Drinks: Great
Ambience: Typical
Service: Good
Cost: Expensive
Verdict: 1/4

Before we begin to speak about our five-star gin experience, we can’t help but mention how much we love the gradual Indian gin revolution. Every friend who returns from Goa receives rather strict instructions to pick a bottle each of Hapusa and Greater Than; both have been the stars at our house parties for a while. Not only do these taste great, but we also trip on the minimalist design aesthetic of these brands. While this might be great news (monetarily too, since both are smartly priced) for gin lovers, the global interest in gin also means that international brands are now queuing up to make a mark in the land of G&T.

One of these is the German-origin Monkey 47. Located in a quiet corner outside Mekong, the lounge includes a few plush chairs and a vintage bar set up on the 37th floor of The St Regis Mumbai. On offer is a concise menu of classic and signature cocktails (a few with some alterations) all priced at R2,200 (plus hefty taxes), or you could order a G&T of your choice (R2,400). There’s also a small snack menu with options such as smoked chicken quesadillas with guac (R650) and compressed cucumber and avocado toast (R550).