Dishoom Borough Drinks Menu

Tequila El Jimador and lime juice shaken with clarified tamarind and subtle spice. Magic dust on one half of the rim. Admire the subtleties of mango. And switch the tequila with The Lost Explorer Mezcal Espadín, for that smoky feeling. (Ve, V)

Beefeater Dry Gin shaken with Rose’s Lime and celery bitters, finished with fresh dill. The gimlet is an old-established drink devised for sailors to avoid scurvy – you too can benefit. (Ve, V)

Classic ice-crush of coconut cream and pineapple juice dances with dragon fruit and pawpaw. Blushing pink, with a warm heart of Takamaka Seychelles Rum Blanc. Adorned with crimson dragon fruit. (Ve, V)

Dark, rich, silken Indian cocoa and sweet pears soaked overnight in bitter Campari, Carpano Classico Vermouth and Beefeater Dry Gin. Scarlet-hued attraction with chocolate garnish. A nod to the Italian Fiat 1100 made on Indian soil – the iconic Bombay taxi. (V)

With coconut-washed Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Pedro Ximénez Sherry and Medjool-date liqueur, this newly-fashioned old hat is light, strong and smooth. “High-class Bombay in a glass” – so they say. (V)

A tipple for any time of day or night, such is its allure. Beneath deep foam is sparkling wine with juicy mango and guava syrup. A hint of kokum, India’s ancient cooling fruit. (V)

Sip Baba’s espresso, chai spices and banana-laced La Hechicera Rum through a silky cushion of crema. Revive revelries. (Ve, V)

Sparkling wine atop fresh passion fruit and bay leaf liqueur, lashed with vanilla bitters and laced with Finlandia Vodka. An otherwise well-known cock-tail affair, here up-dated. (Ve, V)

Sincerely dry sour of Amrut and Nikka Days whiskies, with Dishoom Plum Liqueur and eggless (aquafaba) foam. Historians: Amrut distillery was founded in the year between India’s Independence and Bombay’s Prohibition. Vegans: enjoy. (Ve, V)

Tanqueray’s Rangpur Lime Distilled Gin on ice with sparkling wine, shiso cordial, white balsamic syrup, soda and a ruffle of shiso leaf. Tall, pale pink, light and less inebriating than most. (Ve, V)

Be not fooled by innocent appearances! Crystal-clear muddle of Takamaka Seychelles Rum Blanc, dry white vermouth, soda and house-made mojito cordial. A bushel of fresh mint pleases noses. (Ve, V)

Clarified yet creamy, cooling blend of Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva Rum, almond milk, black pepper and cardamom bitters – not to mention fragrant Thandai syrup. Adorned with fresh cardamom leaf. (Ve, V)

For a bold new nation, a jubilant libation: H by Hine VSOP Cognac, Earl Grey, lime, cinnamon and black cardamom. Hitherto made only for gatherings of four or more people, but today also procurable in individual glasses. Do not hesitate to enquire. (Ve, V)

The charming couplet goes a little madcap with Slane Irish Whiskey. (V)

Delicate green with oat cream, pistachio butter and aromatic gin from Stranger & Sons’ Third Eye Distillery in Goa. A comforting drink one can sink into, much like a pale sofa. (V)

Tomato juice, Finlandia Vodka, savoury makhani sauce, warming spices and array of comely edibles. Nothing cursory here. (V)

Feistiness abounds, but there is no swearing. (V)

A discreet cocktail, named for the notorious Assistant Commissioner of Police of Bombay. Fresh orange and lemon juice conceal vodka, jaggery and a furtive dash of orange bitters, on ice. (V)

Perky pineapple, ripe stone fruits and softest florals from summer days on Iberian mountains. Cooler nights impart zest. An affable and quaffable campéon (champion). (Ve, V)

Dry, crisp attack of passion fruit, grapefruit and gooseberry. A glimmer of minerals and celery salt. Welcome companion to grills, seafood, rich curries etc., etc., etc. from the very best hands in Sauvignon Blanc (Saint Clair). (Ve, V)

Snappy green apple and lime sherbet tickle cheeks, tame spice, refresh palates. Grapes bathed in Atlantic sea mists are behind this lively spritz. More mellow in alcohol than most (10.5% ABV). (Ve, V)

