International Guest Bartender Series & Workshops
Lair
We work with guest bartenders from around the world to create new cocktail menus together using Indian ingredients, and run workshops so our local bar community can learn directly from them.
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About International Guest Bartender Series & Workshops
Why We Do What We Do
At Lair, everything starts with community. For us, the International Guest Bartender Series is about building a global family, not just pouring drinks. When we host guest bartender exchange programs in Delhi, it’s all about connecting, sharing stories, and letting folks from around the world feel the crazy energy of India.
How Collaboration Works
We call our flagship series the Cocktail Coalition, and it’s nothing like the regular bar takeovers. It’s a full-on cocktail collaboration workshop - we don’t just invite someone to do a shift, we actually work side-by-side with them. Together, we create a totally fresh menu, mixing their ideas with our Indian twists. The vibe is all about learning and growing together.
From Delhi’s Markets to a One-Night-Only Menu
It kicks off in the spice-laden gullies of Old Delhi. We drag our guest bartenders along to hunt for wild ingredients, and then we hit the bar to experiment, blending their techniques with our local finds. The result? One-night-only drinks like Mala Masala or crazy sustainable cocktails, never to be repeated.
We also run workshops and global mixology masterclasses, so our local bar community can pick up new skills from the visiting crew.
Our Global Crew
We’ve teamed up with legends like Zest (Seoul), FOCO (Barcelona), and Swift (London), and we’re always adding more to the list. Sometimes, we even take our show on the road, bringing a bit of Delhi flavour to bars across Asia and Europe.
For us, it’s less about perfection, more about connection. Good days, bad days - we’re in this together.
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My Story
We started Lair dreaming of a spot that felt a bit secret, like a modern cave where black and grey blend and curiosity runs wild. Drinks here aren’t just drinks - they talk back. Our team’s the heart, not just us. We've had wild nights with guest bartenders, big awards, but the best bit? Folks from everywhere saying they feel at home. That’s the Indian hospitality we love showing off. We’re all about mixing borders, learning, and celebrating local flavours, one night at a time.
My Work
Immersive Mixology & Pan-Asian Dining - We serve cocktails that tell stories, plus sushi, dim sum, and small plates with a twist.
Cocktail Coalition Delhi - We team up with top global bars to craft menus, using Indian ingredients and swapping ideas.
The Lair Vibe - Energy, music, and real hospitality in a modern den. Awards are cool, but feeling 'at home' means more.
Endangered Indian Ingredients - We use rare local flavours in drinks, like Kozhikode Negroni and Coorg Highball, putting India on the cocktail map.