Holi, also known as the Festival of Colors, is an important and vibrant festival celebrated in India and around the world. This festival is all about spreading joy, happiness, and positivity, and what better way to do it than with some colourful cocktails? In addition to being the festival of colours, Holi is also – and perhaps more importantly – a celebration of Spring.
The coming of the new year, new crop season and warmer weather was always a time for joy and what better way to honour the rich agricultural history of India than with cocktails that use the best fruits and vegetables to create visual masterpieces? These 3 cocktails are made with naturally delicious ingredients and are sure to add a pop of colour to your party.
One of the best ways to celebrate this festival is by enjoying some delicious and colourful cocktails with your loved ones. With the abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables available during this season, creating unique and tasty cocktails is easy and fun. Whether you prefer gin, vodka, or tequila, there are endless ways to mix and match different ingredients to create a unique cocktail that suits your taste. So, raise a glass and cheers to the festival of colours with these delicious cocktails for Holi.
Beetroot Bloody Mary
Beetroot is not only delicious but also incredibly healthy, making it a perfect ingredient for a colourful cocktail.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz beetroot juice
- 2 oz tomato juice
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- Dash of Worcestershire sauce
- Dash of hot sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Ice
- Celery and lime for garnish
Watermelon Mojito
Watermelon is a refreshing and sweet fruit that makes a perfect base for a summer cocktail.
Ingredients
- 2 oz white rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 2 oz watermelon juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Mint leaves
- Soda water
- Ice
Carrot Ginger Martini
Carrots are packed with nutrients and make a great addition to a cocktail.
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 2 oz fresh carrot juice
- 1 oz fresh ginger juice
- ½ oz lemon juice
- ½ oz honey
- Ice