a short glass, crush 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds, 6 mint leaves and 2 tsp sugar.","Add 45 ml gin and 15 ml lime juice.","Fill with crushed ice, stir for 10 seconds and top with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside hummus and pita chips."]},{"n":"Litchi Kala Namak Collins","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3e8e0","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","lychee juice","black salt","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml gin, 60 ml lychee juice, 15 ml lemon juice and a pinch of black salt and stir.","Top with 60 ml soda water and garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside light snacks like paneer tikka or spring rolls."]},{"n":"Kheera Mirchi Tequila","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d5ecc0","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","cucumber","green chilli","lime","soda water","black salt"],"steps":["In a tall glass, crush 4 cucumber slices and 1 slice green chilli with 15 ml lime juice and a pinch of black salt.","Fill with ice and add 45 ml tequila.","Top with 100 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, a cucumber slice on the rim, alongside spicy nachos."]},{"n":"Feni Kadi Patta Fizz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef0d0","z":"lime","ing":["feni","curry leaves","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["In a tall glass, press 6 curry leaves with 2 tsp sugar and 15 ml lime juice.","Add 45 ml feni and fill with ice.","Top with 120 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, a curry leaf on top, alongside banana chips or fish fry."]},{"n":"Imli Spiced Rum Cola","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#3b1d10","z":"lime","ing":["spiced rum","cola","tamarind paste","lime","chaat masala"],"steps":["In a tall glass, stir 1/2 tsp tamarind paste with 10 ml lime juice and a pinch of chaat masala.","Add 45 ml spiced rum and fill with ice.","Top with 150 ml cola and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, a lime wedge on the rim, alongside spicy chicken wings."]},{"n":"Kesar Amaretto Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f0b84a","z":"lemon","ing":["amaretto","lemon","saffron","egg white"],"steps":["Soak 5 saffron strands in 1 tbsp warm water for 5 minutes.","Shake 45 ml amaretto, 25 ml lemon juice, the saffron water and 1 egg white without ice for 10 seconds.","Add ice, shake 15 seconds more and strain into a coupe glass.","Serve right away without a straw so the foam stays on top, with a few saffron strands on the foam."]},{"n":"Kulhad Coffee Shot","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#5a3a22","z":"none","ing":["coffee liqueur","Irish cream","cardamom"],"steps":["Pour 20 ml coffee liqueur into a shot glass.","Slowly pour 20 ml Irish cream over the back of a spoon so it floats on top.","Dust with a tiny pinch of cardamom powder.","Serve without stirring so the cream stays on top, and drink it in one go."]},{"n":"Konkan Kokum Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#b0304a","z":"lime","ing":["white rum","kokum syrup","pineapple juice","lime","soda water","black salt"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, add 180 ml white rum, 100 ml kokum syrup and 300 ml pineapple juice.","Add 40 ml lime juice and 1/2 tsp black salt and stir well.","Fill with ice, top with 300 ml soda water and pour into 4 glasses.","Pour into 4 ice-filled glasses with a lime wheel each and serve right away, alongside spicy fish fry or cashews."]},{"n":"Kairi Whisky Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#d0d070","z":"mint","ing":["whisky","aam panna","ginger ale","mint","black salt"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, add 180 ml whisky, 240 ml aam panna and a handful of mint leaves.","Add 1/2 tsp black salt and stir well.","Fill with ice, top with 400 ml ginger ale and pour into 4 glasses.","Pour into 4 ice-filled glasses with a mint sprig each and serve right away, alongside samosas or pakoras."]},{"n":"Masala Sangria","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#7d1a2a","z":"orange","ing":["red wine","brandy","orange juice","apple","cinnamon","star anise"],"opt":["orange","jaggery"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, add 1 bottle (750 ml) red wine, 60 ml brandy and 200 ml orange juice.","Add 1 chopped apple, 1 sliced orange, 2 cinnamon sticks and 2 star anise.","Stir in 2 tbsp grated jaggery if you like it sweeter. Chill for at least 1 hour.","Pour into 4 ice-filled glasses with some fruit in each.","Serve chilled right away with a spoon for the fruit, alongside paneer tikka or a cheese platter."]},{"n":"Masala Mulled Wine","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#6b1424","z":"orange","ing":["red wine","orange","cinnamon","cloves","star anise","jaggery"],"steps":["Serves 4. Pour 1 bottle (750 ml) red wine into a pan.","Add 1 sliced orange, 2 cinnamon sticks, 6 cloves, 2 star anise and 3 tbsp grated jaggery.","Warm on low heat for 10 minutes. Do not let it boil.","Strain into a heatproof jug and serve hot in 4 mugs.","Serve hot within 10 minutes, with a cinnamon stick in each mug and plum cake or roasted nuts on the side."],"h":1},{"n":"Holi Gulabi Thandai","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f2c8c8","z":"none","ing":["brandy","thandai syrup","milk","rose syrup / grenadine","cardamom"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, whisk 600 ml cold milk with 120 ml thandai syrup and 40 ml rose syrup.","Add 160 ml brandy and a pinch of cardamom powder and stir well.","Add plenty of ice, stir for 10 seconds and pour into 4 glasses.","Serve well chilled right away, topped with a few crushed pistachios, with gujiya on the side."]},{"n":"Cashew Feni Lemonade","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f2f0c8","z":"lemon","ing":["feni","lemonade","ginger","mint"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, press 1 tsp grated ginger and a handful of mint leaves.","Add 180 ml feni and 600 ml lemonade and stir well.","Fill the jug with ice and pour into 4 glasses with lemon slices.","Serve right away with straws, before the ice melts, alongside masala fried fish or prawn fry."]},{"n":"Iced Chai Rum Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#b98a60","z":"none","ing":["spiced rum","black tea","milk","cardamom","ginger","jaggery"],"steps":["Serves 4. Boil 400 ml water with 1 tsp grated ginger and 4 crushed cardamom pods for 2 minutes.","Add 4 tea bags and 200 ml milk and simmer 2 minutes. Stir in 4 tbsp grated jaggery and strain.","Cool fully, then pour into a jug with 180 ml spiced rum and plenty of ice.","Stir and pour into 4 glasses.","Serve well chilled right away with a pinch of cardamom on top, alongside nankhatai or rusk biscuits."]},{"n":"Lychee Gulab Sparkler","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f7dfe4","z":"mint","ing":["sparkling wine","lychee juice","rose syrup / grenadine","lime","mint"],"opt":["lychee"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, add 300 ml chilled lychee juice, 30 ml rose syrup and 30 ml lime juice.","Add a handful of mint leaves and some ice.","Slowly top with 1 bottle (750 ml) chilled sparkling wine and stir once gently.","Pour into 4 glasses, with a lychee in each if you like.","Serve straight away while still bubbly, with a napkin under each glass and cheese crackers on the side."]},{"n":"Tarbooz Gin Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f05a6a","z":"mint","ing":["gin","watermelon","mint","lime","black salt","tonic water"],"steps":["Serves 4. Blend 600 g seedless watermelon chunks and strain to get about 500 ml juice.","In a large jug, add the juice, 180 ml gin, 40 ml lime juice, 1/2 tsp black salt and a handful of mint.","Add ice, top with 300 ml tonic water, stir gently and serve in 4 glasses.","Serve right away with straws and a small watermelon wedge on each rim, alongside salted cashews."]},{"n":"Mango Mirchi Beer Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f4b23a","z":"lime","ing":["beer","mango juice","green chilli","lime","chaat masala"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, add 300 ml mango juice, 2 slit green chillies, 40 ml lime juice and 1/2 tsp chaat masala and stir.","Slowly pour in 2 bottles (650 ml each) chilled beer.","Stir gently, add ice and pour into 4 tall glasses.","Serve ice-cold right away, before the fizz fades, with a bowl of masala peanuts or spicy pakoras."]},{"n":"Jaljeera Beer Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#b5ad55","z":"mint","ing":["beer","jaljeera powder","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","mint","lime"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, stir 2 tsp jaljeera powder with 40 ml lime juice and a handful of mint leaves.","Add 300 ml lemon soda and some ice.","Slowly pour in 1 bottle (650 ml) chilled beer, stir gently and serve in 4 glasses.","Serve ice-cold within 5 minutes so it stays fizzy, with a mint sprig on top and a plate of samosas."]},{"n":"Tarbooz Rosé Sangria","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f48a96","z":"berry","ing":["rose wine","watermelon","strawberries","mint","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"opt":["black salt"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, add 20 small watermelon cubes, 8 sliced strawberries and a handful of mint.","Pour in 1 bottle (750 ml) chilled rosé wine and chill for 30 minutes.","Add ice, top with 250 ml lemon soda and a pinch of black salt. Serve in 4 wine glasses.","Serve chilled right away with a small spoon for the fruit, alongside cheese and crackers."]},{"n":"Aam Elaichi White Sangria","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f3d27a","z":"none","ing":["white wine","triple sec","mango","peach","cardamom","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, add 1 chopped ripe mango, 1 sliced peach and 4 crushed cardamom pods.","Pour in 1 bottle (750 ml) chilled white wine and 60 ml triple sec. Chill for 1 hour.","Add ice and top with 250 ml lemon soda just before serving in 4 glasses.","Serve chilled right away with a mango slice on each rim, alongside grilled paneer or chicken tikka."]},{"n":"Kesar Elaichi Milk Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f0dcae","z":"none","ing":["dark rum","milk","saffron","cardamom","sugar"],"opt":["nutmeg"],"steps":["Serves 4. Warm 100 ml milk with 12 saffron strands for 1 minute and let it cool.","In a large jug, whisk the saffron milk, 500 ml cold milk, 4 tbsp sugar and 1/2 tsp cardamom powder.","Add 180 ml dark rum and plenty of ice and stir well.","Pour into 4 glasses and grate a little nutmeg on top.","Serve well chilled right away, with a coaster under each glass and a plate of dry fruits or shortbread."]},{"n":"Kashmiri Kahwa Gin Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#e2b850","z":"lemon","ing":["gin","green tea","saffron","cardamom","honey","lemon"],"steps":["Serves 4. Steep 3 green tea bags, 10 saffron strands and 4 crushed cardamom pods in 600 ml hot water for 3 minutes.","Remove the tea bags, stir in 4 tbsp honey and cool fully.","Pour into a jug with 180 ml gin and 60 ml lemon juice. Add ice and stir.","Serve in 4 glasses with lemon slices.","Serve chilled right away with a few slivered almonds on top, alongside seekh kebabs or roasted nuts."]},{"n":"Bombay Planter's Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#c2452a","z":"orange","ing":["dark rum","pineapple juice","orange juice","rose syrup / grenadine","Angostura bitters","cardamom"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, add 200 ml dark rum, 300 ml pineapple juice and 300 ml orange juice.","Stir in 40 ml grenadine, 6 dashes Angostura bitters and 1/2 tsp cardamom powder.","Fill with ice, stir well and pour into 4 glasses with orange slices.","Serve right away with straws and a cherry in each glass, alongside spicy chicken wings or masala peanuts."],"gar":["Angostura bitters"]},{"n":"Ananas Dhaniya Vodka Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#eedc6a","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","pineapple juice","coriander","green chilli","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, lightly crush a handful of coriander and 1 slit green chilli.","Add 180 ml vodka, 500 ml pineapple juice and 40 ml lime juice and stir.","Add ice, top with 200 ml soda water and serve in 4 glasses.","Serve right away with straws and a coriander sprig in each glass, alongside chicken tikka or nachos."]},{"n":"Mosambi Mimosa","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f2e48a","z":"orange","ing":["sparkling wine","sweet lime (mosambi)","triple sec"],"opt":["chaat masala"],"steps":["Serves 4. Squeeze about 8 sweet limes to get 400 ml juice and chill it.","Pour the juice and 40 ml triple sec into a jug.","Slowly add 1 bottle (750 ml) chilled sparkling wine and stir once gently.","Serve in 4 wine glasses, rimmed with a little chaat masala if you like.","Serve straight away while it is bubbly, with a brunch spread like sandwiches, poha or omelettes."]},{"n":"Anardana Rum Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#a01e35","z":"orange","ing":["dark rum","pomegranate juice","orange juice","cinnamon","pomegranate"],"opt":["soda water"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, add 180 ml dark rum, 400 ml pomegranate juice and 200 ml orange juice.","Add 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder and stir well.","Add ice and 4 tbsp pomegranate seeds. Top with 200 ml soda water if you like and serve in 4 glasses.","Serve right away with straws and an orange slice on each rim, alongside lamb kebabs or roasted nuts."]},{"n":"Patiala Cola Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#3a1a0e","z":"lime","ing":["whisky","cola","lime","chaat masala","mint"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, add 240 ml whisky, 50 ml lime juice, 1 tsp chaat masala and a handful of mint.","Fill with ice and top with 800 ml cola.","Stir gently and pour into 4 tall glasses.","Serve right away with straws and a lime wedge on each rim, alongside chilli chicken or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Coconut Lychee Vodka Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f1ede0","z":"mint","ing":["vodka","coconut water","lychee juice","lime","mint"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, add 160 ml vodka, 500 ml coconut water and 300 ml lychee juice.","Add 30 ml lime juice and a handful of mint and stir well.","Fill with ice and pour into 4 glasses.","Serve chilled right away with a lychee on a pick in each glass, alongside crispy corn or potato chips."]},{"n":"Strawberry Gulab Gin Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#e8506a","z":"berry","ing":["gin","strawberries","rose syrup / grenadine","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, crush 12 strawberries with 60 ml rose syrup.","Add 180 ml gin and 60 ml lemon juice and stir.","Fill with ice, top with 500 ml soda water, stir gently and serve in 4 glasses.","Serve right away with straws and a halved strawberry on each rim, alongside cheese toasts or crackers."]},{"n":"Nimbu Masala Vodka Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#eef0c0","z":"lemon","ing":["vodka","lemon","sugar","black salt","cumin powder","soda water"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, stir 100 ml lemon juice with 6 tbsp sugar until dissolved.","Add 1 tsp black salt, 1 tsp roasted cumin powder and 180 ml vodka and stir.","Fill with ice, top with 600 ml soda water and serve in 4 glasses.","Serve ice-cold right away with straws and a lemon wheel on each rim, alongside spicy pakoras or bhel puri."]},{"n":"Seb Dalchini Whisky Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#d0953f","z":"none","ing":["whisky","apple juice","cinnamon","jaggery","lemon","ginger ale"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a pan, warm 200 ml apple juice with 2 cinnamon sticks and 3 tbsp grated jaggery until dissolved. Cool.","Pour into a large jug with 400 ml more apple juice, 180 ml whisky and 40 ml lemon juice.","Add ice, top with 300 ml ginger ale and serve in 4 glasses.","Serve right away with an apple slice and a cinnamon stick in each glass, alongside roasted cashews."]},{"n":"Tulsi Peach Vodka Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f2b88a","z":"none","ing":["vodka","peach","basil","lemon","lemonade"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, crush 2 sliced ripe peaches with 12 basil (tulsi) leaves.","Add 180 ml vodka, 30 ml lemon juice and 600 ml lemonade and stir.","Fill with ice and pour into 4 glasses.","Serve chilled right away with a basil leaf and a peach slice in each glass, alongside paneer tikka."]},{"n":"Gulabi Lassi Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f6c6d0","z":"none","ing":["white rum","yogurt / curd","milk","rose syrup / grenadine","cardamom"],"steps":["Serves 4. Blend 400 ml thick curd, 200 ml cold milk, 80 ml rose syrup and 1/2 tsp cardamom powder for 20 seconds.","Add 160 ml white rum and 8 ice cubes and blend 10 seconds more.","Pour into a jug and serve in 4 glasses.","Serve well chilled within 5 minutes, before it separates, topped with crushed pistachios, with spicy chaat."]},{"n":"Hot Gud Adrak Rum Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#9a5a2a","z":"lemon","ing":["dark rum","jaggery","ginger","lemon","cinnamon"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a pan, simmer 700 ml water with 2 tsp grated ginger, 4 tbsp grated jaggery and 2 cinnamon sticks for 5 minutes.","Turn off the heat and stir in 50 ml lemon juice and 180 ml dark rum.","Strain into a heatproof jug and serve hot in 4 mugs.","Serve hot right away with a lemon slice in each mug, and roasted peanuts or gajak on the side."]},{"n":"Diwali Diya Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#c42a3a","z":"orange","ing":["vodka","cranberry juice","orange juice","cinnamon","star anise","soda water"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, add 180 ml vodka, 400 ml cranberry juice and 200 ml orange juice.","Add 1 cinnamon stick and 2 star anise, stir and chill for 30 minutes.","Add ice, top with 200 ml soda water and serve in 4 glasses with orange slices.","Serve right away with straws and a coaster under each glass, alongside Diwali snacks like mathri or namkeen."]},{"n":"Shaadi Sparkling Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f4d27a","z":"lemon","ing":["sparkling wine","brandy","saffron","cardamom","honey","lemon"],"steps":["Serves 4. Warm 2 tbsp honey with 2 tbsp water, 10 saffron strands and a pinch of cardamom powder. Stir and cool.","In a jug, add the saffron honey, 120 ml brandy and 40 ml lemon juice and stir.","Slowly add 1 bottle (750 ml) chilled sparkling wine, stir once gently and serve in 4 wine glasses.","Serve straight away while bubbly, with a few saffron strands floating on top and a plate of kaju katli."]},{"n":"Imli Tequila Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#8f5426","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","tamarind paste","jaggery","lime","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","chaat masala"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, whisk 2 tbsp tamarind paste and 4 tbsp grated jaggery with 100 ml warm water until smooth.","Add 180 ml tequila, 40 ml lime juice and 1/2 tsp chaat masala and stir.","Add ice, top with 500 ml lemon soda and pour into 4 glasses.","Serve right away with straws and a lime wedge on each rim, alongside papdi chaat or tortilla chips."]},{"n":"Paan Party Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#e9b0c0","z":"mint","ing":["vodka","rose syrup / grenadine","mint","cardamom","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","lime"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, crush a big handful of mint leaves with 80 ml rose syrup and 1/2 tsp cardamom powder.","Add 160 ml vodka and 30 ml lime juice and stir well.","Fill with ice, top with 500 ml lemon soda and serve in 4 glasses.","Serve ice-cold right away with straws and a mint sprig in each glass, alongside a plate of mithai."]},{"n":"Kokum Gin Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#9a2648","z":"mint","ing":["gin","kokum syrup","tonic water","lime","mint"],"steps":["Serves 4. In a large jug, add 180 ml gin, 100 ml kokum syrup and 30 ml lime juice.","Add a handful of mint and fill with ice.","Top with 500 ml tonic water, stir gently and pour into 4 glasses.","Serve right away while it is fizzy, with a lime wheel on each rim and fried fish or prawns on the side."]},{"n":"Blueberry Basil Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#5b4a8b","z":"berry","ing":["blueberries","basil","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["Muddle 12 blueberries, 4 basil leaves and 2 tsp sugar in a tall glass for 15 seconds.","Add 30 ml fresh lemon juice and stir until the sugar dissolves.","Fill the glass with ice and pour in 150 ml cold water.","Stir gently and garnish with a few blueberries and a basil leaf.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside light snacks like cucumber sandwiches or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Pink Guava Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f4978e","z":"lemon","ing":["guava juice","lemon","sugar"],"opt":["salt"],"steps":["Stir 1 tsp sugar into 30 ml fresh lemon juice in a tall glass until dissolved.","Fill the glass with ice and pour in 120 ml guava juice.","Top with 60 ml cold water and stir for 5 seconds.","Optional: add a tiny pinch of salt to brighten the guava. Garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside something spicy like masala corn or aloo tikki."]},{"n":"Lavender Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d8c8ec","z":"lemon","ing":["lemon","lavender syrup"],"opt":["blueberries"],"steps":["Pour 30 ml fresh lemon juice and 20 ml lavender syrup into a tall glass.","Fill with ice and add 150 ml cold water.","Stir for 10 seconds and taste; add 5 ml more syrup if you like it sweeter.","Garnish with a lemon wheel, plus a few blueberries for colour if using.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside butter cookies or a slice of lemon cake."]},{"n":"Peach Honey Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7b77a","z":"lemon","ing":["peach","lemon","honey"],"steps":["Peel and chop 1 ripe peach. Blend with 100 ml cold water for 20 seconds until smooth.","In a tall glass, stir 1 tbsp honey into 30 ml fresh lemon juice until it loosens.","Add ice, pour in the peach puree and top with 60 ml cold water.","Stir well and garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve chilled within 10 minutes with a straw, alongside light snacks like cheese crackers or fruit."]},{"n":"Sparkling Cherry Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c62f3b","z":"berry","ing":["cherry","lemon","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Pit 8 cherries and muddle them with 2 tsp sugar in a tall glass for 15 seconds.","Add 30 ml fresh lemon juice and stir until the sugar dissolves.","Fill with ice and top with 150 ml soda water.","Stir gently once and garnish with a whole cherry.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is still fizzy, alongside salted chips or popcorn."]},{"n":"Raspberry Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#e9577a","z":"berry","ing":["raspberries","lemon","sugar"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Mash 40 raspberries with 4 tbsp sugar in the jug for 20 seconds.","Add 120 ml fresh lemon juice and stir until the sugar dissolves.","Pour in 700 ml cold water and stir well. Strain out the seeds if you want it smooth.","Fill 4 glasses with ice, pour, and garnish with raspberries and a mint sprig if using.","Serve the 4 glasses right away with straws, alongside sandwiches or butter biscuits."]},{"n":"Watermelon Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#ff7a85","z":"lemon","ing":["watermelon","lemon","sugar"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Blend about 600 ml of seedless watermelon cubes for 30 seconds.","Strain into the jug, pressing the pulp with a spoon.","Stir in 100 ml fresh lemon juice and 3 tbsp sugar until dissolved.","Add 300 ml cold water, stir, and pour over ice into 4 glasses. Add mint leaves if you like.","Serve the 4 glasses ice-cold right away with straws, alongside fruit chaat or salted chips."]},{"n":"Mango Mint Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ffb84d","z":"mint","ing":["mango","lemon","mint","sugar"],"steps":["Blend the flesh of 1 ripe mango with 100 ml cold water for 20 seconds.","Muddle 6 mint leaves with 1 tsp sugar and 25 ml fresh lemon juice in a tall glass.","Add ice, pour in the mango puree and top with 60 ml cold water.","Stir well and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve chilled right away with a wide straw for the thick mango, alongside samosas or veg pakoras."]},{"n":"Pineapple Ginger Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f5d76e","z":"lemon","ing":["pineapple juice","ginger","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["Put 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 25 ml fresh lemon juice and 1 tsp sugar in a shaker.","Add 100 ml pineapple juice and a handful of ice. Shake hard for 10 seconds.","Strain into an ice-filled tall glass and top with 60 ml cold water.","Stir once and garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside spicy snacks like chilli paneer or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Pomegranate Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b3123f","z":"lemon","ing":["pomegranate juice","lemon","sugar"],"opt":["pomegranate"],"steps":["Stir 1 tsp sugar into 25 ml fresh lemon juice in a tall glass until dissolved.","Fill with ice and pour in 100 ml pomegranate juice.","Top with 80 ml cold water and stir.","Scatter 1 tbsp fresh pomegranate seeds on top if you have them. Garnish with lemon.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside light snacks like dhokla or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Cucumber Ginger Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d6ecb0","z":"lemon","ing":["cucumber","ginger","lemon","honey"],"steps":["Muddle 6 thin cucumber slices and 2 thin ginger slices in a tall glass for 15 seconds.","Stir 1 tbsp honey into 30 ml fresh lemon juice and pour it in.","Fill with ice, add 150 ml cold water and stir well.","Garnish with a cucumber ribbon and a lemon wheel.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside light snacks like veg sandwiches or hummus and pita."]},{"n":"Lychee Rose Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f6cdd6","z":"lemon","ing":["lychee juice","lemon","rose syrup / grenadine"],"opt":["lychee"],"steps":["Pour 120 ml lychee juice and 20 ml fresh lemon juice into a tall glass.","Add 10 ml rose syrup and stir for 5 seconds.","Fill with ice and top with 60 ml cold water.","Garnish with a lemon wheel, and a peeled lychee on a pick if you have one.","Serve chilled right away with a straw, alongside light snacks like spring rolls or butter cookies."]},{"n":"Apple Cinnamon Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e3bf7f","z":"lemon","ing":["apple juice","lemon","cinnamon"],"opt":["apple"],"steps":["Add 120 ml apple juice, 25 ml fresh lemon juice and a pinch of cinnamon to a shaker.","Add ice and shake for 10 seconds.","Strain into an ice-filled tall glass and top with 60 ml cold water.","Garnish with thin apple slices and a light dusting of cinnamon.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside oat cookies or a slice of banana bread."]},{"n":"Elderflower Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f1ecd0","z":"lemon","ing":["elderflower syrup","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Pour 20 ml elderflower syrup and 25 ml fresh lemon juice into a tall glass.","Fill with ice and top with 150 ml soda water.","Stir gently for 5 seconds.","Garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is bubbly, alongside cucumber sandwiches or scones."]},{"n":"Pink Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f8a5b8","z":"lemon","ing":["lemon","cranberry juice","sugar"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp sugar into 30 ml fresh lemon juice in a tall glass until dissolved.","Add 40 ml cranberry juice and fill the glass with ice.","Top with 130 ml cold water and stir well.","Garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside popcorn or a slice of sponge cake."]},{"n":"Frozen Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7f0b5","z":"lemon","ing":["lemon","sugar"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Add 40 ml fresh lemon juice, 4 tsp sugar and 60 ml cold water to a blender.","Add 8 ice cubes.","Blend for 30 seconds until smooth and slushy.","Pour into a tall glass and garnish with a lemon wheel, plus a mint leaf if using.","Serve immediately with a wide straw and a spoon, before the slush melts, alongside salted chips."]},{"n":"Berry Cube Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3c6d3","z":"berry","ing":["lemonade","raspberries","blueberries"],"steps":["Put 1 raspberry or blueberry in each section of an ice cube tray, top with water and freeze for 3 hours.","Fill a tall glass with 6 berry ice cubes.","Pour in 180 ml lemonade.","Stir gently; the berries colour and flavour the drink as the cubes melt.","Serve right away with a straw so guests can watch the berry cubes melt, alongside butter biscuits."]},{"n":"Raspberry Ginger Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#c2185b","z":"berry","ing":["raspberries","ginger","lemon","honey"],"steps":["Muddle 10 raspberries and 2 thin ginger slices in a shaker for 15 seconds.","Add 20 ml fresh lemon juice, 2 tsp honey and 30 ml cold water.","Fill with ice and shake for 12 seconds.","Double strain over crushed ice in a short glass. Garnish with 2 raspberries.","Serve right away with a short straw, before the crushed ice melts, alongside salted nuts."]},{"n":"Peach Mint Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f4a460","z":"mint","ing":["peach","mint","lemon","honey"],"steps":["Muddle half a chopped ripe peach with 6 mint leaves in a shaker for 15 seconds.","Add 20 ml fresh lemon juice and 2 tsp honey.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Double strain over crushed ice in a short glass. Garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a short straw while the crushed ice is fresh, alongside cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Pomegranate Orange Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#c0392b","z":"orange","ing":["pomegranate","orange","honey"],"steps":["Muddle 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds and 2 orange wedges in a short glass for 15 seconds.","Add 2 tsp honey and 30 ml cold water and stir until mixed.","Pack the glass with crushed ice and stir for 10 seconds.","Top with more crushed ice and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a short straw, alongside roasted makhana or salted cashews."]},{"n":"Kiwi Coriander Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#9bc53d","z":"lime","ing":["kiwi","coriander","lime","honey"],"opt":["green chilli"],"steps":["Muddle 1 peeled kiwi and 6 coriander leaves in a shaker for 15 seconds.","Add 20 ml fresh lime juice, 2 tsp honey and 30 ml cold water.","Fill with ice and shake for 10 seconds.","Strain over crushed ice in a short glass. For heat, muddle 1 thin green chilli slice in step 1.","Serve right away with a short straw and a coriander sprig on top, alongside nachos or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Pineapple Pepper Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f4d03f","z":"none","ing":["pineapple","black pepper","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Muddle 4 fresh pineapple chunks with 2 tsp sugar in a shaker for 15 seconds.","Add 15 ml fresh lime juice, 30 ml cold water and 2 pinches of black pepper.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 10 seconds.","Strain over crushed ice in a short glass and finish with a tiny pinch of pepper on top.","Serve right away with a short straw and a pineapple chunk on the rim, alongside paneer or chicken tikka."]},{"n":"Cherry Lime Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#9b1b30","z":"lime","ing":["cherry","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Pit 8 cherries and muddle them with 2 tsp sugar in a short glass for 15 seconds.","Add 20 ml fresh lime juice and 30 ml cold water. Stir well.","Pack the glass with crushed ice and stir for 10 seconds.","Top with more crushed ice and garnish with a lime wheel and a cherry.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside salted pretzels or chips."]},{"n":"Blueberry Maple Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#4b3f72","z":"berry","ing":["blueberries","lemon","maple syrup"],"steps":["Muddle 15 blueberries with 15 ml maple syrup in a shaker for 15 seconds.","Add 20 ml fresh lemon juice and 30 ml cold water.","Fill with ice and shake for 10 seconds.","Strain over crushed ice in a short glass and garnish with a few blueberries.","Serve right away with a short straw, alongside pancakes, waffles or butter cookies."]},{"n":"Orange Cardamom Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f39c12","z":"orange","ing":["orange","cardamom","lemon","honey"],"steps":["Crack open 2 cardamom pods and muddle the seeds with 3 orange wedges in a shaker.","Add 10 ml fresh lemon juice and 2 tsp honey.","Fill with ice and shake for 12 seconds.","Double strain over crushed ice in a short glass. Garnish with an orange twist.","Serve right away with a short straw, alongside nankhatai or a plate of samosas."]