Best Spring Cocktails in Indianapolis? Start Here.
- Madeline Curtis-Long
- Apr 30
- 2 min read
Fresh From the Garden: Gather 22’s New Cocktail Menu is the Trendiest Drink Lineup in Indy
If you’re hunting for the best cocktails in Indianapolis this spring, look no further than Gather 22’s “Fresh From the Garden” menu—a bright, botanical, and buzzworthy lineup that’s turning heads and topping “trendy bar” lists across the city.
Set in the heart of the Near Eastside, Gather 22 is quickly becoming one of Indy’s go-to cocktail spots, and this latest release cements its status. From strawberry-infused gin to chorizo-washed mezcal, these drinks are as photogenic as they are flavorful.
Whether you're after a patio-perfect spritz or something spirit-forward with edge, this list delivers.
Bright, Botanical, & So Very Now
Oxnard Negroni
Strawberry-infused Botanist Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth, Licor 43
A farmer's market twist on the classic. Bitter, boozy, and kissed with summer fruit.
Green Hornet
Reyka Vodka, Midori, Watermelon Liqueur, Lime, Honey Mint Syrup, Fresh Mint Zippy, nostalgic, neon green—and weirdly sophisticated.
Opuntia Cloud
The Botanist Gin, Prickly Pear, Crème de Violette, Lemon, Egg White A dreamy swirl of violet and cactus. Delicate but memorable.
Smoky, Spicy & Full of Drama
Talihina Sky
Chorizo-washed mezcal, Chinola, Thyme Liqueur, Agave, Lime, Chili
Spicy, smoky, and deeply savory—arguably Indy’s boldest cocktail this season.
Reforma Paloma
Tequila + Mezcal, Grapefruit, Agave, Grapefruit Soda
Bright, bubbly, and with just the right amount of edge.
Crisp, Citrusy & Totally Crushable
The Fitzgerald
St-Germain, Italian Amaro, Lemon, Agave
Like a spritz in a silk robe. Elegant and endlessly drinkable.
Zorra Mora
Reposado Tequila, Chambord, Blackberry Sage, Triple Sec, Lemon
Dark berries meet herbal depth. It’s giving foraged cocktail fantasy.
Dew Drop
Mount Gay Rum, Lime, Pineapple, Fresh Mint
Caribbean vacation in a coupe. Pure liquid sunlight.
Rich, Refreshing, & Unexpected
Bourbon Reign
Westfork Bourbon, Fig, Lemon, Red Wine Float
A layered stunner that starts slow and ends with a bang.
Blue Sage Sangria
Remy Martin V, White Wine, Blueberry Sage, Lemon, Fresh Herbs
Forget everything you know about sangria. This is the remix.
Hibiscus Cosmo
Reyka Vodka, Cointreau, Hibiscus, Lime, Sorel
Vibrant, tart, and made for spring—it’s your new signature.
Where to Get the Best Cocktails in Indianapolis Right Now
Gather 22’s “Fresh from the Garden” cocktail menu is available now through May 31st. Located just minutes from downtown Indy with a sunny backyard patio and neighborhood charm, it’s the kind of place you’ll want to stay awhile.
Perfect for:
✔️ First dates
✔️ After-work hangs
✔️ Hosting out-of-town friends
✔️ Celebrating nothing in particular
