First Sip: Historic Munich beer now in India
If you’re ever in Munich slot in a few hours at Hofbräuhaus am Platzl, one of the oldest beer halls in the city (hic!). A historic brewery that’s an official part of the Oktoberfest, Hofbräu was founded by the Duke of Bavaria in 1589…
Cantillon and the art of Lambic
When I think Belgium, there are many things that come to mind. The country gave forth to the world Tintin and Asterix, not to forget the Smurfs, then we have the fries and waffles, and of course we have the…
Foster’s: In with the new
It’s been a while since I’ve tasted ‘Australia’s Famous Brand’ of beer and so I was quite intrigued to try it now that it has a new look, a new feel and, I’m told, a new brew. The two variants, christened…
Good news for Gurgaon
So the city has just been rechristened Gurugram. That’s not the good news. That’s terrible news and I sympathise. But if Gurugramites… Gurugramians… citizens of Gurugram (?) are looking for a silver lining to this dark cloud, this is it….
Inside the Chandon India Winery
There’s a new spot to hit up on your next trip to India’s wine country. Say hello to the Chandon India winery. You’re probably wondering what all the fuss is about considering we’ve all been drinking India-made Chandon for a few…
VIDEO: 5 Silly Things People Say About Beer
It’s #NationalBeerDay in the US, and for all of us in India, it’s just the excuse we need to legitimise the mid-week binge. So, yay!!! While you’re at it, here’s a fun video I did on all the stupid stuff…
Beer Review: Bohemian King
The latest beer to hit the shelves here in Delhi is being touted as ‘the first Czech beer in India’. Bohemian King is conceptualised and branded for India, using the knowhow of the folks at Brevnov brewery in Prague, which…
A Sip In Time
A couple of months ago Verve India asked me to recount a few of my most memorable glasses in my travels so far. It was a beautiful exercise to reminisce about all the lovely elixirs I’ve shared with beloved friends, family, and colleagues….
VIDEO: All About Indian Single Malts
India is the world’s largest consumer of whisky! Although most whisky that’s made here is actually rum since it’s made from sugarcane and not barley, it was only a matter of time before someone decided to make the good stuff the…
VIDEO: How to Saber a bottle of Champagne
Sabering’ or ‘Sabrage’ is the technique of removing the neck of a Champagne bottle with a knife or sword, in one swift movement . It’s a definite head-turner but also quite dangerous. The pressure created by the carbon dioxide in…
Bira91 soon in NYC
This past year Bira91 has taken city bars by storm. The quirky branding, slick marketing, and needless to say, quality brew made it a winner right from the word go. Having an imported beer at (almost) local beer prices, certainly helped…
The Ultimate Boozy Holiday Gift Guide
It’s that time of the year when diets go bust, binge-drinking passes as socialising, and Michael Bublé becomes relevant again. It’s also the time for gift-giving and receiving. I’ve scouted (I mean really dug deep) to create the ultimate tippler’s gift…
Win a Belvedere 007 SPECTRE Limited Edition
In my latest video I explore the recipe of the current Spectre 007 Martini and my favourite, Reverse Vesper Martini. Now here’s a chance for you to win a Belvedere 007 Limited Edition bottle and make your own Martinis. All you…
Video: How to make the perfect Bond Martini
Bond is synonymous with Martinis. And with Spectre, he’s back to his ‘dirty’ old ways. In this video I explore the latest and exclusive ‘Spectre 007 Martini’ courtesy Rohan Jelkie, Brand Ambassador Moet Hennessy India. If, like me, you like…
Scout for this whisky on your next trip abroad
If you like your single malt then you’ve probably heard of Amrut by now. The Indian whisky brand shot into the limelight a few years ago when Jim Murray, author of The Whisky Bible rated it the ‘third finest whisky…