},{"n":"Apple Celery Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#c9dd8a","z":"none","ing":["apple","celery","lemon","honey"],"steps":["Muddle 4 apple slices and a small chopped celery stick (about 5 cm) in a shaker for 20 seconds.","Add 20 ml fresh lemon juice, 2 tsp honey and 30 ml cold water.","Fill with ice and shake hard for 12 seconds.","Double strain over crushed ice in a short glass. Garnish with a thin celery stick.","Serve right away with a short straw, alongside a cheese platter or carrot sticks with dip."]},{"n":"Lychee Ginger Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f3e5dc","z":"lime","ing":["lychee","ginger","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Muddle 4 peeled, seeded lychees and 2 thin ginger slices in a shaker.","Add 15 ml fresh lime juice, 1 tsp sugar and 30 ml cold water.","Fill with ice and shake for 12 seconds.","Strain over crushed ice in a short glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a short straw, alongside crispy spring rolls or chilli potatoes."]},{"n":"Papaya Mint Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#ff9a5a","z":"mint","ing":["papaya","mint","lime","honey"],"steps":["Muddle 5 ripe papaya cubes with 6 mint leaves in a shaker for 15 seconds.","Add 20 ml fresh lime juice, 2 tsp honey and 30 ml cold water.","Fill with ice and shake for 12 seconds.","Double strain over crushed ice in a short glass. Garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a short straw, alongside a fruit chaat or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Grape Lemon Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#6c3483","z":"lemon","ing":["grapes","lemon","honey"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Muddle 10 seedless grapes with 2 tsp honey in a short glass for 15 seconds.","Add 20 ml fresh lemon juice and 30 ml cold water. Stir well.","Pack the glass with crushed ice and stir for 10 seconds.","Garnish with a lemon wheel and 2 grapes on a pick. Add a mint leaf if you like.","Serve right away with a short straw before the crushed ice melts, alongside cheese cubes or crackers."]},{"n":"Mosambi Basil Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e8e3a0","z":"none","ing":["sweet lime (mosambi)","basil","honey"],"steps":["Cut 1 sweet lime into wedges and muddle with 4 basil leaves and 2 tsp honey in a shaker.","Add 30 ml cold water and fill with ice.","Shake hard for 12 seconds.","Double strain over crushed ice in a short glass and garnish with a basil leaf.","Serve right away with a short straw, alongside light snacks like dhokla or khakhra."]},{"n":"Guava Chilli Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f28b82","z":"lime","ing":["guava juice","green chilli","lime","salt","soda water"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a tall glass and dip it in salt.","Add 1 thin green chilli slice and 15 ml fresh lime juice, then fill with ice.","Pour in 120 ml guava juice.","Top with 60 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw and a lime wedge on the rim, alongside crispy pakoras or masala fries."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Apple Ginger Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e2c275","z":"lemon","ing":["apple juice","ginger","lemon","ginger ale"],"opt":["apple"],"steps":["Muddle 2 thin slices of fresh ginger in the bottom of a tall glass.","Add 100 ml apple juice and 10 ml fresh lemon juice, then fill with ice.","Top with 80 ml ginger ale.","Stir once and garnish with a lemon wheel and an apple slice.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside roasted peanuts or cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Coconut Pineapple Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3eac0","z":"lime","ing":["coconut water","pineapple juice","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour in 120 ml coconut water and 80 ml pineapple juice.","Add 10 ml fresh lime juice and stir for 10 seconds.","Garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside banana chips or coconut cookies."]},{"n":"Mango Ginger Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ffb347","z":"lime","ing":["mango juice","ginger ale","lime"],"opt":["ginger"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in 100 ml mango juice.","Add 10 ml fresh lime juice.","Top slowly with 90 ml ginger ale and stir gently once.","Garnish with a lime wheel. For extra bite, drop in 1 thin ginger slice before the ice.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside vegetable pakoras or samosas."]},{"n":"Peach Lemon Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#fbc490","z":"lemon","ing":["peach","lemon","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Muddle half a chopped ripe peach with 10 ml fresh lemon juice in a tall glass.","Fill the glass with ice.","Top with 150 ml lemon soda (Sprite/7Up) and stir gently from the bottom.","Garnish with a peach slice and a lemon wheel.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside cheese sandwiches or crackers."]},{"n":"Mosambi Mint Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e9e59c","z":"mint","ing":["sweet lime (mosambi)","mint","soda water"],"opt":["black salt"],"steps":["Squeeze 2 sweet limes to get about 100 ml juice.","Press 6 mint leaves in a tall glass, add the juice and fill with ice.","Top with 80 ml soda water.","Stir gently. Add a pinch of black salt for a tangy finish if you like.","Serve right away with a straw and a mint sprig on top, alongside bhel puri or roasted makhana."]},{"n":"Marmalade Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f0a640","z":"orange","ing":["orange marmalade","orange","tonic water"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp orange marmalade with 15 ml warm water in a tall glass until it melts.","Squeeze in 1 orange wedge, then drop it in.","Fill with ice and top with 150 ml tonic water.","Stir gently and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve straight away with a straw while the tonic is bubbly, alongside cheese toast or scones."],"gar":["orange"]},{"n":"Pomegranate Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b83250","z":"lime","ing":["pomegranate juice","tonic water","lime"],"opt":["pomegranate"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in 60 ml pomegranate juice.","Add 10 ml fresh lime juice.","Top slowly with 120 ml tonic water and stir once.","Garnish with a lime wheel and a spoon of pomegranate seeds if you have them.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside salted cashews or cheese cubes."]},{"n":"Grape Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8e5ea2","z":"none","ing":["grapes","sugar","lime","tonic water"],"steps":["Muddle 8 seedless grapes with 1 tsp sugar in a tall glass for 15 seconds.","Add 10 ml fresh lime juice and fill the glass with ice.","Top with 150 ml tonic water and stir gently.","Garnish with 2 frozen grapes on a pick.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside a cheese platter or crackers."]},{"n":"Guava Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f5a99e","z":"lime","ing":["guava juice","tonic water","lime"],"opt":["black pepper"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in 80 ml guava juice.","Add 10 ml fresh lime juice.","Top slowly with 120 ml tonic water and stir once.","Garnish with a lime wheel. A tiny pinch of black pepper on top adds a nice kick.","Serve right away with a straw while bubbly, alongside spicy snacks like masala corn or aloo chaat."]},{"n":"Cucumber Pepper Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e4f1d4","z":"none","ing":["cucumber","lime","tonic water","black pepper"],"steps":["Muddle 5 cucumber slices in a tall glass for 10 seconds.","Add 10 ml fresh lime juice and fill with ice.","Top with 150 ml tonic water.","Stir gently, then finish with a light grind of black pepper and a cucumber ribbon.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside light snacks like veg sandwiches or hummus and pita."]},{"n":"Papaya Passion Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ff9f55","z":"orange","ing":["papaya","passion fruit","orange juice","soda water"],"steps":["Blend 6 ripe papaya cubes with 80 ml orange juice for 20 seconds.","Pour into an ice-filled tall glass and spoon in the pulp of 1 passion fruit.","Top with 60 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside fresh fruit or a light breakfast like toast and eggs."]},{"n":"Strawberry Coconut Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f6a8b0","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","coconut water","lime","honey"],"steps":["Muddle 3 hulled strawberries with 1 tsp honey in a tall glass for 15 seconds.","Add 10 ml fresh lime juice and fill the glass with ice.","Pour in 150 ml coconut water and stir well.","Garnish with a strawberry on the rim.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside light snacks like fruit salad or butter cookies."]},{"n":"Blueberry Orange Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7d5a8c","z":"orange","ing":["blueberries","orange juice","honey","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 12 blueberries with 1 tsp honey in a tall glass for 15 seconds.","Fill with ice and pour in 100 ml orange juice.","Top with 60 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with an orange slice and a few blueberries.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside muffins or a breakfast spread."]},{"n":"Kiwi Apple Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b9d36c","z":"lime","ing":["kiwi","apple juice","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Blend 1 peeled kiwi with 100 ml apple juice for 15 seconds.","Pour into an ice-filled tall glass and add 10 ml fresh lime juice.","Top with 60 ml soda water and stir gently.","Garnish with a kiwi slice and a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy, alongside salted crackers or a fruit platter."]},{"n":"Cranberry Ginger Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#a8233a","z":"lime","ing":["cranberry juice","ginger ale","lime","orange"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and tuck 2 thin orange slices down the side.","Pour in 80 ml cranberry juice and 10 ml fresh lime juice.","Top with 100 ml ginger ale.","Stir once and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside roasted nuts or cheese and crackers."],"gar":["orange"]},{"n":"Lychee Coconut Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f4f0e6","z":"mint","ing":["lychee juice","coconut water","lime","mint"],"steps":["Press 5 mint leaves gently in a tall glass with a spoon.","Add 10 ml fresh lime juice and fill with ice.","Pour in 80 ml lychee juice and 100 ml coconut water.","Stir well and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside crispy corn or veg spring rolls."]},{"n":"Pineapple Curry Leaf Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f2d35b","z":"none","ing":["pineapple juice","curry leaves","lime","soda water"],"opt":["salt"],"steps":["Crush 6 curry leaves in a tall glass with a spoon to release their aroma.","Add 120 ml pineapple juice and 10 ml fresh lime juice, then fill with ice.","Top with 60 ml soda water.","Stir gently. Add a tiny pinch of salt if you like a savoury edge.","Serve right away with a straw and a curry leaf floating on top, alongside medu vada or banana chips."]},{"n":"Spiced Pineapple Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e8b84a","z":"none","ing":["pineapple juice","brown sugar","cinnamon","lime","soda water"],"opt":["pineapple"],"steps":["Stir 1 tsp brown sugar and a pinch of cinnamon into 20 ml warm water until dissolved.","Pour into a tall glass with 120 ml pineapple juice and 10 ml fresh lime juice.","Fill with ice and top with 60 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with a pineapple wedge if you have one.","Serve straight away with a straw while fizzy, alongside grilled paneer or spicy chicken wings."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Kiwi Grape Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c3d97a","z":"lime","ing":["kiwi","grapes","lime","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Muddle 1 peeled kiwi and 6 green grapes in a tall glass for 15 seconds.","Add 10 ml fresh lime juice and fill with ice.","Top with 150 ml lemon soda (Sprite/7Up).","Stir gently and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside potato chips or a fruit platter."]},{"n":"Mango Lychee Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#fbcf7e","z":"lime","ing":["mango juice","lychee juice","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour in 80 ml mango juice, 80 ml lychee juice and 10 ml fresh lime juice.","Top with 50 ml soda water and stir gently.","Garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside crispy samosas or veg spring rolls."]},{"n":"Watermelon Lychee Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#fdaab4","z":"lime","ing":["watermelon","lychee juice","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Blend 8 seedless watermelon cubes for 15 seconds and strain into a tall glass.","Add 80 ml lychee juice and 10 ml fresh lime juice.","Fill with ice and top with 50 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside a fruit chaat or salted peanuts."]},{"n":"Black Grape Ginger Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#5e2a5c","z":"lemon","ing":["grapes","ginger","lemon","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Muddle 10 black grapes and 2 thin ginger slices in a tall glass for 15 seconds.","Add 10 ml fresh lemon juice and fill with ice.","Top with 150 ml lemon soda (Sprite/7Up).","Stir gently and garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside cheese cubes or roasted cashews."]},{"n":"Coriander Lime Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#dfeab0","z":"lime","ing":["coriander","lime","green chilli","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 8 coriander leaves and 1 thin green chilli slice with 2 tsp sugar in a tall glass.","Add 25 ml fresh lime juice and stir until the sugar dissolves.","Fill with ice and top with 150 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside pani puri or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Coconut Watermelon Refresher","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ffb3ba","z":"lime","ing":["watermelon","coconut water","lime"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Blend 8 seedless watermelon cubes for 15 seconds and strain into a tall glass.","Add 120 ml coconut water and 10 ml fresh lime juice.","Fill with ice and stir well.","Garnish with a lime wheel, plus a mint sprig if you like.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside light snacks like fruit chaat or roasted makhana."]},{"n":"Celery Lemon Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e3eec0","z":"lemon","ing":["celery","lemon","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Blend 1 chopped celery stick with 60 ml cold water for 20 seconds and strain.","In a tall glass, stir 2 tsp sugar into 20 ml fresh lemon juice until dissolved.","Add the celery juice and fill with ice.","Top with 120 ml soda water, stir and garnish with a thin celery stick.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside veg sandwiches or carrot sticks with dip."]},{"n":"Cranberry Orange Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e2483d","z":"orange","ing":["cranberry juice","orange soda","lime"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour in 80 ml cranberry juice and 10 ml fresh lime juice.","Top slowly with 120 ml orange soda.","Stir once and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is bubbly, alongside popcorn or salted chips."]},{"n":"Raspberry Cloud Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f28aa6","z":"berry","ing":["raspberries","lemon","sugar","egg white","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 8 raspberries with 2 tsp sugar in a shaker.","Add 25 ml fresh lemon juice and 1 egg white. Shake without ice for 15 seconds.","Add ice and shake hard for another 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass with 3 ice cubes and slowly top with 60 ml soda water to lift the foam.","Serve immediately while the foam is tall and fluffy, with a straw and a raspberry resting on the foam."]},{"n":"Passion Orange Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7a823","z":"orange","ing":["passion fruit","orange juice","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 2 passion fruits into a tall glass.","Add 1 tsp sugar and 80 ml orange juice. Stir until the sugar dissolves.","Fill with ice and top with 100 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve straight away with a wide straw for the seeds, alongside light snacks like cookies or fruit."]},{"n":"Strawberry Pepper Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e8505b","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","black pepper","lemon","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 3 hulled strawberries with 2 tsp sugar in a tall glass.","Add 15 ml fresh lemon juice and a pinch of black pepper. Stir well.","Fill with ice and top with 150 ml soda water.","Stir gently and finish with a light grind of pepper and a strawberry slice.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside cheese crackers or chocolate cookies."]},{"n":"Blueberry Lavender Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8a76b8","z":"berry","ing":["blueberries","lavender syrup","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 12 blueberries in a tall glass for 10 seconds.","Add 15 ml lavender syrup and 15 ml fresh lemon juice.","Fill with ice and top with 150 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with a few blueberries.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside shortbread or lemon cookies."]},{"n":"Elderflower Apple Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e9dca0","z":"lemon","ing":["apple juice","elderflower syrup","lemon","soda water"],"opt":["apple"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 100 ml apple juice, 15 ml elderflower syrup and 10 ml fresh lemon juice.","Top with 80 ml soda water and stir gently.","Garnish with a thin apple slice and a lemon wheel.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside cucumber sandwiches or cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Lychee Raspberry Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f5b5c4","z":"berry","ing":["lychee juice","raspberries","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Muddle 6 raspberries in the bottom of a tall glass.","Add 100 ml lychee juice and fill with ice.","Top with 80 ml lemon soda (Sprite/7Up).","Stir once and garnish with 2 raspberries.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside butter cookies or cupcakes."]},{"n":"Orange Maple Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f5a442","z":"orange","ing":["orange juice","maple syrup","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Shake 100 ml orange juice, 10 ml maple syrup and 10 ml fresh lemon juice with ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into an ice-filled tall glass.","Top with 80 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with an orange twist.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside pancakes or a weekend brunch."]},{"n":"Guava Ginger Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f49b8b","z":"lime","ing":["guava juice","ginger ale","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in 100 ml guava juice.","Add 15 ml fresh lime juice.","Top with 100 ml ginger ale and stir gently.","Garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside spicy masala peanuts or chaat."]},{"n":"Mosambi Pomegranate Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e6a0a8","z":"none","ing":["sweet lime (mosambi)","pomegranate","honey","soda water"],"steps":["Squeeze 2 sweet limes to get about 100 ml juice and pour it into a tall glass.","Stir in 1 tsp honey and add 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds.","Fill with ice and top with 80 ml soda water.","Stir gently so the seeds float through the glass.","Serve straight away with a straw and a mint sprig on top, alongside dhokla or roasted makhana."],"opt":["mint"]},{"n":"Papaya Ginger Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ffad73","z":"lime","ing":["papaya","ginger ale","lime"],"steps":["Blend 6 ripe papaya cubes with 50 ml cold water for 20 seconds.","Pour into an ice-filled tall glass and add 10 ml fresh lime juice.","Top with 100 ml ginger ale.","Stir gently from the bottom and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside a light breakfast or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Cardamom Grape Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7a3b6e","z":"none","ing":["grape juice","cardamom","sugar","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Crush 2 cardamom pods and steep them in 20 ml warm water with 1 tsp sugar for 2 minutes.","Strain into a tall glass and add 100 ml grape juice and 10 ml fresh lemon juice.","Fill with ice and top with 80 ml soda water.","Stir gently and serve.","Serve straight away with a straw and a lemon wheel on the rim, alongside nankhatai or roasted cashews."]},{"n":"Caramel Apple Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d9a45a","z":"none","ing":["apple juice","caramel syrup","lemon","soda water"],"opt":["apple"],"steps":["Stir 10 ml caramel syrup into 100 ml apple juice in a tall glass.","Add 10 ml fresh lemon juice and fill with ice.","Top with 80 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with a thin apple slice.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside popcorn or cinnamon cookies."]},{"n":"Tamarind Ginger Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9a6a3a","z":"lime","ing":["tamarind paste","sugar","lime","ginger ale"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp tamarind paste with 2 tsp sugar and 30 ml warm water until smooth.","Pour into a tall glass, add 10 ml fresh lime juice and fill with ice.","Top with 150 ml ginger ale.","Stir well and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away with a straw while it is fizzy, alongside samosas or papdi chaat."]},{"n":"Blueberry Cordial Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#55408a","z":"berry","ing":["blueberries","sugar","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Simmer 30 blueberries, 2 tbsp sugar and 60 ml water in a small pan for 5 minutes, mashing the berries.","Strain, stir in 10 ml fresh lemon juice and let it cool. This makes enough for 2 drinks.","Pour half the cordial into an ice-filled tall glass.","Top with 150 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve straight away with a straw and a few fresh blueberries on top, alongside butter cookies or muffins."]},{"n":"Tropical Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#ff9f43","z":"orange","ing":["pineapple juice","orange juice","rose syrup / grenadine","orange soda"],"opt":["pineapple"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Pour 400 ml pineapple juice and 300 ml orange juice into a jug.","Add 40 ml grenadine and stir well.","Add a handful of ice and 300 ml orange soda just before serving.","Stir gently, add pineapple chunks if you have them, and pour into 4 ice-filled glasses.","Serve the 4 glasses right away with straws and a cocktail umbrella if you have one, alongside nachos."]},{"n":"Berry Patch Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#b8336a","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","blueberries","raspberries","cranberry juice","lime","soda water"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Put 8 halved strawberries, 20 blueberries and 20 raspberries in a jug.","Pour in 400 ml cranberry juice and 30 ml fresh lime juice. Chill for 15 minutes.","Just before serving, add ice and 400 ml soda water.","Stir gently and pour into 4 glasses, spooning some berries into each.","Serve right away with straws and a small spoon for the berries, alongside sandwiches or cupcakes."]},{"n":"Watermelon Kiwi Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#ff8a8a","z":"lime","ing":["watermelon","kiwi","lime","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Blend about 500 ml seedless watermelon cubes for 30 seconds and strain into a jug.","Peel and slice 2 kiwis and add them to the jug with 40 ml fresh lime juice.","Add ice and top with 400 ml lemon soda (Sprite/7Up).","Stir gently and pour into 4 glasses, adding a kiwi slice to each.","Serve the 4 glasses right away with straws while fizzy, alongside fruit chaat or salted chips."]},{"n":"Orchard Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#e7c27d","z":"none","ing":["apple juice","apple","peach","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Thinly slice 1 apple and 1 peach and put them in a jug.","Pour in 500 ml apple juice and 40 ml fresh lemon juice. Chill for 20 minutes.","Add ice and 300 ml soda water just before serving.","Stir gently and pour into 4 glasses with a few fruit slices in each.","Serve right away with straws and a spoon for the fruit, alongside cheese crackers or cookies."]},{"n":"Pomegranate Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#a3213b","z":"orange","ing":["pomegranate juice","orange juice","orange","ginger ale"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Pour 400 ml pomegranate juice and 300 ml orange juice into a jug.","Add 1 sliced orange and stir.","Add ice, then top with 300 ml ginger ale.","Stir gently and pour into 4 glasses with an orange slice in each.","Serve right away with straws while it is still fizzy, alongside roasted nuts or party snacks."]},{"n":"Island Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#ffc15e","z":"lime","ing":["coconut water","mango juice","passion fruit","lime"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Scoop the pulp of 3 passion fruits into a jug.","Add 400 ml mango juice, 400 ml coconut water and 40 ml fresh lime juice.","Stir well for 15 seconds and add plenty of ice.","Pour into 4 glasses and garnish each with a lime wheel.","Serve the 4 glasses ice-cold right away with straws, alongside banana chips or coconut cookies."]},{"n":"Citrus Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f8d36b","z":"orange","ing":["orange","sweet lime (mosambi)","lemon","honey","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Squeeze 3 oranges, 3 sweet limes and 1 lemon into a jug (about 450 ml juice).","Stir in 2 tbsp honey until dissolved.","Add ice and 400 ml lemon soda (Sprite/7Up).","Stir gently and pour into 4 glasses with an orange slice in each.","Serve right away with straws while it is fizzy, alongside sandwiches or vegetable pakoras."]},{"n":"Warm Cranberry Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#8e1b2c","z":"orange","ing":["cranberry juice","apple juice","cinnamon","cloves","orange"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Pour 500 ml cranberry juice and 300 ml apple juice into a saucepan.","Add 1 cinnamon stick, 4 cloves and 3 orange slices.","Warm on low heat for 8 minutes without boiling.","Remove the spices, pour into a heatproof jug and serve warm in 4 mugs.","Serve warm right away with a cinnamon stick in each mug, alongside plum cake or ginger biscuits."],"h":1},{"n":"Fruit Salad Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f6c36b","z":"orange","ing":["orange juice","apple","kiwi","grapes","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Dice 1 apple and 1 peeled kiwi and add them to a jug with 15 halved grapes.","Pour in 400 ml orange juice and stir.","Add ice and top with 400 ml lemon soda (Sprite/7Up).","Stir gently and serve in 4 glasses with a spoon for the fruit.","Serve right away with straws too, while it is still fizzy, alongside sandwiches or popcorn."]},{"n":"Pink Guava Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f3a39a","z":"lime","ing":["guava juice","pineapple juice","lime","soda water"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Pour 500 ml guava juice and 300 ml pineapple juice into a jug.","Add 40 ml fresh lime juice and stir well.","Add ice and top with 300 ml soda water.","Stir gently and pour into 4 glasses, each with a lime wheel.","Serve right away with straws while fizzy, alongside spicy snacks like masala corn or aloo tikki."]},{"n":"Harvest Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#8a4a6a","z":"none","ing":["grape juice","apple juice","cinnamon","lemon","soda water"],"opt":["apple"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Pour 400 ml grape juice and 400 ml apple juice into a jug.","Add a pinch of cinnamon and 30 ml fresh lemon juice. Stir well.","Add ice and 200 ml soda water.","Stir and pour into 4 glasses, adding thin apple slices if you have them.","Serve right away with straws while it is fizzy, alongside roasted nuts or oat cookies."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Cucumber Lemon Water","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#eef5e0","z":"lemon","ing":["cucumber","lemon","mint"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Thinly slice half a cucumber and 1 lemon.","Add the slices and 10 mint leaves to a jug with 1000 ml cold water.","Chill in the fridge for 2 hours to infuse.","Pour over ice into 4 glasses.","Serve chilled with a lemon slice and a mint leaf in each glass, alongside a light lunch or salad."]},{"n":"Strawberry Basil Water","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f9d3d6","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","basil","lime"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Slice 8 strawberries and half a lime.","Add them to a jug with 6 basil leaves and 1000 ml cold water.","Chill for 2 hours, then stir gently.","Pour over ice into 4 glasses.","Serve chilled with a strawberry slice in each glass, and keep the jug in the fridge between pours."]},{"n":"Citrus Mint Water","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f7efc8","z":"orange","ing":["orange","lemon","lime","mint"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Thinly slice 1 orange, 1 lemon and 1 lime.","Add the slices and 10 mint leaves to a jug with 1000 ml cold water.","Chill in the fridge for 2 hours.","Serve over ice in 4 glasses. Refill the jug with water once for a lighter second round.","Serve chilled with a mint leaf and a citrus slice in each glass, alongside a light salad or sandwiches."]},{"n":"Sparkling Grape","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#7b2d5b","z":"none","ing":["grape juice","grapes","soda water","lime"],"steps":["Freeze 6 grapes for at least 1 hour to use as ice.","Put the frozen grapes in a wine glass and add 100 ml grape juice.","Top with 80 ml soda water.","Squeeze in a small lime wedge and stir gently.","Serve straight away without a straw, holding the glass by the stem, alongside cheese and crackers."],"gar":["lime"]},{"n":"Strawberry Elderflower Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f2a0a8","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","elderflower syrup","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 2 hulled strawberries in a wine glass.","Add 15 ml elderflower syrup and 10 ml fresh lemon juice.","Fill with ice and top with 120 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with a strawberry slice.","Serve straight away without a straw while it is fizzy, alongside cheese crackers or bruschetta."]},{"n":"Watermelon Rose Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#ff8fa3","z":"lime","ing":["watermelon","rose syrup / grenadine","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Blend 6 seedless watermelon cubes for 15 seconds and strain into a wine glass.","Add 10 ml rose syrup and 10 ml fresh lime juice.","Fill with ice and top with 80 ml soda water.","Stir gently and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve straight away without a straw while it is fizzy, alongside salted cashews or potato chips."]},{"n":"Peach Blossom","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#fbd0b0","z":"none","ing":["peach","lychee juice","lemon","honey"],"steps":["Blend half a ripe peach with 20 ml cold water for 15 seconds.","Add the puree, 60 ml lychee juice, 10 ml fresh lemon juice and 1 tsp honey to a shaker.","Fill with ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.","Serve immediately, well chilled and without ice or a straw, with a thin peach slice on the rim."]},{"n":"Cherry Velvet","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#9e2a3a","z":"berry","ing":["cherry","lemon","vanilla essence","egg white","sugar"],"steps":["Muddle 6 pitted cherries with 2 tsp sugar in a shaker.","Add 20 ml fresh lemon juice, 2 drops vanilla essence and 1 egg white.","Shake without ice for 15 seconds, then add ice and shake for 15 seconds more.","Double strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a cherry.","Serve immediately while the foam is thick, without a straw, alongside dark chocolate or butter cookies."]},{"n":"Mango Ruby","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ffa54f","z":"none","ing":["mango","lime","pomegranate juice"],"steps":["Blend the flesh of 1 ripe mango with 60 ml cold water and 10 ml fresh lime juice for 20 seconds.","Pour the mango puree into a tall glass and gently add ice on top.","Slowly pour 80 ml pomegranate juice over the back of a spoon so it sits on top.","Serve with a straw and stir just before drinking.","Serve unstirred straight to the table so the red and gold layers show, alongside spicy samosas."]