Kolkata

In 1690, Job Charnock, an agent of East India Company first came to the city and bought three villages (Sutanuti, Kalikata, Gobindapur) from the local landlord. In 1699, East India Company started developing the city as a Presidency city and named it “Calcutta”. Richard Wellesley, the Governor General of Kolkata, worked diligently on the architecture of the city and developed it as the "City of Palaces". This was the era of a high British influence on the culture of Kolkata. Today it is known worldwide as the “City of Joy and Culture’’. During the reign of the British empire Kolkata was formerly the “National Capital of India”, until 1911.Owing to its expansive history and rich traditions, Kolkata is known as the Cultural and Intellectual Capital of India. Bengalis love to embrace poetry, music, theatre, film, and art. Iconic personalities like Rabindranath Tagore, Satyajit Ray, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose all have their roots tied up to the city. Every corner of this city has a story brewing in history and culture that is enjoyed over a cup of coffee either at the ‘Indian Coffee House’ (oldest existing coffee house) or a glass of beer at the ‘Broadway Hotel bar’ (the oldest bar in existence). Bengalis take great pride in their food and ingredients and somehow the city has witnessed a wide culinary divergence over the years. From its famous street food like Kolkata style Biryani, Kathi roll, Ghoti Garom, Jhal Muri, etc. We took up one particular drink that gained popularity during the early ages of Kolkata which is rarely noticeable in Bengali festivals and occasions. The drink we are talking about is one of the most refreshing summer coolers of Bengal ‘’Gondhoraj Ghol’’. “Ghol’’ is basically a Bengali style buttermilk which is light & frothy, known for its cooling properties enjoyed during the summers of Bengal. ‘’Gondhoraj Ghol’’is a version of buttermilk that is made incorporating the flavours of ‘gondhoraj lime’ a citrus fruit native to Bengal known for its unparalleled refreshing fragrance. We take this vintage drink a step forward and accentuate its essence using the theory of chemistry. Paired with vodka along with the aromas of Gondhoraj perfume accompanied by the saltiness and crunchiness of “Kucho Nimki’’.