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South China Morning Post
a day ago
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Drink in Focus: Mole Negroni at Coa Hong Kong
There was a time many years ago when Coa was just one of several concepts riding a mescal wave, a wave that would have completely washed out if not for the bar's three straight years atop Asia's 50 Best Bars list . That it remains one of Hong Kong's best bars is testament to founder Jay Khan's ability to showcase the agave spirits he and his team are so passionate about, both via a curated selection of specialist bottles and the agave-focused cocktail menu. Khan was recently honoured at Asia's 50 Best Bars with the Industry Icon Award. The team keeps things simple and approachable, and it's through cocktails like the Mole Negroni that Khan is able to connect with the side of the market that may be wary of trying agave spirits straight up, while still taking inspiration from the bar's Oaxacan roots. Jay Khan, co-founder of Coa, was recently honoured at Asia's 50 Best Bars, receiving the Industry Icon Award. Photo: Handout 'The drink is inspired by the rich and complex mole negro [sauce] from Oaxaca, known for its unique combination of unsweetened chocolate, chilli and a variety of other ingredients,' notes Khan. 'We crafted the Mole Negroni to capture that essence, balancing deep chocolatey flavours with a hint of spice and complexity. Most guests are pleasantly surprised by the chocolatey richness of the drink and often compliment the refined cacao notes.' The Mole Negroni begins with a premix of Ocho Reposado tequila, Carpano Antica Formula and Campari in equal parts, with the addition of ancho verde liqueur and cacao husk. 'We blend all the ingredients and charge them in an iSi canister [pressure foamer] with nitrous oxide, creating a pressure that rapidly infuses flavours,' Khan explains. 'The process allows liquid to penetrate the pores of the cacao husk, which – being paper-thin and extremely porous – is perfect for infusing with liquids like spirit, making it far more effective than the cacao bean itself.' Coa Hong Kong is a Mexican craft cocktail bar specialising in all things agave. Photo: K.Y. Cheng The drink is strained through a cheesecloth and coffee filter to create a clear texture, before being stirred with saline solution for balance, and served with a chocolate coin as garnish. As far as infusing the cacao husk is concerned, the process is a relatively simple one. But how about when it comes to choosing an appropriate base and supplementary ingredients? 'To elevate our drink with a warm and woody depth, we chose reposado [slightly aged] tequila,' says Khan. 'While a blanco could suffice, the complexity of the reposado is perfect for mimicking mole flavours. The Ocho Reposado brings delightful notes of vanilla, caramel and spice. We also use ancho verde liqueur, which is made with dry poblano [a mild chilli pepper from Mexico].'
Web Release
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
Sip the Story: Flying Elephant Mystical Mixology Introduces Handcrafted Cocktails Inspired by India's Spirit and Soul
At Flying Elephant Mystical Mixology, every cocktail is more than a drink—it's a journey through India's layered culture, crafted by one of the UAE's finest talents behind the bar. Spearheading this unique cocktail narrative is Rishwathan Kumaravel, Flying Elephant's Bar Manager and Head Mixologist, whose decade of experience has shaped a beverage program that bridges nostalgia, craftsmanship, and innovation. Known for transforming ordinary spirits into storytelling masterpieces, Rishwathan has drawn inspiration from India's rich tapestry—from the bustling streets of Kolkata's Tangra to the serene backwaters of Kerala—to create a lineup of cocktails that evoke memory, place, and emotion. Take for instance the 'Fruit Seller'—a honeyed, zesty concoction with roasted pineapple and palm candy that pays tribute to India's vibrant street fruit vendors, whose cheerful calls and colorful carts mark daily life in local markets. Then there's the 'Orange County Coffee', a tribute to Chikmagalur's legacy of coffee cultivation, blending orange-infused Indian whisky with caramel and tonic to offer a warm yet refreshing sip of heritage. 'Each cocktail is a page from our cultural diary,' says Rishwathan. 'I wanted to go beyond the typical; I wanted every element—the aroma, the garnish, the first sip—to trigger a memory or a story.' The 'Mausambi Hi Ball', crisp and citrusy with a subtle chili twist, is a nod to Mughal-era sharbat traditions, while 'Gulab Jal', made with gulkand and rose essence, captures the cooling summer drinks passed down through generations. For those craving something bolder, the 'Fire Jaan'—coconut-washed bourbon with cardamom bitters—is served with a flame and inspired by the fiery theatrics of Indian street-side celebrations. And the story doesn't end with the menu. Flying Elephant's atmosphere evolves with each day of the week, offering guests immersive experiences that pair perfectly with the cocktail selection: · Monday: Bollywood Lounge Nights with a live Indian band set the tone for a nostalgic start to the week. · Tuesday: Forbidden Tuesdays—a Ladies Night featuring DJ Bling and exclusive offers. · Wednesday: Bombay Velvet Gents Night with live band performance for a masculine twist on vintage glamour. · Thursday: The Elephant's Club – Hotelier, Crew & Media Networking Nights curated for industry