Quick answer
With Swa syrups you can make last-minute drinks in about 30 seconds: a Mint Julep with 60 ml bourbon, 15 ml Mojito Mint and 3 drops Angostura bitters, a Jamun Kala Khatta & Tonic, a Mango Daiquiri, a Tamarind Shikanji Virgin Mojito, a Summer Berry spritz and a Pineapple Bird's Eye Chilli cooler.
When guests arrive at short notice, a few syrups replace a full bar. These ideas suit a home host and also work as quick specials on a bar menu. See the bar page for more.
How do you make a Mint Julep with Mojito Mint?
For a mocktail, use one part Swa Mojito Mint to six parts water and ice. For the Mint Julep cocktail, which originates in the Southern United States, use:
- 60 ml bourbon whiskey
- 15 ml Swa Mojito Mint syrup
- 3 drops Angostura bitters
How do you make a Jamun Kala Khatta mocktail or tonic?
Add one part Swa Jamun Kala Khatta to six parts water and ice for a simple mocktail. For a Jamun Kala Khatta & Tonic, combine vodka, tonic, lime juice, ice and the syrup.
How do you make a Mango Daiquiri?
Blend rum, lime juice, Swa Mango syrup and ice. Swirl for about 30 seconds and garnish with a slice of fresh mango.
How do you make a Tamarind Shikanji Virgin Mojito?
Muddle fresh mint leaves and lime juice in a glass. Add ice and Swa Tamarind Shikanji syrup, then top with soda water. Stir and garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime wedge.
What can you do with Summer Berries and Pineapple?
Summer Berries makes mixed berry lemonade, Pineapple Bird's Eye Chilli drinks and a summer berry spritz, and you can add fresh strawberries, mulberries or blueberries. For a pineapple cooler, gently muddle mint basil with some ice, add the rest of the ice, then combine Pineapple Bird's Eye Chilli syrup, water and club soda and stir.
Frequently asked questions
What goes into the Mint Julep?
60 ml bourbon whiskey, 15 ml Swa Mojito Mint syrup and 3 drops of Angostura bitters.
What is the basic mocktail ratio?
Add one part syrup to six parts water and ice, as the original suggests for Mojito Mint and Jamun Kala Khatta.
Do I need bartending skills?
No. The original says you only need to combine the syrup with your usual ingredients, with no special equipment.
Are Swa syrups natural?
Yes. Swa syrups are 100% natural, with no preservatives and no artificial colours or flavours, and they are made in Bangalore by a women-led team.
Swa Artisanal Syrups is made in Bangalore by a team of women who believe Indian flavours deserve a place behind every bar and coffee counter. From Kokam off the Konkan coast to Nannari from Tamil Nadu, every syrup is preservative-free, naturally made, and built for the craft professional. Swa works with cafes, bars, restaurants, and hotels across India.
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