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Some events are special because food, fashion, and drinks join together to make the night exciting. At Cocktail Couture, people saw wonderful clothes on stage while tasting new, stylish drinks. It felt like a show and a party at the same time. Each cocktail matched the fashion theme, making the night fun and different for everyone.

Special Inspiration for Cocktails
Designer Amit Aggarwal wanted futuristic clothes that also celebrated old traditions. This idea also inspired the drinks. Mixologist Avinash Kapoli created cocktails using ideas from the French Alps and Indian flavors. These drinks used herbs, fruits, and floral notes to match the style and feeling of the fashion show.

Easy and Stylish Cocktail Recipes
Cooking at home can be fun and anyone can try making these stylish cocktails. Here are four simple recipes to mix and enjoy with family and friends.

1. Alpage Vert
Ingredients
Grey Goose Altius – 45 ml
Dry Vermouth – 20 ml
Herb Tincture – 8 dashes
Garnish – Pickled grape

Steps
Pour Altius, vermouth, and tincture into a glass with ice.
Stir until cold.
Strain the mix into a martini glass.
Add a pickled grape on top.

2. Sel des Cimes
Ingredients
Grey Goose Altius – 45 ml
Dry Vermouth – 20 ml
Jujube Brine – 40 ml
Garnish – Pickled jujube

Steps
Mix all ingredients in a glass with ice.
Stir until blended and cold.
Pour into a chilled glass.
Garnish with a pickled jujube.

3. Pomme en Altitude
Ingredients
Grey Goose Altius – 60 ml
Soda – 120 ml
Green Apple Dill Cordial – 50 ml
Garnish – Dill leaf

Steps
Fill a highball glass with ice.
Add Altius, apple dill cordial, and soda.
Mix gently.
Put a dill leaf on top to serve.

4. Éclat du Soir
Ingredients
Grey Goose Altius – 60 ml
Orange Aperitif – 15 ml
Jasmine Soda – 150 ml
Garnish – Banana leaf strip

Steps
Pour Altius and orange aperitif over ice in a wine glass.
Add jasmine soda.
Stir gently.
Add a banana leaf strip for style.

How the Drinks Look and Feel
Each drink is made to look beautiful and feel special. The martinis use fresh herbs and pickled fruits, giving them bright colors. The soda mixes add bubbles and a light taste. The garnishes, like grapes and dill leaves, make the drinks elegant.

Barware for Extra Style
Amit Aggarwal also created special bar tools for the event. The stirrers and serving glasses had icy-blue colors and cool shapes, making every drink look fancy. These tools were as stylish as the fashion on the runway, adding even more fun to the party.

Tips to Make Your Own

• Anyone can make these drinks at home with a few simple steps:
• Use cold ice to make your drink fresh.
• Stir slowly so flavors mix well.
• Add a unique garnish to make your cocktail look nice.
• Serve in your prettiest glass to feel like a pro.

Mix Flavors from Around the World
The drinks mix tastes from Indian herbs, fresh fruits, and classic French styles. Kids cannot taste these drinks, but they can help with garnishes or setting up a nice table. The flavors can be changed to fit what you like best.

Why You Should Try These Recipes

• Simple steps so anyone can make them at home.
• Unique ingredients to surprise friends at a party.
• Pretty garnishes that make drinks look like art.
• Bring fashion and flavor together for a stylish treat.

Impress Friends and Family
Showing off these cocktails at a party will wow your family and friends. Talk about the style inspiration and let everyone enjoy the cool look and taste. The night will be special and memorable.

 Simple, Stylish Fun
These cocktails are more than just drinks—they are a blend of style and taste. By trying these easy recipes, anyone can enjoy a touch of fashion in their own home. Mix, stir, and serve for a fun evening that feels as special as a runway show.