Why you can try these 13 unique gin-based cocktails in Mumbai

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Drama in ice

The aptly named Mt Fuji comes encased in ice and unfolds with a theatrical reveal with the ice chipped away to unveil the bottle within. If you want drama on the table, this might be the way to go.
AT Gaijin, Lotia Palace, Linking Road, Khar West.
CALL 8591615552
COST Rs 1050

Sunset sips

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The elderflower liqueur and splash of chamomile tea reduction add a soothing floral touch to this Golden hour cocktail. Sit back and sip in the company of friends for a memorable evening.
AT Hotel Marine Plaza, 29, Marine Drive, Marine Lines.
CALL 69451212
COST Rs 900 onwards

Fruity and fun

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A touch of Parisian passion, the Pink fiesta comes with pink gin, berry compote, lemon and sparkling wine as well as a touch of candy floss. Nothing says playful like a dash of pink in your glass.
AT Millo, Times Tower, Kamala Mills Compound, Lower Parel.
CALL 9808806806
COST Rs 975

Touch of truffle

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With gin, vermouth, Lil Blanc and truffle air, this Negroniiii is one to keep your eye on. Cloudy and light, it is worth the truffle, as they say.
AT Donmai, Unit G-03, ground floor, Altimus Building, PB Marg, Worli.
CALL 9730659776
COST Rs 875

Style it up

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With a name like Corpse reviver, this one is a classic. The touch of Luxardo maraschino triple sec and fresh lemon juice is finished with a Grande Absinthe to give it a depth to match the sweetness.
AT KOKO, C 2, Kamala Mills Compound, Lower Parel.
CALL 7715963030
COST Rs 950 onwards

Big and bold

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As the name suggests, Big foot is a mix of bourbon and Himalayan gin with house made amaretto adding a splendid touch.
AT Across, 5, Hari Chambers, Kala Ghoda, Fort.
CALL 7506128945
COST Rs 875

Empire strikes back

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If you are in search of something more sophisticated, try the British Raj from this curated G&T collection. Pomegranate and cinnamon shrub combined with rose petal-cucumber ice, this one is certainly a throwback.
AT Toast & Tonic, Unit 1, Godrej Building, BKC.
CALL 7208871559
COST Rs 715

Smooth sailing

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Extra dry citrus infused martini layers this Velvet cocktail centred on hapusa gin. With the orange coin adding to the garnish, you can rest assured of a smooth drink.
AT PCO, NRK House, SB Marg, Lower Parel.
CALL 9920055588
COST Rs 850

Touch of home

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With its green chutney relish and lychee pearls, the Hanging garden is one to savour at convenience.
AT Hylo, third floor, Building 30, K Dubash Marg, Fort.
CALL 9004191901
COST Rs 690

Traditional twist

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Spice and flavour come together with this Bartender's concoction, that has a turmeric spiced-gin with tropical pineapple juice and a soothing mix of honey and ginger syrup. Warm, sweet, and refreshing to boot.
AT Le Café, Jewel of Chembur, opposite BMC Office, Chembur.
CALL 67099977
COST Rs 455 onwards

Fruit forward

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If you enjoy a burst of colours in your glass, pick the Karafuru with its beefeater gin, Dhy, and the zest of lemon, orange and pineapple wheels and a touch of cherry bitters.
AT Foo, G5, off New Link Road, Oshiwara, Andheri West.
CALL 7715804506
COST Rs 695 onwards

Indian spice

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Light and flavourful is how the Nalla neram is best described, with its smooth, aromatic blend of house infused Kahwa gin, basil, orange crisp and Indian tonic.
AT The Tanjore Tiffin Room, Gate 2, Building 2, NESCO Centre, Goregaon East; Andheri; Bandra.
CALL 9920279745 (Goregaon)
COST Rs 750

Bring the heat

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Some drinks are worth a challenge, and a name like Call of the wild certainly demands one. This gin-based cocktail is paired with the heat of green mango and chilli that will kickstart any party.
TILL June 14
AT Monkey Bar, ground floor, Summerville, Linking Road, Bandra West.
CALL 7710083222
COST Rs 790