professionals. · Friday: Jazz Night comes alive with De Cruz Entertainment and their soulful, sultry sets. · Saturday: The Elephant in the Room- Mystical Brunch with live band followed by an After Party with DJ Bling, transforms the venue into a mystical whimsical world of music, food, and mixology. And throughout the week (Monday to Friday), Business Lunches and Mystic Happy Hours ensure that daytime guests can enjoy just as much flavor and flair as the night crowd. Whether you're here for a celebratory drink, a soulful night out, or a taste of India's hidden histories, Flying Elephant Mystical Mixology is where tradition gets a twist—and every cocktail has a story worth telling. Flying Elephant Mystical Mixology is located at Novotel Dubai Al Barsha, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. For further information, please call +971 54 996 3324or follow @ on Instagram. Online bookings can be made here.
Hype Malaysia
17-06-2025
- Business
- Hype Malaysia
KL Rolls Out The Red Carpet For Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur At Merdeka 118
Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur is set to open its doors in August 2025, introducing the highly-anticipated Park Hyatt brand to Malaysia. Slated to be one of the most iconic luxury addresses in Malaysia's capital city, the hotel will occupy the top floors of Merdeka 118, the tallest skyscraper in Asia Pacific. Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur will provide discerning global travellers with a refined home in the sky featuring tasteful comforts and purposeful culinary and wellness offerings. To experience its thoughtful hospitality rooted in Malaysia's rich culture and history, guests can now book the Opening Offer and The Suite Escape packages online on its official website. Embodying the Park Hyatt brand's distinctive take on understated luxury, the hotel's sophisticated interiors by G.A Group are inspired by Malaysia's cultural heritage and traditional crafts. The hotel's 252 spacious guestrooms and suites will offer unrivalled, soaring panoramas, providing guests with a tranquil stay in Kuala Lumpur. A dedicated sanctuary of fitness and rejuvenation awaits on the 99th floor for those seeking to elevate their wellness journey. The hotel will introduce new culinary concepts to Malaysia through its all-day dining at Park Lounge, a dedicated restaurant Merdeka Grill, and a chocolate-themed bar, Cacao Mixology & Chocolate – all located on the 75th floor with sweeping views of the city. Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur will deliver thoughtfully-curated dining experiences, providing a modern interpretation of Malaysia's diverse cuisines using premium, sustainably-sourced ingredients. Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur invites discerning travellers to experience an illustrious stay with opening offers starting from RM1,500 (US$338). Book the Opening Offer to enjoy daily breakfast for two, complimentary parking, along with 500 World of Hyatt bonus points. Select The Suite Escape for additional bespoke offerings such as artisanal treats by award-winning Executive Pastry Chef, Holger Deh, a private cultural experience featuring a visit to Rumah Penghulu Abu Seman, as well as RM650 (US$149) hotel credits – for use at the hotel's restaurants and spa. For more information on Park Hyatt's signature packages, visit What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
TimesLIVE
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
DJ Terance to perform at Lumo's birthday Mixology edition
Multi-award winning house DJ Terance is to be the headline act during the Lumo lounge and living's first birthday week. DJ Terance, full name Terance Molefi, is known for his Music Box compilations released by the Soul Candi label. He will showcase his skills at Lumo lounge and living, Ruimsig, Roodepoort. The Lumo birthday week kicked-off on June 11 with Quality Time and Comedy featuring David Kau and Celeste Ntuli. On June 12 it is Mixology featuring deep house DJ QT, DJ Claude, and China, among others. Body Poetry follows on June 13 with Mawhoo, on June 14 it is Bubbles and Brunch with Dineo Ranaka and on June 15 Grown and Sexy with Zee Nxumalo. The event ends on June 16 with DJ Lamiez. Speaking to TshisaLIVE, DJ Terance said Mixology isn't just an event, it's a 'time machine'. 'The edition is designed for music lovers who grew up dancing to the soulful sounds of the 1990s and early 2000s. It brings back the vibe of a truly formative era. Picture this, the rhythmic pulse of vinyl, the deep, soulful beats that defined a generation and DJs who aren't just spinning, they're storytelling.' At the heart of this revival is a roster of South Africa's most revered stars. Vinny Da Vinci, a name synonymous with deep, sophisticated grooves, continues to carry the torch with events such as Tequila Gang, every Thursday. These sessions, featuring hand-picked guests are a haven for those who crave real house music — raw, stripped-back and immersive. 'Lulo Café is another champion of the movement with his old school Tuesdays, an event that balances nostalgia and freshness, inviting audiences to rediscover the timeless sound of pure house. And who could forget the giants who paved the way — DJs such as Ganyani, Christos, Khabzela, DJ Monde and DJ Fresh, whose influence continues to echo. Their spirit lives on in every bassline, every beat drop and dance floor moment at Mixology and similar gatherings.'