},{"n":"Kiwi Berry Stripes","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9ac24a","z":"berry","ing":["kiwi","strawberries","sugar","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Mash 1 peeled kiwi with 1 tsp sugar. In another bowl, mash 3 strawberries with 1 tsp sugar.","Spoon the strawberry mash into a tall glass, then add ice.","Spoon the kiwi mash over the ice to make a green layer.","Slowly pour in 120 ml lemon soda (Sprite/7Up) and stir before drinking.","Serve unstirred straight to the table so the red and green layers show, alongside butter cookies."]},{"n":"Cranberry Peach Stripe","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e86a5a","z":"none","ing":["peach","honey","cranberry juice"],"steps":["Blend 1 chopped ripe peach with 40 ml cold water and 1 tsp honey for 20 seconds.","Pour the peach puree into a tall glass and gently fill with ice.","Slowly pour 100 ml cranberry juice over the back of a spoon so it floats on top.","Serve with a straw and stir before drinking.","Serve unstirred straight to the table so the layers show, alongside salted crackers or cookies."]},{"n":"Pineapple Agua Fresca","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7dc6f","z":"lime","ing":["pineapple","lime","sugar"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Blend 10 fresh pineapple chunks with 250 ml cold water and 2 tsp sugar for 30 seconds.","Strain through a sieve into a jug, pressing the pulp.","Stir in 15 ml fresh lime juice.","Pour over ice in a tall glass. Add a mint sprig if you like.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside tacos, nachos or spicy chaat."]},{"n":"Cucumber Agua Fresca","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d4eac0","z":"lime","ing":["cucumber","lime","sugar"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Peel and chop 1 small cucumber. Blend with 200 ml cold water and 2 tsp sugar for 30 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass through a sieve.","Stir in 20 ml fresh lime juice.","Add ice and garnish with a lime wheel, plus a mint leaf if using.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside spicy snacks like nachos or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Papaya Agua Fresca","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ffa970","z":"lime","ing":["papaya","lime","honey"],"steps":["Blend 8 ripe papaya cubes with 200 ml cold water and 2 tsp honey for 30 seconds.","Strain through a sieve for a smoother drink, or leave it thick.","Stir in 15 ml fresh lime juice.","Pour over ice in a tall glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw, stirring once before sipping, alongside spicy pakoras or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Strawberry Agua Fresca","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f47a85","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Blend 8 hulled strawberries with 250 ml cold water and 3 tsp sugar for 30 seconds.","Strain through a sieve into a jug.","Stir in 15 ml fresh lime juice.","Pour over ice in a tall glass and garnish with a strawberry slice.","Serve right away with a straw while ice-cold, alongside salted chips or a light fruit chaat."]},{"n":"Tamarind Agua Fresca","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8b5a2b","z":"lime","ing":["tamarind paste","sugar","lime"],"steps":["Stir 1 tbsp tamarind paste with 3 tsp sugar and 50 ml warm water until smooth.","Add 150 ml cold water and stir well.","Squeeze in 10 ml fresh lime juice.","Pour over ice in a tall glass, add a pinch of cinnamon if you like, and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve ice-cold with a straw, stirring once before sipping, alongside spicy samosas or chaat."],"opt":["cinnamon"],"al":["Agua de Tamarindo"]},{"n":"Watermelon Chilli Shooter","t":"mocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#ff5e6c","z":"none","ing":["watermelon","green chilli","lime","salt"],"steps":["Blend 5 seedless watermelon cubes for 10 seconds and strain.","Mix 40 ml of the juice with 5 ml fresh lime juice.","Rub a shot glass rim with lime and dip it in salt mixed with a pinch of very finely chopped green chilli.","Pour in the watermelon mix and serve chilled.","Serve within 2 minutes and drink it in one go, with a lime wedge on the side to bite after."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Passion Fruit Shooter","t":"mocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#f7b733","z":"none","ing":["passion fruit","pineapple juice","lime"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 1 passion fruit into a shaker.","Add 30 ml pineapple juice and 5 ml fresh lime juice.","Add ice and shake for 10 seconds.","Strain into a shot glass and serve.","Serve straight away while ice-cold and drink it in one go, with a napkin as the pulp can drip."]},{"n":"Spiced Apple Warmer","t":"mocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#c98b3d","z":"orange","ing":["apple juice","cinnamon","cloves","orange"],"steps":["Pour 200 ml apple juice into a small saucepan.","Add 1 cinnamon stick, 3 cloves and 2 orange slices.","Warm on low heat for 5 minutes without boiling.","Strain into a mug and garnish with a fresh orange slice.","Serve hot right away, holding the mug by its handle, with a ginger biscuit or slice of fruit cake on the side."]},{"n":"Hot Spiced Orange","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e8892a","z":"orange","ing":["orange juice","cinnamon","star anise","honey"],"steps":["Pour 180 ml orange juice into a small saucepan.","Add 1 cinnamon stick and 1 star anise.","Warm on low heat for 4 minutes until steaming, not boiling.","Remove the spices, stir in 1 tsp honey and pour into a heatproof short glass.","Serve warm within 5 minutes on a coaster or napkin so the hot glass is easy to hold, with a butter biscuit."],"h":1},{"n":"Hot Honey Lemon","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f4e3a1","z":"lemon","ing":["lemon","honey"],"opt":["ginger"],"steps":["Heat 180 ml water until steaming hot, not boiling.","Stir in 1 tbsp honey and 20 ml fresh lemon juice.","Optional: add 2 thin ginger slices and let it sit for 2 minutes.","Pour into a heatproof short glass and add a lemon slice.","Serve hot right away on a coaster, sipping slowly, with a couple of plain biscuits on the side."],"h":1},{"n":"Warm Pomegranate Ginger","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#9c1f3a","z":"none","ing":["pomegranate juice","ginger","cinnamon","honey"],"steps":["Pour 180 ml pomegranate juice into a small saucepan.","Add 3 thin ginger slices and 1 cinnamon stick.","Warm on low heat for 4 minutes without boiling.","Strain into a heatproof short glass and stir in 1 tsp honey.","Serve warm within 5 minutes on a saucer, with a fresh cinnamon stick to stir and a few roasted almonds."],"h":1},{"n":"Watermelon Ginger Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ff6b7a","z":"lime","ing":["watermelon","ginger","lime","honey"],"steps":["Add 10 seedless watermelon cubes, 1 tsp grated ginger, 10 ml fresh lime juice and 2 tsp honey to a blender.","Add 6 ice cubes.","Blend for 30 seconds until slushy.","Pour into a tall glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve immediately with a wide straw before it melts, alongside salted peanuts or masala chips."]},{"n":"Mango Coconut Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ffc04d","z":"none","ing":["mango","coconut water","honey"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Add the flesh of 1 ripe mango, 120 ml coconut water and 2 tsp honey to a blender.","Add 6 ice cubes and blend for 30 seconds until thick and smooth.","Taste and blend in 5 ml lime juice if you want it brighter.","Pour into a tall glass and serve with a wide straw.","Serve within 2 minutes before it melts, with a spoon for the thick bits and some salted cashews on the side."]},{"n":"Strawberry Orange Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f26b5b","z":"orange","ing":["strawberries","orange juice","honey"],"steps":["Add 6 hulled strawberries, 120 ml orange juice and 2 tsp honey to a blender.","Add 6 ice cubes and blend for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass.","Garnish with an orange wheel.","Serve immediately with a wide straw before it melts, alongside a few butter cookies."]},{"n":"Blueberry Lemon Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#6a5acd","z":"lemon","ing":["blueberries","lemon","honey"],"steps":["Add 20 blueberries, 20 ml fresh lemon juice, 2 tsp honey and 80 ml cold water to a blender.","Add 6 ice cubes and blend for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass.","Garnish with a lemon wheel and a few blueberries.","Serve straight away with a wide straw and a long spoon, before the slush melts and separates."]},{"n":"Mixed Berry Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9b2d5a","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","blueberries","raspberries","apple juice","honey"],"steps":["Add 4 strawberries, 10 blueberries and 10 raspberries to a blender. Frozen berries work well.","Add 100 ml apple juice and 2 tsp honey.","Add 5 ice cubes and blend for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and top with a few whole berries.","Serve immediately with a wide straw and a spoon for the berries, before it melts."]},{"n":"Grape Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#6b2f6b","z":"none","ing":["grapes","grape juice","lime"],"steps":["Freeze 15 seedless grapes for at least 2 hours.","Blend the frozen grapes with 80 ml grape juice and 10 ml fresh lime juice for 25 seconds.","Pour into a short glass.","Garnish with a fresh grape on a pick.","Serve immediately with a short straw or a spoon before it melts, alongside a few salted crackers."]},{"n":"Cherry Cola Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#5a1a1f","z":"berry","ing":["cherry","cola","lime"],"steps":["Pit 8 cherries and add them to a blender with 5 ml fresh lime juice.","Add 8 ice cubes and 60 ml cola. Pulse for 15 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass.","Slowly top with 60 ml more cola, let the fizz settle and garnish with a cherry.","Serve right away with a wide straw while the fizz is fresh, alongside popcorn or nachos."]},{"n":"Orange Vanilla Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7b25a","z":"orange","ing":["orange juice","vanilla essence","sugar"],"steps":["Add 150 ml orange juice, 2 drops vanilla essence and 2 tsp sugar to a blender.","Add 6 ice cubes and blend for 30 seconds until fluffy.","Pour into a tall glass.","Garnish with an orange wheel.","Serve immediately with a wide straw before the fluffy top melts, alongside butter biscuits."]},{"n":"Lychee Mint Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f1ece4","z":"mint","ing":["lychee","lychee juice","mint","lime"],"steps":["Add 4 peeled, seeded lychees, 80 ml lychee juice and 6 mint leaves to a blender.","Add 10 ml fresh lime juice and 6 ice cubes.","Blend for 30 seconds until slushy.","Pour into a tall glass and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve immediately with a wide straw before it melts, alongside light snacks like veg spring rolls."]},{"n":"Papaya Orange Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ff9248","z":"orange","ing":["papaya","orange juice","lime"],"steps":["Add 8 ripe papaya cubes and 100 ml orange juice to a blender.","Add 10 ml fresh lime juice and 5 ice cubes.","Blend for 30 seconds until smooth.","Pour into a tall glass and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve straight away with a wide straw before it melts, alongside a bowl of roasted makhana."]},{"n":"Passion Mango Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ffb52e","z":"none","ing":["passion fruit","mango juice","lime"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 2 passion fruits into a blender.","Add 120 ml mango juice, 10 ml fresh lime juice and 6 ice cubes.","Blend for 20 seconds. The seeds add a little crunch.","Pour into a tall glass and serve with a wide straw.","Serve within 2 minutes before it melts, with a napkin and a small bowl of salted nuts on the side."]},{"n":"Pomegranate Lime Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b0173d","z":"lime","ing":["pomegranate juice","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Pour 100 ml pomegranate juice into an ice cube tray and freeze for 3 hours.","Put the pomegranate cubes in a blender with 20 ml fresh lime juice, 2 tsp sugar and 50 ml cold water.","Blend for 20 seconds until slushy.","Pour into a tall glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve immediately with a wide straw before it melts, alongside spicy aloo tikki or chips."]},{"n":"Banana Pineapple Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f9e07f","z":"none","ing":["banana","pineapple juice","lime"],"steps":["Peel and slice 1 ripe banana and freeze for 1 hour (or use it fresh with 2 extra ice cubes).","Blend the banana with 120 ml pineapple juice and 10 ml fresh lime juice.","Add 5 ice cubes and blend for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and serve.","Serve immediately with a wide straw and a pineapple wedge on the rim, before it melts."]},{"n":"Guava Berry Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f27c8a","z":"berry","ing":["guava juice","strawberries","lime"],"steps":["Add 120 ml guava juice and 4 hulled strawberries to a blender.","Add 10 ml fresh lime juice and 6 ice cubes.","Blend for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and garnish with a strawberry.","Serve immediately with a wide straw before it melts, alongside chaat or salted chips."]},{"n":"Mosambi Ginger Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ece7a2","z":"none","ing":["sweet lime (mosambi)","ginger","honey"],"steps":["Squeeze 2 sweet limes to get about 100 ml juice.","Blend the juice with 1 tsp grated ginger, 2 tsp honey and 6 ice cubes for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass.","Serve straight away with a short straw.","Serve with a lime wedge on the rim and a bowl of masala peanuts, finishing it within 5 minutes before it melts."],"opt":["lime"]},{"n":"Rose Sharbat","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#e8436b","z":"lemon","ing":["rose syrup / grenadine","lemon"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Pour 120 ml rose syrup into a jug.","Add the juice of 1 lemon (about 30 ml) and 800 ml chilled water.","Stir for 20 seconds until the syrup is fully mixed in.","Fill 4 tall glasses with ice, pour, and add a few mint leaves to each if you like.","Serve the 4 glasses right away with straws, alongside crisp samosas or kachori, keeping the jug cold for refills."]},{"n":"Mohabbat ka Sharbat","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f7a1b5","z":"none","ing":["milk","rose syrup / grenadine","watermelon","sugar"],"opt":["cardamom"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Cut about 300 g watermelon into small cubes and remove the seeds.","In a jug, mix 500 ml cold milk, 300 ml chilled water, 100 ml rose syrup and 2 tsp sugar.","Stir for 30 seconds until the sugar dissolves. Add a pinch of cardamom powder if using.","Add the watermelon cubes and plenty of ice. Pour into 4 tall glasses with some cubes in each.","Serve the 4 glasses well chilled with a spoon for the watermelon, alongside spicy pakoras."]},{"n":"Rose Milk","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f4b6c7","z":"none","ing":["milk","rose syrup / grenadine","sugar"],"opt":["cardamom"],"steps":["Pour 30 ml rose syrup and 1 tsp sugar into a tall glass.","Add 200 ml very cold milk and stir for 15 seconds until evenly pink.","Add a pinch of cardamom powder if you like, top with ice and serve.","Serve well chilled within 10 minutes with a straw, alongside a few soft biscuits or a slice of cake."]},{"n":"Khus Sharbat","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#3fae4a","z":"lime","ing":["khus syrup","lime"],"opt":["black salt"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Pour 120 ml khus syrup into a jug.","Add the juice of 2 limes (about 40 ml) and 800 ml chilled water.","Stir for 20 seconds. Add a pinch of black salt if you like it tangy.","Pour over ice into 4 tall glasses and garnish with lime slices.","Serve the 4 glasses right away with straws while ice-cold, alongside salted namkeen."]},{"n":"Khus Mint Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#56c15a","z":"mint","ing":["khus syrup","soda water","mint","lime"],"steps":["Put 8 mint leaves and 15 ml lime juice in a tall glass and press gently with a spoon 5 times.","Add 30 ml khus syrup and fill the glass with ice.","Top with 150 ml soda water, stir once gently and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy, alongside spicy pakoras or bhujia."]},{"n":"Khus Milk Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#a8dca0","z":"none","ing":["khus syrup","milk"],"opt":["ice cream"],"steps":["Pour 30 ml khus syrup into a tall glass.","Add 200 ml chilled milk and stir for 15 seconds until it turns pale green.","Add ice. For a dessert version, float 1 small scoop of ice cream on top.","Serve well chilled within 5 minutes with a straw, plus a spoon if you added ice cream."]},{"n":"Khus Watermelon Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e2626b","z":"lime","ing":["khus syrup","watermelon","lime"],"opt":["black salt"],"steps":["Add 250 g seedless watermelon cubes, 20 ml khus syrup and 10 ml lime juice to a blender.","Add 6 ice cubes and blend for 30 seconds until slushy.","Taste and add a pinch of black salt if you want it savoury.","Spoon into a coupe glass and garnish with a thin lime wheel.","Serve immediately with a small spoon before it melts, alongside salted peanuts."]},{"n":"Kokum Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#a2265a","z":"lemon","ing":["kokum syrup","soda water","lemon","chaat masala"],"steps":["Pour 40 ml kokum syrup and 10 ml lemon juice into a tall glass.","Add 1/4 tsp chaat masala and stir until it dissolves.","Fill with ice, top with 150 ml soda water and stir gently once.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside crispy bhajiyas or banana chips."]},{"n":"Kesar Elaichi Sharbat","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f2b134","z":"lemon","ing":["saffron","cardamom","sugar","lemon"],"steps":["Soak 8 saffron strands in 30 ml warm water for 10 minutes until golden.","Stir in 2 tsp sugar and a pinch of cardamom powder until dissolved.","Pour into a tall glass with 10 ml lemon juice and 150 ml chilled water.","Stir, add ice and serve.","Serve ice-cold within 10 minutes with a straw, alongside a sweet like barfi or a few dry fruits."]},{"n":"Santra Sharbat","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7931e","z":"orange","ing":["orange","sugar","black salt","cumin powder"],"steps":["Squeeze 2 oranges to get about 150 ml juice and strain out the seeds.","Stir in 1 tsp sugar, a pinch of black salt and a pinch of roasted cumin powder.","Pour over ice in a tall glass, add 50 ml chilled water and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside spicy chaat or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Kokum Adrak Sharbat","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7d1d3f","z":"none","ing":["kokum syrup","ginger","jaggery","black salt"],"steps":["Grate 1 tsp ginger and squeeze its juice into a tall glass through a tea strainer.","Dissolve 1 tsp grated jaggery in 30 ml warm water and add it to the glass.","Add 30 ml kokum syrup, a pinch of black salt and 150 ml chilled water.","Stir well, add ice and serve.","Serve ice-cold with a straw, stirring once before sipping, alongside poha or crispy bhajiyas."]},{"n":"Gulab Nariyal Pani","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f9c6cf","z":"lime","ing":["coconut water","rose syrup / grenadine","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in 200 ml chilled coconut water.","Add 15 ml rose syrup and 10 ml lime juice.","Stir gently for 10 seconds and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while ice-cold, alongside a light snack like roasted makhana."]},{"n":"Anar Sharbat","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#b3122e","z":"berry","ing":["pomegranate juice","lemon","black salt","cumin powder"],"opt":["pomegranate","mint"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Pour 600 ml chilled pomegranate juice into a jug.","Add 40 ml lemon juice, 1/2 tsp black salt and 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder.","Add 200 ml chilled water and stir for 20 seconds.","Pour over ice into 4 tall glasses. Top with pomegranate seeds and mint if you like.","Serve the 4 glasses right away with straws, alongside aloo tikki or samosas."]},{"n":"Ananas Kali Mirch","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f5d33f","z":"mint","ing":["pineapple juice","black pepper","black salt","mint"],"steps":["Pour 180 ml chilled pineapple juice into a tall glass.","Add 2 pinches of freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of black salt and stir well.","Tear in 4 mint leaves, add ice and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw while ice-cold, alongside spicy pakoras or a fruit chaat."]},{"n":"Thanda Masala Doodh","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f1d9a8","z":"none","ing":["milk","cardamom","nutmeg","cinnamon","sugar"],"opt":["saffron"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Warm 200 ml milk with 4 tbsp sugar, 1/2 tsp cardamom, 2 pinches nutmeg and a pinch of cinnamon.","Stir for 1 minute until the sugar dissolves, then add a few saffron strands if using.","Add 600 ml cold milk, stir and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.","Pour into 4 tall glasses over ice.","Serve the 4 glasses well chilled straight from the fridge, with straws and a plate of mathri or nankhatai."],"gar":["nutmeg","cinnamon"]},{"n":"Jigarthanda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f2c4c4","z":"none","ing":["milk","condensed milk","rose syrup / grenadine","ice cream"],"steps":["Stir 200 ml chilled milk with 2 tbsp condensed milk until smooth.","Pour 15 ml rose syrup into a tall glass and add a few ice cubes.","Pour the milk over the syrup and top with 1 scoop of vanilla ice cream.","Serve with a spoon and a straw.","Serve immediately while ice-cold, before the ice cream melts, on a saucer with a napkin."]},{"n":"Tarbooz Masala Sharbat","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f2545b","z":"lime","ing":["watermelon","lime","chaat masala","black salt"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Blend 1 kg seedless watermelon cubes for 30 seconds until smooth.","Strain into a jug, pressing the pulp with a spoon.","Stir in 40 ml lime juice, 1 tsp chaat masala and 1/2 tsp black salt.","Pour over ice into 4 tall glasses and garnish with lime wedges.","Serve the 4 glasses right away with straws while ice-cold, alongside spicy samosas or bhel puri."]},{"n":"Hara Angoor Sharbat","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b8d36a","z":"mint","ing":["grapes","mint","black salt","lemon"],"opt":["sugar"],"steps":["Blend 20 green grapes, 6 mint leaves and 100 ml cold water for 20 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass, pressing the pulp with a spoon.","Stir in a pinch of black salt, 10 ml lemon juice and 1 tsp sugar if needed.","Add ice and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw while ice-cold, alongside salted cashews or dhokla."]},{"n":"Kashmiri Seb Sharbat","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e8c27a","z":"none","ing":["apple juice","cinnamon","cardamom","lemon"],"opt":["apple"],"steps":["Pour 180 ml chilled apple juice into a tall glass.","Add a pinch of cinnamon, a pinch of cardamom powder and 10 ml lemon juice.","Stir well for 15 seconds, add ice and top with thin apple slices if you have them.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside a few walnuts or dry fruits."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Pahadi Aadu Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7b98a","z":"mint","ing":["peach","honey","black salt","mint"],"opt":["soda water"],"steps":["Peel and chop 1 ripe peach and blend with 1 tsp honey and 120 ml cold water for 20 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and stir in a pinch of black salt.","Add ice and 4 torn mint leaves. Top with 50 ml soda water if you want fizz.","Serve right away with a straw while cold, alongside a light snack like roasted chana."]},{"n":"Barf Gola","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e45a8a","z":"lemon","ing":["rose syrup / grenadine","khus syrup","lemon","chaat masala"],"steps":["Crush 10 ice cubes finely in a blender (pulse 10 times) or wrap in a cloth and bash with a rolling pin.","Pack the crushed ice into a coupe glass and press it into a mound.","Drizzle 15 ml rose syrup on one side and 15 ml khus syrup on the other.","Squeeze over 5 ml lemon juice, sprinkle a pinch of chaat masala and eat with a spoon.","Serve immediately on a small plate with a napkin, before the ice melts into the syrup."]},{"n":"Punjabi Lassi","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#fbf6e9","z":"none","ing":["yogurt / curd","sugar","cardamom"],"opt":["cream"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Add 800 ml chilled thick yogurt, 6 tbsp sugar and 200 ml cold water to a blender.","Add 1/2 tsp cardamom powder and blend for 30 seconds until frothy.","Pour into 4 tall glasses. Top each with 1 tbsp cream for a rich Punjabi finish.","Serve the 4 glasses well chilled right away with a spoon for the cream, alongside aloo parathas."]},{"n":"Namkeen Lassi","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f6f3e8","z":"none","ing":["yogurt / curd","salt","cumin powder","black pepper"],"steps":["Add 200 ml chilled yogurt, 100 ml cold water and 1/4 tsp salt to a blender.","Add 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder and a pinch of black pepper.","Blend for 20 seconds until frothy and pour into a short glass over ice.","Serve well chilled right away, alongside a spicy meal like chole bhature or biryani."]},{"n":"Mango Lassi","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#fbb03b","z":"none","ing":["yogurt / curd","mango","sugar","cardamom"],"opt":["saffron"],"steps":["Peel 1 ripe mango and cut the flesh into chunks (about 150 g).","Blend the mango with 150 ml yogurt, 50 ml cold water, 2 tsp sugar and a pinch of cardamom for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass, add 2 ice cubes and top with a few saffron strands if you like.","Serve well chilled within 10 minutes with a straw, alongside spicy samosas or a light lunch."]},{"n":"Gulabi Lassi","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7b8c8","z":"none","ing":["yogurt / curd","rose syrup / grenadine","sugar"],"steps":["Blend 200 ml chilled yogurt, 25 ml rose syrup, 1 tsp sugar and 50 ml cold water for 20 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass.","Drizzle 5 ml more rose syrup on top for a pink swirl and serve.","Serve well chilled without stirring the pink swirl, with a straw and a few nankhatai biscuits."]},{"n":"Strawberry Lassi","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f48ba0","z":"berry","ing":["yogurt / curd","strawberries","honey"],"steps":["Hull 6 strawberries and cut them in half.","Blend with 200 ml yogurt, 2 tsp honey and 50 ml cold water for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and top with a strawberry half.","Serve well chilled within 10 minutes with a straw, alongside a few butter cookies."]},{"n":"Pineapple Lassi","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f8e08a","z":"none","ing":["yogurt / curd","pineapple","honey"],"opt":["black pepper"],"steps":["Chop 2 thick slices of fresh pineapple (about 120 g), removing the hard core.","Blend with 180 ml yogurt, 2 tsp honey and 50 ml cold water for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass with 2 ice cubes. A pinch of black pepper on top adds a nice kick.","Serve well chilled right away with a straw, alongside a spicy snack like pakoras."]},{"n":"Papaya Lassi","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f99a5b","z":"lime","ing":["yogurt / curd","papaya","honey","lime"],"steps":["Blend 150 g ripe papaya chunks, 150 ml yogurt, 2 tsp honey and 10 ml lime juice for 30 seconds.","Add 50 ml cold water if it is too thick and blend 5 seconds more.","Pour into a tall glass over 2 ice cubes.","Serve well chilled right away with a straw, alongside a light breakfast like poha or toast."]},{"n":"Thandai Lassi","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f2e2b5","z":"none","ing":["yogurt / curd","thandai syrup"],"opt":["saffron"],"steps":["Blend 200 ml chilled yogurt, 30 ml thandai syrup and 50 ml cold water for 20 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and sprinkle a few saffron strands on top.","Serve well chilled with a straw, alongside festive sweets like gujiya or barfi."]},{"n":"Gur Lassi","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e6cfa0","z":"none","ing":["yogurt / curd","jaggery","cardamom"],"steps":["Dissolve 2 tbsp grated jaggery in 40 ml warm water and let it cool.","Blend the jaggery water with 200 ml yogurt and a pinch of cardamom for 20 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass over ice.","Serve well chilled with a straw, stirring once before sipping, alongside a stuffed paratha."]},{"n":"Nariyal Lassi","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7f4ec","z":"none","ing":["yogurt / curd","coconut milk","sugar","cardamom"],"steps":["Blend 150 ml yogurt, 80 ml coconut milk, 2 tsp sugar and a pinch of cardamom for 20 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass with ice and serve.","Serve well chilled within 10 minutes with a straw, alongside banana chips or a light dosa."]},{"n":"Anar Lassi","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e57a95","z":"berry","ing":["yogurt / curd","pomegranate juice","sugar"],"opt":["pomegranate"],"steps":["Blend 180 ml yogurt, 80 ml pomegranate juice and 1 tsp sugar for 20 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and top with 1 tbsp pomegranate seeds if you have them.","Serve well chilled with a straw and a small spoon for the seeds, alongside a few salted crackers."]},{"n":"Amrood Lassi","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f6b8b0","z":"none","ing":["yogurt / curd","guava juice","chaat masala"],"steps":["Wet the rim of a tall glass with a little water and dip it in chaat masala.","Blend 150 ml yogurt, 100 ml guava juice and 1/4 tsp chaat masala for 20 seconds.","Pour carefully into the glass over ice.","Serve well chilled right away, sipping from the masala rim, alongside spicy samosas or chaat."]},{"n":"Piyush","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f6dc8e","z":"none","ing":["yogurt / curd","buttermilk (chaas)","saffron","cardamom","nutmeg","sugar"],"steps":["Soak 6 saffron strands in 1 tbsp warm water for 10 minutes.","Whisk 100 ml thick yogurt with 2 tbsp sugar until smooth and glossy.","Whisk in 100 ml buttermilk, the saffron water, a pinch of cardamom and a pinch of nutmeg.","Chill for 15 minutes and serve in a short glass.","Serve well chilled with a small spoon, alongside puran poli or a few crisp puris."],"gar":["nutmeg"]},{"n":"Chocolate Lassi","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8a5a3c","z":"none","ing":["yogurt / curd","chocolate syrup","cocoa powder"],"opt":["ice cream"],"steps":["Blend 200 ml chilled yogurt, 30 ml chocolate syrup, 1 tsp cocoa powder and 50 ml cold water for 20 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass.","Top with a small scoop of ice cream if you want it extra rich.","Serve well chilled right away with a straw, plus a spoon if you added ice cream."]},{"n":"Litchi Lassi","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f8ecea","z":"none","ing":["yogurt / curd","lychee","lychee juice"],"opt":["rose syrup / grenadine"],"steps":["Peel and stone 6 lychees.","Blend with 150 ml yogurt and 80 ml lychee juice for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass with 2 ice cubes. Add 5 ml rose syrup on top for colour if you like.","Serve well chilled within 10 minutes with a straw, alongside a slice of sponge cake."]},{"n":"Masala Chaas","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#eef1df","z":"none","ing":["buttermilk (chaas)","cumin powder","black salt","coriander","green chilli","ginger"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Blend 2 tbsp coriander leaves, 1 green chilli and 1 tsp chopped ginger with 50 ml water.","Pour 900 ml chilled buttermilk into a jug and stir in the green paste.","Add 1 tsp roasted cumin powder and 1 tsp black salt and whisk for 20 seconds.","Pour over ice into 4 tall glasses.","Serve the 4 glasses chilled alongside lunch, especially rajma chawal or a spicy biryani."]},{"n":"Pudina Chaas","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#dcefd0","z":"mint","ing":["buttermilk (chaas)","mint","cumin powder","salt"],"steps":["Crush 10 mint leaves with a pinch of salt in the base of a short glass.","Pour in 200 ml chilled buttermilk and add 1/4 tsp roasted cumin powder.","Stir well for 15 seconds, add ice and garnish with a mint leaf.","Serve chilled right away alongside a heavy meal like dal makhani with rice or parathas."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Neer Mor","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f1f3e6","z":"none","ing":["buttermilk (chaas)","curry leaves","ginger","green chilli","salt"],"opt":["coriander"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Crush 10 curry leaves, 1 tsp chopped ginger and 1 green chilli together with a spoon or mortar.","Pour 600 ml buttermilk and 400 ml chilled water into a jug.","Add the crushed mix and 1 tsp salt and stir for 20 seconds.","Rest 10 minutes so the flavours infuse, then pour into 4 glasses over ice. Add chopped coriander if you like.","Serve the 4 glasses chilled alongside a South Indian meal like curd rice, sambar rice or dosa."]