ICW Mumbai will return on 28 February and 1 March 2026, bringing together spirit brands, bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts for a two-day festival dedicated to mixology and cultural experiences. The event will take place from 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm each day.
Positioned as India’s biggest celebration of cocktail culture, ICW Mumbai 2026 will feature more than 25 brand showcases and over 200 cocktail offerings. The festival will include mixology showcases, gourmet food experiences, live music and immersive brand-led storytelling. Industry-led workshops and masterclasses, gourmet food pop-ups, live performances and design-focused brand zones are also planned as part of the programme.
The entertainment lineup will be headlined by Peter Cat Recording Co., with additional performances by Sickflip, Sage, Aaliya and other artists.
Participating beverage brands include Absolut, Bacardí, Ballantine’s, Beefeater, Bombay Sapphire, Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Chambal Gin, Daku Rum, Don Julio, Fino Tequila, Jack Daniel’s, Jaisalmer Gin, Jameson Irish Whisky, The Spirit of Kashmyr Vodka, Licor 43, Monarch Legacy Edition Brandy, Monkey Shoulder, Pistola, Rangeela Vodka, Red Bull, Roku Japanese Crafted Gin, Schweppes, Seven Islands Pure Malt Whisky, Simba, Smirnoff, Tanqueray, The Glenlivet, Tigerfire Vodka, Toki Suntory Whisky, Yello Whisky and Zoya Gin, among others.
The food lineup will feature brands including Good Flippin, Fromagerie, TruFalafel, Suzette, Yazu, Chocolove, Kerela Quarters, Smackin Burgers, Zane’s Coffee, Fling Confectionary, Gaccio, Pastel Patisserie and Lil Gamby.
Co-founder Sharan Behl said, “ICW was created to spotlight cocktails as a cultural movement, bringing together global influences, homegrown talent and a community that values creativity, craftsmanship and meaningful experiences.”
Schweppes will serve as the Presenting Partner, while NightOut joins as the Hangover Relief Partner.
The event is open to audiences aged 21 to 50+, is family-friendly, and will include dedicated security, medical support and on-ground safety teams. Organisers stated that sustainability remains a key focus, with initiatives such as rice husk glasses, upcycled paper cups and efforts to minimise single-use plastics.
