Yauatcha, the renowned contemporary dimsum tea house in Bengaluru, recently launched its unique cocktail menu, ‘Asia In A Glass’. This is a vibrant celebration of Asian ingredients, masterfully crafted into exquisite cocktails where mixology transformed into an art form.

Ranging from classic cocktails with a unique twist to refreshing fruit-forward and tea-infused concoctions, each libation at this London-style bar was a meticulously crafted narrative. The drinks at Yauatcha embody innovation and sophistication when it comes to showcasing Asian ingredients.

From the invigorating zing of lemongrass to the comforting warmth of ginger, Yauatcha’s Head Mixologist, Merwyn Alphonso, has curated a sensory experience that reflects Asian culinary heritage in every sip. The menu contained the following concoctions:

Tian Shang:

A Chinese medicinal flower, elderflower is used in varied forms in Yauatcha’s bar programme like cordials, foams and smoke; crafting cocktails that are sensorial and intriguing.

Jing Mei:

Deeply rooted in Asian culinary heritage, tea becomes an artful integration into Yauatcha’s mixology creations, delivering a sophisticated and layered drinking experience.

Ginger Martini:

A dynamic Asian ingredient celebrated for its warm and spicy notes, ginger takes the spotlight in Yauatcha’s mixology story, crafting cocktails that are both bold and invigorating. Contains white rum, ginger, green apple, orgeat and lime.

Earth Asian:

Known as one of the holy flowers in China, jasmine adds a subtle fragrant and floral aroma to the cocktail, making it a delightful drink to have with Cantonese delicacies. Contains Mount Gay eclipse, home-made apricot compote, jasmine, lychee and lime.