Cocktails in St Julian’s: Indian spice, citrus and a proper pour
Tanvi is a modern Indian restaurant and cocktail bar in St George’s Bay, St Julian’s, Malta. Opened in July 2026, it serves spice-led signature cocktails, dry cocktails and Asian Gin Perfect Serves alongside regional Indian food, with Indian spice, tea, fruit and botanicals shaping the drinks list. Happy hour runs daily from 16:00 to 19:00, with two-for-one signature cocktails.
Cocktails at Tanvi
- Signature cocktails inspired by Indian craft traditions
- Mango, cardamom, saffron, curry leaf, coconut, garam masala and kahwa tea
- Dry cocktails with the same attention to flavour and texture
- Asian Gin Perfect Serves from India, China, Taiwan and Japan
- Happy hour daily from 16:00 to 19:00, with two-for-one signature cocktails
- Regional Indian food made for cocktails, sharing and long evenings
- Located in St George’s Bay, St Julian’s, Malta
A good cocktail should do more than fill the time before dinner. It should wake up the palate, match the mood of the table and give the evening somewhere to go. At Tanvi in St George’s Bay, St Julian’s, cocktails are built with the same attention to flavour as the kitchen, shaped by spice, fruit, tea, botanicals and a little smoke.
Since opening in July 2026, we have brought regional Indian food together with drinks shaped by spice, fruit, tea, botanicals and a little smoke. If you like a drink that has something to say, and food that gives it something to say it to, this is a good place to start.
Cocktails that belong at the table
Tanvi is a modern Indian restaurant, but the cocktail list is not an afterthought. It follows the same flavour logic as the food: acidity to lift richness, spice to bring warmth, fruit for brightness, tea for depth and texture to make a drink feel complete.
That means a cocktail can work with chaat, sit comfortably beside something smoky from the tandoor or carry through a slower main course. You don’t need to know every ingredient before ordering. If you like gin, citrus, tea, spice, fruit or something dry, the team can help you find the right place to begin. Happy hour runs daily from 16:00 to 19:00, with two-for-one signature cocktails, so it is an easy time to begin before the table starts thinking about dinner.
Indian ingredients, properly used
Cardamom, mango, saffron, curry leaf, coconut, garam masala (a blend of aromatic spices) and kahwa tea are used as flavour tools, not decoration.
Crafts in every glass
Signature cocktails take their names from Indian craft traditions, from clay art and rice farming to Kashmiri cloth craftsmanship and stone carving.
A proper dry cocktail list
Madhur Milan, Kewhi Wildflower and Aizawl Sunset give non-drinkers a complete cocktail experience, not an afterthought.
Asian gin, served with intent
The Asian Gin Perfect Serve selection includes bottles from India, China, Taiwan and Japan for gin drinkers looking beyond the standard order.
The Indian spices in our cocktails
Indian cooking understood long ago what good bars know now: spice is fragrance first. Cardamom, saffron, tea and curry leaf each carry an aroma that can lift a drink, lengthen it or give it depth. The aim is never to make a cocktail taste like dinner, but to make it more itself. You will find it from the kahwa tea cordial in Sozni to the clarified masala chai in Golden Chai, our sharing pour for the middle of the table.
Cardamom
Bright, floral, almost citrusy. In the Mango Gimlet it lifts the fruit and keeps the finish clean.
Kahwa tea
A Kashmiri green tea layered with saffron and spice. As a cordial, it gives Sozni its dry, aromatic length.
Saffron
Honeyed and quietly intense. A few threads give Nakkashi its colour and its soft, lingering aroma.
Curry leaf
Green, fresh and gently savoury. Used with a light hand, it keeps our more savoury serves lively.
Did you know?
Our Vrihi cocktail features Pipli, also known as long pepper. It’s an ancient Indian spice with more warmth and complexity than everyday black pepper, often carrying notes that recall cardamom and cinnamon.
Pipli was prized in Roman-era trade and reached Mediterranean markets from India long before black pepper became Europe’s everyday choice. Malta sat within that wider Roman Mediterranean world, a reminder that the journey between Indian spice and a Maltese table has a long history.
Cocktails made for Indian food
The best cocktail pairing is not about following a rule. It’s about finding the right contrast or connection: something bright with chaat, something botanical with fish, something warm with lamb or something fresh with seafood and spice.
Four cocktails to order with dinner
Mango Gimlet with Bhel Puri
Vodka, mango, oxymel and cardamom.
The Mango Gimlet works beautifully with Bhel Puri. Mango and cardamom bring warmth, while oxymel keeps the drink bright enough for raw mango, tamarind, yoghurt and sev. Choose this if you’re starting with snacks and want a cocktail that is fresh, citrus-led and easy to keep drinking.
Sozni with Mahi Mahi Hariyali Tikka
Sakura gin, sherry, kahwa tea cordial, cherry bitters and tea foam.
Sozni has a dry, aromatic character that suits Mahi Mahi Hariyali Tikka. The tea, gin and sherry sit well beside grilled fish, green herbs and tomato pachadi without getting in the way of the food. Choose this if you prefer gin, enjoy tea-led drinks and want a cocktail that settles into dinner rather than trying to dominate it.
Vrihi with Rajasthani Lamb Chops
Spiced rum, vanilla, turmeric liqueur, clear rice milk, Italicus, Pipli and rice foam.
Vrihi has warmth, spice and a soft texture from rice milk and foam. Pipli adds a long, aromatic heat that works with the smoke and richness of Rajasthani Lamb Chops, while sesame raita and herb salad keep the pairing balanced. Choose this if you want a fuller cocktail with a serious tandoor dish.
Narikela with Prawn Thenga Meen
Pisco, kaffir lime, lemongrass, coconut cordial, saline and chilli tincture.
Narikela brings kaffir lime, lemongrass, coconut and chilli together in a bright, savoury drink. Those flavours find a natural match in Prawn Thenga Meen and its roasted coconut depth. Choose this if you like seafood, a little chilli and cocktails with a fresh, tropical edge.
“Easily the best Indian restaurant in Malta with a 5* service and atmosphere, beautiful place.”
Mickael Tesson · Google review
Start with a cocktail. Stay for dinner.
Join us at Tanvi in St George’s Bay, St Julian’s for regional Indian food, spice-led cocktails and an evening with room for another round.
Frequently asked questions
Can I come to Tanvi just for cocktails?
Yes. You are welcome to join us for cocktails. The drinks list includes signature cocktails, dry cocktails, lassis and Asian Gin Perfect Serves. If you decide to stay for dinner, there is plenty worth sharing.
Do Tanvi’s cocktails work with Indian food?
Yes. Tanvi’s cocktails are designed with food in mind. Bright cocktails work well with snacks and chaat, while drier, botanical and tea-led drinks can complement tandoor dishes, curries and richer flavours.
Does Tanvi have a happy hour?
Yes. Happy hour runs daily from 16:00 to 19:00, with two-for-one on our signature cocktails.
Does Tanvi offer non-alcoholic cocktails?
Yes. The dry cocktail list includes Madhur Milan, Kewhi Wildflower and Aizawl Sunset, each made with the same attention to flavour, freshness and texture as the signature cocktails.
Where is Tanvi and how do I reserve a table?
Tanvi is located in St George’s Bay, St Julian’s, Malta. You can view the cocktail menu or reserve a table online.