City on the Rocks: Maikada's Daring New Cocktail Menu is Mumbai in a Glass

A Spirited Tribute to the City That Never Sleeps

Tucked inside The Shalimar Hotel at Kemps Corner, Maikada is rewriting the rules of Mumbai's bar scene with its latest launch - 'City on the Rocks', a concept-first cocktail programme that's equal parts storytelling and mixology. More than just a list of drinks, this is a flavour-charged, emotion-led experience that bottles the chaos, charisma, and charm of Mumbai's most iconic neighbourhoods.

Six Neighbourhoods. Six Stories. Infinite Sips.

Curated in collaboration with Good Times & Co., the menu takes guests on a nostalgic bar-crawl across the city - one cocktail at a time. Each signature serve is dedicated to a specific Mumbai locality - Dadar Market, Chor Bazaar, Kala Ghoda, Juhu Beach, Bandra-Worli Sea Link, and of course, Maikada's own Kemps Corner. But it's not just the ingredients that transport you - it's the experience.

Every cocktail is accompanied by a tangible menu card that evokes a mood or memory, pairing words like chaos, impulse, or comfort with expressive flavour notes like spiced, floral, citrusy, or nutty. There's even a blind tasting twist, inviting guests to sip with their senses, not their assumptions.

Not Just Garnish – It's Spirit-First and Soul-Full

This isn't the place for flashy glassware or over-styled cocktails. City on the Rocks is all about clean, confident serves where the base spirit leads and the flavour profile lingers. From the vodka-based 'Horn Ok Please' featuring a wild ghati masala-honey cordial, to the 'Aam-chi 36', a mango-tajin-tequila blend that walks the line between nostalgic and new, each drink is bold yet balanced.

These are cocktails made for conversations, not distractions - vibrant, rooted, and unafraid. For those who appreciate luxury spirits and premium tequila experiences, Maikada's selection offers something truly exceptional.

Pair It with Plates That Speak Mumbai

Drinks this expressive deserve equally punchy pairings and Maikada's small plate edit delivers in spades. The culinary line-up reinterprets local comfort with contemporary verve:

• Mini Vada Pav – elevated with zesty pudina chutney
• Chicken Tikka – smoked, skewered, and glazed in a mango-mustard lacquer
• Beetroot Sliders – sweetened with candied orange for that earthy pop

Designed to complement, not compete, these plates are flavour-forward, familiar, and built for sharing. The approach mirrors what five-star hotels bringing luxury dining experiences have mastered, elevating familiar flavours with sophisticated techniques.

"This is Real. This is Raw. This is Us." – Yash Advani

Behind Maikada is Yash Advani, third-generation torchbearer of The Shalimar Hotel legacy and the mind behind this genre-defining menu. "City on the Rocks captures Mumbai the way we live it, not filtered, not manicured, but full of contradictions and character. It's our city, just served with better ice."

In a sea of me-too bars, Maikada stands out with a programme that's personal, place-driven, and pulsing with identity. It isn't just about what's in the glass, it's about what that glass represents.

The New Blueprint for Mumbai's Cocktail Culture

As India's bar scene gets smarter and more global, Maikada brings the conversation home, quite literally. With City on the Rocks, this Kemps Corner hideout has created a concept bar experience that's both a love letter to Mumbai and a manifesto for the future of Indian mixology.

The innovative approach to mixology and craft cocktails positions Maikada alongside other pioneering establishments that are redefining India's cocktail culture. Much like the success of award-winning bars like Copitas, Maikada demonstrates how Indian venues can create world-class drinking experiences.

For Mumbai's luxury hospitality scene, this represents a significant step forward. As luxury hotels continue to expand their presence in Mumbai, establishments like Maikada set the standard for what discerning guests expect from the city's nightlife.

Ready to taste the city? Maikada – The Shalimar Hotel, Kemps Corner, Mumbai

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