Glistening threads of white peach, honey, orange blossom and flint, for silken sipping. Made by a maverick, revered in the mountains and beyond. Pairs pleasingly with spice. (Ve, V)

Juicy brambles and midnight cherries laced with vanilla and spice. Garnacha vines burst majestically through stony Iberian foothills for this unendingly drinkable, ruby-red ‘queen of the rock’ (dama de roca). (Ve, V)

Uncommon paragon of Portuguese gentleness: velvety purple damsons and berries with lingering liquorice, fine tannins and very mellow spice. Cooling Atlantic air makes for most agreeable swigging. (Ve, V)

Luscious splendour of jammy cooked plums and darkest cherries with cinnamon, vanilla and a fleck of rosemary. Couples joyously with Black Daal. Named for fertility, so follow your nose into fruity pleasure profound. (Ve, V)

Masterpiece drawn from richest Malbec. Plump, heavy blackberries and smoothest-darkest cacao reach dramatic depths thanks to cleverly criss-crossed, high-up vineyard. Unhesitatingly exquisite in all respects. (Ve, V)

Extra-dry, refreshing aperitivo akin to Prosecco. Organic Garganega grapes grown by old-established family co-operative. Insist on having a ‘beautiful history’ (bella storia)! 125ml / 750ml (Ve, V)

Triumphant trio of Champagne grapes, grown by the renowned Remy family. Refreshing citrus and honeyed brioche with flickers of florals and mint amidst a flurry of fine, delicate bubbles. Commence jubilant clinkery. 750ml (Ve, V)

Alcohol-free organic sparkling wine of Muscat Blanc and Rivaner grapes, with the giddy name of ‘Funky Sausage’ (one must ask the Selbach family for precise meaning). Light, balanced, German. <0.5% 750ml (Ve, V)

Lightest-brightest whisper of a redcurrant, a cranberry and a (just-picked) raspberry. Decades of Italian family know-how sit behind this dangerously sippable, barely-there pink. Organic. (Ve, V)

Harmonious Sauvignon Blanc with subtleties of bruised apple, mango and cinnamon – a boon to curry and buttery dishes. Rich amber colour (thanks to 14 days hob-nobbing with grape-skins). Organic and biodynamic. (Ve, V)

To ensure the absence of any alcohol, the gin and vermouth are home-made, infused with Indian cocoa and fresh pear. Fire in the throat, warmth in the belly. (V)

Light on the tongue. Darjeeling, jasmine and grapefruit-mango fizz laced with CBD. Nibble your mango and go carefully in Balaram Street! (V)

An elegant glass of Baba’s espresso with complex black cardamom, cinnamon syrup and a warm, gingery kick. Enhances sobriety. (V)

Frozen pineapple-coconut classic – with lime juice, syrup of pitaya (dragon fruit) and papaya two ways (purée and garnish). Plenty of shimmy, but no rummy. (Ve, V)

Kokum fruit juice, chilli, citrus and salt, stirred all together for some time and left to rest before being strained over cubed ice. (Ve, V)

Light lemon drink to quench the thirst. Made with fresh juice, salt, sugar and soda. (Ve, V)

All feist and fizz. Chai-charged cold brew lashed with ginger beer and orange cordial. Lion’s mane, zinc and turmeric for vital energy. (V)

Glittering like the lights around the bay, this easy-breezy sunset tonic is lengthened with citrussy Crossip non-alcoholic spirit, Cabernet Rosé grape juice and soda. (Ve, V)

Transparent and innocent: house-made mojito cordial of mint, cardamom and lime, mixed with soda and non-alcoholic aperitivo. Bejewelled with a crisp lime wheel and a posy of fragrant mint. (V)

Watermelon is muddled with spearmint and lime, then thrown over cubes of ice. (Ve, V)

Long and sparkling, with the fresh tang of passion fruit, lime and coriander, finished with a generous splash of soda. (Ve, V)

Fiery ginger-apple tonic. Put pep in your step. (Ve, V)

Harmonising, healing, mind and body pleasing blend of turmeric, ginger and apple. (Ve, V)

Chilli-powered mango for the horse-like strength of lady-wrestler Hamida Banu. Defeat stress, noggin fog, low urges and the like. (Ve, V)

If you are hiccuping, someone is thinking of you. Sip this queen of cucumber elixirs for buoyant health in the belly and elsewhere. (Ve, V)

