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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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.
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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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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
Sparkling Grapefruit
Indulge in this delicious alcohol-free treat, featuring our collaboration with Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Our Pink Grapefruit Shrub Syrup with Rosemary and Lemon Myrtle 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 Pink Grapefruit Shrub Syrup
5 parts Soda water
Rosemary to garnish
METHOD
Add Pink Grapefruit 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, or tequila for a Paloma.
Based on recipes from the old world, our award winning range of Shrub Syrups are a delicious way to enjoy alcohol-free drinks, or mix with your favourite spirits or cocktail.
Our Botanic Gardens range has been created in collaboration with Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, and 5% of proceeds from this collaboration will go towards the continued conservation and research undertaken by the Gardens.
RECIPE SUGGESTIONS
Sparkling Grapefruit
Add 1 part The Curious Cabinet Grapefruit Shrub Syrup and lots of ice to a glass. Add 5 parts soda and stir. Adjust to taste. (Add some gin for a delicious alternative to a gin and tonic. Try Anther Distillery’s Florescence Gin, also a collaboration with Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria.)
Paloma
60ml Tequila or Mezcal
30ml The Curious Cabinet Grapefruit Shrub Syrup
Soda
Add Tequila, Shrub Syrup and lots of ice to a tall glass rimmed with salt. Top with Soda. Stir. Adjust to taste. Garnish with a sprig of rosemary or a slice of grapefruit. Serve.
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Sparkling Shrub
Our Shrub Syrups with soda water, are a delicious and easy alcohol-free drink. The blend of sugar and fruit with the apple-cider vinegar provides the perfect combination of tart and sweet that will tantalise your tastebuds.
Use your favourite Shrub Syrup flavour in this recipe, and to garnish, see suggested garnishes for each flavour below.
INGREDIENTS
Ice
5 parts soda water
1 part The Curious Cabinet Shrub Syrup
Garnish of choice (see suggestions below)
METHOD
Add ice, soda water and Shrub Syrup to a glass. Stir, add garnish and enjoy.
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.
Garnish Suggestions
RHUBARB SHRUB: mint, ginger, rosemary
CHERRY SHRUB: mint, rosemary
STRAWBERRY SHRUB: mint, basil, cucumber
WHITE PEACH SHRUB: mint, rosemary, thyme, sage
MANDARIN SHRUB: mint, thyme, rose petals, Mandarin Dust, green olives
LIME SHRUB: Lime Dust, mint, rose petals, dehydrated fruit
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.
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.
Curious Christmas Mocktails & Cocktails
Thanks to The Tea Nomad for these delicious Christmas recipes featuring both our Mandarin and our Cherry Shrub Syrups paired with their delicious Noel Tea.
NOËL SANTA-GRIA (cocktail)
2 shot of chilled Noël , strongly brewed.
2 shots of brandy
2 sprigs of rosemary
Method: stir all with ice and a sprig of rosemary until super chilled. Then strain into glass and garnish with rosemary.
NOËL CHERRY SPRITZER (mocktail)
- 6 parts of Noël, cold brewed*
- 1 part The Curious Cabinet Dark Cherry Shrub Syrup
- splash of soda water
This mocktail spritzer is the perfect lunch or picnic accompaniment. The tea and shrub syrup mix can be made ahead of time and kept in the fridge, then served with a slice of orange and a splash of soda water.
*To cold brew Noël, simply add 4 tsp of tea to 1L cold water. Allow to sit for 4+ hours (or just make it the night before).
New-Fashioned - warm up for Winter.
A winter concoction to warm your bones. Introducing our NEW-FASHIONED (Alcohol-Free option included)
A winter concoction to warm your bones. Introducing our NEW-FASHIONED. We’ve also created a non-alcoholic version.
INGREDIENTS
2 ounces bourbon
1/2 ounce smoky scotch (Like @laphroaig)
1/2 ounce The Curious Cabinet Cherry Shrub
2 dashes Chocolate Bitters
METHOD
Add all ingredients a mixing glass with lots of ice. Stir well. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with an orange twist.
(NOTE: For an alcohol-free version of this delicious recipe, switch out the bourbon and whisky for something like @lyresspiritco American Malt and @sansdrinks Sans Bar 'Kings of Tartan')
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Strawberry Shrub & Ice Cream Float
One for the kids (and adults!). A delicious twist on a spider, with a twist of the curious.
INGREDIENTS
1 shot The Curious Cabinet Strawberry Shrub Syrup
5 shots soda water
Vanilla Ice cream
METHOD
Combine Stawberry Shrub with soda water in a glass.
Top with ice cream, and gently stir with a straw.
Watch the delicious bubbles fizz to the top.
Garnish with a strawberry and a straw and spoon.