Here is what your favorite drinks says about you
Published on: Sept. 4, 2025, 11 p.m. | Source: Times of India
Cocktails have long transcended the role of being just party staples. They are cultural markers, expressions of history, creativity, and personality poured into a glass. What began in Europe centuries ago quickly travelled across continents, evolving with every culture it touched. By the mid-19th century, pioneers like Jerry Thomas, famously regarded as the father of American mixology, had already codified the art of shaking, straining, and garnishing in his 1862 guide How to Mix Drinks. Today, cocktails are more than just beverages. They are stories. From cinematic inspirations to local music, from nostalgic flavors to bold innovations, bartenders across the world and particularly in India, curate cocktails as experiences that create memory and mood. In an era where aesthetics matter as much as taste, cocktails have also become a language of social connection, both offline and across Instagram feeds. But what do your go-to cocktails really say about you? Here’s a spirited take:
