Our products would not be as delicious if it weren’t for Mother Nature and the amazing ingredients we have at our fingertips. Our team therefore always try our hardest to prioritise the environment in all aspects of our production and distribution.
With World Environment Day coming up on June 5th we thought we would shine a light on some of the ways we try to make a difference and how we respect our beautiful planet:
Re-using Cardboard
We have many fun machines in our production line, but our personal favourite is our cardboard shredder. We use this to convert the cardboard we receive everyday into material that is used to pack orders and keep your curious items safe during transit. Our version of bubble-wrap. We also re-use any bubble wrap or filling materials we receive from our suppliers, so any time you receive any plastic in your parcels - it's been re-used with love.
Fruit
The fruit strained from our Shrub Syrups is transformed into a range of products including preserves, jams, and our personal favourite ... our Mandarin Dust. As much as possible, the only food waste we put in the bin is the leaves and pips!
Packaging
Where possible we avoid single use packaging and prioritise reusable materials such as glass and aluminium.
About World Environment Day
The theme for World Environment Day this year is “ONLY ONE EARTH”. It is being hosted in Stockholm to celebrate 50 years since the establishment of the United Nations Environment Programme which was formed in 1972 at the UN Conference on the Human Environment in Stockholm. Find out more about World Environment Day here.
CELEBRATE WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY WITH SOME GOODIES RIGHT FROM MOTHER NATURE
Elixirs and mixers for soda and cocktails, The Curious Cabinet Shrub Syrups bring to life flavours that will transform your drinks.
Based on 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: Silver Medal, 2021 Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
SPARKLING RHUBARB
Add 1 part The Curious Cabinet Rhubarb Shrub Syrup to 5 parts soda water Adjust to taste. Serve with ice and a sprig of mint.
SOMERS SOUTHSIDE
60ml gin
30ml The Curious Cabinet Rhubarb Shrub Syrup
3 drops Bob’s Abbots Bitters
1 mint sprig
Shake with ice. Strain into coupe glass. Serve.
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.
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.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
SPARKLING STRAWBERRY
Add 1 part The Curious Cabinet Strawberry Shrub Syrup to 5 parts soda water Adjust to taste. Serve with ice and a sprig of mint.
STRAWBERRY FIELDS
30ml The Curious Cabinet Strawberry Shrub Syrup
60ml tequila or mezcal
10ml lime juice
4 mint leaves
Shake with ice. Strain into coupe glass. Serve.
Delicious with soda, and perfect for cocktails, The Curious Cabinet Shrub Syrups bring to life flavours to tantalise and delight your tastebuds. Based on traditional recipes of old, these elixirs blend the sweetness of fruit with the tartness and goodness of apple cider vinegar.
100% natural ingredients, Gluten Free and Vegan.
Awards: Bronze Medal, Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards, 2021.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
SPARKLING PEACH
Add 1 part The Curious Cabinet White Peach Shrub Syrup to 5 parts soda water. Adjust to taste. Serve with ice and a sprig of mint. Add some gin for a great alternative to a Gin and Tonic.
WHITE PEACH SPRITZ
30ml White Peach Shrub Syrup
120ml Prosecco
30ml Soda Water
Pour into a large wine glass. Top with ice. Garnish with fresh mint or thyme.
Elixirs and mixers for soda and cocktails, The Curious Cabinet Shrub Syrups bring to life flavours that will transform your drinks.
Based on 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.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
SPARKLING Lime
Add 1 part The Curious Cabinet Strawberry Shrub Syrup to 5 parts soda water Adjust to taste. Serve with ice and a sprig of mint.
Add some gin for a great alternative to a Gin and Tonic, or white rum & lots of mint for a twist on a Mojito.
MARGARITA
75ml Tequila or Mezcal
30ml The Curious Cabinet Lime Shrub Syrup
Shake all ingredients with ice and double strain into a chilled coupe glass, rimmed with The Curious Cabinet Lime Dust. Serve.
WINTER BEST SELLER
Winter is in full swing and our Mulled Wine Kits are ready to keep you toasty! This curious twist on a classic is sure to be popular with your friends and family.
The kit comes with everything you need to make a delicious batch of mulled wine, including:
A perfectly portioned spice mix
A bottle of our Mandarin Shrub Syrup - the perfect portioned size to make your batch of mulled wine
Detailed recipe card for you to create this simple & delicious classic
All you’ll need to add is a bottle of wine.
These are a great Winter drink option for entertaining with friends, or perfect as a gift.
AWARDS: Silver Medal in the 2022 Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards
Valued at $72.75, explore The Curious Cabinet range with our alcohol-free Essentials Pack. Whether you are a designated driver, pregnant, or looking for non-alcoholic alternatives, this kit has everything you need to craft intriguing and delicious drinks. From the quick and easy shrub and soda, to a more complex mocktail, you’ll never feel like you’re missing out with these secret ingredients.
Here is what is included:
2 x 250ml bottles of our flagship Shrub Syrups
1 x tin of our super-popular Mandarin Dust or Lime Dust to garnish your drink and have your friends talking!
1 x Cocktail Tea
1 x jigger for measuring the perfect drink
(Choose your flavours at check out)
After selling-out last season, our new season Mandarin Shrub Syrup is now back!
Craft the perfect Mandarin cocktail, or shake up the way you use mixers with Mandarin Shrub Syrup. Transform your bar essentials with a mixer than can used be used beyond delicious concoctions.
Delicious with gin as an alternative to G&T, or mixed simply with soda water for a refreshing alcohol-free drink, Shrub Syrups can also be used in salad dressings, meat glazes, drizzled over ice-cream and wherever else your curiosity takes you.
100% Natural
Gluten Free
Vegan
Alcohol-free
Small-batch
Mandarin Shrub Syrup pairs well with:
Spirits: Gin, Bourbon
Food: Seafood, chocolate
If you care about sustainable food production practices, you will be interested to know all the fruit strained off from our Mandarin Shrub Syrup has been transformed into our popular Mandarin Dust. This magical product will take your cocktails to the next level as a delicious rim and is delicious sprinkled over seafood, desserts and more.
Awards: Silver Medal, 2021 Royal Tasmanian Fine Food Awards
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
SPARKLING MANDARIN
Add 1 part The Curious Cabinet Mandarin Shrub Syrup to 5 parts soda water. Adjust to taste. Serve with ice and a sprig of mint.
ROMANCING THE ROSE
60ml Bourbon
30ml Curious Cabinet Mandarin Shrub Syrup
20ml Lemon juice
15ml Orgeat
4 drops rose water
3 mint leaves
Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker & gently shake side to side. Strain into coupe glass. Garnish with mint sprig.