About
Sanwar Mal Khokhar is an India-born mixologist and beverage program leader based in Dallas–Fort Worth. His career includes Marriott Indore, The Ritz-Carlton Bengaluru, Celebrity Cruises and Sanjh Restaurant & Bar in Irving, Texas.
His work brings Indian ingredients and flavor traditions into modern drinks, supported by practical beverage-program systems: menu development, preparation, training, purchasing and consistent service.
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Press & Media
Public record.Selected independent profiles and articles featuring Sanwar Mal Khokhar’s beverage, cocktail and hospitality expertise.
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Profiles
- VoyageDallasView ↗
Meet Sanwar Mal Khokhar of Dallas–Fort Worth
A dedicated interview with Sanwar Mal Khokhar covering his upbringing, career, Indian flavor systems and professional philosophy.
- Dallas ObserverView ↗
Two Dallas Bartenders Spill Trade Secrets
Sanwar Mal Khokhar is one of two principal profiles discussing career, technique and Indian flavors in contemporary cocktails.
- Bar & RestaurantView ↗
Restaurants Take Control with AI Technology
Sanwar Mal Khokhar discusses language, menu development, marketing and keeping a professional voice authentic.
- Eat This, Not That!View ↗
4 Chain Restaurants with the Best Margaritas
A feature structured around Sanwar Mal Khokhar’s judgment on tequila, fresh citrus, balance and consistency.
- Bartender AtlasView ↗
Sanwar Mal Khokhar — Bartender Profile
A dedicated professional profile documenting Sanwar Mal Khokhar’s career, philosophy, Indian flavor influence and competition record.
Expert commentary
- ForbesView ↗
15 Delicious Ways to Appreciate Spuds on National Potato Day
Forbes features Sanwar Mal Khokhar’s Burning Lips cocktail and his commentary on purple-potato vodka, Suze, citrus, rhubarb and habanero.
- Food & WineView ↗
The Best Whiskeys for Shots
Sanwar Mal Khokhar contributes recommendations on approachable whiskey, flavor clarity and finish.
- Food & WineView ↗
15 Kosher Wines to Buy Now, According to Top Wine Pros
Food & Wine includes Sanwar Mal Khokhar’s wine recommendations and tasting commentary.
- Food & WineView ↗
The 10 Best Cream Liqueurs That Aren’t Baileys
Sanwar Mal Khokhar provides tasting and cocktail-use commentary on Licor 43 Horchata.
- Food & WineView ↗
Whiskies from India, Taiwan, Australia and Mexico
Sanwar Mal Khokhar shares a drinks professional’s perspective on international single malt whisky.
- Business InsiderView ↗
7 Cocktails That Will Be Everywhere This Summer
Sanwar Mal Khokhar comments on warm-weather cocktail demand, including the Gimlet and Paloma.
- Business InsiderView ↗
8 Underrated Cocktails Customers Should Order More Often
Sanwar Mal Khokhar recommends the Paloma and Boulevardier and explains their appeal.
- Fox News DigitalView ↗
Illegal Bottle Trick That Breaks Federal Law
Sanwar Mal Khokhar discusses bottle marrying, compliance, contamination, traceability and bar operations.
- Fox News DigitalView ↗
Restaurant Condiment Flights and the Culture of Sauce
Sanwar Mal Khokhar connects condiment flights to Indian chutneys and the balance of spice, acidity, sweetness and freshness.
- The Drinks BusinessView ↗
World Cup Gives Bars and Wineries a Sales Boost
Sanwar Mal Khokhar addresses long matches, palate fatigue, lighter drinks and efficient service.
- The Drinks BusinessView ↗
Sell More Wine with Flavour, Not Terroir
Sanwar Mal Khokhar explains flavor-led wine communication for Millennial and Gen Z guests.
- SevenFifty DailyView ↗
12 Hidden-Gem Wines That Crush It by the Glass
Sanwar Mal Khokhar recommends a Haut-Médoc for its value, structure and compatibility with Indian food.
- ChowhoundView ↗
Your Complete Guide to Building a Home Bar
Sanwar Mal Khokhar provides guidance on workflow, tools, ice, storage, garnish and glassware.
- The TakeoutView ↗
If a Brewery Makes This Beer-Pouring Mistake, Don’t Ignore It
Sanwar Mal Khokhar explains draft sanitation, tap contact, line cleaning and glassware care.
- Southern LivingView ↗
8 Glassware Finds You Should Always Grab at the Thrift Store
Sanwar Mal Khokhar discusses sensory impact, weight, texture and temperature retention.
- InsideHookView ↗
Great Scotch for Less Than $50
Sanwar Mal Khokhar recommends Compass Box Glasgow Blend for neat pours, Highballs and cocktails.
- MashedView ↗
5 Vodkas to Try If You Like Tito’s
Sanwar Mal Khokhar recommends Haku and Ketel One with tasting and cocktail-use notes.
- Modern Restaurant ManagementView ↗
Debating Device-Free Policies
Sanwar Mal Khokhar discusses phones, unfamiliar ingredients, discovery and guest immersion.
