As the mercury rises and summer sets in, it's time to embrace all things cool and refreshing. Whether you're lounging by the pool or hosting a backyard barbecue, nothing beats the heat like a crisp, revitalizing drink.

Enter Vaum Tonics, India's pioneering line of Quinine-Free botanical beverages, born from the collaboration of Co-Founders Siddharth Saraf and Aakash Khaunte. With a shared vision of crafting drinks that are both health-conscious and delicious, they embarked on a journey to redefine the art of mixology.

Vaum Tonics stands out in the crowded beverage landscape with its unwavering commitment to quality and innovation. Inspired by the tranquil sounds of nature encapsulated in the Sanskrit word “Vaum,” each bottle is a testament to their dedication to providing a truly exceptional drinking experience.

Siddharth and Aakash recognized the need for mixers that enhance, rather than overpower, the flavors of premium spirits. Thus, Vaum Tonics was born, offering a delicate and nuanced flavor profile that elevates every beverage it complements.

Partnering with renowned beverage innovators Hayley Troup and Ed Swete, Vaum Tonics brings to life seven distinct and memorable flavors, all crafted with botanicals imported from Europe and bottled with champagne-esque carbonation in Goa.

From classic tonic waters to contemporary mixers, Vaum Tonics offers a diverse range of meticulously crafted products designed to enhance the flavors of various spirits. Each batch undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure that every bottle delivers an unparalleled drinking experience.

At the heart of Vaum Tonics lies a mission to redefine the art of mixing beverages, inspiring creativity and exploration within the mixology community. With a promise of passion, craftsmanship, and the true art of mixology in every bottle, Vaum Tonics invites you to indulge in a journey of exquisite flavors and refined drinking experiences.

To add a dash of summer flair to your gatherings, Bernice Dias, the mastermind behind Vaum Tonics, shares a selection of ready-to-drink summer recipes:

1. Mango Fig Fizz:

- 15ml fresh lemon juice

- Mango Juice

- Ice cubes

- Mango slices or lemon twists, for garnish

- Vaum mango fig botanical water

- Chili Salt Rim for the Glass (equal parts chili, castor sugar & table salt)

Instructions:

1. In a Tall Glass Add ice cubes. Rim the Glass with the Chili-Salt mix

2. To a shaker add Mango & Lemon Juice and shake vigorously for about 15-20

seconds to chill the mixture.

3. Strain the mixture into the chilled glass.

4. Top it off with Vaum mango Fig botanical water

5. Garnish with a lemon twist / Mango Slice

2. Kokam Grapefruit Fizz

- 15ml Kokam Juice

- Ice cubes

- Vaum Grapefruit Rosemary botanical water

- Add a rosemary twig as garnish

Instructions:

1. Add Ice to a short glass.

2. Add the Kokam Juice

3. Top Off with Vaum Grapefruit Rosemary botanical water

4. Garnish with a Rosemary twig

3. Cucumber Mint Refresher

- 15ml fresh lime juice

- 15ml Cucumber Juice

- Ice cubes

- Vaum Cucumber Mint Botanical Water

- Cucumber Slice and Mint Twig, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill a tall glass with Ice

2. Add the Cucumber & Lime Juice

3. Top Off with Vaum Cucumber Mint botanical water

4. Garnish with a Slice of Cucumber

With these refreshing concoctions, courtesy of Vaum Tonics, your summer soirées are sure to be elevated to new heights of taste and sophistication. So, raise a glass and toast to the season with Vaum Tonics—a symbol of sophistication, excellence, and unparalleled taste. Cheers!