5 EASY ALCOHOL-FREE RECIPES
We’ve taken the hard work out of FebFast with these 5 simple alcohol free recipes!
rhubarb & apple spritz
Dark and Stormy
A standout favourite in the library of cocktails. This alcohol free version combines the traditional flavours of ginger beer, Rum (alcohol free) and with the unusual addition of our Festive Spiced Tea blend. The tannins in the tea provide a similar kick to alcohol, and the spices give you that hint of a spiced rum. YUM>
INGREDIENTS
30ml alcohol free dark rum
45ml pre-brewed and chilled The Curious Cabinet Festive Spiced Cocktail Tea
Ginger Beer
Citrus wheel to garnish
METHOD
Add rum and chilled tea to a tall glass with lots of ice. Top with ginger beer. Stir. Garnish with a citrus wheel. Enjoy.
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Rhubarb and Apple 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.
Rhubarb and apple. A match made in heaven. Try this and you’ll keep coming back for more.
INGREDIENTS
30ml The Curious Cabinet Rhubarb Shrub Syrup
Soda water
Sliced apple for garnish
METHOD
Fill a spritz glass with ice. Top with Shrub Syrup and soda. Stir. Garnish with sliced apple.
Add a splash of gin for a harder version.
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Dark Cherry Spritz
Dark, rich and delicious - this spritz is one to remember.
INGREDIENTS
30ml The Curious Cabinet Cherry Shrub Syrup
Soda Water
Sprig of Rosemary
METHOD
Add Cherry Shrub Syrup to tall glass with lots of ice. Top with soda. Stir. Garnish with rosemary. Enjoy.
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Strawberry and Cucumber Cup
Summer in a glass! Our Strawberry and Cucumber Cup is super easy to create and will wow your friends and family. Add a splash of gin or tequila for a stronger version.
INGREDIENTS
30ml The Curious Cabinet Strawberry Shrub Syrup
150ml Soda Water
Freshly sliced cucumber and strawberries to garnish
METHOD
Add Strawberry Shrub Syrup to tall glass with lots of ice. Top with soda. Stir. Garnish with cucumber and strawberries. Enjoy.
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Mandarin & Bitters
Mandarin and bitters combine to make a curiously delicious concoction.
RECIPE
5 shots soda water
3 dashes Angastora Bitters
METHOD
Fill a glass with ice. Add Shrub Syrup, soda water and bitters. Stir and serve.
Garnish with mint or rosemary, or leave without garnish.
ALCOHOLIC VERSION
You could also add gin or vodka to this if you wanted a hard versions.
Sparkling Boysenberry
Indulge in this delicious alcohol-free treat, featuring our collaboration with Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Our Boysenberry Shrub Syrup with Bay Laurel foraged from their gardens. With 5% of all proceeds made, each bottle sold helps raise funds towards their research and conservation .
INGREDIENTS
Ice
1 part The Curious Cabinet Boysenberry Shrub Syrup
5 parts Soda water
Bay leaf to garnish
METHOD
Add Boysenberry Shrub Syrup and soda water to a tall glass with ice. Adjust to taste. Garnish with a sprig of rosemary.
NOTES
Our ratios above can be tweaked to your liking. Add more Shrub Syrup if you like the taste a bit stronger, or for a lighter flavour add more soda water.
Add one shot of gin, for a curious twist on a G&T.
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Strawberry Rose Fizz
A delicious alcohol-free recipe that is both complex in flavour and offers a delicious texture with the combination of Strawberry Shrub Syrup and our Summer Tea Party Cocktail Tea.
INGREDIENTS
90ml brewed and chilled Summer Tea Party Cocktail Tea
30ml Strawberry Shrub Syrup
Soda water
Ice
METHOD
Chill and brew tea.
Add tea and Strawberry Shrub Syrup to a shaker with ice. Shake till cold.
Double strain into a glass with ice. Top with soda water, and garnish with rose petals from Cocktail Tea.
Watch how to make it here: https://www.instagram.com/p/C5XPWguPWza/
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Spiced Mandarin Tea-Ni
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.
A delicious martini style mocktail with a delicious festive twist! With only two ingredients, this mocktail packs a high level of sophisticated flavour with only two ingredients.
INGREDIENTS
METHOD
Add ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake until cold. Double strain into a coupe glass and enjoy!
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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).