},{"n":"Kheera Chaas","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e2f0d3","z":"none","ing":["buttermilk (chaas)","cucumber","cumin powder","black salt"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Peel and chop half a cucumber (about 100 g).","Blend it with 200 ml buttermilk, 1/4 tsp roasted cumin powder and a pinch of black salt for 20 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass over ice. Add a mint leaf on top if you like.","Serve chilled right away with lunch, especially a spicy biryani or chole rice."]},{"n":"Chaas Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3f4ea","z":"none","ing":["buttermilk (chaas)","soda water","chaat masala","black salt"],"steps":["Pour 150 ml chilled buttermilk into a tall glass.","Stir in 1/4 tsp chaat masala and a pinch of black salt.","Add 2 ice cubes and slowly top with 80 ml soda water. It foams up, so pour gently.","Serve right away with a straw while it still foams, alongside spicy samosas or kachori."]},{"n":"Jaljeera Chaas","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#dfe6c8","z":"mint","ing":["buttermilk (chaas)","jaljeera powder","mint"],"steps":["Whisk 1 tsp jaljeera powder into 200 ml chilled buttermilk for 15 seconds.","Pour into a short glass over ice.","Garnish with 2 mint leaves and serve.","Serve chilled with a spicy lunch like chole bhature, sipping slowly to help digestion."]},{"n":"Kokum Chaas","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e7b6c4","z":"none","ing":["buttermilk (chaas)","kokum syrup","cumin powder","salt"],"steps":["Pour 180 ml chilled buttermilk into a short glass.","Stir in 20 ml kokum syrup, a pinch of roasted cumin powder and a pinch of salt.","Mix for 15 seconds until evenly pink, add ice and serve.","Serve chilled right away with a simple meal like dal rice or a light khichdi."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Kali Mirch Chaas","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#efefe4","z":"none","ing":["buttermilk (chaas)","black pepper","ginger","salt"],"steps":["Grate 1/2 tsp ginger into a short glass.","Add 200 ml chilled buttermilk, 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of salt.","Stir for 15 seconds, add ice and dust with one more pinch of pepper.","Serve chilled right away alongside a heavy meal like rajma chawal or chole bhature."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Lebu Ghol","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f0f2dc","z":"lime","ing":["buttermilk (chaas)","lime","sugar","salt"],"steps":["Finely grate the zest of half a lime into a tall glass.","Add 15 ml lime juice, 2 tsp sugar and a pinch of salt and stir until the sugar dissolves.","Pour in 200 ml chilled buttermilk, whisk with a fork for 15 seconds and add ice.","Serve chilled right away with a straw, alongside a Bengali lunch of rice and dal or some crisp luchi."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Aam Panna","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#c7d36b","z":"mint","ing":["aam panna","cumin powder","black salt","mint"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Pour 200 ml aam panna concentrate into a jug.","Add 800 ml chilled water, 1 tsp roasted cumin powder and 1/2 tsp black salt.","Stir for 20 seconds and tear in 10 mint leaves.","Pour over ice into 4 tall glasses.","Serve the 4 glasses ice-cold right away, alongside spicy chaat or samosas on a hot afternoon."]},{"n":"Aam Panna Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d4dc7a","z":"lime","ing":["aam panna","soda water","chaat masala","lime"],"steps":["Pour 50 ml aam panna concentrate into a tall glass with ice.","Add 10 ml lime juice and 1/4 tsp chaat masala and stir.","Top with 150 ml soda water and stir gently once.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, with a mint sprig on top and masala peanuts on the side."],"opt":["mint"]},{"n":"Aam Panna Coconut Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#dfe3a6","z":"mint","ing":["aam panna","coconut water","mint"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour in 40 ml aam panna concentrate and 180 ml chilled coconut water.","Stir for 10 seconds and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw while ice-cold, alongside a light snack like dhokla."],"gar":["mint"]},{"n":"Aam Panna Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#cfe08a","z":"mint","ing":["aam panna","black salt","mint"],"steps":["Add 50 ml aam panna concentrate, 50 ml water, 4 mint leaves and a pinch of black salt to a blender.","Add 8 ice cubes and blend for 30 seconds until slushy.","Spoon into a coupe glass and serve straight away.","Serve with a small spoon and a napkin, eating it within 5 minutes before it melts."]},{"n":"Mirchi Panna","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#c9d45e","z":"none","ing":["aam panna","green chilli","black salt","cumin powder"],"steps":["Slit 1 green chilli and press it in the base of a short glass with a spoon 5 times.","Add 50 ml aam panna concentrate, a pinch of black salt and a pinch of roasted cumin powder.","Pour in 120 ml chilled water, stir, add ice and serve.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, leaving the chilli at the bottom, alongside crispy papad."]},{"n":"Aam Panna Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b98a3a","z":"lemon","ing":["aam panna","black tea","lemon"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Brew 1 tea bag in 150 ml hot water for 3 minutes, remove the bag and cool completely.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 40 ml aam panna concentrate.","Pour in the cooled tea and 10 ml lemon juice, stir, and add a few mint leaves if you have them.","Serve ice-cold with a straw and a lemon slice on the rim, alongside a few salted biscuits."]},{"n":"Panna Pineapple Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#e2d65c","z":"mint","ing":["aam panna","pineapple juice","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","mint"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Pour 120 ml aam panna concentrate and 400 ml pineapple juice into a jug.","Tear in 12 mint leaves and stir for 15 seconds.","Just before serving, add 400 ml chilled lemon soda and plenty of ice.","Pour into 4 tall glasses.","Serve the 4 glasses right away with straws while fizzy, alongside party snacks like pakoras."]},{"n":"Panna Ginger Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#d7cf74","z":"lime","ing":["aam panna","ginger ale","ginger","lime"],"steps":["Grate 1/2 tsp ginger into a copper mug.","Add 40 ml aam panna concentrate and 10 ml lime juice, then fill with ice.","Top with 150 ml ginger ale, stir once and garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away while fizzy, with a straw and a small bowl of masala peanuts on the side."]},{"n":"Jaljeera","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#8a8f3c","z":"mint","ing":["jaljeera powder","lemon","mint"],"opt":["tamarind paste"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Add 4 tsp jaljeera powder to a jug with 1 litre chilled water.","Squeeze in 40 ml lemon juice and stir for 30 seconds until the powder dissolves.","Tear in 12 mint leaves. Stir in 1 tsp tamarind paste for a tangier taste.","Pour over ice into 4 tall glasses.","Serve the 4 glasses ice-cold right away, alongside spicy chaat, pani puri or samosas."]},{"n":"Jaljeera Seb Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d6c070","z":"mint","ing":["apple juice","jaljeera powder","soda water","mint"],"steps":["Stir 3/4 tsp jaljeera powder into 120 ml chilled apple juice in a tall glass until dissolved.","Add 4 torn mint leaves and fill the glass with ice.","Top with 100 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside crispy namkeen or bhujia."]},{"n":"Jaljeera Nariyal Pani","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c9c98c","z":"lime","ing":["jaljeera powder","coconut water","lime"],"steps":["Pour 220 ml chilled coconut water into a tall glass.","Stir in 3/4 tsp jaljeera powder and 10 ml lime juice until dissolved.","Add ice and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while ice-cold, alongside a light snack like roasted chana."]},{"n":"Imli Jaljeera","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#6e4a2a","z":"none","ing":["jaljeera powder","tamarind paste","jaggery"],"steps":["Dissolve 1 tsp tamarind paste and 1 tsp grated jaggery in 40 ml warm water.","Stir in 1 tsp jaljeera powder and 120 ml chilled water.","Pour into a short glass over ice.","Serve ice-cold right away, stirring once before sipping, alongside pani puri or bhel."]},{"n":"Jaljeera Kiwi Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9cc25a","z":"none","ing":["kiwi","jaljeera powder","honey"],"steps":["Peel and chop 1 kiwi and mash it well in a tall glass with 1 tsp honey.","Stir in 3/4 tsp jaljeera powder and 180 ml chilled water.","Fill with ice, stir again and serve with a spoon for the fruit.","Serve right away with a straw as well, alongside salted crackers or bhujia."]},{"n":"Thandai","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f3e3b8","z":"none","ing":["thandai syrup","milk","saffron"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Pour 800 ml chilled milk into a jug.","Add 120 ml thandai syrup and stir for 30 seconds.","Crumble in 10 saffron strands and chill for 15 minutes.","Pour over ice into 4 tall glasses.","Serve the 4 glasses well chilled straight away, alongside Holi sweets like gujiya or malpua."]},{"n":"Gulabi Thandai","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f4c3c8","z":"none","ing":["thandai syrup","milk","rose syrup / grenadine"],"steps":["Stir 25 ml thandai syrup and 15 ml rose syrup into 200 ml chilled milk.","Pour into a tall glass over ice.","Drizzle 5 ml more rose syrup on top for a pink swirl.","Serve well chilled without stirring the pink swirl, with a straw and a gujiya on the side."]},{"n":"Mango Thandai","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f6c35a","z":"none","ing":["thandai syrup","milk","mango"],"steps":["Blend the flesh of half a ripe mango (about 100 g) with 150 ml chilled milk for 20 seconds.","Add 25 ml thandai syrup and blend 5 seconds more.","Pour into a tall glass over ice.","Serve well chilled within 10 minutes with a straw, alongside a sweet like barfi or kaju katli."]},{"n":"Thandai Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#efdcae","z":"none","ing":["thandai syrup","milk","ice cream"],"steps":["Add 150 ml cold milk, 25 ml thandai syrup and 2 scoops of vanilla ice cream to a blender.","Blend for 20 seconds until thick and smooth.","Pour into a tall glass and serve with a straw.","Serve immediately while thick and cold, with a long spoon and a couple of butter cookies."]},{"n":"Thandai Cold Coffee","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c9a77a","z":"none","ing":["thandai syrup","cold coffee / espresso","milk"],"steps":["Stir 25 ml thandai syrup into 30 ml espresso (or strong instant coffee).","Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in 150 ml cold milk.","Pour the coffee mix over the milk, stir and serve.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside a slice of cake or a few cookies."]},{"n":"Chocolate Thandai","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9b6b4a","z":"none","ing":["thandai syrup","milk","cocoa powder","chocolate syrup"],"steps":["Whisk 1 tsp cocoa powder into 30 ml warm milk until smooth.","Add 170 ml cold milk, 20 ml thandai syrup and 10 ml chocolate syrup and stir well.","Pour over ice into a tall glass.","Serve well chilled with a straw, alongside chocolate cookies or a slice of brownie."]},{"n":"Kela Thandai","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#efe0b0","z":"none","ing":["thandai syrup","banana","milk"],"steps":["Break 1 ripe banana into a blender.","Add 180 ml cold milk and 20 ml thandai syrup.","Blend for 30 seconds until smooth and pour into a tall glass with 2 ice cubes.","Serve well chilled right away with a straw before the banana darkens, alongside a few dates."]},{"n":"Kulukki Sarbath","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e3eeb0","z":"lime","ing":["lime","green chilli","sugar","soda water"],"opt":["basil"],"steps":["Cut half a lime into 4 wedges and put them in a jar or shaker with 1 slit green chilli and 2 tsp sugar.","Add 100 ml chilled water and a handful of ice, close the lid and shake hard for 20 seconds.","Pour everything into a tall glass and top with 80 ml soda water. Add 2 torn basil leaves if you like.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside Kerala banana chips or pazham pori."]},{"n":"Pineapple Kulukki","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f1d24a","z":"none","ing":["pineapple","green chilli","lime","sugar","black salt"],"steps":["Put 6 small pineapple chunks, 1 slit green chilli, 2 lime wedges and 1 tsp sugar in a jar or shaker.","Add a pinch of black salt, 120 ml chilled water and a handful of ice.","Close and shake hard for 20 seconds, then pour everything into a tall glass.","Serve right away with a straw, fruit and chilli left in, alongside banana chips or spicy mixture."]},{"n":"Kali Mirch Shahad Nimbu","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#efe7a6","z":"lemon","ing":["lemon","honey","black pepper","salt"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp honey into 20 ml warm water until dissolved.","Add 20 ml lemon juice, 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of salt.","Pour into a short glass, add 100 ml chilled water and ice, and stir.","Serve chilled right away with a lemon slice on the rim, alongside salted peanuts."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Dhania Nimbu","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#cfe6a8","z":"lemon","ing":["lemon","coriander","sugar","black salt","soda water"],"steps":["Crush 10 coriander sprigs (leaves and soft stems) with 2 tsp sugar in a tall glass.","Add 20 ml lemon juice and a pinch of black salt and stir.","Fill with ice and top with 150 ml soda water.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside spicy pakoras or samosas."]},{"n":"Curry Patta Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef0b8","z":"lemon","ing":["lemonade","curry leaves","ginger"],"opt":["salt"],"steps":["Tear 8 curry leaves and press them in a tall glass with a spoon to release their aroma.","Grate in 1/2 tsp ginger and fill the glass with ice.","Pour in 200 ml lemonade, stir for 10 seconds and add a pinch of salt if you like.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside a South Indian snack like medu vada or murukku."]},{"n":"Sol Kadhi","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#d98fae","z":"none","ing":["coconut milk","kokum syrup","green chilli","coriander","salt"],"opt":["ginger"],"steps":["Blend 1 small green chilli and 1 tbsp coriander leaves with 30 ml water until smooth.","In a jug, whisk 150 ml coconut milk with 40 ml kokum syrup and a pinch of salt until evenly pink.","Strain in the chilli-coriander water and stir. Add 1/4 tsp grated ginger if you like.","Chill for 15 minutes and serve in a short glass.","Serve chilled after a meal, especially rice and a spicy curry, sipping slowly to help digestion."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Kokum Nariyal Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#d86d8f","z":"mint","ing":["coconut water","kokum syrup","cumin powder","mint"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Pour 800 ml chilled coconut water into a jug.","Add 120 ml kokum syrup and 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder and stir for 20 seconds.","Tear in 10 mint leaves and add ice.","Pour into 4 tall glasses.","Serve the 4 glasses ice-cold right away with straws, alongside banana chips or bhajiyas."]},{"n":"Meetha Sol","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e3a9bf","z":"none","ing":["coconut milk","kokum syrup","jaggery","cardamom"],"steps":["Dissolve 1 tbsp grated jaggery in 30 ml warm water and let it cool.","Whisk 150 ml coconut milk, 30 ml kokum syrup, the jaggery water and a pinch of cardamom together.","Pour over ice in a short glass.","Serve chilled right away as an after-dinner drink, alongside a small sweet like a coconut ladoo."]},{"n":"Sol Kadhi Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e8b3c6","z":"none","ing":["coconut milk","kokum syrup","soda water","curry leaves","black salt"],"steps":["Tear 5 curry leaves and press them in a wine glass with a pinch of black salt.","Add 30 ml kokum syrup and 60 ml coconut milk and stir until pink.","Add ice and slowly top with 100 ml soda water. Stir once.","Serve right away while fizzy, holding the glass by its stem, alongside crispy bhajiyas or prawn fry."]},{"n":"Imli Sharbat","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#7b4a24","z":"none","ing":["tamarind paste","jaggery","cumin powder","black salt"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Dissolve 4 tbsp grated jaggery in 200 ml warm water.","Stir in 3 tsp tamarind paste, 1 tsp roasted cumin powder and 1/2 tsp black salt.","Add 700 ml chilled water and stir for 30 seconds. Strain if lumpy.","Pour over ice into 4 tall glasses and add mint leaves if you like.","Serve the 4 glasses ice-cold right away with straws, alongside pani puri or samosas."]},{"n":"Imli Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9a6a3c","z":"none","ing":["tamarind paste","soda water","sugar","chaat masala"],"steps":["Stir 1 tsp tamarind paste and 2 tsp sugar with 30 ml warm water until smooth.","Add 1/4 tsp chaat masala and pour into a tall glass with ice.","Top with 180 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside crispy aloo tikki or bhel puri."]},{"n":"Inji Puli Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#a9763f","z":"none","ing":["tamarind paste","ginger","jaggery","green chilli","soda water"],"steps":["Grate 1 tsp ginger into a copper mug and add 1 tsp tamarind paste and 2 tsp grated jaggery.","Add 30 ml warm water and stir into a smooth syrup. Add 1 thin slice of green chilli.","Fill the mug with ice, top with 150 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away while fizzy, holding the mug by its handle, alongside banana chips."]},{"n":"Imli Pudina Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8c6a34","z":"mint","ing":["tamarind paste","mint","sugar","black salt"],"steps":["Crush 10 mint leaves with 2 tsp sugar in a tall glass.","Add 1 tsp tamarind paste, a pinch of black salt and 30 ml warm water and stir to dissolve.","Add 150 ml chilled water and ice, stir and garnish with mint.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside spicy chaat or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Imli Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8a5428","z":"none","ing":["black tea","tamarind paste","jaggery"],"steps":["Brew 1 tea bag in 150 ml hot water for 3 minutes and remove the bag.","Stir in 1 tsp tamarind paste and 2 tsp grated jaggery while hot until dissolved.","Cool completely, then pour over ice in a tall glass.","Serve ice-cold with a straw and a mint sprig on top, alongside a plate of mathri."],"opt":["mint"]},{"n":"Panakam","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#c08a3e","z":"lemon","ing":["jaggery","ginger","cardamom","black pepper","lemon"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Stir 10 tbsp grated jaggery into 1 litre water for 2 minutes until dissolved.","Strain through a fine sieve to remove any grit.","Stir in 1 tsp grated ginger, 1/2 tsp cardamom powder and 1/4 tsp black pepper.","Add 30 ml lemon juice, chill and serve over ice in 4 glasses.","Serve the 4 glasses chilled, stirring each once to lift the spices, alongside sundal or murukku."]},{"n":"Gud Nimbu Sharbat","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#d8b062","z":"lemon","ing":["jaggery","lemon","black salt","mint"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Dissolve 6 tbsp grated jaggery in 200 ml warm water and let it cool.","Pour into a jug with 800 ml chilled water and 80 ml lemon juice.","Add 1/2 tsp black salt and 10 torn mint leaves and stir for 20 seconds.","Serve over ice in 4 tall glasses.","Serve the 4 glasses right away with straws, alongside a spicy snack like pakoras or kachori."]},{"n":"Gur Adrak Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c9a35c","z":"lime","ing":["jaggery","ginger","soda water","lime"],"steps":["Simmer 2 tbsp grated jaggery, 1 tbsp sliced ginger and 60 ml water for 3 minutes, then cool and strain.","Pour the syrup into a tall glass with ice and add 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 150 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside spicy pakoras or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Gur Cold Coffee","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#a87b52","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","milk","jaggery","cardamom"],"steps":["Dissolve 2 tsp grated jaggery in 30 ml hot espresso or strong coffee and let it cool.","Blend with 180 ml cold milk, a pinch of cardamom and 4 ice cubes for 20 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and serve.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside a couple of biscuits or a slice of banana bread."]},{"n":"Chikki Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c89b6a","z":"none","ing":["peanut butter","jaggery","milk"],"opt":["cardamom"],"steps":["Dissolve 1 tbsp grated jaggery in 30 ml warm milk.","Blend with 1 tbsp peanut butter, 170 ml cold milk and 4 ice cubes for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass. Add a pinch of cardamom for a festive touch.","Serve well chilled right away with a straw, alongside a piece of peanut chikki."]},{"n":"Tulsi Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#b5753a","z":"lemon","ing":["black tea","basil","ginger","honey","lemon"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Brew 4 tea bags, 15 basil leaves and 1 tbsp sliced ginger in 800 ml hot water for 4 minutes.","Remove the tea bags, stir in 4 tbsp honey and let it cool completely.","Strain into a jug, add 40 ml lemon juice and plenty of ice.","Pour into 4 tall glasses and garnish with basil leaves.","Serve the 4 glasses ice-cold right away with straws, alongside pakoras or sandwiches."]},{"n":"Tulsi Green Tea Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#cfd89a","z":"lime","ing":["green tea","basil","honey","lime"],"steps":["Brew 1 green tea bag with 5 basil leaves in 200 ml hot (not boiling) water for 2 minutes.","Remove the bag, stir in 2 tsp honey and cool completely.","Pour over ice in a tall glass and add 10 ml lime juice.","Serve ice-cold with a straw and a basil leaf on top, alongside a few salted crackers."]},{"n":"Iced Tulsi Kadha","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#a36a32","z":"none","ing":["basil","ginger","black pepper","cinnamon","cloves","honey"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Simmer 20 basil leaves, 1 tbsp sliced ginger, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 cinnamon stick and 4 cloves in 1 litre water.","Keep it simmering for 10 minutes, then strain and let it cool until just warm.","Stir in 4 tbsp honey and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.","Serve over ice in 4 glasses with a squeeze of lemon if you like.","Serve the 4 glasses chilled right away, sipping slowly, alongside roasted makhana or a few almonds."]},{"n":"Tulsi Ananas Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e9d75a","z":"none","ing":["pineapple juice","basil","ginger","lime"],"opt":["soda water"],"steps":["Press 6 basil leaves and 1/2 tsp grated ginger in a tall glass with a spoon.","Add 150 ml pineapple juice and 10 ml lime juice and fill with ice.","Top with 50 ml soda water if you want fizz, and stir.","Serve right away with a straw and a basil leaf on top, alongside paneer tikka or spicy chips."]},{"n":"Tulsi Aam Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f4b942","z":"none","ing":["mango","basil","lime","honey"],"steps":["Blend the flesh of half a ripe mango, 5 basil leaves, 1 tsp honey and 150 ml cold water for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and stir in 10 ml lime juice.","Add ice and top with a basil leaf.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside paneer tikka or a bowl of spicy chips."]},{"n":"Tulsi Strawberry Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ef6f86","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","basil","honey","soda water"],"steps":["Mash 4 strawberries and 5 basil leaves with 2 tsp honey in a tall glass.","Fill the glass with ice.","Top with 150 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, with a strawberry slice on the rim and some salted crackers."]},{"n":"Masala Banta","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e6efb6","z":"lime","ing":["lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","lime","black salt","chaat masala","cumin powder"],"steps":["Put 1/4 tsp chaat masala, a pinch of black salt and a pinch of roasted cumin powder in a tall glass.","Squeeze in 15 ml lime juice and stir into a paste, then fill the glass with ice.","Slowly pour 200 ml chilled lemon soda down the side (it foams up) and stir once.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside street snacks like pav bhaji or pani puri."]},{"n":"Masala Orange Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f79a2e","z":"orange","ing":["orange soda","chaat masala","lime","black salt"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Add 1/4 tsp chaat masala, a pinch of black salt and 10 ml lime juice to a tall glass and stir.","Fill with ice and slowly pour in 200 ml chilled orange soda.","Stir once gently and garnish with an orange slice if you have one.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside crispy samosas or spicy chips."]},{"n":"Amrood Masala Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f2a99a","z":"lime","ing":["guava juice","soda water","chaat masala","green chilli","lime"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a tall glass and dip the rim in chaat masala.","Add ice, 120 ml guava juice, 10 ml lime juice and 1 thin slice of green chilli.","Top with 100 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away while fizzy, sipping from the masala rim, alongside spicy chaat or pakoras."]},{"n":"Passion Fruit Mirchi Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f2b33d","z":"none","ing":["passion fruit","green chilli","sugar","black salt","soda water"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 2 passion fruits into a tall glass.","Add 1 thin slice of green chilli, 2 tsp sugar and a pinch of black salt and stir well.","Fill with ice, top with 150 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away with a wide straw so the seeds come through, alongside nachos or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Elaichi Santra Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f6d9a0","z":"orange","ing":["tonic water","orange","cardamom","honey"],"steps":["Squeeze half an orange (about 40 ml) and stir in 1 tsp honey and a pinch of cardamom powder until dissolved.","Pour into a tall glass filled with ice.","Top with 150 ml tonic water, stir gently and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside a light snack like roasted cashews."]},{"n":"Mosambi Ras","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef0b0","z":"lime","ing":["sweet lime (mosambi)","black salt"],"opt":["sugar"],"steps":["Cut 4 sweet limes in half and squeeze to get about 200 ml juice.","Strain out the seeds and stir in a pinch of black salt. Add 1 tsp sugar if needed.","Pour over a few ice cubes and drink right away, as it turns bitter if left standing.","Serve with a straw on a coaster, alongside a light breakfast like poha, upma or toast."]},{"n":"Mosambi Masala Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e9eca8","z":"lime","ing":["sweet lime (mosambi)","soda water","chaat masala"],"steps":["Squeeze 2 sweet limes to get about 100 ml juice.","Pour into a tall glass with ice and stir in 1/4 tsp chaat masala.","Top with 100 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside spicy samosas or bhel puri."]},{"n":"Mosambi Anar","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d8506a","z":"berry","ing":["sweet lime (mosambi)","pomegranate juice","black salt"],"steps":["Squeeze 3 sweet limes to get about 150 ml juice and stir in a pinch of black salt.","Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in 80 ml pomegranate juice.","Slowly pour the mosambi juice over the back of a spoon so it layers on top. Stir before drinking.","Serve right away so guests see the two layers, with a straw to stir at the table and salted cashews."]},{"n":"Mosambi Nariyal","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef1c8","z":"mint","ing":["sweet lime (mosambi)","coconut water","mint"],"steps":["Squeeze 2 sweet limes to get about 100 ml juice.","Pour into a tall glass with 120 ml chilled coconut water.","Add 4 torn mint leaves and ice, stir and serve.","Serve ice-cold right away with a straw, alongside a light snack like dhokla or khakhra."]},{"n":"Mosambi Adrak Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#e6dc8a","z":"lime","ing":["sweet lime (mosambi)","ginger ale","ginger"],"steps":["Squeeze 2 sweet limes to get about 100 ml juice.","Grate 1/2 tsp ginger into a copper mug, add the juice and fill with ice.","Top with 100 ml ginger ale and stir once.","Serve right away while fizzy, with a straw and a mosambi slice on the rim, alongside masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Mosambi Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f6c84a","z":"lime","ing":["sweet lime (mosambi)","orange juice","soda water","mint","black salt"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Squeeze 8 sweet limes to get about 400 ml juice and strain.","Pour into a jug with 200 ml orange juice, 1/2 tsp black salt and 10 torn mint leaves.","Just before serving, add 400 ml chilled soda water and ice.","Stir gently and pour into 4 tall glasses.","Serve the 4 glasses right away while fizzy, with straws and party snacks like pakoras or samosas."]},{"n":"Jeera Pani","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#d9c98a","z":"lime","ing":["cumin powder","honey","lime"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Boil 1 litre water with 2 tsp cumin powder (or cumin seeds) for 5 minutes.","Strain through a fine sieve or cloth and let it cool completely.","Stir in 4 tbsp honey and 40 ml lime juice.","Chill and serve over ice in 4 glasses.","Pour into 4 ice-filled glasses at the table and serve cold, ideally before or after a heavy meal, with roasted chana."]},{"n":"Kheera Jeera Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#dff0cc","z":"lemon","ing":["cucumber","cumin powder","lemon","green chilli","soda water"],"opt":["salt"],"steps":["Put 6 thin cucumber slices and 1 thin slice of green chilli in a tall glass and press with a spoon 5 times.","Add 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder, 15 ml lemon juice and a pinch of salt and stir.","Fill with ice, top with 150 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy, alongside spicy pakoras or a bowl of namkeen."]},{"n":"Iced Masala Chai","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#c49a6c","z":"none","ing":["black tea","milk","ginger","cardamom","cinnamon","sugar"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Simmer 600 ml water with 1 tbsp sliced ginger, 1/2 tsp cardamom and 1 cinnamon stick for 3 minutes.","Add 4 tea bags and 4 tbsp sugar, simmer 2 minutes more, then strain and cool.","Stir in 400 ml cold milk and chill for 30 minutes.","Pour over ice into 4 tall glasses.","Pour at the table and serve within 10 minutes, before the ice waters it down, with rusks or biscuits on the side."]},{"n":"Iced Kahwa","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e2b65a","z":"none","ing":["green tea","saffron","cardamom","cinnamon","honey"],"steps":["Brew 1 green tea bag, 4 saffron strands, a pinch of cardamom and a small cinnamon piece in 200 ml hot water for 3 minutes.","Remove the tea bag, stir in 2 tsp honey and cool completely.","Pour over ice in a tall glass.","Serve right away with a thin lemon slice on the rim and a few soaked almonds or dates on the side."],"opt":["lemon"]},{"n":"Iced Sulaimani","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#a4612b","z":"lemon","ing":["black tea","lemon","cardamom","cloves","honey"],"steps":["Brew 1 tea bag with a pinch of cardamom and 2 cloves in 200 ml hot water for 3 minutes.","Remove the bag and cloves, stir in 2 tsp honey and cool completely.","Pour over ice in a tall glass and add 15 ml lemon juice.","Serve right away with a straw, giving it one stir first, alongside a light snack like banana chips."]},{"n":"Gulabi Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#c8505a","z":"lemon","ing":["black tea","rose syrup / grenadine","lemon"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Brew 4 tea bags in 800 ml hot water for 3 minutes, then remove the bags.","Stir in 80 ml rose syrup and let it cool completely.","Add 40 ml lemon juice and plenty of ice.","Pour into 4 tall glasses and add mint leaves if you like.","Pour at the table and serve within 15 minutes with straws, alongside light snacks like cucumber sandwiches."]},{"n":"Kulfi Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3dca0","z":"none","ing":["milk","condensed milk","cardamom","saffron","ice cream"],"steps":["Soak 6 saffron strands in 1 tbsp warm milk for 10 minutes.","Blend 150 ml cold milk, 2 tbsp condensed milk, a pinch of cardamom, the saffron milk and 1 scoop ice cream for 20 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and serve.","Serve immediately while thick and ice-cold, with a wide straw and a few crushed pistachios sprinkled on top."]