When classic blue is the colour of the year

27/01/2020

A new year always brings new hope, success, happiness, and adventure. As we have already entered in 2020, we are ready to make the year most memorable just like past years. In the era of 21st century, everybody likes to follow trends and millennials just can’t get over the trends at any cost. From fashion to food, everything needs to be trendy for a millennial. Just like other years, Pantone Colour Institute has announced the colour of the year,2020 which is Classic Blue. After the announcement it has become the present trend in social media, everyone is talking about it. Even, during the announcement of the Colour of the Year a cocktail of classic blue colour was served. So, why don’t we check a few of the places in Kolkata which has Tea, Cocktails and Mocktails in classic blue? So, here is a list of the places in Kolkata who serves drinks of classic blue colour.

Karma Kettle: Who doesn’t love to unwind over a cup of steaming hot tea? Tea is not just a power beverage but a culture, an emotion that every Indian connects to. It not only helps to soothe a tired mind but is also, a great way to eliminate those unwanted toxins from the body. Sounds surreal? If you are a tea-aficionado and a health geek, it is time to revel. Karma Kettle is here to address your concerns about tea by offering an experience like never before!

From Spain to China and from Marrakech to Benaras, you are sure to sense the world into a teacup. Karma Kettle has two outlets in Kolkata. One in Swinhoe street and another one is in Alipore. In Karma Kettle, you can get tea in blue which is Blue Lagoon. It is packed with the citrus flavour and Lemongrass adds an irresistible energizing aroma to the brew. This tisane can be served both hot and cold. This is the perfect base for both cocktails and mocktails. It brews to an azure blue colour making it the perfect summertime drink! Squeeze a hint of lemon and watch the colour change to violet. the ingredients of the Blue Lagoon tea are Butterfly pea flower, Lemongrass & Kaffir Lime. The price of the tea is Rs. 150/-

What: Blue Lagoon Tea

Where: Karma Kettle, 4, Swinhoe St, Ekdalia, Ballygunge, Kolkata, West Bengal 700019 Karma Kettle, 17/1D, Near State Bank of India, Alipore, Kolkata – 700027 Timings: 11 AM – 9 PM except for Mondays

ECHOES: ECHOES, a conceptual restaurant that serves much more than just food on the platter. They serve a beautiful vision, and idea and embellish it with uniqueness. Echoes is one such unique café which is a distinctive restaurant, run by deaf and mute staffs and implements techniques that are uncommon in the industry. Located at Topsia, ECHOES is the fourth outlet with the same services here in Kolkata after Delhi and Bangalore. With their lipsmacking dishes, beverages and most importantly, with their kind and friendly staff, it’s receiving all the love and support which these people deserve. And now to keep their customers more content and cheerful and to follow the trend, ECHOES has curated a new cocktail in classic blue which is Skyfall, it combines spicy Mexican flavours with tequila. The price of the Cocktail is Rs. 399/- +taxes.

What: Skyfall

Where: ECHOES, Haute Street Corporate Park, 86A, Topsia Road, Sixth Floor, Kolkata – 700046

Timings: 12:30 PM – 12 AM

The Drunken Monkey: The Drunken Monkey, a Restro-pub located in the basement of O2 Vip Hotel, Kaikhali, Kolkata undoubtedly presents the folks of the city with the perfect hang out spot for any occasion. The 84-seater restro-pub with chic and quirky décor, a British feel and sumptuous food and beverage options would not only catch your attention at the first glance but would also make you want to try out the place at least once. You will get one cocktail and one mocktail in classic blue at The Drunken Monkey which are Blue LIT (the cocktail), the price of this is Rs. 550/- +taxes and Blue Shoe (the mocktail) which will cost Rs. 250/- +taxes.

What: Blue Shoe and Blue LIT

Where: The Drunken Monkey, RGM 643, VIP Rd, Near Airport, Kaikhali, Kolkata, West Bengal 700052

Timings: 12 Noon – 11:30 PM

Ministry of Booze: This new pub in town has already grasped the attention of many people with its simple yet elegant décor, delicious food and of course, the pocket-friendly price range. The place has become one of the most crowded places of Kolkata and also a favourite spot for college-goers. Among all the beverages, they have a cocktail in blue which is Frozen Blue Margarita, a combination of Tequila, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, and Blue Curacao – served in Margarita Glass with Lemon Twist. Price – Rs. 350/- +taxes.

What: Frozen Blue Margarita

Where: Ministry of Booze, 1st floor, Pecon Tower, DH Block (Newtown), Action Area I, Newtown, New Town, West Bengal 700156

Timings: 12 AM – 12 PM

Traffic Gastropub: Located in City Centre 2, just minutes away from Chinar Park, Traffic Gastropub is a place known for its fine music, exceptional food, and classy and quirky décor. This Gastropub has already become a place in which we are in love with. With the 25ft. bar area being the longest in Kolkata, the gastropub gives its customers a feel of both an English pub and a café. The interior of the pub cum café has been inspired by street, cars and the pandemonium that engulfs people while traveling on the road, the ambience reflects the world of traffic at large. From the day of its launch, Traffic Gastropub is always a part of the trends. So, this time they have come up with Blue Lagoon cocktail which is a combination of vodka and blue curacao liquor garnished with orange and cherry on the top. The price of the drink is Rs. 450/- +taxes.

What: Blue Lagoon

Where: Traffic Gastropub, 2 nd Floor, City Centre, Rajarhat Newtown, Kolkata, West Bengal 700157

Timings: 12 AM – 12 PM

So, if you want to try something in the trendiest colour of the year, you can easily visit these places to have your favourite drinks on Blue.

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