10 Must-Try South Indian Cocktails for Rooftop Bars

Discover ten unique South Indian cocktails perfect for Kuala Lumpur rooftop bars, blending traditional flavors with refreshing twists for unforgettable evenings

South Indian cuisine is referred to as spicy and having a great collection of different spices, the spices have affected not only food, but also beverages. So, for those interested in trying out different and something new and invigorating cocktails with a South Indian touch would not disappoint. These are ten must mix South Indian cocktails best savoured at rooftop cocktail bars particularly if you’re at some of the most popular rooftop bars in Kuala Lumpur or dining at some of the south indian restaurants kl or the rooftop KLCC.

1. Curry Leaf Martini

Curry Leaf Martini is a cocktail, which has hints of curry leaves’ taste, Spicy and combined with Gin. The leaves are soaked with lime juice and simple sugar and then slushed in gin and poured into a martini glass. Properly accompanied by a sprig of curry leaf, this beverage gives a cocktail version of a martini, which will definitely make it stand out in such a posh ambience of a rooftop bar.

2. Spiced Tamarind Margarita

This cocktail is the margarita’s Indian cousin where the spirit of the cocktail is changed to suit the Indian palate. The somewhat sour taste of tamarind pulp is the key to the sauce’s base, with black salt and ground cumin as additional spices. This recipe is rounded off with tequila, lime juice and a dash of orange liqueur. Presented in salt-line glass, Spiced Tamarind Margarita catches people’s attention and Sweet, sour, spicy taste profile makes it stand out of the crowd.

3. Coconut Water Mojito

The Coconut Water Mojito is a refreshing spin on the favorite mojito drink to accommodate the hot roof top bar days. Fresh mint leaves, wedges of lime and some sugar are crushed in the vessel and then poured into coconut water and blended spirit rum. The end product that I get is a rather light on palate which is perfect for the warm evenings in Kuala Lumpur.

4. Pineapple Rasam Punch

This punch is the creation of the essentials of pineapple rasam and is influenced from the South India style of preparing rasam. Fresh squeezed pineapple juice, fresh squeezed lime juice, and homemade rasam spice syrup is added to vodka and turned over ice. This is one of those cocktails you can savour as you also engage in some word-of-mouth, making it perfect especially when consumed in rooftop bars.

5. Mango Lassi Daiquiri

The Mango Lassi Daiquiri is a cocktail that introduces qualities of the usual lassi and the tropic fruity daiquiri. Mango puree is then mixed with yogurt, lime juice and rum and is then whizzed until it is uniformly creamy. This drink is perfect to be consumed at a sitting-down KLCC bar on a balcony during a mid-summer night and has a sweet/tart sensation.

6. Kokum Cooler

Kokum or Garcina indica is a South Indian fruit that is sour in taste. Consisting of kokum syrup, soda water and gin the Kokum Cooler has a refreshing taste with a hint of sourness. Served with a wedge of lime, one can say that this juice is ideal for those who would like to have something that is slightly sour and improves their mood at the same time.

7. Filter Coffee Martini

For any cocktail consumer who enjoys coffee, Filter Coffee Martini should be taken as a basic cocktail. Coffee in its purest form and unique south Indian filter coffee gets liquorized by vodka and coffee liqueur and a dash of vanilla syrup. Best taken neat in a martini glass and preferably best suited to be taken right after dinner at a flashy rooftop klcc bar.

8. Turmeric Gin and Tonic

As a spice, turmeric cannot be missed in most South Indian dishes while at the same time, it can complement any cocktail. It involves preparation of a cocktail, the Turmeric Gin and Tonic which is made from gin, tonic water and a special syrup, turmeric. This facility makes it possible to turn the cocktail into a sudberry and earthy one creating the best atmosphere to sip it in Kuala Lumpur while watching the sunset.

9. Pepper Cumin Fizz

This cocktail is spiced with black pepper and herbed by cumin; thus, it possesses an interesting spicy note and a rich aroma. Taking these spices, the Pepper Cumin Fizz adds in lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda water and then finally garnishing it with gin. Often, bars and restaurants come up with new ideas and images with a twist that is not completely unique but still striking among other rooftop bars.

10. Jackfruit Old Fashioned

The Jackfruit Old Fashioned is a rather inspired take on the original old fashioned cocktail. Grenade juice is infused for an extra measure of sweetness coupled with a hint of the tropical season; the basic bourbon, bitters and sugar cube are used. This is a rather rich and multi-layered mixture to be enjoyed best slowly while savoring the splendid rooftop bar view of KLCC buildings.

Having South Indian Cocktails with Kuala Lumpur Rooftop Bars.

Many of the rooftop bars are found in Kuala Lumpur and they provide excellent views and lively spirit. Regardless if one is taking cocktail drinks at the sophisticated KLCC bars that are located on the rooftops of some tall buildings or taking a culinary tour in South Indian restaurants in the city, it is always nice to experience this kind of cocktail. Thus, mixing the South Indian spices with the traditional cocktails makes the moments of drinking very delightful and unique.

The next time you are ordering your favorite drink at a kuala lumpur rooftop bars, try one of these South Indian inspired cocktails. No they are not just drinks, they are so much more; Glasses of celebration of South India’s food culture redefined. Here’s to tasting the world and to the best viewpoints of KL!