Much like Taj’s The Blue Bar, Tease has become a standard property at Vivanta’s expanding locations with a similar menu across the board as well as a distinctive lounge mood. This one maintains the façade of a typical hotel bar — stylish, luxe and almost unassuming — but it’s not at all staid. Look through their wine racks and get a whiff of the bar concoctions to know what we mean. The aforementioned wine list is extensive and not as expensive as we’ve come to expect, but it’s their carefully crafted cocktails that always leave us floored. The Star Martini, in particular, looks angelic but has a devilish kick of vanilla liqueur conspiring with vodka and Champagne. Then there’s the fragrant sticky sweet Rock Candy (vodka, rose liqueur, ginger, lychee) that has us hooked. They also do seasonal specials, of which the winter Spiced Toddy is delicious. The libations are made even better when paired with excellent bar fare from Thai Pavilion next door, including Baked Thai Lemon Chicken and Shrimp Tempura. While you wait, the server keeps the munchies at bay with fresh crisps and nuts — some of the better ones we’ve had in Gurgaon. Bathed in earthy tones with flickering lights that mimic dancing candles and a beautiful terrace to boot, this bar’s pace is decidedly different, considering the in-house DJ belts out raunchy rock and heady techno effortlessly. There’s also a packed roster with everything from Hospitality Monday, Sufi Wednesday and Friday Ladies Night besides a host of gigs. Since the cosy nooks spread across the room are perfect to get lost in, go here for a tipsy date night.
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