Guruprasad Tripathy - Talking Spirits and Service Since 2021

Slink & Bardot, Mumbai

Mixologist

Bartender

Building a drink for every mood

A passionate and driven mixologist, Guruprasad Tripathy (guru_the_bartender) specialises in cocktail innovation, beverage program development, and bar operations. He has hands-on expertise in all things bartending, from pre-openings to crafting high-volume, crowd-pleasing menus, elevating bar design and prep systems, and maintaining consistency across service. Thriving at the intersection of creativity and discipline, Tripathy is always exploring how to blend flavour, design, and guest experience into something unforgettable.

Awards and Recognition

With a strong competition record, he’s placed at some of the industry's most respected cocktail challenges, spanning classic serves and contemporary cocktail innovation.

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Recipes and Articles

Shirley Temple Cocktail

Discover how to make a Shirley Temple, a fun and fruity non-alcoholic drink with grenadine, lime juice, ginger ale and a classic cherry garnish.

ARAKU Team Decodes What Makes Coffee & Whisky Make A Winning Pair

At the latest edition of Johnnie Walker Whisky Experiments, Johnnie Walker Black Label and ARAKU coffee paired to form a special cocktail. Kunal Ross, DGM-Sales and Operations, ARAKU Coffee, decodes what makes this a winning pair.

Purple Rain Cocktail

Learn how to make a Purple Rain cocktail with gin, vodka, citrus and lemonade. A vibrant, fruity drink with a striking purple colour.

A World Whisky Day Special: Reinventing Whisky Cocktails With Johnnie Walker Whisky Experiments

On May 16, 2026, Delhi witnessed the reinterpretation of whisky cocktails with flavour and flair for World Whisky Day 2026. With affogato windows, speciality brews, and seasonal drinks, the event showcases the fluidity of whisky.

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What’s A Listening Bar & How Is It Different From A Speakeasy

Speakeasy bars have been around for a while, but listening bars, once underrated, are slowly getting more attention. Read ahead to know what is a speakeasy bar, how it differs from a listening bar, and what you can try the next time you step out.