Why not try out our ready-to-serve premix Curious Cocktails? They're so easy to serve, just shake, pour over ice and garnish accordingly for a delectable drink at home.
"We’re delighted to introduce the newest addition to our Curious Cocktail range: Houjicha Latte.
"Green tea is widely enjoyed in Japan, especially in warmer months for its cooling properties, but when the temperature drops, there’s another type of tea that brings instant warmth and comfort. As soon as autumn arrives, hot houjicha appears in the jidо̄hanbaiki (自動販売機; drinks vending machines) on station platforms across Japan, ready to keep commuters toasty while they wait for their trains. Houjicha is a truly nostalgic flavour for Hidden Curiosities gin creator Jenny, who lived in Japan throughout her twenties.
"This cocktail is inspired by this beloved roasted green tea. Houjicha ほうじ茶 is made by roasting Japanese green tea leaves, giving it a nutty, earthy and slightly smoky flavour profile, naturally low caffeine, and remarkable versatility. It’s a favourite in Japan not only as a drink but as a key ingredient in desserts, and many who try it end up preferring it to the green tea it comes from.
"We’ve long believed that houjicha’s chocolatey, toasty notes would pair beautifully with gin, and this cocktail brings that idea to life. We infuse our Hidden Curiosities London Dry Gin with Hо̄ji tea leaves (directly sourced from Izu, Japan), to create a unique, aromatic base, then blend it with white chocolate liqueur, caramel, and finished off with a dash of dark chocolate bitters, ensuring the cacao’s subtle bitterness shines through and balances the richness perfectly.
"Enjoy it over ice on a crisp autumn evening, or Jenny's favourite - as a long drink topped with ice-cold milk. Finish with a garnish of dried houjicha leaves or toasted sesame seeds for a heightened sensory experience."
Flavour profile: Sweet, Chocolatey, Nutty
Garnish: Houjicha Tea Leaves or Toasted Sesame Seeds
ABV: 32%
Available in 100ml (perfect for 2 mini cocktails or 1 large one) and 500ml (10 mini cocktails or 5 large ones) glass bottles and pouches.
Top tip - put in the freezer before serving and pour over ice for an extra cold cocktail experience.
