Non-alcoholic

Espresso Tonic

Espresso Tonic

There's a particular kind of afternoon that calls for this one — the sun's still out, but you need something with a bit of a kick. The Espresso Tonic solves that problem neatly: our Classic Tonic syrup, all quinine bitterness and citrus zest, meeting a shot of espresso poured slowly over ice. It's a coffee shop favourite that's been popping up on menus everywhere, and it's every bit as good made at home. Ingredients Ice Soda water 30ml Classic Tonic syrup Two slices of lemon One shot of espresso Method Fill a glass with ice, then top up with soda...

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Hot Cola

Hot Cola

Hot cola is a real thing – and it's been keeping Hong Kong warm for decades.  Ginger, lemon and cola, served hot, is a fixture on the menu at Hong Kong's cha chaan tengs – the casual diners found on almost every street corner there.  We reckon Cola Six, with its cinnamon, coriander seed and citrus notes, was made for this. How to make it at home Add 4 slices of fresh ginger and 2 slices of fresh lemon to a cup or thick glass.  Pour in boiling water, leaving a few cm at the top.   Add 30ml of Cola...

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Gingerbread Chai Latte

Gingerbread Chai Latte

Autumn has arrived in Aotearoa, and with it comes the kind of crisp mornings that call for something warm in your hands. This Gingerbread Chai Latte is our answer to the season – built on a bold infusion of Libertine Blends' Roxy Black, deepened with molasses, and given a proper gingery lift with our Ginger Ale syrup. Steamed oat milk brings it all together into something creamy and cosy, and a crumble of gingernut biscuits on top means it looks as good as it tastes. Ingredients (per cup) 1 Libertine Blends Roxy Black tea temple (or 1 tablespoon of loose...

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Spiced Hibiscus Fizz

Spiced Hibiscus Fizz

Introducing our delicious new mocktail recipe – Spiced Hibiscus Fizz. The tartness of our Hibiscus Syrup meets the warming complexity of chai syrup, balanced with fresh lime juice and sparkling water. Finished with edible flowers, it’s a drink that's as beautiful as it is refreshing. Ingredients 30ml Hibiscus Syrup 30ml chai syrup 30ml lime juice Soda water Edible flowers (or fresh lime) to garnish Method Fill a tumbler (or tall glass) with ice, then pour in soda water, leaving a few centimetres at the top.  Pour in the two syrups and the lime juice, then stir. Garnish with edible flowers...

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