Rajneesh Barthwal - Uncovering Cocktail Mysteries

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Bar Manager

Bartender

Leveling up all things liquor

Rajneesh Barthwal (spoil_d_bartender) doesn't do everything all at once. He focuses on good drinks, building them flavour up. That's why it works every time. From timeless pours to technique-forward drinks, Rajneesh Barthwal crafts cocktails exactly how bartenders like to consume them - never compromising on structure, character, or flair.

Awards and Recognition

Winner - Digital Galeria 1942 and Quiz Round, World Class 2026 and Winner - Flair Bartendering

Top 8, World Class 2026

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The Black Blazer

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Recipes and Articles

A short glass of orange cocktail with a foamy top and a spiced citrus garnish sits on a marble countertop; bottles are blurred in the background.

The Singleton Plus Two Cocktail

The Ultimate Summer Drink For World Gin Day: A Basil-Cucumber Gin & Tonic

Summer drinks often include seasonal ingredients and a simple structure. While many examples exist, the combination of cucumber, basil, gin, and tonic is a classic.

A bottle of The Singleton 12-year-old single malt Scotch whisky next to a glass of iced cocktail on a gold bar cart against a blue background.

The Singleton Plus Two Snug Cocktail

Want To Know How Whisky Is Made, Exactly? Here’s A Breakdown Of The Process

For amateurs who are newly exploring the realm of whiskies, single malts and Scotches, knowing more about how these spirits are made is a burgeoning curiosity. Here’s a breakdown of the whisky-making process.

A cocktail glass filled with a dark beverage sits on the strings inside an open grand piano.

The Singleton 12 Rob Roy Cocktail

How Long Can Whisky Last Once Opened? – Let’s Find Out

Through time, whisky connoisseurs and amateurs alike have tried to figure out how best to store this spirit and how long it will last once a bottle is opened. Here’s a breakdown of these questions around the shelf life of whisky.

Maid in Scotland

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.