Tequila Day: Enjoy bold flavours of the spirit at these places in Mumbai

Green and meanPic CourtesyDublin The Irish BarWith its dash of fresh coriander and jalapeno this Picante is a drink with some extra characterAT Dublin The Irish Bar ITC Grand Central ParelCOST Rs 850 onwardsDelicious sinPic CourtesyHyloThe lush and flavourful Forbidden Fruit is made of tropical fruits tequila Port wine and lime Not for those who are tempted easilyAT Hylo Building 30 K Dubash Marg Kala Ghoda FortCOST Rs 900Go tropicalPic CourtesyBigg Small CafebarJalapenos and fresh pineapple add a fruity kick to this Jungle Juice It is the perfect tropical punch that can bring a fresh vibe to your partyTime July 24 12 pm onwardsAT Bigg Small Cafeacute Bar One International Centre Tower 2 Lower ParelCOST Rs 450 onwardsClassy pickPic CourtesyAcrossA savoury one Picquila comes with a combination of tequila sweet vermouth and pickle brine that gives it the umami to keep you going back for moreAT Across Hari Chambers Kala Ghoda FortCOST Rs 1025Colourful comboPic CourtesyPcoIf you are looking for a colourful start to your weekend buzz try the Bandhani A robust simple cocktail infused with flavours of beetroot coffee and maraschinoAT PCO Cocktail Bar NRK House Lower ParelCOST Rs 850Berry berry goodPic CourtesyOlive Bar amp KitchenIf it sounds Hollywood Jaleacute Berry certainly delivers it with its blend of tequila jalapeno pickle strawberry and ginger aleAT Olive Bar amp Kitchen 14 Nargis Dutt Road Union Park Khar WestCOST Rs 1125Bringing the heatPic CourtesySomeplace ElseBold zesty and packing some heat the Spicy Picante is a throwback to the traditional blend of tequila and tangy fresh limeAT Someplace Else Jio World Drive Bandra Kurla ComplexCOST Rs 900 onwardsPina colada twistPic CourtesyKoaIf you need some tart in your cocktail try this Soulful Sipper for its blend of tarty pineapple and tequila that adds a twist to the usual pina coladaAT KOA Cafe and Bar Korum Mall Naupada Thane West Inorbit Mall VashiCOST Rs 625For his airnessPic CourtesyKicoNothing says majesty like a drink inspired by the Air Jordan 13 With smoky charcoal and fiery jalapeno balanced with honey and citrus the Black Panther is for the legendsAT Kico Kicks and Cocktails Raheja Classique off New Link Road Andheri WestCost Rs 695 onwardsMayan magicPic CourtesyOcho Restaurant amp BarInspired by the Mayan god of rain the Harmonizar blends pineapple jalapeno and coriander with a touch of apple cider The tequila reposado and Lillet Blanc add a floral finish to the silkysmooth cocktailAT Ocho Restaurant amp Bar Ramee Emerald II above Nike showroom Santacruz WestCost Rs 988Bloody MaryIngredientsgtgt 60 ml Reposado tequilagtgt 45 ml tomato juicegtgt 45 ml guava juicegtgt 15 ml fresh lime juicegtgt 10 ml lemon juicegtgt 1 tsp fresh horseradishgtgt 3 dashes Worcestershire saucegtgt 2 dashes tabascogtgt 2 pinches celery saltgtgt A pinch of paprikaMethodRub a lime wedge around the rim of a tall glass and dip it into salt to coat the rim In a shaker combine all ingredients Add ice and roll the drink gently between two tins for four to five times Avoid shaking the drink when rolling Strain into an icefilled Collins or highball glass Top with your choice of garnishes mdash celery stalk lime wedge or even a pickled chilli for extra punchRecipe courtesy Vedant Newatia founder and head chef Atelier VAlso check outRositaAt Sante Spa Cuisine Unit 6 INS Tower BKC Charni Road GoregaonCOST Rs 795 onwardsChica PicanteAT Carnival by Tresind Krishna Curve Building Santacruz WestCost Rs 925 onwardsThe Salty DogAt The Dim Sum RoomK Dubash Marg Kala Ghoda FortCOST Rs 1250Tequila shots in your budgetFor your next tequila shot try these options without exceeding your budgetPatron SilverRs 800Patron ReposadoRs 900Don Julio BlancoRs 900Don Julio ReposadoRs 1000Don Julio AnejoRs 1200Volcan De Mi Tierra BlancoRs 1200