Dark Spiced Cherry Tea-Ni
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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Elixirs and mixers for soda and cocktails, The Curious Cabinet Shrub Syrups bring to life flavours that will transform your drinks.
Based recipes from the old world, these elixirs blend the sweetness of fruit with the kick of apple cider vinegar.
100% natural ingredients, Gluten Free and Vegan.
Awards:
Bronze Medal, Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards, 2021.
Drinkeasy Awards 2021 - Non-Alcoholic category award. Tasting notes: From the outset you think you just pulled a nice red. Gorgeous red hue. Smells really inviting. Pleasant tartness with notes of cherry and slight peach. Delicious and commanding flavours.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
SPARKLING CHERRY
Add 1 part The Curious Cabinet Cherry Shrub Syrup to 5 parts soda water Adjust to taste. Serve with ice and a sprig of mint.
STARRY NIGHT
60ml Cognac
45ml The Curious Cabinet Cherry Shrub Syrup
30ml ounces red vermouth
2.5ml Pernod
3 dashes chocolate bitters
Stir all ingredients with ice and then strain into chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a Curious Cabinet Chocolate Cherry. Serve.