Mojito
Making a mojito has never been so easy! Our Lime Shrub Syrup is the perfect addition to elevate your mojito.
INGREDIENTS
30ml Lime Shrub Syrup
60ml White Rum
Soda water
Mint
Lime wheels
METHOD
Add mint and 30ml of Lime Shrub Syrup to a glass and muddle together. Then add 60ml white rum, top with soda, and stir. Garnish with fresh lime and mint.
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Rhubarb Spritz
A delicious strawberry twist on a sour, this is a festive cocktail that is sure to please. It can also be made as a mocktail with instructions included in the recipe.
“My new favourite drink for Summer”
We may be moving out of Summer, but we agree with Sarah from Bellarine Smokehouse that this is “Freakin Delicious”. Thanks for sharing the recipe and the gorgeous photo.
INGREDIENTS
45ml The Curious Cabinet Rhubarb Shrub Syrup
90ml Prosecco
Top with soda
METHOD
Fill a spritz glass with ice. Top with Shrub Syrup, prosecco and soda. Stir. Garnish with peach or citrus.
*This recipe also works well with our White Peach or Strawberry Shrub Syrups.
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A chat with our founder - brainstorming recipe ideas
Our Founder, Pia, has been experimenting with flavours using our cocktail teas and wanted to share some ideas with you!
Catch up with Pia, our Founder, as she tells you about her brainstorming process when coming up with different cooking ideas using our products. She shares with you some ideas with our latest Cocktail Tea range, and sets a challenge to come up with two new recipes!
Below, Pia also provides some links to her favourite recipe book inspirations. These are some of her go-tos for flavour pairings and ideas.
The Flavour Thesaurus https://amzn.to/47INbA7
The Cook's Companion (Stephanie Alexander) https://amzn.to/3SmykXz
Ottolenghi Flavour https://amzn.to/423pocK
COOK (Karen Martini) https://amzn.to/3RZONQ9
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Lime Shrub Marg
A curious twist on a Margarita, using our Lime Shrub Syrup and Lime Dust as a delicious alternative to a salt rim.
INGREDIENTS
75ml Tequila or Mezcal
The Curious Cabinet Lime Dust or Salt for the rim
Lime wedge
METHOD
Use the lime wedge to wet your chilled coupe glass, before rolling it in Lime Dust or Salt. Shake the tequila/mezcal and Lime Shrub Syrup with ice in a cocktail shaker. Double strain your into your prepared glass. Serve.
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Dark Spiced Tea Spritz
Embrace the spirit of the season with this delectable and refreshing spritz using our Festive Spiced Cocktail Tea. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or just unwinding by yourself, this spritz is a celebration in a glass.
Channelling a festive punch, this is a great spritz for a group or just for yourself. Made using The Curious Cabinet Festive Spiced Cocktail Tea this recipe will be sure to become a favourite amongst your friends and family.
INGREDIENTS (SINGLE SERVE)
120ml pre-brewed and chilled The Curious Cabinet Festive Spiced Cocktail Tea
Ginger beer or lemonade
Garnish: citrus wheels, mint or rosemary
INGREDIENTS (GROUP SERVING)
500ml pre-brewed and chilled The Curious Cabinet Festive Spiced Cocktail Tea
ginger beer or lemonade
garnish: citrus wheels, mint or rosemary
METHOD
PRIOR TO SERVING
Pre-brew 2 teaspoons of tea for every 250ml of iced tea you require. (We suggest brewing a large batch and keeping it in your fridge for up to 3 days.)
AT TIME OF SERVING
For a single serve:
Fill a spritz glass with ice. Add 120ml chilled tea. Top with Ginger Beer or lemonade. (Add some gin, dark rum or vodka for a unique cocktail). Garnish with citrus wheels, mint or rosemary.
For a group:
Add 500ml brewed tea to a large serving jug with lots of ice. Top with Ginger Beer or Lemonade. Garnish with citrus wheels. mint or rosemary. (Add some gin, dark rum or vodka for a cocktail).
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Tea Spritz
A deliciously curious drink recipe that can be used as a base recipe for any of our Cocktail Teas. Make this for yourself or a group, for a super tasty and refreshing spritz.
A deliciously curious drink that is perfect to make for yourself or a group of people. Use any of our The Curious Cabinet Cocktail Teas to create this super tasty and refreshing drink.