Compromised constitution? Tired? Sip this nice forest-fruit-ade, perked up with ube and cider-vinegar. Don’t dilly-dally. (Ve, V)

This mild and malty easy-drinking lager is India’s choicest favourite. 4.5% 330ml / 650ml (Ve, V)

Mondo explores tropical territory. From Mosaic and Simcoe hops, plenty of oats and late-dry-hopping pours forth juicy hazy golden goodness. 4.8% 330ml (Ve, V)

Bitter marmalade on toast with subtle aroma of warm mangoes, washed down with bright citrus. Long-lasting hops. Zesty, gluten-free and refreshingly sippable, morning to night. 3.4% 330ml (Ve, V)

An UnBarred x Permit Room collaboration – exceedingly drinkable, slightly tart. Prized pineapple perked up with a twist of cracked black pepper and vanilla spice. Enriched with a little buttery-biscuit crumble. 5.5% 440ml (Ve, V)

The golden key to wet-your-whistle soberly. Bold hops and best botanicals mingle in this crisp and mighty modern miracle. Senses remain intact, minds are happily mellowed. <0.5%, 330ml (Ve, V)

Crafted by skilled workmanship in Herefordshire. Very mellow fruitfulness, best cider apples, kissed by the maturing sun. Pairs well with feisty food. 4.8% 500ml (Ve, V)

Reborn John Barleycorn trips gently on lion’s mane mushroom and calming ashwagandha. Malty, citrussy and alcohol-low, an effervescent brew for clear beer-like good moods. 0.5%, 330ml (Ve, V)

Inspired by timeworn porter recipes that washed up in India, made modern by Kernel Brewery. Indulge in notes of chocolate, coffee, tobacco and leather. 6.0% 330ml (Ve, V)

Same-same but different. The sober sister to India's favourite. 330ml / 0.0% (Ve, V)

Sweet-berry creamy concoction with tangy kefir. Select vitamins, tremella mushroom and a drop of aloe vera bring inner and outer glow. We make or unmake our lives every day. (V)

First-class yoghurt-drink with mango and a sprinkling of fennel seeds. (V)

The traditional Holi drink. Ours is with ginger, shredded mint and hints of spice – but with cheerful dashes of CBD botanical bitters in place of the traditional half oz. of reliable supply. Let minds be calmed and not altered. (V)

Sweet and subtle as a perfumed love-letter. (V)

Creamy yoghurt, salted and gently spiced with crushed cumin. (V)

Yoghurt, banana, mango, oats and generous plant protein (20g). Whether you are upar hathi (broad like elephant) or agarbatti (skinny like incense), you must enjoy life. Keep regular. (V)

A concoction of yoghurt, banana, mango and oats. Keep regular. (V)

Bombay’s favourite cola, in bottles nicely worn from recycling. Indian import, mostly available. 300ml (Ve, V)

Fizzy lemon drink. “Contains no fruit”. Indian import, mostly available. 300ml (Ve, V)

"Parsi is raspberry and raspberry is Parsi!" according to Mr. Kohinoor. 300ml (Ve, V)

Lightly sparkled apple-raspberry water, sparked with Sarawak pepper. Wild mushrooms and best B-vitamins chivvy up your chakras with neither caffeine nor sugar. 250ml (Ve, V)

Still elderflower-peach water for balancing humours after exercise and excess. Enigmatic magnesium allays exhaustion. 500ml (V)

Sparkling balance of sharp pink grapefruit, lime and salt, brimming with health benefits first discovered on the prickly pear cactus in Mexico. Embrace your digestive inmates! 330ml (Ve, V)

Acclaimed tart-sweet lemon-elderflower fizzy drink with lion’s mane and ginseng for marvels of the mind. 250ml (V)

Assam is the most well-liked tea-leaf in India. Malty, brisk and bright. (Ve, V)

Fresh vigour and increased joie-de-vivre. (V)

A charming couplet of dark chocolate and spicy chai. (Ve, V)

The finest tea grown organically on the rolling hills of the Darjeeling region. Gentle in fragrance, unmatched in prestige. (Ve, V)

A spearmint steeper to cleanse the palate. (Ve, V)

Kindly ask your server for oat milk if desired. (Ve, V)

Consult your server about our finest grade guest filter coffees – hot or iced. (Ve, V)

Turmeric, black pepper and jaggery frothed milk. Nani’s golden remedy. (Ve, V)