Ankur Adhana - Raising The Bar Since 2015

Kamei, New Delhi

Head of Beverage

Bartender

The ultimate balancing act

Ankur Verma (mixingvibeswithankur) specialises in crafting signature cocktails, curating standout beverage programs, and elevating guest experiences. He holds expertise in team leadership, bar operations, and mixology trends, focusing on storytelling through flavours. Whether it's mentoring bar teams, or creating unforgettable moments for guests, Verma is constantly pushing the boundaries of mixology and bar culture.

Awards and Recognition

World Class India 2026

Top 20

Recipe by Ankur Adhana

Smoky Ruby Cocktail

Whisky, Scotch Whisky

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Recipes and Articles

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Cocktails And Conversations: 4 Must Try Johnnie Walker Black Label Experiments Whisky Creations To Try At Kolkata’s Innovative Bar

Whisky Sour

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The Johnnie Walker Blue Rare Access Experience: Reimagining Whisky Cocktails For Non-Whisky Drinkers At World Class 2026

At the World Class 2026 National Finals, the whisky cocktail was reimagined for the non-whisky drinkers with Johnnie Walker Blue Label Scotch Whisky. The result was a smooth drink with subtle flavours and a touch of Jaipur. Read ahead to know more.

A bottle of Johnnie Walker Black Label whisky stands between two tall glasses filled with an iced cocktail, garnished with orange peel and mint, against an orange background.

Australian Johnnie Lemon Highball | Recipes

The Australian scotch and lemon highball cocktail blends smoky scotch with citrusy lemon barley cordial and soda, creating a clean, effervescent drink with a uniquely mellow, tropical touch.

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Tim D Philips On The Future Of Whisky In India And Its Emerging Cultural Cocktails

As part of Johnnie Walker’s ongoing series of Whisky Experiments, global brand ambassador Tim D Philips came to Mumbai and took over Slink & Bardot for a night of exploration into the world of whisky cocktails.

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Beyond The Rocks: A Journey Through Whisky Experiments With Johnnie Walker Black Label In Bengaluru

The spirit, once traditionally the preserve of long evenings, soda water, and a certain reverence for the neat pour is undergoing a new wave of bartenders and brand experiences is quietly dismantling that orthodoxy.

Johnnie Walker Double Black Label & Soda

Whisky Highball

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The Bar Chronicles Mumbai: Three Iconic Bars, One Favourite Drink by Sayoni Bhaduri

The city of dreams has plenty to offer the avid cocktail connoisseur, but the question is, where do you go if you want to try something new?

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Whisky Experiments Across Delhi: Three Top Bars Showcase The Versatility Of Johnnie Walker Black Label

Whisky in India is undergoing a dramatic transformation in 2025. Where once it was all about convention, now mixologists are making way for innovation.

More from The Bar

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Elegant cocktail with a dried citrus garnish on a wooden table in warm lighting

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