},{"n":"Masala Tamatar Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d8402e","z":"lemon","ing":["tomato juice","chaat masala","cumin powder","coriander","lemon"],"opt":["green chilli"],"steps":["Pour 180 ml chilled tomato juice into a tall glass.","Stir in 1/4 tsp chaat masala, a pinch of roasted cumin powder and 10 ml lemon juice.","Add ice and top with 1 tsp chopped coriander and a thin slice of green chilli if you like.","Serve right away with a straw and a lemon wedge on the rim, alongside spicy pakoras or samosas."]},{"n":"Mango Mastani","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f9b233","z":"none","ing":["mango","milk","sugar","ice cream"],"steps":["Blend the flesh of 1 ripe mango with 150 ml cold milk and 2 tsp sugar for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass, leaving room at the top.","Top with 1 big scoop of vanilla ice cream and serve with a spoon.","Serve immediately before the ice cream melts, with a thick straw too, topped with chopped nuts if you like."]},{"n":"Sharjah Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#a77b55","z":"none","ing":["banana","milk","chocolate syrup","ice cream"],"opt":["cocoa powder"],"steps":["Freeze 1 sliced banana for 1 hour (or use a very cold banana).","Blend it with 150 ml cold milk, 20 ml chocolate syrup and 1 scoop ice cream for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and dust with cocoa powder if you like.","Serve immediately while thick and cold, with a wide straw and a napkin, with a few biscuits on the side."]},{"n":"Doodh Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7f7ef","z":"none","ing":["milk","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"opt":["sugar"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass halfway with ice and pour in 120 ml very cold milk.","Slowly top with 120 ml chilled lemon soda, pouring down the side of the glass.","Stir gently once. Add 1 tsp sugar if you like it sweeter.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy and cold, alongside salted namkeen."]},{"n":"Elaneer Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f4f1e2","z":"none","ing":["coconut water","coconut milk","condensed milk","cardamom"],"steps":["Add 150 ml chilled coconut water, 80 ml coconut milk and 1 tbsp condensed milk to a blender.","Add a pinch of cardamom and 4 ice cubes and blend for 20 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and serve.","Serve immediately, well chilled, with a straw and a pinch of grated coconut sprinkled on top."]},{"n":"Litchi Nariyal Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3e9e4","z":"lime","ing":["lychee juice","coconut water","lime"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour in 100 ml lychee juice, 100 ml coconut water and 10 ml lime juice.","Stir gently and garnish with mint if you like.","Serve right away, ice-cold, with a straw and a lime wedge on the rim."]},{"n":"Hara Nariyal","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#cfe4b8","z":"lime","ing":["coconut water","coriander","green chilli","lime","black salt"],"steps":["Blend 200 ml chilled coconut water with 1 tbsp coriander leaves and a small piece of green chilli for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass and stir in 10 ml lime juice and a pinch of black salt.","Add ice and serve.","Serve right away with a straw and a lime wedge on the rim, alongside spicy chaat or pakoras."]},{"n":"Shaadi Fruit Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f7a73a","z":"mint","ing":["pineapple juice","orange juice","mango juice","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","chaat masala"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Pour 300 ml pineapple juice, 300 ml orange juice and 200 ml mango juice into a jug.","Stir in 1/2 tsp chaat masala.","Just before serving, add 300 ml chilled lemon soda and plenty of ice.","Pour into 4 tall glasses and garnish with mint leaves if you like.","Pour at the table and serve within 10 minutes while still fizzy, with straws and a plate of samosas or chaat."]},{"n":"Aam Nariyal Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f8c45c","z":"none","ing":["mango","coconut milk","jaggery"],"opt":["cardamom"],"steps":["Dissolve 1 tbsp grated jaggery in 30 ml warm water and cool.","Blend with the flesh of 1 ripe mango, 120 ml coconut milk and 4 ice cubes for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass. Add a pinch of cardamom if you like.","Serve immediately while thick and cold, with a wide straw and a mango slice on the rim."]},{"n":"Classic Vanilla Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F3E6C9","z":"none","ing":["milk","ice cream","vanilla essence","sugar"],"opt":["cream"],"steps":["Add 200 ml cold milk, 3 scoops (about 150 ml) vanilla ice cream, 1/4 tsp vanilla essence and 1 tsp sugar to a blender.","Blend on high for 30 seconds until thick and smooth.","Pour into a chilled tall glass.","Optional: top with 2 tbsp whipped cream.","Serve immediately with a thick straw and a long spoon, alongside a few crisp cookies."]},{"n":"Strawberry Milkshake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F4A6B8","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","milk","ice cream","sugar"],"steps":["Hull 6 strawberries and add them to a blender with 2 tsp sugar.","Add 180 ml cold milk and 2 scoops (about 100 ml) vanilla ice cream.","Blend for 30 seconds until pink and smooth.","Pour into a tall glass and top with a halved strawberry.","Serve immediately while thick and cold, with a straw and a napkin under the glass."]},{"n":"Salted Caramel Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C68B4E","z":"none","ing":["milk","ice cream","caramel syrup","salt"],"opt":["cream"],"steps":["Drizzle 1 tbsp caramel syrup inside a tall glass and chill it for 5 minutes.","Blend 180 ml milk, 3 scoops vanilla ice cream, 2 tbsp caramel syrup and 1 small pinch of salt for 30 seconds.","Pour into the glass. Optional: top with 2 tbsp whipped cream and a last drizzle of caramel.","Serve immediately with a wide straw and a long spoon, with a few salted pretzels or crackers on the side."]},{"n":"Blueberry Milkshake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8E74B5","z":"berry","ing":["blueberries","milk","ice cream","honey"],"steps":["Add 80 ml blueberries (fresh or frozen), 180 ml cold milk and 2 scoops vanilla ice cream to a blender.","Add 2 tsp honey and blend for 40 seconds until purple and smooth.","Pour into a tall glass and drop a few blueberries on top.","Serve immediately, well chilled, with a straw and a long spoon for the berries on top."]},{"n":"Cherry Vanilla Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E9A3AE","z":"berry","ing":["cherry","milk","ice cream","vanilla essence"],"steps":["Pit 10 cherries and add them to a blender.","Add 180 ml milk, 2 scoops vanilla ice cream and 1/4 tsp vanilla essence.","Blend for 30 seconds, pour into a tall glass and top with a whole cherry.","Serve immediately while thick and cold, with a straw and a small plate for the cherry stem."]},{"n":"Papaya Honey Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F7A35C","z":"none","ing":["papaya","milk","honey"],"opt":["ice cream"],"steps":["Add 150 ml chopped ripe papaya (seeds removed) to a blender.","Add 200 ml cold milk, 2 tsp honey and 3 ice cubes.","Blend for 40 seconds until smooth and pour into a tall glass.","Optional: add 1 scoop vanilla ice cream before blending for a richer shake.","Serve immediately, well chilled, with a straw, ideally as part of breakfast with toast."]},{"n":"Peach Melba Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F5B48F","z":"berry","ing":["peach","raspberries","milk","ice cream","sugar"],"steps":["Mash 8 raspberries with 1 tsp sugar and spoon them into the bottom of a tall glass.","Blend 1 peeled, chopped peach, 150 ml milk and 2 scoops vanilla ice cream for 30 seconds.","Pour the peach shake slowly over the raspberry sauce so it swirls up the sides.","Serve immediately without stirring so the red swirl shows, with a wide straw and a long spoon."]},{"n":"Lavender Vanilla Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#DCCDEA","z":"none","ing":["lavender syrup","milk","ice cream","vanilla essence"],"steps":["Add 180 ml milk, 3 scoops vanilla ice cream, 1 tbsp lavender syrup and 1/4 tsp vanilla essence to a blender.","Blend for 30 seconds until pale lilac and smooth.","Taste, add 1 tsp more lavender syrup if you want it more floral, then pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately, well chilled, with a straw and a vanilla biscuit on the side."]},{"n":"Maple Nutmeg Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#D8B07A","z":"none","ing":["maple syrup","nutmeg","milk","ice cream"],"steps":["Add 180 ml milk, 3 scoops vanilla ice cream and 2 tbsp maple syrup to a blender.","Add a small pinch (about 1/8 tsp) of grated nutmeg and blend for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and dust another tiny pinch of nutmeg on top.","Serve immediately while thick and cold, with a straw and a couple of oat cookies on the side."]},{"n":"Raspberry Ripple Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E7769A","z":"berry","ing":["raspberries","ice cream","milk","honey"],"steps":["Blend 100 ml raspberries with 2 tsp honey for 10 seconds; set 2 tbsp of this sauce aside.","Add 180 ml milk and 3 scoops vanilla ice cream to the rest and blend for 20 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and swirl the saved sauce through the top with a spoon.","Serve immediately without stirring further so the ripple shows, with a wide straw and a long spoon."]},{"n":"Grape Milkshake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B892C0","z":"none","ing":["grapes","milk","ice cream","sugar"],"steps":["Blend 120 ml seedless black grapes with 1 tsp sugar for 15 seconds.","Strain through a sieve to remove the skins, then pour the juice back into the blender.","Add 150 ml milk and 2 scoops vanilla ice cream, blend for 20 seconds and pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately, well chilled, with a straw and 2 grapes on a cocktail stick across the rim."]},{"n":"Lychee Cream Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F4EEE4","z":"none","ing":["lychee","milk","ice cream"],"steps":["Peel and pit 8 lychees (or use 8 tinned ones, drained).","Blend with 180 ml cold milk and 2 scoops vanilla ice cream for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and drop a whole lychee on top.","Serve immediately, well chilled, with a straw and a long spoon to scoop out the lychee."]},{"n":"Guava Milkshake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F6B4A6","z":"none","ing":["guava juice","milk","ice cream"],"steps":["Add 100 ml guava juice, 120 ml cold milk and 2 scoops vanilla ice cream to a blender.","Blend for 30 seconds until pale pink and creamy.","Pour into a tall glass and serve straight away.","Serve well chilled with a straw and a napkin, alongside a light snack like butter cookies."]},{"n":"Caramel Apple Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#D9B27D","z":"none","ing":["apple","caramel syrup","ice cream","milk","cinnamon"],"steps":["Peel, core and chop half an apple and blend it with 120 ml milk for 20 seconds.","Add 2 scoops vanilla ice cream, 1 tbsp caramel syrup and a pinch of cinnamon.","Blend for 20 seconds more and pour into a glass drizzled inside with 1 tsp caramel syrup.","Serve immediately with a wide straw and a thin apple slice on the rim."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Berry Blast Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B4456F","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","blueberries","raspberries","yogurt / curd","honey"],"opt":["milk"],"steps":["Add 5 strawberries, 50 ml blueberries and 50 ml raspberries (fresh or frozen) to a blender.","Add 150 ml yogurt and 2 tsp honey.","Blend for 45 seconds; add 50 ml milk if it is too thick to pour (optional).","Pour into a tall glass and top with a few berries.","Serve immediately, before it separates, with a wide straw and a long spoon for the berries."]},{"n":"Tropical Sunrise Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F9C24E","z":"none","ing":["mango","pineapple","banana","coconut water"],"steps":["Add 100 ml chopped mango, 100 ml chopped pineapple and 1 small banana to a blender.","Pour in 150 ml coconut water and add 4 ice cubes.","Blend for 45 seconds until smooth and pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately with a straw and a pineapple wedge on the rim."]},{"n":"Green Glow Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#A8C66C","z":"lime","ing":["cucumber","apple","celery","lime","banana","coconut water"],"steps":["Chop 1/3 cucumber, 1 cored green apple and 1 small celery stick.","Add them to a blender with half a banana, the juice of half a lime and 150 ml coconut water.","Blend for 60 seconds until completely smooth.","Pour into a tall glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve immediately, before it separates, with a straw, ideally as a morning drink with toast."]},{"n":"Mango Coconut Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F6CB6A","z":"lime","ing":["mango","coconut milk","lime","honey"],"steps":["Add 150 ml chopped ripe mango, 120 ml coconut milk and 2 tsp honey to a blender.","Squeeze in the juice of half a lime and add 4 ice cubes.","Blend for 40 seconds and pour into a tall glass with a lime wedge.","Serve immediately, well chilled, with a straw and a pinch of grated coconut on top."]},{"n":"Strawberry Banana Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F2A0A6","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","banana","yogurt / curd","milk","honey"],"steps":["Add 6 hulled strawberries and 1 ripe banana to a blender.","Add 100 ml yogurt, 100 ml milk and 1 tsp honey.","Blend for 40 seconds until smooth and pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately with a straw and a strawberry slit onto the rim, ideally at breakfast."]},{"n":"Papaya Orange Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F79D4E","z":"orange","ing":["papaya","orange juice","lime","honey"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Add 150 ml chopped ripe papaya (seeds removed) to a blender.","Add 120 ml orange juice, 1 tsp lime juice, 1 tsp honey and 4 ice cubes.","Blend for 40 seconds, pour into a tall glass and add an orange slice.","Serve immediately, before it separates, with a straw, as a light breakfast drink."]},{"n":"Peach Ginger Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F5C18F","z":"none","ing":["peach","ginger","yogurt / curd","honey"],"steps":["Peel and chop 1 ripe peach and grate 1/2 tsp fresh ginger.","Add both to a blender with 150 ml yogurt, 2 tsp honey and 4 ice cubes.","Blend for 40 seconds and pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately, well chilled, with a straw and a thin peach slice on the rim."]},{"n":"Blueberry Almond Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7F619E","z":"berry","ing":["blueberries","almond milk","banana","maple syrup"],"steps":["Add 100 ml blueberries, half a frozen banana and 180 ml almond milk to a blender.","Add 1 tsp maple syrup.","Blend for 45 seconds until thick and purple, then pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately with a wide straw and a few blueberries dropped on top."]},{"n":"Pineapple Mint Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#EFE38E","z":"mint","ing":["pineapple","mint","yogurt / curd","honey"],"steps":["Add 150 ml chopped pineapple, 8 mint leaves, 120 ml yogurt and 2 tsp honey to a blender.","Add 4 ice cubes and blend for 45 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and top with a mint sprig.","Serve immediately with a straw and a pineapple wedge on the rim, alongside something spicy like bhel puri."]},{"n":"Pomegranate Berry Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#A73A55","z":"berry","ing":["pomegranate juice","raspberries","yogurt / curd","honey"],"steps":["Add 120 ml pomegranate juice and 80 ml raspberries to a blender.","Add 100 ml yogurt, 1 tsp honey and 3 ice cubes.","Blend for 40 seconds and pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately with a straw and a few pomegranate seeds scattered on top."]},{"n":"Kiwi Banana Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B9C95E","z":"none","ing":["kiwi","banana","yogurt / curd","honey"],"steps":["Peel 2 kiwis and 1 banana and chop them roughly.","Blend with 120 ml yogurt, 1 tsp honey and 4 ice cubes for 30 seconds (over-blending makes the seeds bitter).","Pour into a tall glass and top with a kiwi slice.","Serve immediately, before the seeds turn bitter, with a wide straw and a small spoon."]},{"n":"Mango Passion Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F7B946","z":"none","ing":["mango","passion fruit","yogurt / curd","honey"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 2 passion fruits into a bowl.","Blend 150 ml chopped mango, 120 ml yogurt, 1 tsp honey and half the passion fruit pulp for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and spoon the rest of the pulp on top.","Serve immediately without stirring, with a wide straw and a long spoon for the pulp on top."]},{"n":"Cherry Almond Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C9606E","z":"berry","ing":["cherry","almond milk","yogurt / curd","honey"],"steps":["Pit 12 cherries (fresh or frozen).","Blend with 150 ml almond milk, 80 ml yogurt and 1 tsp honey for 40 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and top with a cherry.","Serve immediately, well chilled, with a straw and a few toasted almond flakes on top."]},{"n":"Coffee Banana Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B68E68","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","banana","milk","honey","cinnamon"],"steps":["Make 60 ml strong coffee and let it cool (or use ready cold coffee).","Blend with 1 frozen banana, 120 ml milk, 1 tsp honey and a pinch of cinnamon for 40 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass. Great as a breakfast drink.","Serve immediately while cold and thick, with a straw and a slice of toast or a muffin."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Lychee Raspberry Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F2B4C0","z":"berry","ing":["lychee","raspberries","coconut water","lime"],"steps":["Peel and pit 8 lychees (or use tinned ones, drained).","Blend with 60 ml raspberries, 120 ml coconut water, 1 tsp lime juice and 4 ice cubes for 40 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and top with a raspberry.","Serve immediately, ice-cold, with a straw and a lime wedge on the rim."]},{"n":"Strawberry Basil Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E7808E","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","basil","yogurt / curd","honey","lemon"],"steps":["Add 8 hulled strawberries and 4 basil leaves to a blender.","Add 120 ml yogurt, 2 tsp honey, 1 tsp lemon juice and 3 ice cubes.","Blend for 40 seconds and pour into a tall glass with a small basil leaf on top.","Serve immediately, well chilled, with a straw and a strawberry slice on the rim."]},{"n":"Family Fruit Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#F6B26B","z":"none","ing":["banana","mango","papaya","strawberries","yogurt / curd","honey"],"opt":["milk"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Add 2 bananas, 200 ml chopped mango, 200 ml chopped papaya and 10 strawberries to a blender.","Add 400 ml yogurt, 2 tbsp honey and 8 ice cubes (blend in two batches if your blender is small).","Blend for 60 seconds; add up to 200 ml milk if it is too thick (optional).","Pour into a jug and serve in 4 glasses.","Pour at the table and serve immediately, before it separates, with straws and a plate of toast or granola."],"al":["Family Fruit Smoothie Jug"]},{"n":"Greek Frappe","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B88B5E","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","sugar"],"opt":["milk"],"steps":["Add 2 tsp instant coffee, 2 tsp sugar and 30 ml cold water to a jar with a lid.","Shake hard for 20 seconds until a thick, light-brown foam forms.","Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in the foam.","Top up with 120 ml cold water, or cold milk for a creamy version (optional), and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw so you sip through the foam, alongside a biscuit or rusk."]},{"n":"Caramel Frappe","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C79A6B","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","milk","caramel syrup","cream"],"steps":["Make 60 ml strong coffee and cool it completely.","Blend the coffee with 150 ml milk, 2 tbsp caramel syrup and 8 ice cubes for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass, top with 2 tbsp whipped cream and drizzle 1 tsp caramel syrup over it.","Serve immediately before it melts, with a wide straw and a long spoon for the cream."]},{"n":"Coconut Coffee Slush","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C9AE8C","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","coconut milk","condensed milk"],"steps":["Blend 120 ml coconut milk, 2 tbsp condensed milk and 8 ice cubes for 30 seconds until slushy.","Spoon the coconut slush into a tall glass.","Pour 60 ml strong cooled coffee over the top and stir lightly before drinking.","Serve immediately while still slushy, with a wide straw and a long spoon."]},{"n":"Orange Mocha Frappe","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7A4E30","z":"orange","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","cocoa powder","orange marmalade","milk","sugar"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Mix 60 ml hot strong coffee with 1 tbsp cocoa powder, 1 tbsp orange marmalade and 1 tsp sugar until smooth; cool.","Blend with 150 ml milk and 8 ice cubes for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and garnish with a thin strip of orange peel.","Serve immediately before it melts, with a wide straw and a square of dark chocolate on the side."]},{"n":"Maple Sea Salt Frappe","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C59A6A","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","maple syrup","milk","salt","cream"],"steps":["Make 60 ml strong coffee and cool it.","Blend with 150 ml milk, 2 tbsp maple syrup, a tiny pinch of salt and 8 ice cubes for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and top with 2 tbsp whipped cream and a few grains of salt.","Serve immediately before it melts, with a wide straw and a few salted crackers on the side."]},{"n":"Vietnamese Iced Coffee","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#6E4526","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","condensed milk"],"steps":["Spoon 2 tbsp condensed milk into a short glass.","Brew 60 ml very strong dark coffee (or a double espresso) and pour it over the condensed milk.","Stir well until the milk dissolves, then fill the glass with ice and stir again.","Serve right away with a short straw or spoon, alongside a crisp biscuit or a slice of banana bread."]},{"n":"Sweet Cream Cold Brew","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7B5136","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","cream","milk","vanilla essence","sugar"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in 150 ml cold brew or strong cooled coffee.","In a jar, shake 2 tbsp cream, 2 tbsp milk, 1 tsp sugar and 2 drops vanilla essence for 20 seconds until thick.","Pour the sweet cream slowly over the coffee so it floats and swirls down.","Serve right away without stirring so the cream swirls show, with a straw to sip from the bottom."]},{"n":"Spanish Latte","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C99E73","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","condensed milk","milk"],"steps":["Stir 1 tbsp condensed milk into 150 ml cold milk until smooth.","Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in the sweet milk.","Pour a double espresso (60 ml) slowly on top for a layered look, then stir.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside a croissant or a slice of cake."]},{"n":"Iced Honey Lavender Latte","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#CBB09A","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","milk","lavender syrup","honey"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp lavender syrup and 1 tsp honey into a hot double espresso (60 ml) until dissolved.","Fill a tall glass with ice and 170 ml cold milk.","Pour the espresso over the milk and stir.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside a shortbread biscuit or a light butter cookie."]},{"n":"Iced Caramel Macchiato","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C79E70","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","milk","vanilla essence","caramel syrup"],"steps":["Stir 2 drops vanilla essence into 180 ml cold milk.","Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in the vanilla milk.","Slowly pour a double espresso (60 ml) over the top so it sits in a dark layer.","Drizzle 1 tbsp caramel syrup in a criss-cross over the top. Do not stir before serving.","Serve right away with a straw and a coaster, letting each person stir the layers just before sipping."]},{"n":"Iced Mocha","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#6F4A33","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","chocolate syrup","milk","cream"],"steps":["Stir 2 tbsp chocolate syrup into a hot double espresso (60 ml) until smooth.","Fill a tall glass with ice and 150 ml cold milk, then pour in the chocolate coffee.","Stir, then top with 2 tbsp whipped cream.","Serve right away with a straw and a long spoon, with a brownie or chocolate cookie on the side."]},{"n":"Cardamom Iced Latte","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#CBA67E","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","milk","cardamom","sugar"],"steps":["Crush 2 green cardamom pods and steep them in a hot double espresso (60 ml) with 1 tsp sugar for 2 minutes.","Strain out the pods and let the coffee cool slightly.","Pour over a tall glass of ice with 170 ml cold milk and stir.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside nankhatai or a plain butter biscuit."]},{"n":"Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#A47552","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","brown sugar","milk"],"steps":["Brew a double espresso (60 ml) and stir in 2 tsp brown sugar until dissolved.","Pour it into a jar with 6 ice cubes, close the lid and shake hard for 15 seconds until foamy.","Strain into a tall glass of fresh ice and top with 100 ml cold milk.","Serve right away without stirring so the foam stays on top, with a straw."]},{"n":"Tiramisu Iced Latte","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B68D6A","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","milk","cream","sugar","vanilla essence","cocoa powder"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and 120 ml cold milk, then add a cooled double espresso (60 ml).","Whisk 3 tbsp cream, 1 tsp sugar and 2 drops vanilla essence for 1 minute until softly thick.","Spoon the cream over the coffee and dust with 1/2 tsp cocoa powder through a small sieve.","Serve right away without stirring, with a long spoon for the cream and a straw for the coffee."]},{"n":"Yuenyeung","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#A07A58","z":"none","ing":["black tea","cold coffee / espresso","condensed milk","milk"],"steps":["Brew 120 ml very strong black tea (2 tea bags, 4 minutes) and remove the bags.","Stir in 60 ml strong coffee, 1 tbsp condensed milk and 50 ml milk.","Let it cool, then pour over a tall glass of ice. A Hong Kong coffee-and-tea mix.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside buttered toast or an egg tart for a Hong Kong-style snack."]},{"n":"Spiced Orange Cold Brew","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#4A2E1C","z":"orange","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","orange","cloves","brown sugar"],"opt":["milk"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Put 6 tbsp ground coffee, 4 cloves and 2 strips of orange peel in a jug.","Pour in 800 ml cold water, stir, cover and leave in the fridge for 12-16 hours.","Strain through a fine sieve or coffee filter and stir in 4 tsp brown sugar.","Serve over ice in 4 glasses with an orange slice; add a splash of milk if you like (optional).","Pour at the table and serve within 15 minutes with straws, alongside a plate of biscotti or plain cake."],"al":["Spiced Orange Cold Brew Jug"]},{"n":"Espresso Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8A5A3A","z":"lemon","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","tonic water"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in 150 ml chilled tonic water.","Brew a double espresso (60 ml) and let it cool for 1 minute.","Pour the espresso very slowly over the back of a spoon so it floats on the tonic.","Optional: garnish with a lemon wedge.","Serve right away without stirring so the layers show, with a straw and a coaster under the glass."]},{"n":"Elderflower Espresso Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9C6B48","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","tonic water","elderflower syrup"],"steps":["Add 2 tsp elderflower syrup to a tall glass, fill with ice and pour in 150 ml tonic water.","Stir gently once to mix in the syrup.","Slowly pour a cooled double espresso (60 ml) over a spoon so it floats on top.","Serve right away without stirring, with a straw, while the tonic is still fizzy."]},{"n":"Espresso Orange Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B0683A","z":"orange","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","orange juice","soda water","honey"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Stir 1 tsp honey into a hot double espresso (60 ml) and let it cool.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 90 ml orange juice and 60 ml soda water.","Pour the espresso over the top, stir once and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw while still fizzy, alongside a slice of orange cake."]},{"n":"Coffee Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8E6A3E","z":"lemon","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","lemonade"],"opt":["mint","lemon"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in 150 ml lemonade.","Slowly pour 80 ml cold brew or cooled strong coffee over the top to make a layer.","Stir before drinking. Optional: add a mint sprig and a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while the layers still show, with a coaster under the glass."]},{"n":"Coconut Cold Brew","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7C5A3E","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","coconut water"],"opt":["honey"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in 150 ml chilled coconut water.","Pour 90 ml cold brew or cooled strong coffee over the top.","Stir and taste; add 1 tsp honey if you want it sweeter (optional).","Serve right away, ice-cold, with a straw, ideally on a hot afternoon with a few cookies."]},{"n":"Ginger Espresso Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9A6B44","z":"lime","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","ginger ale","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and add 1 tsp lime juice.","Pour in 150 ml ginger ale.","Float a cooled double espresso (60 ml) on top by pouring slowly over a spoon, and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away without stirring so the coffee floats, with a straw while it is still fizzy."]},{"n":"Pineapple Cold Brew Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B98B4E","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","pineapple juice","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and add 90 ml pineapple juice.","Top with 60 ml soda water and stir once.","Slowly pour 60 ml cold brew or cooled strong coffee on top so it sits in a layer.","Serve right away without stirring so the layer shows, with a straw and a pineapple wedge on the rim."]},{"n":"Coffee Cream Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C49B76","z":"none","ing":["cold coffee / espresso","soda water","cream","vanilla essence","sugar"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp sugar and 2 drops vanilla essence into a hot single espresso (30 ml); let it cool.","Fill a tall glass with ice, add the sweet espresso and 150 ml soda water.","Pour 2 tbsp cream on top and let it swirl down. Stir before drinking.","Serve right away with a straw while still fizzy, on a coaster to catch any drips."]},{"n":"Thai Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E08A3C","z":"none","ing":["black tea","star anise","cardamom","condensed milk","sugar","milk"],"steps":["Simmer 2 black tea bags, 1 star anise and 2 crushed cardamom pods in 200 ml water for 4 minutes.","Strain, stir in 1 tbsp condensed milk and 1 tsp sugar, then let it cool.","Pour over a tall glass of ice and float 50 ml cold milk on top.","Serve right away without stirring so the milk swirls show, with a straw, alongside spicy noodles."]},{"n":"Raspberry Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B8404E","z":"berry","ing":["black tea","raspberries","sugar","lemon"],"steps":["Steep 1 black tea bag in 200 ml hot water for 4 minutes, then remove it.","Stir in 2 tsp sugar and 10 raspberries, mash them lightly and leave to cool for 10 minutes.","Strain into a tall glass of ice, add 1 tsp lemon juice and top with a few raspberries.","Serve right away with a straw and a lemon wedge on the rim, alongside light sandwiches."]