- Global Drinks IntelView ↗
How to Take the Spritz to the Next Level
Sanwar Mal Khokhar explains aroma, expressed citrus oils, garnish and the sensory experience of a Spritz.
- Taste of HomeView ↗
The Secret to Better Iced Coffee? Bullet Ice
Sanwar Mal Khokhar explains how ice shape affects dilution, temperature and beverage quality.
- Global Drinks IntelView ↗
New Era for Tequila in North America
Global Drinks Intel identifies Sanwar Mal Khokhar as a Dallas beverage leader and quotes him on informed tequila consumers and growing interest in añejo.
- The Food InstituteView ↗
The QSR Refresher War Is Intensifying
Sanwar Mal Khokhar comments on hydration, botanicals, savory flavors, energy and future beverage innovation.
- The Food InstituteView ↗
Pricier Pints: A Beer Costs HOW Much These Days?
Sanwar Mal Khokhar explains raw materials, packaging, distribution, labor and on-premise beer pricing.
- ChowhoundView ↗
10 Cocktails Slowly Disappearing From Menus
Sanwar Mal Khokhar discusses cocktail-menu evolution, classic templates, guest preferences and operational realities.
- Eat This, Not That!View ↗
5 Chain Restaurants with the Best Wine Lists
Sanwar Mal Khokhar evaluates approachable wine programs, price range, food relevance and staff confidence.
- Eat This, Not That!View ↗
5 Best Orders at Applebee’s Grill + Bar
Sanwar Mal Khokhar recommends Applebee’s Margaritas and discusses fresh-lime consistency and accessible cocktail value.
- The Food InstituteView ↗
As Diners Play It Safe, Olive Garden Cashes In
Sanwar Mal Khokhar discusses guest trust, familiar flavor, portions, service, pricing and repeat business.
- The Food InstituteView ↗
As the NA Beer Market Matures, a Cultural Shift Is Brewing
Sanwar Mal Khokhar explains why nonalcoholic beer is becoming a permanent part of modern drinking culture.
Professional recognition
- Bar & RestaurantView ↗
Top Shelf 2026: The Next Generation of Hospitality Excellence
Official national hospitality recognition naming Sanwar Mal Khokhar among the 2026 Top Shelf honorees.
- Tales of the CocktailView ↗
2026 Cocktail Apprentice Program Class
The official announcement names Sanwar Mal Khokhar among the competitively selected 2026 CAP Red Coats.
- Tales of the CocktailView ↗
Meet the 2026 World Class U.S. Top 100 Bartenders
The official national announcement lists Sanwar Mal Khokhar among the 2026 U.S. Top 100 bartenders.
- USBGView ↗
Meet Your 2025 World Class Central National Finalists
An official finalist profile includes Sanwar Mal Khokhar’s biography and role at Sanjh Restaurant & Bar.
- USBGView ↗
Announcing the Top 30 World Class US Bartenders
The official USBG announcement names Sanwar Mal Khokhar among the 2025 World Class U.S. Top 30.
- Good Clean FunView ↗
Good Clean Fun Championships
The official championship page lists Sanwar Mal Khokhar and Sanjh Restaurant & Bar in Dallas.
- USBGView ↗
World Class US Top 100 Bartenders
The official competition record includes Sanwar Mal Khokhar in the Central region of the national Top 100.
Published cocktail work
- Mass Appeal MagazineView ↗
Beauty Bar: Tropical Delight
A visual editorial feature presenting Sanwar Mal Khokhar’s Tropical Delight cocktail and its presentation.
Program coverage
- India CurrentsView ↗
Spice-Flavored Cocktails Re-Define Dining at Sanjh
Coverage of the Indian-flavor cocktail program connected to Sanwar Mal Khokhar’s work at Sanjh.
- D MagazineView ↗
The Eight Best Drinks Our Dining Critic Enjoyed in Dallas
D Magazine recognizes a Sanjh cocktail program contribution connected to Sanwar Mal Khokhar’s work among the critic’s best drinks of 2024.
- CultureMap DallasView ↗
Where to Drink in Dallas: Holiday Drink Specials
Dallas hospitality coverage featuring cocktails from the Sanjh beverage program associated with Sanwar Mal Khokhar.
- BarmoireView ↗
An Indian Bartending Legend Taps Flavor and Culture
Coverage of Sanjh’s Indian cocktail direction and the beverage program where Sanwar Mal Khokhar works.
- Local ProfileView ↗
First Look: Sanjh Restaurant
A regional introduction establishing the visibility of the Irving restaurant and beverage program associated with Sanwar Mal Khokhar.
- CW33View ↗
Where to Go for the Holidays in Dallas–Fort Worth
Regional television and news coverage including the Sanjh program associated with Sanwar Mal Khokhar as a Dallas–Fort Worth destination.
- EatDrinkDFWView ↗
The Rise of Serious Nonalcoholic Drinks in Dallas
Sanwar Mal Khokhar discusses inventive, layered nonalcoholic cocktails and modern guest expectations in Dallas.
Contact
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