Elevate Your Cocktails

The second half of the 19th century till to Prohibition Era was when the bartenders let their creativity roam loose and offer different mixes of alcohol and beverages. If this era, dubbed as the Golden Age of Cocktails -rightfully so-, so last decade or so was the revival of that cocktail renaissance. Natural and exotic ingredients from all over the world, local and international drinks, and of course knowledge&recipes are accessible than ever. A little bit of enthusiasm can bring out the cocktail artist in you. Try to use as much seasonal and local produce as you can.

 For instance, when you start to see fresh basils on the shelves, summer has sure arrived, and it is the season of refreshing cocktails. A minimalist, invigorating, sparkling, tropical cocktail: Vodka Pineapple Basil Smash is a winner. Start by muddling fresh basil leaves with diced pineapple in LAV Nevakar glass, add 1 tbsp simple syrup, and stir. Fill more than half the glass with ice and rest. Mix and shake 1/2 oz lemon (or lime) and 2 oz pineapple juices, 2 oz vodka in a shaker, and fill the Nevakar. Highballs like Odin, Brit, or Tokyo are the common choice for these types of cocktails. LAV Nevekar is a more creative and chic alternative: you get the necessary height and volume, with a curvy and soft form elevated on foot for a statuesque feel.