Café Delhi Heights unveils its latest culinary adventure: the ‘Love and War’ cocktail menu, ahead of Valentine’s Day
Approaching Valentine’s Day, Café Delhi Heights introduces its newest culinary venture: the ‘Love and War’ cocktail menu. With an enticing offer of four cocktails priced at Rs 229, the café sets the scene for an enjoyable exploration of love-infused beverages. Vikrant Batra, the proprietor of Café Delhi Heights, describes the cocktails as resonating with the essence of love, passion, and romance. “The Love and War campaign isn’t just about mixing drinks; it’s about crafting narratives, infusing each cocktail with a blend of surprise and excitement,” he elaborates.
Spanning 40 outlets across 13 cities in India, Café Delhi Heights invites couples to indulge in a journey of taste and discovery. The concept is straightforward yet captivating: each outlet curates four unique cocktails not found on the regular menu, with each cocktail boasting a different base, ensuring a diverse range of flavors. By the end of February, the cocktail that garners the most affection, essentially the top-selling one, will earn a permanent spot on the café’s menu.
To explore the buzz surrounding the campaign, TMS visited the Vasant Kunj outlet. The lineup began with the Fizz Factory, featuring a beer base. Presented in a champagne glass, its deep red hue exuded glamour, though the fizz promised by its name was noticeably absent. Nevertheless, the combination of grape and triple sec flavors delivered a satisfying burst of taste.
Following was the Mixology Magic, with a whiskey base, served in a champagne coupe. Despite not being a whiskey enthusiast due to its bitter aftertaste, I found the blend of green apple and cinnamon effectively balancing out the spirit’s harsh notes, making it a delight for whiskey lovers.
The standout of the menu was undoubtedly the Chill Craft, a vodka-based cocktail boasting a romantic pink hue. Served in a simple highball glass, its smooth profile, infused with mixed fruits and lime, perfectly captured the essence of Valentine’s Day. A definite winner in our assessment.
Wrapping up the lineup was the Sip Sauvy, a rum-based concoction reminiscent of a tropical piña colada. Its pineapple flavor harmonized well with the spicy rum, while its creamy texture added to the smooth sipping experience.
While Café Delhi Heights is renowned for its innovative cocktails, it also prides itself on being a “three-generation café.” Since its establishment in 2011, it has catered to diverse demographics, offering everything from traditional Indian staples to fusion dishes such as dim sum and sushi. Batra reveals plans for expansion, with a new outlet slated to open in Lucknow soon.
“We are expanding to more locations across Delhi-NCR and beyond. Our monthly updated menu features innovative fusion dishes alongside health-conscious options and revamped beverages. We are committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences that blend traditional Indian flavors with global influences,” he remarks.
Despite the menu’s variety, a missed opportunity was noted—a lack of wine-based cocktails that would have ideally complemented the Valentine’s theme. Nonetheless, a glass of mulled wine is always a welcome addition during the winter season.
Source: The New Indian Express
