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International Beer Day: 4 Beer Cocktails That Deserve A Spot On Your Celebration List
Last Updated: These four cocktail recipes will bring flair, fun, and fizz to your Beer Day celebration International Beer Day, observed on the first Friday of August, is the perfect occasion to sip and experiment, whether you're a die-hard beer lover or just looking for a reason to raise a glass. These four cocktail recipes will bring flair, fun, and fizz to your Beer Day celebration. Lion's Blush A fruity, floral refresher with a playful roar. This cocktail combines crisp gin and Simba Wit with juicy strawberries and zesty lime. It's bright, airy, and perfect for garden parties or hot afternoons. Ingredients: Fresh strawberries – 4–5 pieces Fresh lime juice – 20 ml Gin – 30 ml Sugar – a touch (optional) Simba Wit – to top Ice – as needed Method: In a shaker, muddle the strawberries. Add lime juice, gin, and a touch of sugar. Shake with ice and strain into a chilled glass. A bold espresso twist for caffeine-loving beerheads. Coconut water and vodka meet the kick of espresso, balanced by the crispness of Simba Lager. It's the cocktail you didn't know you needed. Ingredients: Vodka – 30 mlCoconut water – 60 ml Sugar – 10 ml Espresso – 1 shot Simba Lager – to top Ice – as needed Method: Combine vodka, coconut water, sugar, and espresso in a chilled glass. Stir gently and add ice. Top with Simba Lager and serve chilled. Jungle Jam A tropical escape with a zingy, herbaceous hit. Think pineapple, lime, ginger, and coriander shaken with white rum, topped off with smooth Simba Lager. Ideal for brunch or sunset sipping. Ingredients: White rum – 30 ml Pineapple juice – 30 ml Lime juice – 10 ml Ginger juice – 10 ml (or ¼ piece fresh ginger) Coriander – 3–4 sprigs Simba Lager – to top Ice – as needed Method: Add rum, juices, and coriander to a shaker. Muddle if using fresh ginger. Shake with ice and strain into a glass. Top with Simba Lager and enjoy chilled. Simba Sundrew A juicy, mango-forward cocktail with a desi twist. Smooth mango purée meets sharp lemon, black salt, and vodka, balanced with a Simba Lager top-up. It's juicy, salty, bold, and incredibly refreshing. Ingredients: Mango purée – 60 ml Lemon juice – 20 ml Black salt – ½ bar spoon (plus more to rim the glass) Vodka – 30 ml Simba Lager – to top Ice – as needed Method: Rim a glass with black salt. Shake mango purée, lemon juice, black salt, and vodka with ice. Strain into the salt-rimmed glass. Top with Simba Lager and serve chilled. So, This Beer Day, forget basic pints, go bold, go playful, and get a little crafty with your brews. Whether you're chilling at home or throwing a party, these beer cocktails will elevate your celebrations and impress your guests. And as always, sip responsibly and roar with flavour. About the Author Lifestyle Desk Our life needs a bit of style to get the perfect zing in the daily routine. News18 Lifestyle is one-stop destination for everything you need to know about the world of fashion, food, health, travel, More The News18 Lifestyle section brings you the latest on health, fashion, travel, food, and culture — with wellness tips, celebrity style, travel inspiration, and recipes. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! view comments Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: July 29, 2025, 09:35 IST News lifestyle International Beer Day: 4 Beer Cocktails That Deserve A Spot On Your Celebration List Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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Far From Omkareshwar? Here's How You Can Perform Sacred Pujas From Home
Last Updated: Devotees can now perform sacred Omkareshwar temple rituals like Maha Mrityunjaya and Navgrah Puja from home with online booking and live streaming. Visiting the sacred town of Omkareshwar in Madhya Pradesh's Khandwa district has always been a spiritual goal for devotees. But now, you no longer have to travel to the temple. You can perform rituals and seek blessings from Lord Omkareshwar right from your home, and that too, with complete Vedic rituals. Whether you live in India or abroad, the temple's online services now let you stay spiritually connected from anywhere. Avoid the Crowd, Experience Darshan Online To make things easier for devotees, the Omkareshwar Temple Trust has launched online services. Now, for Rs 300, you can book a 'quick darshan" ticket through the temple's official website. This means you can avoid standing in long queues and still get darshan on time. It's especially helpful for those who can't travel due to health issues, busy schedules, or long distances. Which Rituals Can Be Performed from Home? Navgraha Shanti Puja This ritual helps reduce the negative effects of planets. If your birth chart shows any grah dosha (planetary issues), this puja is considered highly effective. Laghu Rudrabhishek and Panchamrit Puja These rituals, dedicated to Lord Shiva, are performed to ensure the overall welfare and prosperity of the devotee and their family. Kaal Sarp Dosh Nivaran Puja If your kundli (horoscope) has Kaal Sarp Yog, this puja is considered auspicious for removing its effects and bringing peace. Partheshwar and Chintamani Partheshwar Puja These are special forms of Shiva worship done through Shivling rituals, especially for mental peace and harmony in the family. Jalabhishek Seva You can also now sponsor the sacred water offering on the Shivling in your name — all without having to step into the temple. How to Book These Services? Booking is simple. Just visit the official website of Omkareshwar Temple or the authorised portal. You'll be able to select the Puja, date, your name, and your gotra. All rituals are conducted by experienced temple priests, strictly following Vedic traditions. Devotees receive a full video recording or can watch the ritual live through streaming. Online Dharmshala Booking Available Too You can also book your stay in the temple's dharmshalas (rest houses) online. So, if you're planning to visit Omkareshwar in person, your accommodation can be sorted in advance. Who Can Use These Online Services? Why Choose Online Pujas? As sacred places like Omkareshwar embrace technology, staying connected to your faith has become easier than ever. These online services not only save time but also give peace of mind and spiritual strength, even from thousands of kilometres away. If you're going through tough times, facing health issues, or dealing with planetary problems, give Omkareshwar's online puja services a try. They may offer the relief and blessings you've been seeking. The News18 Lifestyle section brings you the latest on health, fashion, travel, food, and culture — with wellness tips, celebrity style, travel inspiration, and recipes. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Omkareshwar view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
