The non-alcoholic RTD brand is recognised for its range of flavour-forward cocktail mixers in India.

Twisted Tails, India’s non-alcoholic ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails and mixers brand, has been awarded “Best Mixers of the Year” at Cocktail Week India 2026, a platform that brings together bars, bartenders, international talent and beverage brands within the broader cocktail industry.

A flavour-first, storytelling-led brand

Crafted with real fruit juices and spices, Twisted Tails operates within the premium beverage category with a focus on varied flavour profiles and a storytelling-led approach. Built on the philosophy of “One for Every Tale,” each variant reflects a distinct mood and experience. With less sugar and no artificial flavouring, the range can be consumed on its own or used as a mixer.

Founders on the recognition

“We’re incredibly honoured to receive the ‘Best Mixers of the Year’ award at Cocktail Week,” said Radhika Sharda, Co-Founder and Curator, Twisted Tails. “From the outset our focus has been to bring together creativity, storytelling and versatility in a way that feels fresh and relevant. This recognition reinforces our belief that consumers are ready to explore more nuanced, experience-led flavours. What makes it especially meaningful is that it comes from a community that actively shapes cocktail culture, including some of the most exciting bartenders from India and around the world.”

“At Twisted Tails, our focus has always been on building flavours that are layered, balanced and genuinely versatile,” said Atin Khanna, Co-Founder, Twisted Tails. “Each variant is crafted using real fruit juices and spices to deliver depth and structure, whether enjoyed straight or used as a base in cocktails. What makes the range stand out is its ability to offer a complex yet approachable foundation that both bartenders and home enthusiasts can build on enabling creativity, experimentation and consistency across different styles of drinks. This recognition reflects our commitment to creating products that are easy to work with yet distinctive enough to stand on their own.”

Industry voices and global appreciation

Archit Singhal, Founder, Cocktail Week and President of the India Bartenders Guild, said, “We are delighted with our collaboration with Twisted Tails and the strong response it has received across our network. What stands out is the appreciation from both Indian and international bartending communities who have resonated with the brand’s creativity, distinctive identity and the unique experience it brings. We look forward to strengthening this association across participating bars and creating more immersive experiences for consumers.”

Pravindran Palakrishnan, Vin, President, Mixology Alliance of Malaysia, said, “I had the pleasure of meeting Radhika and Atin in New Delhi and tasting their creation, Twisted Tails. The Enigmatic — Tea & Jasmine — is a complete standout. It pairs beautifully with botanical gins and I tried it with Bombay Sapphire — absolutely amazing. The Bizzare — Orange & Coffee — reminded me of a Clockwork Orange moment; coffee and citrus is a classic pairing and this works like a twisted Screwdriver with vodka. Bold, unexpected and utterly memorable. Twisted Tails is bringing something genuinely exciting to the world of mixology.”

Huy-Philip Trinh Quan, an international bartender with Marriott US, said, “It was a pleasure to be in India and experience Twisted Tails for the first time. As a bartender I always think about the present moment and how a drink comes alive in the glass and that’s exactly what stood out to me here. There’s a strong sense of character across the range not just in the flavours but also in the design and identity of the bottles. The Orange and Coffee in particular is very well balanced. You get fresh citrus, depth from the coffee and a finish that really opens up on the palate. It’s bold expressive and something I would enjoy working with behind the bar.”