Embark on a journey of exquisite flavors with these tantalizing cocktails crafted from our beloved Asian spirits producers. From the far reaches of the East, indulge in these masterfully concocted beverages that promise to delight your senses and transport you to distant lands.
1. Matcha Tea Highball – Hatozaki Whisky
- 40 ml Hatozaki Finest Blended whisky
- 15 ml lemon juice
- 15 ml honey
- 1/4 tsp matcha green tea powder
- Soda water
Instructions:
- Combine Hatozaki whisky, lemon juice, honey, and matcha green tea powder in a glass.
- Top up with soda water and stir well.
- Add ice and serve, savoring the harmonious fusion of Japanese flavors.
2. Bitter Perfume – Perfume Trees
- 45 ml Perfume Trees Gin
- 15 ml Campari
- 20 ml lime juice
- 30 ml grapefruit juice
- 1 drop Angostura Orange Bitters
- 10 ml simple syrup
- 10 mint leaves
- Dehydrated grapefruit slice (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle mint leaves.
- Add Perfume Trees Gin, Campari, lime juice, grapefruit juice, Angostura Orange Bitters, and simple syrup.
- Shake well and strain over ice in a rocks glass.
- Garnish with a dehydrated grapefruit slice for a touch of elegance.
3. Lychee Martini – Haku Vodka
- 60 ml Haku vodka
- 20 ml dry vermouth
- 25 ml lychee liqueur
- 1 tsp elderflower liqueur
- 1 dash Peychaud’s bitters
Instructions:
- Combine Haku vodka, dry vermouth, lychee liqueur, elderflower liqueur, and Peychaud’s bitters in a cocktail shaker.
- Shake vigorously and strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Savor the exquisite blend of Japan’s finest vodka and its beloved lychee fruit export.
4. Bold Sour Cocktail – Paul John
- 45 ml Paul John Bold whisky
- 30 ml orange juice
- 2 slices ginger
- 1 tsp honey
- 3 lime wedges
- 1 orange wedge
- 4 drops Angostura Bitters
- Orange slice (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Muddle ginger slices in a cocktail shaker.
- Add Paul John Bold whisky, orange juice, honey, lime wedges, orange wedge, and Angostura Bitters.
- Shake well and double strain onto ice in a rocks glass.
- Garnish with an orange slice and prepare for a bold and spicy sensation.
5. NÃNÃ – Nikka Whisky
- 45 ml Nikka Coffey Gin
- 5 ml Yellow Chartreuse
- 50 ml fresh pineapple juice
- Tonic water
Instructions:
- Combine Nikka Coffey Gin, Yellow Chartreuse, and fresh pineapple juice in a cocktail shaker.
- Strain over crushed ice in a highball glass.
- Top with tonic water and revel in the refreshing blend of pineapple, chartreuse, and Nikka’s signature gin.
Embark on a flavor-filled adventure with these remarkable Asian spirit cocktails, each sip a testament to the rich heritage and craftsmanship of the East. Cheers to indulging in the finest flavors from across the globe!