Bengaluru, 12th May, 2025 – With the city’s cocktail culture reaching new heights and bar takeovers stealing the spotlight, KOKO Bengaluru, the city’s revered Asian dining destination is set to stir things up once again with a brand-new edition of Raising the Bar. On Wednesday, 14th May from 9 PM onwards, the spotlight turns to none other than Calum Laird, Pernod Ricard’s Gin Portfolio Brand Ambassador in India, who will be gracing the city with a spirited evening of inventive cocktails, bold botanicals, and unforgettable conversations—all crafted around Pernod Ricard’s premium gin collection.
Guests can sip their way through five signature, one-night-only cocktails featuring refined expressions like Beefeater, Beefeater Pink, Malfy Con Limone, Monkey 47, and Ki No Bi—each served with flair and a story to tell.
Expect creations like the Pink Gin Spritz—a floral, bubbly lift made with Beefeater Pink, elderflower, lemon, and sparkling wine. The La Dolce Vita Smash blends garden-fresh basil, citrus, and Malfy Con Limone with a silky touch of olive oil. The Starfruit Bramble reimagines the classic with a tangy tropical twist, featuring Monkey 47 gin, lime, starfruit, and crème de mûre. The Kyoto Queen, a citrus-forward yuzu gimlet with Ki No Bi Gin, brings a Japanese elegance to the glass. Rounding out the line-up is the indulgent Lychee Negroni, marrying lychee syrup with bold Beefeater botanicals and Campari for a bittersweet, fruity finish.
“I’m incredibly excited to be at KOKO Bengaluru for this special edition of Raising the Bar,” shares Calum Laird, Pernod Ricard’s Gin Portfolio Brand Ambassador in India. “KOKO has carved a niche for curating memorable bar experiences, and this night is all about showcasing the vibrancy and versatility of the Pernod Ricard gin portfolio. Each cocktail we’ve created plays with unexpected ingredients and bold concepts—it’s going to be an evening of flavour-forward storytelling and delicious surprises.”
Backed by KOKO’s award-winning hospitality and a setting that blends contemporary luxe with warm energy, this is the perfect mid-week escape for gin aficionados, cocktail lovers, and anyone looking to experience one of the most exciting bar takeovers the city has seen this summer.
