Mumbai food: Let's welcome the rains with these cocktails on a stick

Bid adieu to the summer and welcome the Mumbai rains with a slurp of boozy popsicle drinks in kala khatta and pina colada flavours

Chocolate Jameson Golarita

The humble golas get a Jameson boost in this drink. The chocolate-flavoured drink has ice lollies dunked in whisky. "Golas have been a favourite among Mumbaikars for the longest time. nowadays, bartenders are open to experimenting with cocktails and so, we wanted to bring an old favourite to the masses in a unique way," says bartender Jack Jagwan.

At True Tramm Trunk, VL Mehta Road, JVPD, Juhu. Time 6.30 pm to 1.30 am Call 7738993360 Cost '350

Kala Khatta Jam

This drink has kala khatta, vodka, lime juice and rock salt. "Kala Khatta is everyone's favourite. We decided to add a twist of vodka to it. It is tangy and chatpata. It is easy to make and can also be made for house parties," says beverage head Shailesh Gawde.

At Pravas Gujarati Kitchen & Bar, Kamala Mills, Lower Parel.
Time 12 pm to 3 pm; 7 pm to 11.45 pm
Call 9820436666
Cost '450

LollyTa

Champagne never looked as desirable as it does in Swey's LollyTa. The drink has champagne with sweet and sour mix and an ice lolly stirrer -- as it melts, it transforms into a mimosa. The cocktail has been created by the bar team of Joaquim Fernandes and Su Kumar. "We intentionally played with champagne to add an element of fun to the celebratory drink. Ice lollies are heavy on nostalgia, pairing them with alcohol makes them legit fun for a grown-up," they say.

At Atria Mall, Worli.
Time 6 pm to 1.30 am
Call 9820436666
Cost '425

Pina Colada

Bartender Prashant Rajak with the popsicle. Pic/ Pradeep Dhivar

At 212 All Good, you can sample fresh fruit popsicles -- they are 100 per cent vegan, and made using the freshest seasonal produce. "Cocktails-on-a-stick make for a playful addition to our menu. Think of it as a cocktail that never warms up," says Tanai Shirali, director of operations, Bellona Hospitality Services.

Pina Colada is their frozen take on the classic cocktail. The popsicle has coconut milk, pineapple and a hint of vanilla.

At High Street Phoenix, Lower Parel. Time 9 am to 11.30 pm
Call 62216020 Cost '360

Pop Rocks

A Blueberry Pop Rock. Pic/ Datta Kumbhar

This isn't the much-loved fizzy sugary candy but rather a cocktail on a stick. The Pop Rocks have spiced or fruit popsicles in a shaken mix of vodka and ice. The flavours include Blueberry, Honey and Mint, Orange, and Litchi. "They work well because they have a different texture. The drink lasts longer and can be had as a popsicle, slush or as plain liquid," says Rahul Khanna, partner.

At Mamagoto, Gazebo House, Hill Road, Bandra (W).
Time 12.30 pm to 12 am
Call 61618363
Cost '419

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