Check Out Pippal, San Francisco’s Newest Hot Spot

Recently launched in Emeryville, Pippal’s beverage program is a celebration of India as seen through the eyes of the team’s creative lead bartender, Izler Thomas.

Every cocktail on the menu pays homage to a specific heritage property in India, and incorporates flavor profiles that reflect the ingredients found in that region.

From the majestic Taj Mahal to the Howrah Bridge, each cocktail tells a story inspired by the historical charm of these architectural wonders, creating a sensory experience that transcends the ordinary.

Check out a few of their cocktails from the menu below!

Rum, Vermouth

Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz. Agricole Rum
• .5 oz. Campari
• 1.5 oz. Caramelized Pineapple
• 1 oz. Acid Adjusted Orange Juice
• 1 oz. Basic Stock (Made Using Lime, Sugar, Angostura Bitter, Nutmeg)
• 3 oz. Fizzy Coconut Water

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients except fizzy coconut water in a shaker.
2. Shake and strain into copper mug or serving glass of choice.
3. Top with fizzy coconut water.
4. Garnish with nutmeg, orange wedge, and mint sprig.

Vodka

Taj Mahal

Ingredients

• 2 oz. Vodka
• 3/4 oz. Passionfruit Stock
• 3/4 oz. Cranberry Stock
• 3/4 oz. Mango Stock
• 1/2 oz. Darjeeling Tea
• Mascarpone Cheese Foam

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients except cheese foam in a shaker.
2. Shake and strain into tall collins glass or serving glass of choice.
3. Top with cheese foam.
4. Garnish with micro greens.

Liqueur, Vermouth, Whiskey

Howrah Bridge

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz. Bourbon Whiskey
• 1/2 oz. Sweet Vermouth
• 1/2 oz. Jaan Paan Liqueur
• 3 dashes Angostura Bitters

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker.
2. Shake and strain into rocks glass.
3. Garnish with betel leaf.

Gin, Liqueur

Jim Corbett National Park

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz. Gin
• 1/2 oz. Green Chartreuse
• 1 oz. Green Apple
• 2 Basil Leaves
• 3/4 oz. Lemon Juice
• 1/2 oz. Simple Syrup
• 3 drops Saline Solution
• 1 oz. Egg Whites

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker.
2. Shake and strain into a coupe glass.
3. Garnish with an edible flower.