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Business Standard
10-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Marketing Mixology: Ambi Parameswaran's book on the ideal cocktail
Marketing Mixology: Four Essential Ingredients for Marketing Success Published by Westland 172 pages ₹350 In a business-reading landscape awash with jargon-laden tomes and MBA-speak, Marketing Mixology: Four Essential Ingredients for Marketing Success is refreshingly unpretentious. The author, Ambi Parameswaran, a veteran marketer whose career straddles consumer staples, pharmaceuticals and tech, has produced a guide that feels more like a hands-on workshop than an exposition in a lecture hall. He does not march the reader through the usual catechism of STP (segmentation, targeting, positioning). Instead, each chapter opens with a problem drawn from the industry trenches and closes with a practical tool you could carry straight into Monday's team huddle. Almost every concept in the book is introduced with a relatable case that will imprint on the reader's mind the concept to be grasped. Each idea is anchored by a real-world situation: A bungled launch, an unexplored opportunity, an over-engineered presentation, a tone-deaf e-mail. This approach keeps the reader honest; you cannot skim a page without confronting a familiar real-life situation. By comparing steps to understand consumers taken by a range of organisations — from large fast-moving consumer goods companies to direct-to-consumer startups — the author illustrates how the same insight, cast in a different light, can transform a strategy from myopic to breakthrough. This makes it a good read for everyone. The book is a useful and absorbing read whether you are a recent graduate, a mid-career professional or a business leader. For a rookie graduate, the book will provide foundational knowledge with contemporary insights for a digital First World. For a mid-career professional looking to transition from tactical execution to strategic leadership, this book can address the competency gaps that emerge at this stage of a career. For business leaders, this mixology will be an essential toolkit to make informed strategic decisions even if marketing isn't their primary area of expertise. In fact, for practicing professionals, Mixology is an excellent refresher on branding. In a world where 'performance' marketers are often given sales targets, this book is a reality check. The section on myths about branding is especially relevant for new age startups and entrepreneurs. The author impresses upon the reader the importance of branding but goes one step further. He lays down a road map on the steps to master branding right from brand appraisal to brand expansion. As we go through the chapter, you realise that branding need not be a substitute but should complement all the digital spends that brands are doing almost like clockwork these days. The quote ,'If you can't measure it, you can't manage it', may not be found in many branding books, but Marketing Mixology explains it with elan. Another feature of this book is the number of pages. At less than 200 pages, this mixology can be drained in a few sittings. This book is not a tome, yet it does a wonderful job of fulfilling readers' needs. You can read this in four sittings of 30 to 45 minutes just before you sleep, or even on a Delhi-Mumbai flight. The chapters on customers and branding are fast-paced and you will find that you revisit these often at work or even at a B-school. For me, the highlight of the book was the section on sales and negotiation. We are entering an era where every marketer is part of sales conversations and vice-versa. Common sales techniques have been 'reframed' in a fun way — in this case the explanation on how a mother could cut slices of pizza among siblings is an apt example. So what might you miss in the book? To start with, this is not the book for optimising your 'click throughs' or for lowering your 'cost per lead' — not in the short term, at least. This book has many digital era connotations, but in the larger context of 2025 marketing, these are cameos, not starring roles. But the book does a great job of doing what it proposes, which is to talk about the 'four essential ingredients of marketing success'. For those new to marketing or from a non-marketing background, I would recommend this book as their first read on the subject. It's a gateway to the world of marketing that isn't intimidating but fun. Kudos to the author and the publisher for keeping it uncomplicated.