},{"n":"Arnold Palmer","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C88A3E","z":"lemon","ing":["black tea","lemonade"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Brew 120 ml strong black tea (1 tea bag, 4 minutes) and let it cool.","Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in 120 ml lemonade.","Pour the cooled tea over the lemonade, stir, and add a lemon wheel (optional).","Serve right away with a straw, ideally on a hot afternoon with a light snack like crackers."]},{"n":"Mango Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E6A33E","z":"lime","ing":["black tea","mango juice","lime"],"steps":["Brew 120 ml black tea (1 tea bag, 4 minutes) and let it cool.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 100 ml mango juice.","Pour in the tea, add 1 tsp lime juice, stir and garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away, ice-cold, with a straw, alongside a light snack like cucumber sandwiches."]},{"n":"Apple Cinnamon Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B87335","z":"none","ing":["black tea","apple juice","cinnamon","honey"],"opt":["apple"],"steps":["Steep 1 black tea bag and 1 small cinnamon stick (or 1/4 tsp ground) in 150 ml hot water for 5 minutes.","Remove the bag and stick, stir in 1 tsp honey and let it cool.","Pour into a tall glass of ice with 100 ml apple juice and stir. Optional: add thin apple slices.","Serve right away with a straw and a cinnamon stick standing in the glass for stirring."]},{"n":"Brown Sugar Milk Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B98863","z":"none","ing":["black tea","brown sugar","milk","cream"],"steps":["Brew 120 ml strong black tea (2 tea bags, 4 minutes) and let it cool.","Heat 2 tbsp brown sugar with 1 tbsp water for 1 minute until syrupy, then swirl it inside a tall glass.","Add ice, pour in 100 ml cold milk and the tea, then float 2 tbsp cream on top.","Serve right away without stirring so the brown sugar stripes show, with a wide straw for the drinker to mix."]},{"n":"Iced London Fog","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C4AE95","z":"none","ing":["black tea","milk","vanilla essence","honey"],"opt":["lavender syrup"],"steps":["Steep 2 Earl Grey (or any black) tea bags in 120 ml hot water for 4 minutes; remove them.","Stir in 2 tsp honey and 2 drops vanilla essence, then let it cool.","Pour over a tall glass of ice and top with 120 ml cold milk. Optional: add 1 tsp lavender syrup.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside a scone or a butter biscuit."]},{"n":"Ginger Honey Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C27D35","z":"lemon","ing":["black tea","ginger","honey","lemon"],"steps":["Steep 1 black tea bag and 4 thin slices fresh ginger in 200 ml hot water for 5 minutes.","Remove the tea bag, stir in 2 tsp honey and let it cool.","Strain into a tall glass of ice, add 2 tsp lemon juice and a lemon slice.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside light snacks like roasted makhana."]},{"n":"Orange Star Anise Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C9702E","z":"orange","ing":["black tea","orange","star anise","honey"],"steps":["Steep 1 black tea bag and 1 star anise in 200 ml hot water for 5 minutes; remove both.","Squeeze in the juice of half an orange and stir in 1 tsp honey; let it cool.","Pour into a tall glass of ice and add an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw and a fresh star anise floating on top for looks."]},{"n":"Passion Fruit Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#D99A2E","z":"none","ing":["black tea","passion fruit","sugar"],"steps":["Brew 150 ml black tea (1 tea bag, 4 minutes), stir in 2 tsp sugar and let it cool.","Scoop the pulp of 2 passion fruits into a tall glass.","Add ice, pour in the tea and stir well so the seeds spread through the drink.","Serve right away with a wide straw so the seeds come through, and give it a stir between sips."]},{"n":"Blueberry Basil Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#5E3E5A","z":"berry","ing":["black tea","blueberries","basil","honey"],"steps":["Steep 1 black tea bag in 180 ml hot water for 4 minutes, remove it and stir in 2 tsp honey; cool.","In a tall glass, lightly crush 60 ml blueberries with 3 basil leaves.","Add ice, pour in the cooled tea and stir.","Serve right away with a straw and a small basil sprig on top, alongside light snacks."]},{"n":"Cranberry Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#A8343F","z":"orange","ing":["black tea","cranberry juice","orange"],"steps":["Brew 120 ml black tea (1 tea bag, 4 minutes) and let it cool.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 100 ml cranberry juice and the juice of a quarter orange.","Pour in the tea, stir and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away, ice-cold, with a straw, alongside salted cashews or crackers."]},{"n":"Coconut Milk Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#CDAF8B","z":"none","ing":["black tea","coconut milk","brown sugar"],"steps":["Brew 150 ml strong black tea (2 tea bags, 4 minutes) and stir in 2 tsp brown sugar.","Let it cool, then pour over a tall glass of ice.","Top with 60 ml coconut milk and stir slowly to blend.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside banana chips or a light biscuit."]},{"n":"Iced Matcha Latte","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#A9C47F","z":"none","ing":["matcha","milk","honey"],"steps":["Sift 1 tsp matcha into a small bowl and add 30 ml hot (not boiling, about 80°C) water.","Whisk in a zigzag for 30 seconds until smooth and frothy, then stir in 1 tsp honey.","Fill a tall glass with ice and 180 ml cold milk, then pour the matcha on top.","Serve right away without stirring so the green layer shows, with a straw for the drinker to mix."]},{"n":"Matcha Frappe","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B6CF8E","z":"none","ing":["matcha","milk","sugar","vanilla essence","cream"],"steps":["Add 1.5 tsp matcha, 180 ml milk, 2 tsp sugar, 2 drops vanilla essence and 8 ice cubes to a blender.","Blend for 30 seconds until smooth and icy.","Pour into a tall glass and top with 2 tbsp whipped cream.","Serve immediately before it melts, with a wide straw and a light dusting of matcha over the cream."]},{"n":"Strawberry Matcha Latte","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E89AA8","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","sugar","milk","matcha"],"steps":["Mash 4 strawberries with 2 tsp sugar and spoon into the bottom of a tall glass.","Add ice and pour in 150 ml cold milk.","Whisk 1 tsp matcha with 30 ml hot water for 30 seconds and pour slowly on top for three layers.","Serve right away without stirring so the three layers show, with a straw for mixing at the table."]},{"n":"Matcha Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9CC067","z":"lime","ing":["matcha","tonic water","lime"],"steps":["Whisk 1 tsp matcha with 30 ml hot water (about 80°C) for 30 seconds; let it cool.","Fill a tall glass with ice, add 1 tsp lime juice and pour in 150 ml tonic water.","Pour the matcha slowly on top so it floats, and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away without stirring so the matcha floats, with a straw while still fizzy."]},{"n":"Honey Lemon Green Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#D8D27C","z":"lemon","ing":["green tea","honey","lemon"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Steep 1 green tea bag in 200 ml hot (not boiling) water for 2-3 minutes, then remove it.","Stir in 2 tsp honey and 2 tsp lemon juice and let it cool.","Pour over a tall glass of ice and add a lemon slice (and a mint sprig, optional).","Serve right away, ice-cold, with a straw, alongside light snacks like roasted makhana or nuts."]},{"n":"Kiwi Green Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B6C760","z":"lime","ing":["green tea","kiwi","honey","lime"],"steps":["Steep 1 green tea bag in 180 ml hot water for 2-3 minutes, remove it, stir in 2 tsp honey and cool.","Peel 1 kiwi, mash it in a tall glass and add 1 tsp lime juice.","Add ice, pour in the cooled tea, stir and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a wide straw so the kiwi bits come through, alongside a light snack."]},{"n":"Cucumber Green Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#CFE0A8","z":"mint","ing":["green tea","cucumber","mint","lime"],"opt":["honey"],"steps":["Brew 180 ml green tea (1 tea bag, 2-3 minutes) and let it cool.","In a tall glass, gently press 4 cucumber slices and 6 mint leaves with a spoon.","Add ice, 1 tsp lime juice and the cooled tea; stir. Optional: sweeten with 1 tsp honey.","Serve right away, ice-cold, with a straw and a cucumber slice on the rim."]},{"n":"Apple Ginger Green Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#D4B862","z":"none","ing":["green tea","apple juice","ginger"],"steps":["Steep 1 green tea bag with 3 thin slices fresh ginger in 150 ml hot water for 3 minutes.","Remove the tea bag and ginger and let the tea cool.","Pour into a tall glass of ice with 100 ml apple juice and stir.","Serve right away with a straw and a thin apple slice on the rim, alongside light snacks."]},{"n":"Matcha Affogato","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#D7E3B0","z":"none","ing":["matcha","ice cream"],"steps":["Put 2 scoops vanilla ice cream in a short glass.","Whisk 1 tsp matcha with 40 ml hot water (about 80°C) for 30 seconds until frothy.","Pour the hot matcha over the ice cream and eat with a spoon straight away.","Serve on a small plate with a napkin, with a crisp biscuit on the side for dipping."]},{"n":"Banana Matcha Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C3D38A","z":"none","ing":["matcha","banana","almond milk","honey"],"steps":["Add 1 frozen banana, 1 tsp matcha, 180 ml almond milk and 1 tsp honey to a blender.","Blend for 40 seconds until thick and pale green.","Pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately while thick and cold, with a wide straw and a light dusting of matcha on top."]},{"n":"Lychee Green Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E8E4C4","z":"none","ing":["green tea","lychee juice","lime"],"opt":["lychee"],"steps":["Brew 120 ml green tea (1 tea bag, 2-3 minutes) and let it cool.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 100 ml lychee juice and 1 tsp lime juice.","Pour in the tea and stir. Optional: drop in 2 peeled lychees.","Serve right away, ice-cold, with a straw and a lime wedge on the rim."]},{"n":"Moroccan Mint Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#B9B85A","z":"mint","ing":["green tea","mint","sugar"],"steps":["Steep 1 green tea bag and about 15 mint leaves in 200 ml hot water for 4 minutes.","Remove the tea bag, stir in 2 tsp sugar and let it cool with the mint still in.","Strain into a tall glass of ice and add a fresh mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside a few dates or almonds."]},{"n":"Mango Matcha Latte","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E8C25C","z":"none","ing":["mango","matcha","milk","honey"],"steps":["Blend 100 ml chopped mango with 1 tsp honey for 10 seconds and pour into a tall glass.","Add ice and 150 ml cold milk.","Whisk 1 tsp matcha with 30 ml hot water for 30 seconds and pour slowly on top for layers.","Serve right away without stirring so the mango, milk and matcha layers show, with a straw to mix."]},{"n":"Elderflower Green Tea Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#DDE3A8","z":"lime","ing":["green tea","elderflower syrup","soda water","cucumber"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Brew 100 ml green tea (1 tea bag, 2-3 minutes) and let it cool.","Fill a wine glass with ice and add 2 tsp elderflower syrup and 2 thin cucumber ribbons.","Pour in the tea and top with 80 ml soda water; stir gently. Optional: add a lime wheel.","Serve right away while still fizzy, holding the glass by the stem, with light snacks like crackers and cheese."]},{"n":"Frozen Hot Chocolate","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#6B4632","z":"none","ing":["cocoa powder","chocolate syrup","milk","sugar","cream"],"steps":["Mix 1 tbsp cocoa powder and 2 tsp sugar with 2 tbsp hot milk to a smooth paste.","Blend the paste with 150 ml cold milk, 1 tbsp chocolate syrup and 8 ice cubes for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and top with 2 tbsp whipped cream.","Serve immediately before it melts, with a wide straw and some grated chocolate on the cream."]},{"n":"Chocolate Egg Cream","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8C6A55","z":"none","ing":["chocolate syrup","milk","soda water"],"steps":["Pour 2 tbsp chocolate syrup into a tall glass.","Add 100 ml very cold milk.","Quickly pour in 120 ml soda water while stirring hard until a foamy head forms. Drink at once (it has no egg).","Serve with a straw on a coaster, alongside a salty pretzel or a few crackers."]},{"n":"Chilli Chocolate Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#5A3524","z":"none","ing":["milk","cocoa powder","honey","cinnamon","green chilli"],"steps":["Warm 180 ml milk with 1 tbsp cocoa powder, 2 tsp honey, 1/4 tsp cinnamon and 1 thin slice green chilli.","Stir for 2 minutes over low heat (do not boil), then remove the chilli.","Chill in the fridge for 20 minutes and pour over ice in a short glass. It has a gentle warm kick.","Serve well chilled on a coaster with a pinch of cinnamon on top, alongside a plain biscuit."]},{"n":"Mint Chocolate Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#6E5644","z":"mint","ing":["mint","chocolate syrup","ice cream","milk"],"steps":["Add 10 mint leaves and 150 ml milk to a blender and blend for 15 seconds.","Add 3 scoops vanilla ice cream and 2 tbsp chocolate syrup, then blend for 20 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and top with a mint sprig.","Serve immediately while thick and cold, with a wide straw and a chocolate cookie on the side."]},{"n":"Chocolate Coconut Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#6F4D3A","z":"none","ing":["cocoa powder","coconut milk","maple syrup","coconut cream"],"steps":["Add 200 ml coconut milk, 1 tbsp cocoa powder, 1 tbsp maple syrup and 6 ice cubes to a blender.","Blend for 30 seconds until frothy.","Pour into a tall glass and spoon 1 tbsp chilled coconut cream on top.","Serve immediately while frothy, with a straw and a pinch of grated coconut over the cream."]},{"n":"Raspberry Chocolate Milk","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9A5560","z":"berry","ing":["raspberries","chocolate syrup","milk"],"steps":["Mash 10 raspberries in a tall glass with the back of a spoon.","Add 2 tbsp chocolate syrup and stir together.","Add ice, pour in 200 ml cold milk and stir well.","Serve well chilled with a straw, alongside a brownie or a chocolate biscuit."]},{"n":"Chocolate Almond Milk","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8A6A52","z":"none","ing":["almond milk","cocoa powder","maple syrup","vanilla essence","salt"],"steps":["Whisk 1 tbsp cocoa powder, 1 tbsp maple syrup and a tiny pinch of salt with 2 tbsp warm water until smooth.","Stir in 200 ml cold almond milk and 2 drops vanilla essence.","Pour over ice in a tall glass.","Serve well chilled with a straw and a pinch of cocoa on top, alongside a few almonds."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Cola Float","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#4A2A18","z":"none","ing":["cola","ice cream"],"steps":["Put 2 scoops vanilla ice cream into a tall glass.","Slowly pour in 200 ml chilled cola, tilting the glass so it doesn't foam over.","Serve with a spoon and a straw.","Serve immediately before the ice cream melts, on a plate or napkin to catch any foam."]},{"n":"Orange Soda Float","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F6A443","z":"orange","ing":["orange soda","ice cream"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Put 2 scoops vanilla ice cream into a tall glass.","Slowly pour in 200 ml chilled orange soda; let the foam settle and top up.","Garnish with an orange slice and serve with a spoon and straw.","Serve immediately before the ice cream melts, on a napkin to catch any foam that spills over."]},{"n":"Fudge Sundae Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E3CDB0","z":"berry","ing":["ice cream","milk","chocolate syrup","cream","cherry"],"steps":["Swirl 2 tbsp chocolate syrup around the inside of a tall glass.","Blend 3 scoops vanilla ice cream with 120 ml milk for 20 seconds (keep it thick).","Pour into the glass and top with 2 tbsp whipped cream, 1 tsp chocolate syrup and a cherry.","Serve immediately with a wide straw and a long spoon, on a napkin to catch chocolate drips."],"gar":["cherry"]},{"n":"Banana Split Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F0D49A","z":"berry","ing":["banana","strawberries","pineapple","ice cream","chocolate syrup","milk"],"steps":["Add 1 banana, 3 strawberries, 50 ml chopped pineapple and 120 ml milk to a blender.","Add 2 scoops vanilla ice cream and blend for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass and drizzle 1 tbsp chocolate syrup over the top.","Serve immediately with a wide straw and a long spoon, with a banana slice on the rim."]},{"n":"Raspberry Italian Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E8708E","z":"berry","ing":["raspberries","sugar","soda water","cream"],"steps":["Mash 12 raspberries with 2 tsp sugar and 1 tbsp water, then press through a sieve into a tall glass.","Fill the glass with ice and pour in 180 ml soda water.","Float 2 tbsp cream on top and stir gently as you drink.","Serve right away with a straw while still fizzy, on a coaster with a few raspberries on top."]},{"n":"Tres Leches Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F1E3C6","z":"none","ing":["milk","condensed milk","cream","ice cream","cinnamon"],"steps":["Add 120 ml milk, 2 tbsp condensed milk, 2 tbsp cream and 2 scoops vanilla ice cream to a blender.","Blend for 30 seconds until smooth.","Pour into a tall glass and dust with a pinch of cinnamon.","Serve immediately, well chilled, with a straw and a small slice of sponge cake on the side."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Peanut Butter Banana Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#D9B587","z":"none","ing":["peanut butter","banana","milk","honey"],"steps":["Add 1 ripe banana (frozen is best), 1 tbsp peanut butter, 200 ml milk and 1 tsp honey to a blender.","Blend for 40 seconds until thick and creamy.","Pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately while thick and cold, with a wide straw, ideally as a filling breakfast or after a workout."]},{"n":"PB & Jelly Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C77B83","z":"berry","ing":["peanut butter","strawberries","raspberries","milk","honey"],"steps":["Add 6 strawberries, 50 ml raspberries and 180 ml milk to a blender.","Add 1 tbsp peanut butter, 1 tsp honey and 4 ice cubes.","Blend for 40 seconds, pour into a tall glass and top with a raspberry.","Serve immediately with a wide straw and a long spoon, alongside a slice of toast."]},{"n":"Chocolate Peanut Butter Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7A5338","z":"none","ing":["peanut butter","chocolate syrup","ice cream","milk"],"steps":["Add 150 ml milk, 3 scoops vanilla ice cream, 1 tbsp peanut butter and 2 tbsp chocolate syrup to a blender.","Blend for 30 seconds until smooth.","Pour into a tall glass and drizzle a little chocolate syrup on top.","Serve immediately while thick and cold, with a wide straw and a few crushed peanuts on top."]},{"n":"Banoffee Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#D2A877","z":"none","ing":["banana","caramel syrup","condensed milk","ice cream","milk"],"steps":["Add 1 banana, 120 ml milk, 1 tbsp condensed milk and 2 scoops vanilla ice cream to a blender.","Add 1 tbsp caramel syrup and blend for 30 seconds.","Drizzle 1 tsp caramel syrup inside a tall glass and pour in the shake.","Serve immediately with a wide straw, topped with a few banana slices and a crushed biscuit."]},{"n":"Peanut Butter Iced Coffee","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#A57E5C","z":"none","ing":["peanut butter","cold coffee / espresso","milk","maple syrup"],"steps":["Whisk 1 tbsp peanut butter and 1 tbsp maple syrup into a hot double espresso (60 ml) until smooth.","Blend or shake with 150 ml cold milk for 10 seconds.","Pour over a tall glass of ice.","Serve right away with a straw, giving it a stir first, alongside a banana or a cookie."]},{"n":"Chocolate Banana Smoothie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8B6448","z":"none","ing":["banana","cocoa powder","milk","honey"],"steps":["Add 1 frozen banana, 1 tbsp cocoa powder, 200 ml milk and 2 tsp honey to a blender.","Blend for 40 seconds until smooth and chocolatey.","Pour into a tall glass.","Serve immediately while cold and thick, with a wide straw and a pinch of cocoa on top."]},{"n":"Brazilian Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#EDF2DC","z":"lime","ing":["lime","sugar","condensed milk"],"steps":["Wash 1 lime, cut it into 8 pieces with the skin on and add to a blender with 200 ml cold water and 2 tsp sugar.","Pulse 4-5 times only (about 5 seconds in total), or the peel turns bitter.","Strain into a jug and stir in 2 tbsp condensed milk until creamy.","Pour over ice in a tall glass and serve right away.","Serve with a straw and a lime wheel on the rim, alongside salty snacks like nachos or chips."]},{"n":"Almond Horchata","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#EDE0CB","z":"none","ing":["almond milk","cinnamon","vanilla essence","sugar"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp sugar, 1/4 tsp cinnamon and 2 drops vanilla essence into 220 ml cold almond milk.","Shake in a jar with 4 ice cubes for 15 seconds until frothy.","Strain into a tall glass of fresh ice and dust with a pinch of cinnamon.","Serve well chilled with a straw and a cinnamon stick in the glass, alongside spicy snacks."]},{"n":"Strawberry Coconut Milk","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F3C0C6","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","coconut milk","honey"],"steps":["Mash 6 strawberries with 2 tsp honey in a tall glass.","Add ice and pour in 180 ml cold coconut milk (drinking kind, or tinned mixed 1:1 with water).","Stir well and top with a strawberry slice.","Serve well chilled with a straw and a long spoon for the mashed strawberries."]},{"n":"Lychee Coconut Cream","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F5F0E6","z":"lime","ing":["lychee juice","coconut milk","lime"],"opt":["lychee"],"steps":["Shake 120 ml lychee juice, 80 ml coconut milk and 1 tsp lime juice with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass of fresh ice.","Garnish with a lime wheel and a peeled lychee (optional).","Serve well chilled with a straw, alongside light snacks like spring rolls."]},{"n":"Passion Coconut Cream","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#F3D8A0","z":"none","ing":["passion fruit","coconut milk","honey","lime"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 2 passion fruits into a jar.","Add 120 ml coconut milk, 2 tsp honey, 1 tsp lime juice and 5 ice cubes.","Close the lid, shake hard for 15 seconds and pour everything into a short glass.","Serve right away, well chilled, with a short straw and a small spoon for the seeds."]},{"n":"Coconut Cream Shake","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#F6F1E4","z":"none","ing":["coconut cream","coconut milk","ice cream","sugar"],"steps":["Add 2 tbsp coconut cream, 150 ml coconut milk, 2 scoops vanilla ice cream and 1 tsp sugar to a blender.","Blend for 30 seconds until thick and white.","Pour into a tall glass and serve chilled.","Serve immediately with a wide straw and some toasted coconut flakes sprinkled on top."]},{"n":"Kombucha Berry Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#C45A6E","z":"berry","ing":["kombucha","raspberries","mint"],"steps":["Lightly crush 8 raspberries and 5 mint leaves in the bottom of a tall glass.","Fill with ice and pour in 200 ml chilled plain or ginger kombucha.","Stir gently and top with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw while still fizzy, alongside light snacks like hummus and crackers."]},{"n":"Ginger Kombucha Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#D8C27A","z":"lime","ing":["kombucha","ginger","lime","honey"],"steps":["Grate 1/2 tsp fresh ginger into a tall glass, add 1 tsp honey and 2 tsp lime juice and stir.","Fill with ice and pour in 200 ml chilled kombucha.","Stir gently and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while still fizzy, alongside spicy pakoras or chips."]},{"n":"Kombucha Float","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E8D8B4","z":"none","ing":["kombucha","ice cream"],"steps":["Put 2 scoops vanilla ice cream into a tall glass.","Slowly pour in 200 ml chilled fruit kombucha (berry or ginger works well); it will foam.","Serve straight away with a spoon and straw.","Serve on a saucer or coaster to catch any foam that spills over, with crisp butter cookies on the side."]},{"n":"Mango Chilli Kombucha","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#EBA94A","z":"lime","ing":["kombucha","mango juice","green chilli","lime"],"steps":["Drop 1 thin slice green chilli into a tall glass with 1 tsp lime juice.","Add ice, 80 ml mango juice and 150 ml chilled kombucha.","Stir gently; take the chilli out after 2 minutes for a mild drink. Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy, alongside salted peanuts or masala chips."]},{"n":"Pomegranate Kombucha","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#B8394E","z":"orange","ing":["kombucha","pomegranate juice","orange"],"steps":["Fill a wine glass with ice and add 60 ml pomegranate juice.","Squeeze in the juice of a quarter orange and top with 150 ml chilled kombucha.","Stir once and garnish with a thin orange slice.","Serve right away while the bubbles are lively, holding the glass by the stem, with a small bowl of roasted almonds."]},{"n":"Lavender Lemon Kombucha","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#E8DCA6","z":"lemon","ing":["kombucha","lavender syrup","lemon"],"steps":["Add 2 tsp lavender syrup and 2 tsp lemon juice to a tall glass and stir.","Fill with ice and pour in 200 ml chilled kombucha.","Stir gently and garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw on a coaster, alongside light lemon biscuits or shortbread."]},{"n":"Kombucha Green Tea Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#DCCB84","z":"none","ing":["kombucha","green tea","peach","honey"],"steps":["Brew 100 ml green tea (1 tea bag, 2-3 minutes), stir in 1 tsp honey and let it cool.","Slice half a peach and drop the slices into a tall glass with ice.","Pour in the tea and 120 ml chilled kombucha; stir gently.","Serve chilled within 10 minutes with a straw, a peach slice on the rim, alongside light cucumber sandwiches."]},{"n":"Pineapple Nojito","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3e39b","z":"mint","ing":["pineapple","mint","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 4 pineapple chunks, 8 mint leaves, 2 tsp sugar and 20 ml lime juice in a tall glass for 15 seconds.","Fill the glass to the top with crushed ice.","Pour in 120 ml soda water and stir gently from the bottom up.","Garnish with a mint sprig and a small pineapple wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while the crushed ice is fresh, alongside spicy chicken tikka or nachos."]},{"n":"Passion Fruit Nojito","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f0c24b","z":"mint","ing":["passion fruit","mint","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 1 passion fruit into a tall glass.","Add 8 mint leaves, 2 tsp sugar and 15 ml lime juice; press gently with a muddler for 10 seconds.","Fill with crushed ice and top with 120 ml soda water.","Stir once and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a wide straw so the seeds come through, alongside salted cashews."]},{"n":"Coconut Nojito","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef2e6","z":"mint","ing":["coconut water","mint","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 8 mint leaves with 2 tsp sugar and 20 ml lime juice in a tall glass.","Fill with ice and pour in 120 ml chilled coconut water.","Top with 50 ml soda water and stir gently.","Garnish with a lime wheel and a mint sprig.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a straw and a small bowl of banana chips on the side."]},{"n":"Blueberry Nojito","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#6a4a8c","z":"berry","ing":["blueberries","mint","lime","honey","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 12 blueberries, 8 mint leaves, 2 tsp honey and 20 ml lime juice in a tall glass.","Fill with crushed ice.","Top with 120 ml soda water and stir from the bottom up.","Garnish with a few whole blueberries and a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw so you can stir up the berries, alongside cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Strawberry Nojito","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e65a68","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","mint","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Hull and quarter 3 strawberries and drop them into a tall glass.","Add 8 mint leaves, 2 tsp sugar and 20 ml lime juice; muddle for 15 seconds.","Fill with crushed ice and top with 120 ml soda water.","Stir and garnish with a strawberry and a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw on a coaster, alongside a light snack like salted popcorn."]},{"n":"Cinnamon Nojito","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e3d3a6","z":"mint","ing":["mint","lime","brown sugar","cinnamon","soda water"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp brown sugar and a pinch of cinnamon into 20 ml lime juice in a tall glass.","Add 8 mint leaves and muddle gently for 10 seconds.","Fill with crushed ice and top with 120 ml soda water.","Stir and garnish with a mint sprig and a light dusting of cinnamon.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside warm spiced nuts or a slice of apple cake."]},{"n":"Virgin Mary","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b5302a","z":"lemon","ing":["tomato juice","lemon","Tabasco","black pepper","celery","salt"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 150 ml tomato juice, 15 ml lemon juice, 3 dashes Tabasco, a pinch of salt and 2 pinches black pepper.","Stir well for 15 seconds so the seasoning spreads evenly.","Garnish with a celery stick and a lemon wedge.","Serve right away, well chilled, with a straw and a napkin, alongside spicy pakoras or a cheese sandwich."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Virgin Green Mary","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9fc06a","z":"lime","ing":["cucumber","celery","lime","green chilli","coriander","salt"],"steps":["Blend 1/2 cucumber, 1 celery stick, 1/2 green chilli, a small handful of coriander and 60 ml water for 30 seconds.","Strain into a jug, pressing the pulp with a spoon.","Stir in 20 ml lime juice and a pinch of salt.","Pour over ice in a tall glass and garnish with a celery stick.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a straw, alongside crunchy papdi chaat or roasted chana."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Virgin Michelada","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c4553a","z":"lime","ing":["tomato juice","lime","Tabasco","salt","soda water"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a tall glass and dip it in salt.","Fill with ice and add 25 ml lime juice, 60 ml tomato juice and 2 dashes Tabasco.","Top slowly with 120 ml soda water and stir once.","Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away while fizzy, without a straw so each sip touches the salt rim, with spicy nachos and salsa."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Sangrita","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#d4572e","z":"orange","ing":["tomato juice","orange juice","lime","rose syrup / grenadine","green chilli"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Finely chop 1/4 green chilli.","In a small jug stir 40 ml tomato juice, 40 ml orange juice, 10 ml lime juice, 1 tsp grenadine and the chilli.","Rest 5 minutes, then strain into a short glass over 2 ice cubes.","Garnish with an orange slice and sip slowly.","Serve cool on a napkin, next to a small plate of spicy grilled corn or chilli peanuts."]},{"n":"Virgin Bloody Maria","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#b83a2a","z":"lime","ing":["tomato juice","lime","green chilli","coriander","cumin powder","salt"],"steps":["Muddle 2 thin slices green chilli and 6 coriander leaves in a shaker.","Add 150 ml tomato juice, 20 ml lime juice, 1/4 tsp cumin powder, a pinch of salt and ice.","Tip the shaker gently end to end 6 times instead of shaking hard, to keep it smooth.","Strain into an ice-filled tall glass and garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away, well chilled, with a straw, alongside spicy tacos or masala papad."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Faux Margarita","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e6e3a8","z":"lime","ing":["lime","orange juice","honey","salt"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge on half the rim of a coupe and dip it in salt.","Add 30 ml lime juice, 30 ml orange juice, 2 tsp honey and 30 ml water to a shaker with ice.","Shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain into the coupe and garnish with a thin lime wheel.","Serve right away without a straw, sipping from the salted side, with tortilla chips and salsa."