Why settle for traditional coolers? Try these refreshing Indian mocktails inspired by traditional flavours and delight your guests. Indian-inspired beverages are becoming increasingly popular across restaurants, cafés, and modern bars across the world, especially among guests looking for refreshing, flavourful, and non-alcoholic options. Combining traditional Indian ingredients like rose syrup, basil seeds, fresh fruits, spices, and aromatic herbs with modern presentation styles, Indian mocktails offer a perfect blend of culture and creativity.3 easy Indian mocktail recipes to elevate your next gathering. (Unsplash)​Also read | Try these 3 summer cocktails for a refreshing boost: From Chilli Smoke Mango to ShillingIndian-inspired mocktailsPrateek Chaudhary, director of beverages at Kiran's, Houston, shared the quick recipes of Indian-inspired mocktails you can try at home. From the royal flavours of Mughal-inspired drinks to refreshing summer coolers, these beverages are gaining attention for their vibrant colours, unique taste profiles, and Instagram-worthy appeal. Mocktails such as Anarkali, Raja and Rani, and Mohabbat-E-Sharbat beautifully represent India’s rich culinary heritage while catering to global tastes. Here’s the breakdown of the recipes.AnarkaliIngredientsHere are the ingredients required to make an Anarkali mocktail at home:60 ml pomegranate juice30 ml rose syrup20 ml lemon juiceSoda waterIce cubesRose petals and mint leaves for garnishThese beverages are gaining attention for their vibrant colours, unique taste profiles, and Instagram-worthy appeal. (Pexel)MethodHere’s the step-by-step process to make this mocktail at home:Step 1: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.Step 2: Add pomegranate juice, rose syrup, and lemon juice.Step 3: Stir gently and top with soda water.Step 4: Garnish with rose petals and fresh mint leaves.PresentationServe in a royal-style glass with a rose petal rim for a Mughal-inspired touch.Raja and RaniIngredientsHere are the ingredients required to make Raja and Rani mocktail at home:60 ml mango juice40 ml orange juice20 ml pineapple juice10 ml ginger syrupSparkling waterIce cubesOrange slice and cherry for garnishMethodHere’s the step-by-step process to make this mocktail at home:Step 1: Add ice cubes to a cocktail shaker.Step 2: Pour mango, orange, pineapple juice, and ginger syrup.Step 3: Shake well and strain into a fancy goblet.Step 4: Top with sparkling water.Step 5: Garnish with orange slices and cherries.PresentationServe in a golden-rimmed glass to reflect the royal “Raja and Rani” theme.Indian-inspired beverages are becoming increasingly popular across restaurants, cafés, and modern bars across the world. (Pexel)Mohabbat-e-SharbatIngredientsHere are the ingredients required to make Mohabbat-e-sharbat at home:50 ml rose syrup150 ml chilled milk2 tbsp watermelon cubes1 tbsp basil seeds (sabja), soakedIce cubesDry rose petals for garnishMethodHere’s the step-by-step process to make this at home:Step 1: Add soaked basil seeds and watermelon cubes into a serving glass.Step 2: Fill the glass with ice cubes.Step 3: Pour chilled milk and rose syrup.Step 4: Stir lightly until beautifully blended.Step 5: Garnish with dry rose petals.PresentationServe chilled in a traditional kulhad or crystal glass for an authentic Delhi-style experience.Anukriti Srivastava thrives at the intersection of words and voice, where journalism meets storytelling. A digital editor and journalist with over 5 years of experience, she has written across lifestyle, women issues, relationships, entertainment, fashion, and travel. She did her Masters in Broadcast Journalism and has published more than 500+ lifestyle content pieces across platforms.