Cocktails for Indian engagement party

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here. Thanks for all these ideas!!! A lot of these sound great — and I’ll have a fun week testing them out.

We were going to do a heavy dinner but then the engaged couple decided they wanted more mingling and chatting so we switched it up.

Here’s the current menu, minus desserts:

- Paani Poori
- Bhajji Fondue w/ Pav bites
- Batata Bao Buns
- Paneer Shashlik
- Indian grazing boards (kachori, chakoli, nuts, biscuits, mini samosas, chutneys)
- Bhalla Papdi Chaat
- Watermelon chat
- Paneer Tikka Kathi Rolls (60pcs)
- Veg sliders (*60pcs*)
- Corn Bhel

Sounds delicious! Since the menu is quite chaat-heavy I'd steer clear of flavors like tamarind, black salt, jaljeera etc in the drinks, it may be be overkill. I think my original suggestions (I'm the PP who asked for the menu) may actually work great! You could also try curry leaf infused vodka or tequila for the sour-type drink.
Another option is what I call a Mumbai Mule. Instead of ginger beer, make your own ginger & spice syrup to mix with the vodka and lime and top with soda.
A mango lassi spiked with coconut rum could be good too for a richer option.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:
A mango lassi spiked with coconut rum could be good too for a richer option.

This sounds so good!