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Faux Chilli Margarita","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#d6e09c","z":"lime","ing":["green chilli","cucumber","lime","orange juice","honey","salt"],"steps":["Salt the rim of a short glass using a lime wedge, then fill with ice.","Muddle 2 slices green chilli and 3 cucumber slices in a shaker.","Add 30 ml lime juice, 30 ml orange juice, 2 tsp honey and ice; shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into the glass and garnish with a cucumber slice.","Serve right away without a straw so you get the salt rim, alongside guacamole and chips."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Faux Mango Margarita","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f6b333","z":"lime","ing":["mango","lime","orange juice","sugar","salt"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge on the rim of a short glass and dip it in salt.","Blend 1/2 ripe mango (chopped), 25 ml lime juice, 30 ml orange juice, 1 tsp sugar and 6 ice cubes for 30 seconds.","Pour into the glass and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve immediately before it melts, with a short straw and some salted tortilla chips."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Faux Watermelon Margarita","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f0627a","z":"lime","ing":["watermelon","lime","orange juice","honey","salt"],"steps":["Salt half the rim of a coupe using a lime wedge.","Muddle 8 watermelon cubes in a shaker until juicy.","Add 25 ml lime juice, 20 ml orange juice, 1 tsp honey and ice; shake for 15 seconds.","Strain through a small sieve into the coupe and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away, well chilled and without a straw, alongside spicy grilled paneer."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Faux Pink Paloma","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3a3a5","z":"lime","ing":["pomegranate juice","lime","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","salt"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge on the rim of a tall glass, dip it in salt and fill with ice.","Add 60 ml pomegranate juice and 20 ml lime juice.","Top with 120 ml lemon soda and stir gently.","Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside fish tacos or spicy nachos."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Faux Garibaldi","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7973a","z":"orange","ing":["orange juice","pomegranate juice","tonic water"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and add 30 ml pomegranate juice and 20 ml tonic water.","Blend 120 ml cold orange juice on high for 20 seconds until light and fluffy.","Pour the fluffy juice over the top so it sits in a soft layer.","Garnish with an orange slice and stir before drinking.","Serve right away while the top is still fluffy, with a straw for stirring, alongside a buttery croissant."]},{"n":"Faux Banana Daiquiri","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f1e1a0","z":"lime","ing":["banana","lime","pineapple juice","sugar"],"steps":["Blend 1/2 ripe banana, 25 ml lime juice, 40 ml pineapple juice, 1 tsp sugar and 6 ice cubes for 30 seconds.","Pour into a chilled coupe.","Garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve immediately before it melts, with a short straw and a few coconut cookies on the side."]},{"n":"Faux Frosé","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f4878f","z":"berry","ing":["watermelon","strawberries","lemon","honey"],"steps":["Freeze 10 watermelon cubes and 3 strawberries for at least 2 hours.","Blend the frozen fruit with 20 ml lemon juice, 2 tsp honey and 60 ml cold water for 30 seconds.","Spoon into a chilled wine glass.","Garnish with a fresh strawberry.","Serve immediately before it melts, with a small spoon, alongside light cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Faux Basil Gimlet","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#c8de88","z":"lime","ing":["basil","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Muddle 6 basil leaves with 2 tsp sugar in a shaker.","Add 30 ml lime juice, 45 ml cold water and ice; shake hard for 15 seconds.","Strain through a small sieve into a chilled coupe.","Float a small basil leaf on top.","Serve right away while ice cold, without a straw, alongside a small bowl of olives or salted nuts."]},{"n":"Faux Aviation","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#cdbfe0","z":"berry","ing":["lavender syrup","lemon","cherry"],"steps":["Muddle 1 pitted cherry in a shaker.","Add 15 ml lavender syrup, 25 ml lemon juice, 45 ml cold water and ice; shake for 15 seconds.","Strain through a small sieve into a chilled coupe.","Drop a fresh cherry into the glass.","Serve right away while ice cold, without a straw, holding the coupe by the stem, with almond biscuits."]},{"n":"Faux French 75","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f2ecc4","z":"lemon","ing":["lemon","sugar","tonic water","soda water"],"steps":["Shake 20 ml lemon juice and 2 tsp sugar with ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe or flute.","Top with 40 ml tonic water and 40 ml soda water for a dry, bubbly finish.","Garnish with a long lemon twist.","Serve right away while bubbly, without a straw, holding the glass by the stem, with salted crisps."]},{"n":"Faux Bellini","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f8c597","z":"none","ing":["peach","lemon","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Blend 1 ripe peeled peach with 1 tsp sugar and 10 ml lemon juice until smooth.","Spoon 60 ml of the purée into a wine glass.","Slowly top with 100 ml chilled soda water and stir gently once.","Serve right away while bubbly, with a thin peach slice on the rim and a few salted crackers on the side."]},{"n":"Faux Kir Royale","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#7e1d3c","z":"berry","ing":["grape juice","raspberries","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 4 raspberries in the bottom of a coupe.","Add 30 ml grape juice and stir.","Top slowly with 90 ml chilled soda water.","Garnish with a raspberry.","Serve right away while still fizzy, without a straw, alongside a few dark chocolate squares."]},{"n":"Faux Aperol Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f2722b","z":"orange","ing":["orange marmalade","rose syrup / grenadine","lemon","tonic water","soda water"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp orange marmalade, 1 tsp grenadine and 10 ml lemon juice into 20 ml warm water until dissolved.","Strain into a wine glass full of ice.","Add 90 ml tonic water and 30 ml soda water.","Stir once and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw while bubbly, alongside olives, chips or cheese cubes."]},{"n":"No-groni","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#9b1b30","z":"orange","ing":["cranberry juice","grape juice","tonic water","orange"],"steps":["Fill a short glass with ice, ideally one large cube.","Pour in 30 ml cranberry juice, 30 ml grape juice and 30 ml tonic water.","Stir for 10 seconds.","Squeeze a strip of orange peel over the drink and drop it in.","Serve right away without a straw on a coaster, alongside salted almonds or olives."],"gar":["orange"]},{"n":"Faux Old Fashioned","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#b6651e","z":"orange","ing":["apple juice","maple syrup","cinnamon","cloves","orange","cherry"],"steps":["In a short glass, stir 1 tsp maple syrup with 2 cloves and a small cinnamon stick for 10 seconds.","Add 60 ml apple juice and 1 large ice cube.","Stir for 20 seconds to chill.","Twist a strip of orange peel over the top and garnish with a cherry.","Serve right away without a straw on a coaster, alongside roasted cashews or dark chocolate."],"gar":["orange","cherry"]},{"n":"Faux Sazerac","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#6e2a2a","z":"lemon","ing":["grape juice","star anise","sugar","lemon"],"steps":["Lightly crush 1 star anise and stir with 1 tsp sugar and 1 tsp hot water in a mixing glass for 30 seconds.","Add 70 ml grape juice and ice; stir for 20 seconds.","Strain into a chilled short glass with no ice.","Squeeze a strip of lemon peel over the top, then discard it.","Serve right away while ice cold, without a straw, alongside a few salted walnuts or pecans."],"gar":["lemon"]},{"n":"Faux Pimm's Cup","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c98b4b","z":"mint","ing":["ginger ale","lemonade","cucumber","strawberries","orange","mint"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice, 3 cucumber slices, 2 halved strawberries and 1 orange slice.","Pour in 100 ml lemonade and 80 ml ginger ale.","Stir gently to mix the fruit through.","Top with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw and a long spoon for the fruit, alongside cucumber sandwiches."],"gar":["cucumber","orange","mint"]},{"n":"Faux Mai Tai","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e8893a","z":"mint","ing":["pineapple juice","orange juice","lime","rose syrup / grenadine","vanilla essence"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Add 60 ml pineapple juice, 30 ml orange juice, 20 ml lime juice, 1 tsp grenadine and 2 drops vanilla to a shaker.","Shake with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over crushed ice.","Garnish with a mint sprig and a squeezed lime half.","Serve right away with a short straw, alongside crispy coconut prawns or veg spring rolls."]},{"n":"Faux Hurricane","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e1402e","z":"orange","ing":["passion fruit","orange juice","lime","rose syrup / grenadine"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 1 passion fruit into a shaker.","Add 90 ml orange juice, 15 ml lime juice, 2 tsp grenadine and ice; shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass filled with ice.","Garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a straw, alongside spicy chicken wings or paneer tikka."]},{"n":"Faux Zombie","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d7832c","z":"mint","ing":["pineapple juice","lime","cinnamon","honey","rose syrup / grenadine"],"opt":["mint"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp honey with a pinch of cinnamon and 1 tsp hot water to make a quick syrup.","Shake the syrup with 90 ml pineapple juice, 20 ml lime juice, 1 tsp grenadine and ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass over crushed ice.","Dust lightly with cinnamon and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside crispy spring rolls or chilli potatoes."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Faux Painkiller","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f4d48b","z":"orange","ing":["pineapple juice","orange juice","coconut cream","nutmeg"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Add 90 ml pineapple juice, 30 ml orange juice and 20 ml coconut cream to a shaker with ice.","Shake hard for 20 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over crushed ice.","Grate a little nutmeg on top and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve well chilled right away with a short straw, alongside spicy grilled chicken or plantain chips."],"gar":["nutmeg"]},{"n":"Faux Singapore Sling","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ef7a87","z":"berry","ing":["pineapple juice","lime","rose syrup / grenadine","cherry","soda water"],"steps":["Shake 90 ml pineapple juice, 15 ml lime juice and 2 tsp grenadine with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass filled with ice.","Top with 50 ml soda water.","Garnish with a cherry and a pineapple wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside satay skewers or spring rolls."],"gar":["cherry"]},{"n":"Faux Blueberry Bramble","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#4c2f85","z":"berry","ing":["blueberries","lemon","sugar"],"steps":["Mash 10 blueberries with 1 tsp sugar and set aside.","Shake 25 ml lemon juice, 2 tsp sugar and 45 ml cold water with ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into a short glass packed with crushed ice.","Spoon the blueberry mash over the top so it bleeds down; garnish with 2 berries.","Serve right away without stirring so the berry streaks show, with a short straw and shortbread biscuits."]},{"n":"Faux Clover Club","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e47b89","z":"berry","ing":["raspberries","lemon","sugar","egg white"],"steps":["Muddle 5 raspberries in a shaker.","Add 25 ml lemon juice, 2 tsp sugar, 1 egg white and 30 ml water.","Shake without ice for 15 seconds, then add ice and shake 15 seconds more.","Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with a raspberry.","Serve right away while the foam is thick, without a straw, alongside almond biscuits."]},{"n":"Faux Amaretto Sour","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#efd29a","z":"berry","ing":["lemon","maple syrup","vanilla essence","egg white","cherry"],"steps":["Add 30 ml lemon juice, 15 ml maple syrup, 3 drops vanilla, 1 egg white and 30 ml water to a shaker.","Shake without ice for 15 seconds, then with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe.","Garnish with a cherry on a cocktail pick.","Serve right away while the foam is thick, without a straw, alongside almond biscotti."],"gar":["cherry"]},{"n":"Faux Pisco Sour","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#b98ba6","z":"none","ing":["grape juice","lime","sugar","egg white","cinnamon"],"steps":["Add 60 ml grape juice, 25 ml lime juice, 2 tsp sugar and 1 egg white to a shaker.","Shake without ice for 15 seconds, then with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a coupe and let the foam settle for 10 seconds.","Dust a pinch of cinnamon over the foam.","Serve right away without a straw so you sip through the foam, alongside spicy grilled corn."],"gar":["cinnamon"]},{"n":"Faux Pink Lady","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f2a7b6","z":"lemon","ing":["apple juice","lemon","rose syrup / grenadine","egg white"],"steps":["Add 45 ml apple juice, 20 ml lemon juice, 2 tsp grenadine and 1 egg white to a shaker.","Shake without ice for 15 seconds, then with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe.","Garnish with a thin lemon twist.","Serve right away while ice cold, without a straw, alongside light butter cookies."]},{"n":"Faux Silver Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f4f0dc","z":"lemon","ing":["lemon","sugar","egg white","soda water"],"steps":["Shake 30 ml lemon juice, 3 tsp sugar and 1 egg white without ice for 15 seconds.","Add ice and shake hard for 15 seconds more.","Strain into a chilled tall glass with no ice.","Slowly pour in 80 ml soda water so the foam rises; garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away while the foam stands tall, with a straw, alongside light cucumber sandwiches."]},{"n":"Faux Sidecar","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#e8a23c","z":"orange","ing":["orange juice","lemon","orange marmalade","sugar"],"steps":["Rub a lemon wedge on the rim of a coupe and dip it in sugar.","Shake 50 ml orange juice, 20 ml lemon juice and 2 tsp orange marmalade with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain through a small sieve into the coupe.","Garnish with an orange twist.","Serve right away while ice cold, without a straw, sipping from the sugared rim, with dark chocolate."],"gar":["sugar"]},{"n":"Faux Hot Toddy","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#d8a340","z":"lemon","ing":["honey","lemon","cloves","cinnamon"],"steps":["Press 3 cloves into a lemon slice.","Put 2 tsp honey, 15 ml lemon juice and a cinnamon stick into a heatproof glass.","Pour in 150 ml hot (not boiling) water and stir until the honey dissolves.","Add the clove-studded lemon slice and rest 2 minutes before sipping.","Serve warm within 5 minutes, glass on a saucer with a napkin to hold it, alongside ginger biscuits."],"h":1},{"n":"Faux Peach Julep","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f3c08d","z":"mint","ing":["peach","mint","brown sugar","lemon"],"steps":["Muddle 1/2 chopped ripe peach, 8 mint leaves and 2 tsp brown sugar in a short glass.","Add 10 ml lemon juice and 30 ml cold water, then pack the glass with crushed ice.","Stir for about 20 seconds until the outside of the glass frosts.","Top with more crushed ice and a big mint sprig.","Serve right away with a short straw tucked next to the mint, on a napkin to catch the frosty drips."]},{"n":"Faux Long Island","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8a4a1d","z":"lemon","ing":["lemon","orange juice","sugar","cola"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Shake 25 ml lemon juice, 30 ml orange juice and 1 tsp sugar with ice; strain into the glass.","Top with 100 ml cola so it looks like iced tea.","Stir once and garnish with a lemon wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside fries or chicken nuggets."]},{"n":"Faux Kalimotxo","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#4b1427","z":"lemon","ing":["grape juice","cola","lemon"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour in 100 ml grape juice and 100 ml cola.","Add 10 ml lemon juice and stir gently.","Garnish with a lemon wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside salty chips or small tapas-style snacks."]},{"n":"Faux El Diablo","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7c2449","z":"lime","ing":["grape juice","lime","ginger ale"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 20 ml lime juice and 120 ml ginger ale.","Slowly pour 40 ml grape juice over the back of a spoon so it sinks and swirls.","Garnish with a lime wedge and stir before sipping.","Serve right away with a straw for stirring, alongside spicy tacos or chilli paneer."]},{"n":"Faux Tinto de Verano","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#8a2342","z":"lemon","ing":["grape juice","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","lemon"],"steps":["Fill a wine glass with ice and a lemon slice.","Pour in 90 ml grape juice.","Top with 90 ml lemon soda and stir gently.","Squeeze in 5 ml lemon juice, more to taste.","Serve right away, ice cold, alongside olives, salted almonds or potato chips."]},{"n":"Faux Rebujito","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eee6a8","z":"mint","ing":["apple juice","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)","mint"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice and 6 mint leaves.","Pour in 80 ml apple juice.","Top with 120 ml lemon soda and stir gently to release the mint.","Garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside salty fried snacks like fries or pakoras."]},{"n":"Faux Bay Breeze","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#ef8a8c","z":"lime","ing":["cranberry juice","pineapple juice","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 90 ml cranberry juice and 60 ml pineapple juice.","Squeeze in 10 ml lime juice and stir.","Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a straw, alongside grilled prawns or salted cashews."]},{"n":"Faux Fuzzy Navel","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7a646","z":"orange","ing":["peach","orange juice","honey"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Blend 1/2 ripe peach with 1 tsp honey and 20 ml water until smooth.","Spoon into a tall glass and fill with ice.","Top with 150 ml orange juice and stir well.","Garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away, well chilled, with a straw, alongside a light breakfast like toast or pancakes."]},{"n":"Faux Woo Woo","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f0918c","z":"lime","ing":["peach","cranberry juice","lime"],"steps":["Blend 1/2 ripe peach with 30 ml water until smooth.","Pour into a tall glass and fill with ice.","Add 120 ml cranberry juice and 10 ml lime juice; stir well.","Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away, well chilled, with a straw, alongside popcorn or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Faux Cosmo","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#df5a77","z":"orange","ing":["cranberry juice","lime","orange juice","honey"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Add 60 ml cranberry juice, 20 ml orange juice, 15 ml lime juice and 1 tsp honey to a shaker.","Shake with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe.","Squeeze a strip of orange peel over the top and drop it in.","Serve right away while ice cold, without a straw, holding the coupe by its stem, with salted crackers."]},{"n":"Faux Eastside","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#cfe3b4","z":"mint","ing":["cucumber","mint","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Muddle 3 cucumber slices and 6 mint leaves with 2 tsp sugar in a shaker.","Add 25 ml lime juice, 45 ml cold water and ice; shake for 15 seconds.","Strain through a small sieve into a chilled coupe.","Float a thin cucumber slice and a mint leaf on top.","Serve right away while ice cold, without a straw, alongside light cucumber or paneer canapés."]},{"n":"Faux Lychee Martini","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f3ece0","z":"none","ing":["lychee juice","lime","lychee"],"steps":["Shake 90 ml lychee juice and 15 ml lime juice with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe.","Garnish with 1 peeled lychee on a cocktail pick.","Serve right away while ice cold, without a straw, alongside sushi or crispy veg spring rolls."]},{"n":"Faux Passion Fruit Martini","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f1b84a","z":"none","ing":["passion fruit","vanilla essence","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 1 passion fruit into a shaker; keep one empty half shell.","Add 20 ml lime juice, 2 tsp sugar, 3 drops vanilla, 30 ml water and ice; shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a coupe and float the half shell on top.","Serve 60 ml soda water in a small glass on the side.","Serve right away, ice cold and without a straw, with a few salted cashews on the side."]},{"n":"Faux Appletini","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#d4e48a","z":"none","ing":["apple","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Blend 1 chopped green apple with 60 ml water and 2 tsp sugar for 30 seconds.","Strain into a shaker, pressing the pulp with a spoon.","Add 15 ml lime juice and ice; shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with a thin apple slice.","Serve right away while ice cold, without a straw, before the apple browns, with cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Faux Harvey Wallbanger","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f7b13c","z":"orange","ing":["orange juice","vanilla essence","star anise","honey"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp honey with 1 star anise and 1 tsp hot water; rest 2 minutes, then remove the anise.","Stir 2 drops vanilla into the honey syrup.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 150 ml orange juice.","Drizzle the syrup over the top, stir and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside a breakfast snack like toast or muffins."]},{"n":"Faux Raspberry Rickey","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e2546c","z":"lime","ing":["raspberries","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 6 raspberries with 2 tsp sugar in a tall glass.","Add 25 ml lime juice and fill with ice.","Top with 150 ml soda water and stir.","Garnish with a lime wedge and a raspberry.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside salted crackers or popcorn."]},{"n":"Faux Sherry Cobbler","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#93372f","z":"orange","ing":["grape juice","orange","pineapple","sugar"],"opt":["raspberries"],"steps":["Muddle 2 orange slices, 2 pineapple chunks and 1 tsp sugar in a shaker.","Add 90 ml grape juice and ice; shake for 10 seconds.","Strain into a short glass packed with crushed ice.","Garnish with an orange slice and a few raspberries.","Serve right away with a short straw, alongside cheese cubes and crackers."]},{"n":"Faux Blood and Sand","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#c4462f","z":"berry","ing":["orange juice","grape juice","cherry"],"steps":["Muddle 3 pitted cherries in a shaker.","Add 45 ml orange juice, 30 ml grape juice and ice; shake for 15 seconds.","Strain through a small sieve into a chilled coupe.","Garnish with a cherry.","Serve right away while ice cold, without a straw, alongside dark chocolate or roasted nuts."]},{"n":"Mock Mule","t":"mocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#e8e1ae","z":"lime","ing":["lime","ginger","ginger ale","mint"],"steps":["Muddle 4 thin slices of fresh ginger in a copper mug.","Add 20 ml lime juice and fill with crushed ice.","Top with 150 ml ginger ale and stir.","Garnish with a lime wedge and a mint sprig.","Serve right away in the frosty mug on a coaster, alongside spicy peanuts or chilli chips."],"gar":["mint"]},{"n":"Faux Kentucky Mule","t":"mocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#d4a058","z":"mint","ing":["caramel syrup","vanilla essence","lime","ginger ale","mint"],"steps":["Stir 2 tsp caramel syrup, 2 drops vanilla and 15 ml lime juice in a copper mug.","Fill with crushed ice.","Top with 150 ml ginger ale and stir well.","Clap a big mint sprig between your hands and tuck it in as garnish.","Serve right away on a coaster while the mug is frosty, alongside salted caramel popcorn."],"gar":["mint"]},{"n":"Faux Mango Chilli Mule","t":"mocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#f2b236","z":"lime","ing":["mango juice","lime","green chilli","ginger ale"],"steps":["Muddle 2 thin slices of green chilli in a copper mug.","Add 60 ml mango juice and 15 ml lime juice, then fill with ice.","Top with 100 ml ginger ale and stir.","Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away on a coaster with a short straw, alongside spicy pakoras or samosas."]},{"n":"Faux Cucumber Basil Mule","t":"mocktail","g":"Copper mug","k":"mug","c":"#d6eabc","z":"lime","ing":["cucumber","basil","lime","ginger ale"],"steps":["Muddle 4 cucumber slices and 5 basil leaves in a copper mug.","Add 20 ml lime juice and fill with crushed ice.","Top with 150 ml ginger ale and stir from the bottom up.","Garnish with a cucumber slice and a lime wheel.","Serve right away on a coaster while the mug is icy, alongside paneer tikka or veg skewers."]},{"n":"Roy Rogers","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#5a1f14","z":"berry","ing":["cola","rose syrup / grenadine","cherry"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 15 ml grenadine.","Top with 180 ml cola and stir gently.","Garnish with 2 cherries on a pick.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside a burger, fries or popcorn."],"gar":["cherry"]},{"n":"Limonana","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d8eb9a","z":"mint","ing":["lemon","mint","sugar"],"steps":["Add 40 ml lemon juice, 3 tsp sugar, 12 mint leaves, 100 ml cold water and 8 ice cubes to a blender.","Blend for 30 seconds until slushy and bright green.","Pour into a tall glass and garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve immediately before the slush melts, with a straw, alongside falafel or hummus with pita."]},{"n":"Elderflower Cucumber Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e4f0d4","z":"lime","ing":["elderflower syrup","cucumber","tonic water","lime"],"steps":["Peel 3 long cucumber ribbons and press them around the inside of a tall glass.","Fill with ice and add 20 ml elderflower syrup and 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 150 ml tonic water and stir gently.","Garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside light cucumber sandwiches or canapés."]},{"n":"Lavender Blueberry Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9a8dc4","z":"berry","ing":["lavender syrup","blueberries","tonic water","lemon"],"steps":["Lightly crush 8 blueberries in a tall glass.","Add 15 ml lavender syrup and 10 ml lemon juice, then fill with ice.","Top with 150 ml tonic water and stir gently.","Garnish with a few whole blueberries.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside lemon biscuits or shortbread."]},{"n":"Elderflower Lychee Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f2eedd","z":"lime","ing":["lychee juice","elderflower syrup","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Fill a wine glass with ice.","Add 60 ml lychee juice, 15 ml elderflower syrup and 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 100 ml soda water and stir once.","Garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away while bubbly, holding the glass by the stem, alongside light veg dim sums."]},{"n":"Basil Watermelon Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f27985","z":"none","ing":["watermelon","basil","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 8 watermelon cubes with 5 basil leaves in a tall glass.","Add 15 ml lime juice and fill with ice.","Top with 100 ml soda water and stir.","Garnish with a small watermelon wedge and a basil leaf.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a straw, alongside a feta salad or salted crackers."]},{"n":"Elderflower Apple Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#ead99a","z":"none","ing":["apple juice","elderflower syrup","soda water","apple"],"steps":["Fill a wine glass with ice and 3 thin apple slices.","Add 80 ml apple juice and 15 ml elderflower syrup.","Top with 80 ml soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away while bubbly, with a mint sprig on top, alongside cheese and crackers."],"opt":["mint"]},{"n":"Celery Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#dfeac6","z":"lime","ing":["celery","lime","tonic water","salt"],"steps":["Muddle 1 chopped celery stick with a tiny pinch of salt in a tall glass.","Add 15 ml lime juice and fill with ice.","Top with 150 ml tonic water and stir.","Garnish with a thin celery stick and a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside salted peanuts or masala chana."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Pomegranate Mint Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c1344e","z":"mint","ing":["pomegranate","mint","lime","tonic water"],"steps":["Muddle 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds and 6 mint leaves in a tall glass.","Add 15 ml lime juice and fill with ice.","Top with 150 ml tonic water and stir from the bottom up.","Garnish with a mint sprig and a few pomegranate seeds.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside hummus and pita or salted nuts."]},{"n":"Coriander Pineapple Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eedf8f","z":"lime","ing":["pineapple","coriander","lime","tonic water"],"steps":["Muddle 4 pineapple chunks with 6 coriander sprigs in a tall glass.","Add 15 ml lime juice and fill with ice.","Top with 150 ml tonic water and stir.","Garnish with a coriander sprig and a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside spicy chicken tikka or chilli paneer."]},{"n":"Basil Grape Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#9b4a6b","z":"none","ing":["grapes","basil","lime","honey","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 8 red grapes, 5 basil leaves and 2 tsp honey in a short glass.","Add 15 ml lime juice and fill with crushed ice.","Top with 50 ml soda water and stir.","Garnish with a basil leaf and a grape.","Serve right away with a short straw, alongside a small cheese and cracker plate."]},{"n":"Faux G&T","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef3ef","z":"lemon","ing":["tonic water","lemon","cardamom","black pepper"],"steps":["Crack 2 cardamom pods and drop them into a tall glass with 4 black peppercorns.","Fill with ice and add 10 ml lemon juice.","Top with 180 ml tonic water and stir gently.","Rest 1 minute so the spices infuse, then garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside salted peanuts or masala papad."]},{"n":"Saffron Sweet Lime Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f5e18a","z":"lime","ing":["sweet lime (mosambi)","saffron","honey","tonic water"],"steps":["Soak 4 saffron strands with 2 tsp honey in 1 tsp warm water for 5 minutes.","Fill a tall glass with ice and add 80 ml fresh sweet lime juice.","Stir in the saffron honey and top with 100 ml tonic water.","Garnish with a sweet lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside kaju katli or salted pistachios."]},{"n":"Sweet Lime Mint Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e8e9a0","z":"mint","ing":["sweet lime (mosambi)","mint","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 8 mint leaves with 1 tsp sugar in a tall glass.","Add 100 ml fresh sweet lime juice and fill with ice.","Top with 80 ml soda water and stir.","Garnish with a mint sprig.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a straw, alongside samosas or dhokla."]},{"n":"Cardamom Papaya Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f6a35d","z":"lime","ing":["papaya","lime","cardamom","honey","soda water"],"steps":["Blend 6 ripe papaya cubes, 20 ml lime juice, 2 tsp honey, a pinch of cardamom and 60 ml water for 30 seconds.","Pour into a tall glass over ice.","Top with 60 ml soda water and stir gently.","Garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away, well chilled, with a straw, alongside light snacks like khakhra or poha."]