INGREDIENTS (SINGLE SERVE)
30-60ml vodka or gin
90ml brewed The Curious Cabinet Cocktail Tea
lemondade
ice
lemon or mint for garnish
INGREDIENTS (GROUP SERVING)
150-200ml gin/vodka
500ml brewed The Curious Cabinet Cocktail Tea
lemonade
ice
lemon or mint for garnish
METHOD
Fill a spritz glass with ice. (For a group add ingredients into punch bowl or jug). Add vodka/gin, brewed tea and top with lemonade. (For an alcohol-free version, remove the alcohol and add more lemonade. Garnish with lemon wheels or fresh mint.
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Dark Spiced Cherry Tea-Ni
Add a layer of festivity to your next martini with this delicious recipe. Made using our Festive Spiced Cocktail tea, this martini complex yet well balanced. This one is great with or without alcohol!
A complex, yet well balanced festive martini that can be enjoyed with or without alcohol.
INGREDIENTS
30ml Gin (for an alcohol-free version add 30ml extra tea)
METHOD
PRIOR TO SERVING
Pre-brew 2 teaspoons of Festive Spiced Tea in 250ml and chill. (Use 60ml-90ml for this recipe, and save the rest for later - chill in the fridge for up to 3 days).
AT TIME OF SERVING
Add The Curious Cabinet Cherry Shrub Syrup, chilled tea and 30ml gin (or extra tea for an alcohol-free version) to a shaker with lots of ice. Shake well. Double Strain into a coupe glass. Serve.
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Strawberry Tea-Ni
A summery and floral drink made with our Summer Tea Party Cocktail Tea. This one is perfect with or without alcohol, so you can enjoy this drink all summer long.
A summery and floral drink that can be enjoyed all summer long. This one is perfect with or without alcohol, so you can drink this all day long.
INGREDIENTS
30ml Gin (for an alcohol-free version add 30ml extra tea)
METHOD
PRIOR TO SERVING
Pre-brew 2 teaspoons of Summer Tea Party Cocktail Tea in 250ml and chill. (Use 60ml-90ml for this recipe, and save the rest for later - chill in the fridge for up to 3 days).
AT TIME OF SERVING
Add The Curious Cabinet Strawberry Shrub Syrup, chilled tea and 30ml gin (or extra tea for an alcohol-free version) to a shaker with lots of ice. Shake well. Double Strain into a coupe glass. Serve.
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Strawberry & Tea Spritz
An alcohol-free strawberry spritz recipe featuring the delicious combination of our Tea Party Cocktail Tea and Strawberry Shrub Syrup. This recipe is perfect for a jug so you can sip on this all day long.
This alcohol-free Summer spritz recipe is and easy and delicious drink to serve friends and family. The recipe below is great for a jug approx 1.25-1.5 litres.
INGREDIENTS
500ml pre-brewed The Curious Cabinet Tea Party Cocktail Tea
Soda Water
METHOD
PRIOR TO SERVING
Pre brew 4 teaspoons of Tea in 500 mls freshly boiled water for 10-15 mins. Strain & allow to cool and then chill in the fridge for at least an hour or two prior to serving. (This can be done the day before).
AT TIME OF SERVING
Per 1.25 litre jug/serving vessel add 500ml of your pre-brewed tea, 165ml The Curious Cabinet Strawberry Shrub Syrup and top with 330ml Soda Water (adjust to taste). Top with Ice. (Be sure not to add the ice too long before serving, as it will dilute your drink as it melts). Add lots of fresh fruit for colour and flavour.
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White Peach Tea-ni
Sophisticated, botanical, and fruity, this martini is our favourite alcohol-free recipe! Made with our Spring Blossoms Cocktail Tea and White Peach Shrub Syrup we hope you love this one as much as us.
Sophisticated alcohol-free drinks don’t have to be boring, and they don’t have to be hard to make. Here’s a simple, yet delicious Peach Tea-ni recipe that was generously photographed by Wallington’s Local Pantry as part of their producer showcase. We recommend using our Spring Blossoms Cocktail Tea for a beautiful floral and delicate flavour.
INGREDIENTS
30ml The Curious Cabinet White Peach Shrub Syrup (or to taste)
90ml brewed & chilled green tea (Check out our Spring Blossoms Cocktail Tea)
Ice
Dried florals for garnish
METHOD
Shake together White Peach Shrub Syrup, tea and ice. Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with florals.
NOTES
For a harder version, you can substitute the tea for gin/vodka - or keep 60ml of tea and add 30ml of gin/vodka. This recipe can be best adapted to your needs.
