Hyderabad: The Leela Hyderabad brings the spirit of Mumbai’s celebrated bar scene to the city as Bombay Daak, one of India’s most talked-about contemporary bars, takes over The Library Bar on 24th January 2026, from 8:00 PM onwards. Known for its research-led approach to Indian drinking culture and ranked #32 by the ‘30 Best Bars India list’, Bombay Daak’s one-night takeover promises a thoughtfully crafted cocktail experience rooted in heritage, storytelling, and modern mixology..
Conceptualised by Chef Rao and Sagar Neve, Bombay Daak is a revolutionary bar that celebrates indigenous ingredients, highlights expertise, and regional narratives of Indian drinking and eating habits. The concept is the result of over a year of in-depth research, exploring traditional recipes, local botanicals, fermentation practices, and age-old drinking cultures from across the country, reimagined through a modern lens.
Commenting on the collaboration, Rajesh Gopalakrishnan,General Manager, The Leela Hyderabad said, “At The Leela Hyderabad, we constantly strive to curate experiences that go beyond the expected. Hosting Bombay Daak at The Library Bar allows us to bring a thoughtfully crafted, culturally rooted cocktail journey to our guests, while continuing our focus on innovation and excellence in hospitality.”
Yatish - Mixologist at Bombay Daak
For this special takeover, guests at The Library Bar, The Leela Hyderabad will experience a curated cocktail menu inspired by Bombay Daak’s philosophy, blending bold Indian flavours with refined mixology. The evening promises expertly crafted cocktails, spirited storytelling, and a seamless fusion of Mumbai’s vibrant bar culture with The Leela’s signature elegance.
Sharing his thoughts on the takeover, Yatish, Mixologist at Bombay Daak, said, “Bombay Daak is about telling India’s drinking stories through flavour, technique, and research. Bringing our cocktails to The Library Bar in Hyderabad gives us the opportunity to present these narratives in a new city, while engaging with an audience that truly appreciates meaningful, ingredient-led mixology.”
Known for its intimate ambiance and refined after-hours appeal, The Library Bar provides the perfect setting for this collaboration, offering Hyderabad’s discerning patrons an opportunity to experience one of India’s most innovative bar concepts without leaving the city.
This one-night-only takeover is set to be an unmissable experience for cocktail connoisseurs, industry insiders, and those who appreciate thoughtful, research-driven mixology.