The Bengal Ingredient Series, a unique cocktail menu that uses sophisticated mixology to bring Bengal’s most evocative ingredients to life, is available on Deck 88 at The Astor Hotel, which is situated at 15, Shakespeare Sarani, next to Nightingale Hospital, Kankaria Estates, Park Street area, Kolkata. Each cocktail costs Rs 650. Every piece in this collection is carefully constructed around a single aspect of local history, transforming well-known flavors into immersive, modern expressions that honor the state’s rich culinary heritage.

“Our goal at The Astor has always been to create experiences that speak to both innovation and legacy. We aimed to present Bengal’s famous ingredients in a way that is both traditional and forward-thinking with The Bengal Ingredient Series. Each cocktail is more than just a drink; it’s a story—one that reflects the diversity, depth, and character of this region,” said Amit Kobat, General Manager of The Astor Hotel.

Each cocktail on the menu offers a unique take on regional flavors, creating a sensory journey across Bengal. On offer are Sundarban Shourya, Cha’er Shohor, Aam Raja, Chaltar Smriti, Mishti Mrittika, and Nolen Noir.

Deck 88 offers a cocktail experience that is both elevated in craft and deeply ingrained in culture by reimagining tradition through a contemporary lens with The Bengal Ingredient Series.

Priyanka Dutta