},{"n":"Vanilla Cola Highball","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#5b2c12","z":"lime","ing":["cola","vanilla essence","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 2 drops vanilla and 15 ml lime juice.","Top with 180 ml cola and stir once.","Garnish with a lime wedge.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside a burger or salted popcorn."]},{"n":"Coconut Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f1f2ea","z":"lime","ing":["coconut water","tonic water","lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Pour in 100 ml chilled coconut water and 10 ml lime juice.","Top with 80 ml tonic water and stir gently.","Garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a straw, alongside banana chips or prawn crackers."]},{"n":"Cherry Kombucha Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#c4566b","z":"lime","ing":["kombucha","cherry","lime"],"steps":["Muddle 5 pitted cherries in a wine glass.","Add 10 ml lime juice and fill with ice.","Top with 150 ml kombucha and stir gently.","Garnish with a lime wheel and a cherry.","Serve right away while fizzy, holding the glass by the stem, alongside dark chocolate or almonds."]},{"n":"Guava Basil Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3a49a","z":"none","ing":["guava juice","basil","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Clap 5 basil leaves between your palms and drop them into a tall glass with ice.","Add 90 ml guava juice and 15 ml lime juice.","Top with 80 ml soda water and stir.","Garnish with a basil leaf.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside papdi chaat or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Peppered Orange Tonic","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f6b85e","z":"orange","ing":["orange","black pepper","tonic water","honey"],"steps":["Squeeze 1 orange (about 60 ml juice) into a tall glass and stir in 1 tsp honey.","Fill with ice and add 2 pinches freshly ground black pepper.","Top with 120 ml tonic water and stir.","Garnish with an orange wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside cheese crackers or roasted almonds."]},{"n":"Tomato Basil Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d4543c","z":"none","ing":["tomato juice","basil","lemon","salt","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 5 basil leaves with a pinch of salt in a tall glass.","Add 90 ml tomato juice and 10 ml lemon juice, then fill with ice.","Top with 90 ml soda water and stir gently.","Garnish with a basil sprig.","Serve right away, ice cold, with a straw, alongside bruschetta or garlic bread."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Star Anise Apple Highball","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e6cb85","z":"lemon","ing":["apple juice","star anise","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Warm 60 ml apple juice with 1 star anise in a small pan for 1 minute, then let it cool.","Pour into a tall glass full of ice, star anise and all.","Add 10 ml lemon juice and top with 120 ml soda water.","Stir and garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside apple pie or cinnamon cookies."]},{"n":"Spiced Pomegranate Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#a52a40","z":"orange","ing":["pomegranate juice","cinnamon","cloves","orange","soda water"],"steps":["Simmer 60 ml pomegranate juice with a small cinnamon stick and 2 cloves for 2 minutes; cool.","Strain into a tall glass full of ice.","Squeeze in the juice of 1/4 orange (about 15 ml).","Top with 120 ml soda water and garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside roasted nuts or kebabs."]},{"n":"Cinnamon Cherry Smash","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#9e1d2f","z":"berry","ing":["cherry","cinnamon","lemon","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Muddle 6 pitted cherries with 2 tsp sugar and a pinch of cinnamon in a short glass.","Add 15 ml lemon juice and fill with crushed ice.","Top with 50 ml soda water and stir.","Garnish with a cherry.","Serve right away with a short straw, alongside dark chocolate or almond cookies."]},{"n":"Warm Spiced Cranberry","t":"mocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#8f1f2c","z":"orange","ing":["cranberry juice","orange","cinnamon","star anise","honey"],"steps":["Heat 150 ml cranberry juice with 2 orange slices, a small cinnamon stick and 1 star anise until steaming.","Do not let it boil; take off the heat and stir in 2 tsp honey.","Rest 3 minutes, then strain into a heatproof glass.","Garnish with a fresh orange slice.","Serve hot within 5 minutes, glass on a saucer with a napkin to hold it, alongside a slice of plum cake."]},{"n":"Black Pepper Lemonade Fizz","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f3eaa8","z":"lemon","ing":["lemonade","black pepper","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Grind 1/4 tsp black pepper into a tall glass with 10 ml lemon juice.","Fill with ice and add 120 ml lemonade.","Top with 60 ml soda water and stir well.","Garnish with a lemon wheel and a crack of pepper.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside spicy pakoras or salted chips."]},{"n":"Clove Orange Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f59a2d","z":"lime","ing":["orange soda","cloves","lime"],"steps":["Steep 3 cloves in 20 ml hot water for 5 minutes, then cool.","Strain the clove water into a tall glass full of ice.","Add 10 ml lime juice and top with 150 ml orange soda.","Stir gently and garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside samosas or salted peanuts."]},{"n":"Guava Lime Sour","t":"mocktail","g":"Coupe glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f2a497","z":"lime","ing":["guava juice","lime","sugar","egg white"],"steps":["Add 60 ml guava juice, 20 ml lime juice, 1 tsp sugar and 1 egg white to a shaker.","Shake without ice for 15 seconds, then with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into a chilled coupe.","Garnish with a thin lime twist.","Serve right away while the foam is thick, without a straw, alongside masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Pineapple Chilli Shrub","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f0d670","z":"lime","ing":["pineapple","green chilli","lime","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Mash 5 pineapple chunks with 2 tsp sugar, 20 ml lime juice and 2 slices green chilli.","Rest for 10 minutes, then strain into a tall glass full of ice.","Top with 150 ml soda water and stir.","Garnish with a lime wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside nachos or spicy chicken wings."]},{"n":"Mango Tamarind Shrub","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e9a33a","z":"none","ing":["mango","tamarind paste","brown sugar","salt","soda water"],"steps":["Mash 1/2 ripe mango with 1 tsp tamarind paste, 2 tsp brown sugar and a pinch of salt.","Rest for 10 minutes, then press through a sieve into a tall glass.","Fill with ice and top with 150 ml soda water.","Stir well before sipping.","Serve right away with a straw and a mango slice on the rim, alongside samosas or pani puri."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Mixed Berry Shrub","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8c2f5a","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","raspberries","blueberries","lemon","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Mash 3 strawberries, 5 raspberries and 8 blueberries with 2 tsp sugar and 15 ml lemon juice.","Rest for 15 minutes to make a deep, tangy syrup.","Strain into a tall glass full of ice and top with 150 ml soda water.","Garnish with a few whole berries.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside cheese crackers or scones."]},{"n":"Grape Cardamom Shrub","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#a35a8a","z":"lemon","ing":["grapes","cardamom","lemon","sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Mash 12 red grapes with 2 tsp sugar, 15 ml lemon juice and 2 cracked cardamom pods.","Rest for 10 minutes, then strain into a tall glass full of ice.","Top with 150 ml soda water and stir.","Garnish with a lemon wheel.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside roasted nuts or a cheese plate."]},{"n":"Orange Ginger Shrub","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f4a13f","z":"orange","ing":["orange","ginger","lemon","brown sugar","soda water"],"steps":["Chop 1 peeled orange and mash it with 1 tsp grated ginger, 2 tsp brown sugar and 10 ml lemon juice.","Rest for 10 minutes, then strain into a tall glass full of ice.","Top with 150 ml soda water and stir.","Garnish with an orange slice.","Serve right away with a straw while fizzy, alongside spicy pakoras or spring rolls."]},{"n":"Virgin Sangria","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#7a1e34","z":"orange","ing":["grape juice","orange juice","orange","apple","cinnamon","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Slice 1 orange and 1 apple into a large jug and add 1 cinnamon stick.","Pour in 500 ml grape juice and 200 ml orange juice; stir.","Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour so the fruit soaks up the flavour.","Just before serving, add ice and 300 ml lemon soda. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 glasses at the table, spooning some fruit into each, and serve right away with salted nuts or chips."]},{"n":"Virgin Sangria Blanca","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#ece3a6","z":"lemon","ing":["apple juice","peach","grapes","lemon","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Slice 1 peach and 1 lemon and halve 20 green grapes; put all the fruit in a large jug.","Pour in 600 ml apple juice and stir.","Chill in the fridge for 1 hour.","Add ice and 300 ml lemon soda just before serving. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 glasses with a little fruit in each and serve right away, with cheese and crackers on the side."]},{"n":"Virgin Sangria Rosada","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#d9455f","z":"mint","ing":["cranberry juice","pomegranate","orange","mint","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Add 4 tbsp pomegranate seeds, 1 sliced orange and a handful of mint to a large jug.","Pour in 500 ml cranberry juice and stir gently.","Chill in the fridge for 1 hour.","Add ice and 300 ml lemon soda just before serving. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 glasses with a spoonful of fruit in each and serve right away, with salted nuts on the side."]},{"n":"Faux Wassail","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#c3832f","z":"orange","ing":["apple juice","orange juice","cinnamon","cloves","nutmeg","brown sugar"],"opt":["orange"],"steps":["Put 600 ml apple juice and 200 ml orange juice in a saucepan.","Add 2 cinnamon sticks, 6 cloves, 1/4 tsp nutmeg and 1 tbsp brown sugar.","Simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring now and then.","Strain into a heatproof jug and serve warm with orange slices. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 heatproof mugs while still hot and serve right away, with plum cake or ginger biscuits."],"h":1},{"n":"Cranberry Orange Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#c8323e","z":"orange","ing":["cranberry juice","orange juice","ginger ale","orange"],"steps":["Slice 1 orange into a large jug and add plenty of ice.","Pour in 400 ml cranberry juice and 200 ml orange juice.","Top with 400 ml ginger ale and stir gently. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 glasses at the table while fizzy, adding an orange slice to each, with salted cashews alongside."]},{"n":"Ispahan Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f0a2b0","z":"berry","ing":["lychee juice","rose syrup / grenadine","raspberries","lime","soda water"],"steps":["Lightly crush 20 raspberries in a large jug.","Add 500 ml lychee juice, 30 ml rose syrup and 40 ml lime juice; stir.","Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.","Add ice and top with 300 ml soda water. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 glasses at the table, a few raspberries in each, and serve right away with macarons on the side."]},{"n":"Guava Chilli Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f19a8c","z":"lime","ing":["guava juice","lime","green chilli","salt","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Rub the rims of 4 glasses with lime and dip them in salt.","In a jug, add 1 slit green chilli, 600 ml guava juice, 60 ml lime juice and a pinch of salt.","Rest 10 minutes, then remove the chilli for a gentle kick.","Add ice and 300 ml lemon soda; stir and pour. Serves 4.","Pour into the 4 salt-rimmed glasses and serve right away, with masala peanuts or chaat on the side."],"gar":["salt"]},{"n":"Blueberry Basil Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#8c79c2","z":"berry","ing":["blueberries","basil","lemonade","soda water"],"steps":["Lightly crush 20 blueberries with 8 basil leaves in a large jug.","Pour in 700 ml lemonade and stir well.","Chill in the fridge for 20 minutes.","Add ice and top with 300 ml soda water. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 glasses at the table and serve right away while fizzy, with lemon cookies on the side."]},{"n":"Kiwi Apple Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#b6cf63","z":"lime","ing":["kiwi","apple","lime","honey","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Blend 2 peeled kiwis with 2 tbsp honey, 50 ml lime juice and 100 ml water until smooth.","Pour into a large jug with 1 thinly sliced green apple and 1 sliced kiwi.","Add ice and 600 ml lemon soda and stir gently. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 glasses with a few fruit slices in each and serve right away while fizzy, with straws."]},{"n":"Cherry Limeade","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#d23a4c","z":"lime","ing":["cherry","lime","sugar","lemon soda (Sprite/7Up)"],"steps":["Muddle 20 pitted cherries with 4 tbsp sugar in a large jug.","Add 80 ml lime juice and stir until the sugar dissolves.","Add ice and pour in 700 ml lemon soda.","Stir and garnish each glass with a lime wheel. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 glasses at the table and serve right away while fizzy, with burgers or popcorn alongside."],"al":["Cherry Limeade Jug"]},{"n":"Lavender Honey Lemonade","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#d9cbe6","z":"lemon","ing":["lavender syrup","honey","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Stir 2 tbsp honey into 100 ml warm water until dissolved.","Pour into a jug with 50 ml lavender syrup and 120 ml lemon juice.","Add 500 ml cold water and ice, then top with 200 ml soda water.","Stir and serve with lemon wheels. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 glasses at the table and serve right away, with shortbread or lemon biscuits on the side."]},{"n":"Spiced Pineapple Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#e8b84f","z":"none","ing":["pineapple","brown sugar","star anise","cloves","ginger","soda water"],"steps":["Simmer 20 pineapple chunks, 3 tbsp brown sugar, 2 star anise, 4 cloves and 4 ginger slices in 500 ml water for 10 minutes.","Cool, then mash the pineapple and strain into a jug.","Chill in the fridge for 1 hour.","Add ice and top with 300 ml soda water. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 ice-filled glasses at the table and serve right away, with spicy snacks like chilli paneer."]},{"n":"Peach Basil Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f6c49a","z":"none","ing":["peach","basil","lemon","sugar","ginger ale"],"steps":["Slice 3 ripe peaches into a jug with 10 basil leaves and 2 tbsp sugar.","Add 50 ml lemon juice and muddle gently for 20 seconds.","Rest 15 minutes, then add ice.","Top with 600 ml ginger ale and stir. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 glasses, a peach slice in each, and serve right away while fizzy with cheese crackers."]},{"n":"Three Citrus Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f6cf5d","z":"orange","ing":["orange juice","sweet lime (mosambi)","lemon","honey","soda water"],"steps":["Squeeze 4 sweet limes into a jug (about 300 ml juice).","Add 300 ml orange juice, 40 ml lemon juice and 2 tbsp honey; stir until dissolved.","Add ice and top with 300 ml soda water. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 ice-filled glasses at the table and serve right away, with samosas or dhokla on the side."]},{"n":"Faux Strawberry Bowle","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f39aa0","z":"berry","ing":["strawberries","apple juice","sugar","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Slice 12 strawberries into a large jug and sprinkle with 2 tbsp sugar.","Add 30 ml lemon juice and rest for 20 minutes until syrupy.","Pour in 500 ml apple juice and chill.","Add ice and top with 300 ml soda water just before serving. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 glasses with a few strawberry slices in each and serve right away with a small spoon."]},{"n":"Cucumber Coriander Agua Fresca","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#cfe6b6","z":"lime","ing":["cucumber","coriander","lime","sugar"],"steps":["Blend 2 chopped cucumbers, a handful of coriander, 4 tbsp sugar and 400 ml water until smooth.","Strain into a jug, pressing the pulp.","Stir in 60 ml lime juice and 400 ml cold water.","Serve over ice. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 ice-filled glasses with a lime wedge on each rim and serve right away with spicy tacos or chaat."]},{"n":"Watermelon Chilli Agua Fresca","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f2556c","z":"lime","ing":["watermelon","lime","green chilli","sugar"],"steps":["Blend 25 watermelon cubes with 1/2 green chilli until smooth.","Strain into a jug and stir in 50 ml lime juice and 2 tbsp sugar.","Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.","Serve over ice with lime wedges. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 ice-filled glasses at the table and serve right away, with salted peanuts or nachos."]},{"n":"Elderflower Grape Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#d8dca0","z":"lemon","ing":["grapes","elderflower syrup","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["Freeze 15 green grapes for 1 hour so they can act as ice.","Lightly crush 15 fresh green grapes in a jug with 80 ml elderflower syrup and 40 ml lemon juice.","Add 300 ml cold water and the frozen grapes.","Top with 400 ml soda water and stir gently. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 glasses with a few frozen grapes in each and serve right away while bubbly."]},{"n":"Orange Cardamom Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f6a83f","z":"orange","ing":["orange juice","cardamom","honey","soda water"],"steps":["Crush 6 cardamom pods and warm with 3 tbsp honey and 100 ml water for 3 minutes; cool.","Strain into a jug with 600 ml orange juice.","Add ice and top with 300 ml soda water. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 ice-filled glasses at the table, an orange slice on each rim, and serve with nankhatai biscuits."]},{"n":"Passion Fruit Mint Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f2cf4f","z":"mint","ing":["passion fruit","lemonade","mint","soda water"],"steps":["Scoop the pulp of 4 passion fruits into a large jug.","Add a handful of mint leaves and 700 ml lemonade; stir well.","Add ice and top with 300 ml soda water. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 glasses at the table and serve right away with straws for the seeds, plus salted cashews."]},{"n":"Raspberry Ginger Punch","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#d9465e","z":"lime","ing":["raspberries","ginger","lime","honey","ginger ale"],"steps":["Muddle 20 raspberries with 6 thin slices of fresh ginger and 2 tbsp honey in a large jug.","Add 50 ml lime juice and stir until the honey dissolves.","Add ice and top with 700 ml ginger ale. Serves 4.","Pour into 4 glasses at the table and serve right away while fizzy, with a lime wheel on each rim."]},{"n":"Masala Shikanji","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e8e3ad","z":"mint","ing":["lime","chaat masala","soda water"],"opt":["sugar","black salt","cumin powder","mint"],"steps":["In a tall glass, stir 1/2 tsp chaat masala, a pinch of black salt and a pinch of roasted cumin powder into 30 ml water.","Squeeze in the juice of one lime.","Add 2 tsp sugar for a sweet shikanji, or skip it for the salty namkeen version.","Fill with ice and top with 150 ml chilled soda water.","Stir once and float a few torn mint leaves on top.","Serve right away while it is still fizzy, with samosas or a plate of pakoras on the side."],"al":["Masala Shikanji Jug"]},{"n":"Aam Panna Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c9cf6a","z":"mint","ing":["aam panna"],"opt":["mint","cumin powder","black salt"],"steps":["Pour 60 ml aam panna concentrate into a tall glass.","Lightly crush 6 mint leaves into it.","Fill with crushed ice and top with 150 ml chilled water.","Stir well and finish with a pinch of roasted cumin powder and black salt.","Serve ice-cold on a summer afternoon, with a bowl of namkeen on the side."]},{"n":"Kokum Sharbat Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#9a2b52","z":"lime","ing":["kokum syrup","tonic water"],"opt":["lime","black salt"],"steps":["Fill a wine glass with ice.","Add 40 ml kokum syrup and a pinch of black salt.","Top with 120 ml chilled tonic water.","Stir gently and add a lime wheel if you have one.","Serve right away while it is still bubbly, with banana chips or Goan cashews on the side."]},{"n":"Nimbu Pudina Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#dcebc8","z":"mint","ing":["lime","mint","soda water"],"opt":["sugar","black salt"],"steps":["Lightly crush 8 mint leaves with the juice of one lime in a tall glass.","Add 2 tsp sugar (or less, to taste) and a pinch of black salt, and stir until the sugar dissolves.","Fill with ice and top with 150 ml chilled soda water.","Stir from the bottom up and add a mint sprig on top.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy, alongside samosas or kachoris."]},{"n":"Kala Khatta Soda","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#4a1c40","z":"lime","ing":["kala khatta syrup","soda water"],"opt":["lime","black salt","chaat masala"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 40 ml kala khatta syrup, a squeeze of lime and a pinch of black salt.","Top with 150 ml chilled soda water.","Stir well and sprinkle a pinch of chaat masala on top.","Serve right away with a straw, just like the gola stall version, with a plate of bhel on the side."]},{"n":"Ginger Nimbu Pani","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#efe6a8","z":"lemon","ing":["lemon","ginger","sugar"],"opt":["black salt","mint"],"steps":["Grate 1 tsp fresh ginger into a tall glass.","Add 2 tsp sugar and 50 ml water and stir until the sugar dissolves.","Squeeze in the juice of one lemon and add a pinch of black salt.","Fill with ice, top with 150 ml chilled water and stir. Add a mint leaf if you have one.","Serve ice-cold with a straw, alongside poha or a plate of dhokla."]},{"n":"Watermelon Chaat Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#e4505a","z":"mint","ing":["watermelon","chaat masala","lime"],"opt":["mint","black salt"],"steps":["Blend 2 cups (about 300 g) of seedless watermelon for 20 seconds and strain it.","Pour 200 ml of the juice into a tall glass with ice.","Stir in 1/2 tsp chaat masala, a pinch of black salt and 15 ml lime juice.","Top with a few torn mint leaves.","Serve right away with a straw and a small watermelon wedge on the rim, alongside fruit chaat."]},{"n":"Virgin Paan Mojito","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#a3c66e","z":"mint","ing":["paan leaves","gulkand","lime","soda water"],"opt":["fennel seeds (saunf)","mint"],"steps":["Tear 2 paan leaves into a tall glass and add 1 tbsp gulkand and the juice of half a lime.","Crush well for 15 seconds to release the paan flavour.","Fill with crushed ice and top with 150 ml chilled soda water.","Stir from the bottom up and finish with a pinch of fennel seeds (saunf) and a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw as an after-dinner drink, with a small bowl of mukhwas on the side."]},{"n":"Chai Spiced Iced Tea","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9a5a2c","z":"lemon","ing":["black tea","cardamom","ginger","sugar"],"opt":["lemon","cinnamon"],"steps":["Brew 2 tea bags in 200 ml hot water with 2 crushed cardamom pods, 1 tsp grated ginger and a pinch of cinnamon for 4 minutes.","Stir in 2 tsp sugar and let it cool completely.","Strain into a tall glass filled with ice.","Add a squeeze of lemon if you like, and stir.","Serve ice-cold with a straw, alongside rusks, biscuits or a piece of cake."]},{"n":"Tamarind Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#7d4b25","z":"mint","ing":["tamarind paste","jaggery"],"opt":["black salt","cumin powder","mint","soda water"],"steps":["Stir 1 tbsp tamarind paste and 2 tbsp grated jaggery into 60 ml warm water until the jaggery melts.","Add a pinch of black salt and a pinch of roasted cumin powder, then let it cool.","Pour into a tall glass full of ice.","Top with 150 ml chilled water (or soda water for fizz), stir and add a mint leaf.","Serve ice-cold with a straw, alongside samosas or a plate of chaat."]},{"n":"Litchi Mint Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f2e4dc","z":"mint","ing":["lychee juice","mint","lime"],"opt":["soda water"],"steps":["Lightly crush 6 mint leaves with 15 ml lime juice in a tall glass.","Fill with ice and pour in 150 ml chilled litchi juice.","Top with 50 ml soda water if you want it fizzy.","Stir gently and add a mint sprig.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside a bowl of fresh fruit or butter cookies."]},{"n":"Mango Mint Spritz","t":"mocktail","g":"Wine glass","k":"coupe","c":"#f5b13c","z":"mint","ing":["mango juice","mint","soda water"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Lightly crush 6 mint leaves in a wine glass.","Fill with ice and pour in 100 ml chilled mango juice.","Top with 80 ml chilled soda water.","Squeeze in a lime wedge if you have one and stir gently.","Serve right away while it is still bubbly, alongside khakhra or a bowl of namkeen."]},{"n":"Nimbu Pudina Whisky","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d6c37b","z":"mint","ing":["whisky","lime","mint","soda water"],"opt":["sugar","chaat masala"],"steps":["Lightly crush 8 mint leaves with the juice of half a lime in a tall glass.","Add 1 tsp sugar if you like it sweeter, and a pinch of chaat masala.","Fill with ice and pour 60 ml whisky.","Top with 100 ml chilled soda water and stir from the bottom up.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside chakna, masala peanuts or chicken tikka."]},{"n":"Masala Rum Cola","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#3c2215","z":"lime","ing":["dark rum","cola","chaat masala"],"opt":["lime","black salt"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add a pinch of chaat masala, a pinch of black salt and a squeeze of lime.","Pour 60 ml dark rum.","Top slowly with 150 ml chilled cola (the masala makes it fizz up) and stir gently.","Serve right away with a straw, alongside masala peanuts or a plate of pakoras."],"alt":{"dark rum":["white rum","spiced rum"]}},{"n":"Jaljeera Vodka Fizz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#8a9a4a","z":"mint","ing":["vodka","jaljeera powder","soda water"],"opt":["lime","mint"],"steps":["Stir 1 tsp jaljeera powder into 30 ml water in a tall glass until smooth.","Fill with ice and pour 60 ml vodka.","Top with 120 ml chilled soda water.","Squeeze in a lime wedge and add a mint sprig if you have them.","Serve right away with a straw while it is still fizzy, alongside pani puri or bhel."]},{"n":"Aam Panna Gin Fizz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#c7cd68","z":"mint","ing":["gin","aam panna","soda water"],"opt":["mint","cumin powder"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass with ice.","Add 45 ml aam panna concentrate and 60 ml gin.","Top with 100 ml chilled soda water and stir gently.","Finish with a pinch of roasted cumin powder and a mint sprig.","Serve right away while it is still fizzy, alongside samosas or masala peanuts."]},{"n":"Kokum Gin & Tonic","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#a63a5c","z":"lime","ing":["gin","kokum syrup","tonic water"],"opt":["lime"],"steps":["Fill a tall glass to the top with ice.","Add 30 ml kokum syrup and 60 ml gin.","Top with 120 ml chilled tonic water, pouring slowly down the side of the glass.","Stir once gently and add a lime wheel if you have one.","Serve right away while the tonic is still fizzy, alongside Goan cashews or prawn fry."]},{"n":"Paan Mojito","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#9fc36a","z":"mint","ing":["white rum","paan leaves","gulkand","lime","soda water"],"opt":["mint","fennel seeds (saunf)"],"steps":["Tear 2 paan leaves into a tall glass, add 6 mint leaves if you have them, 1 tbsp gulkand and the juice of half a lime.","Crush well for 15 seconds to release the paan flavour.","Fill with crushed ice and pour 60 ml white rum.","Top with 100 ml chilled soda water, stir from the bottom up and finish with a pinch of fennel seeds (saunf).","Serve right away with a straw after dinner, in place of the paan, with mukhwas on the side."]},{"n":"Green Chilli Vodka Shot","t":"cocktail","g":"Shot glass","k":"short","c":"#d9e6b0","z":"lime","ing":["vodka","green chilli","lime"],"opt":["black salt"],"steps":["This makes 2 shots. Drop 1 slit green chilli into 60 ml vodka and leave it for 10 minutes (longer makes it hotter).","Take out the chilli and shake the vodka with ice and 10 ml lime juice for 10 seconds.","Strain into 2 shot glasses.","Rim with black salt if you like, and drink in one go.","Serve straight away, ice-cold, with a lime wedge and a pinch of black salt on the side."]},{"n":"Feni Lime Soda","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#eef0dc","z":"lime","ing":["feni","lime","soda water"],"opt":["sugar","black salt"],"steps":["Squeeze the juice of half a lime into a tall glass.","Add 1 tsp sugar and a pinch of black salt, and stir until the sugar dissolves.","Fill with ice and pour 60 ml feni.","Top with 120 ml chilled soda water and stir once.","Serve right away with a straw, Goa-style, alongside chorizo pao or a bowl of cashews."]},{"n":"Feni Sour","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#e8dca6","z":"lime","ing":["feni","lime","sugar"],"opt":["egg white"],"steps":["In a shaker, add 60 ml feni, 25 ml lime juice and 2 tsp sugar. Add 1 egg white now if using.","If you added egg white, shake hard without ice for 10 seconds first.","Add ice and shake for 15 seconds.","Strain into a short glass over fresh ice and finish with a thin lime wheel.","Serve right away on a coaster, alongside spicy Goan prawns or masala cashews."]},{"n":"Gulab Gin Fizz","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#f0a5b8","z":"berry","ing":["gin","rose syrup / grenadine","lemon","soda water"],"steps":["In a shaker, add 60 ml gin, 20 ml rose syrup and 20 ml lemon juice.","Shake with ice for 10 seconds.","Strain into a tall glass filled with ice.","Top with 80 ml chilled soda water and stir gently.","Serve right away while it is still fizzy, alongside kaju katli or a bowl of salted pistachios."]},{"n":"Cardamom Whisky Highball","t":"cocktail","g":"Tall glass","k":"tall","c":"#d7a957","z":"lemon","ing":["whisky","cardamom","soda water"],"opt":["lemon"],"steps":["Lightly crush 2 green cardamom pods and drop them into a tall glass.","Pour 60 ml whisky over them and let it sit for 2 minutes.","Fill with ice and top with 120 ml chilled soda water.","Stir once. A lemon twist on top lifts the cardamom.","Serve right away while it is still bubbly, alongside seekh kebabs or masala cashews."]},{"n":"Guava Chilli Margarita","t":"cocktail","g":"Short glass","k":"short","c":"#f08a8a","z":"lime","ing":["tequila","guava juice","lime","green chilli"],"opt":["chaat masala","salt"],"steps":["Rub a lime wedge round the rim of a short glass and dip it in chaat masala mixed with a pinch of salt.","In a shaker, add 2 thin slices of green chilli, 50 ml tequila, 90 ml guava juice and 20 ml lime juice.","Shake with ice for 15 seconds.","Strain into the glass over fresh ice.","Serve right away with the chilli-salt rim, alongside nachos or masala corn."]},{"n":"Rum Punch","t":"cocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#e8743a","z":"orange","ing":["dark rum","orange juice","pineapple juice","lime"],"opt":["rose syrup / grenadine","nutmeg"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Fill a jug halfway with ice.","Pour in 240 ml dark rum, 240 ml orange juice, 240 ml pineapple juice and 60 ml lime juice.","Stir well, then drizzle in 30 ml grenadine so it sinks for a sunset look.","Grate a little nutmeg on top if you have it, and pour into ice-filled glasses.","Serve straight away in tall glasses with orange slices on the rims, alongside chicken wings or chips."],"alt":{"dark rum":["white rum","spiced rum"]}},{"n":"Mango Mint Cooler","t":"mocktail","g":"Jug (serves 4)","k":"tall","c":"#f5b13c","z":"mint","ing":["mango juice","mint","lime"],"opt":["soda water"],"steps":["This jug serves 4. Lightly crush 20 mint leaves with 60 ml lime juice in a jug.","Fill halfway with ice and pour in 600 ml chilled mango juice.","Top with 200 ml soda water if you want it fizzy.","Stir well and pour into ice-filled glasses with a mint sprig in each.","Serve straight away in tall glasses, with a bowl of namkeen and fruit for the table."],"al":["Mango Mint Jug"]}]