Top 5 Chocolate Infused Cocktails in Kolkata
On world chocolate day 2019, these are the best chocolate infused cocktails
06 Jul, 2019 by Madhushree Basu Roy
Tiki glasses, skull glasses, smoke, edible flowers, strange scents, fog and so many things go into making a cocktail more appealing. A cocktail can make or break an evening. Sometimes, even with all the theatre, the cocktail does not stand tall. And sometimes, a classic cocktail with minimal ingredients are the solution to having a splendid evening out. But how about adding a bit of chocolate in your cocktail? Do not we secretly crave for chocolate at the end of a brilliant meal? How about instead have a chocolate-infused cocktail? These are top 5 chocolate-based cocktails in Kolkata that are bound to jazz up your evening.
Location: Sector 5, Salt Lake
A very popular hangout for their sumptuous buffet and good food, this is also a popular hangout for their cocktails.
Choco Burst
If in the area on World Chocolate Day, try out Choco Burst, a rich chocolaty concoction with Kahlua and Vodka base along with dark chocolate. It is one of those fine drinks bursting with the richness of dark chocolate.
Price: INR 349 AI
Availability: 7th July to 31st July
Location: Park Street
Pretty new in the pubbing scene in Kolkata, however, The Lords and Barons seem to have won the hearts of many. It has a very classy ambience, resembling a typical English pub with brick walls, wooden floors and the works.
Spiced Chocolate Affair
Their cocktails have all the interesting elements but the one we will talk about is the Spiced Chocolate Affair. Made with Belgian chocolate, red chilli, cinnamon, vodka and fresh cream, this drink is made to make your taste buds dance. Sweet, spicy and rich with cream and chocolate - that is heaven in a glass.
Price: INR 350 plus tax
Availability: Between 3rd to 7th of July
Location: Quest Mall
When you are looking for good quality comfort food from any part of the country, you visit Bombay Brasserie. Their cocktails are as enlightening as their food. They have curated a cocktail commemorating World Chocolate Day. Do you remember that chocolate mint which had gained huge popularity in the 90s called after eight? It is still there but not as much.
Chocolate Mint Martini
Chocolate Mint Martini is a tribute to the after eight. It is chocolaty and has the fresh zing from the mint. What better way to end your meal than a fabulous chocolate mint punch?
Price: INR 450 plus tax
Availability: 3rd July to 31st July
Location; City Centre 2, Chinar Park
With a 25ft Bar counter and quirky décor, this one is a favourite in the area. Office goers and residents in the area throng to this gastropub with great food.
Chocolate Tulip
To celebrate World Chocolate Day, they have come up with a cocktail called Chocolate Tulip. Vodka is the base of this indulgent cocktail and has fresh cream, chocolate syrup, vanilla and finally garnished with chocolate sticks. It is served in a tulip glass, it is so good that you will want to skip dessert.
Price: INR 450 plus tax
Availability: 3rd July to 7th July
Location: Quest Mall
This Italian restaurant needs no introduction. The beautiful serene ambience is warm and cosy. It is the perfect place to bring your family and enjoy a lush Italian dinner.
Choco Tiramisu Martini
Do not stop at wines only while you are here but order a Choco Tiramisu Martini. A rendition of the classic tiramisu in this cocktail made with Vodka and shaken with chocolate syrup is served in a martini glass. With no bitter aftertaste, you will enjoy it till the last drop.
Price: INR 450 plus tax
Availability: 3rd July to 31st July
Written By
For someone who's run two restaurants, being a baker and cook par excellence comes easily to Madhushree . When she's not eating out, she's organizing her own pop ups or experimenting with regional recipes. Her experiments with food and her recipes are part of Pikturenama , where she's a co founder.
