Mixing it Up | House of Suntory

Timeless and balanced, simple and delicious, Drinks Specialist Teddy Joseph’s menu of House of Suntory cocktails adds a Japanese twist to some of our favourite drinks.

Inspired by harmony with Japanese nature and elevated by Japanese craftmanship, House of Suntory’s range of delicious spirits takes you on a flavour journey capturing the essence of Japan. Make these at home for festive parties with friends, or for a cosy night in.

INGREDIENTS

Hibiki Japanese Harmony, Sugar Syrup, Mirin, Absinthe, Angostura, Peychauds

Vanilla | Sandalwood | Blackpepper

A delicate and well-balancedblend that is both subtle and complex, crafted with more than ten malt and grain whiskies to create a harmony of flavours and aromas.

METHOD

Build all ingredients in glass.Stir before zesting grapefruit over the top.

COMMENTS

A harmonious blend of malt and grain whiskies from Suntory's acclaimeddistilleries, Hibiki Japanese Harmony offers notes of honey and candied orange peel, with a hint of sandalwood and Japanese oak. This unique take on the classic Sazerac pairs these flavours with herbaceous elements from the absinthe and bitters, while the use of mirin delivers light floral accents. Sip this late into the night.

INGREDIENTS

Haku Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Espresso

Sticky rice | Cream | Cardamom

A super smooth spirit thanks to filtration through bamboo charcoal, this vodka is made with 100% Japanese white rice. Named after the Japanese word for 'white' or 'brilliant', it is soft, rounded and seriously mouth-filling.

METHOD

Add all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice and shake. Strain Into a chilled glass and garnish.

COMMENTS

Perhaps one of the most popular cocktails in the world, Haku Vodkais a perfect match for the Espresso Martini. Derived from Japanese white rice and filtered through bamboo charcoal, Haku is smooth and subtle, pairing perfectly with the rich flavour of espresso and sweetness of the coffee liqueur. A party starter!

INGREDIENTS

Roku Gin, Tonic Water

Cherry | Green tea | Orange zest

Six uniquely Japanese botanicals set this gin apart. Crafted by Japanese artisans with meticulous attention to detail, these are harvested at peak flavour and distilled alongside eight traditional gin botanicals to create a complex yet perfectly balanced spirit.

METHOD

Add gin to glass, add ice and tonic water, stir before garnishing.

COMMENTS

The quintessential serve for any gin, this Roku Gin & Tonic is elevatedby its unique ginger garnish, ready to kick off your Christmas party. Six julienne strips of ginger represent the six Japanese botanicals used to create Roku Gin: sakura flower, sakura leaf, sencha tea, gyokuro tea, sansho pepper and yuzu peel. The use of ginger accentuates the yuzu citrus and sakura top notes found in this wonderful gin.

INGREDIENTS

Roku Gin, Pineapple Juice, Lemon Juice, Ginger Syrup

Cherry | Green tea | Orange zest

Six uniquely Japanese botanicals set this gin apart. Crafted byJapanese artisans with meticulous attention to detail, these are harvested at peak flavour and distilled alongside eight traditional gin botanicals to create a complex yet perfectly balanced spirit.

METHOD

Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker, add ice and shake, strain into a chilled glass and garnish.

COMMENTS

A vibrant, fruity cocktail of pineapple and lemon that pairswonderfully with Roku Gin.The addition of ginger syrup once againelevates Roku’s yuzu citrus and Sakura top notes, while adding atouch of spice. One to warm up a chilly winter night.

INGREDIENTS

Toki Whisky, Soda Water

Fresh basil | Green apple | Honey

A blend of malt and grain whisky from the acclaimed Japanese distilleries of Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita, Toki pays homage to House of Suntory's proud heritage.

METHOD

Build whisky and soda water in glass. Add ice and stir before garnishing.

COMMENTS

Toki is crafted with a blend of Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita whiskiesto give a light, refreshing and perfectly balanced flavour profile. A perfectly balanced whisky calls for a perfectly balanced cocktail, and the Toki Highball delivers just that. The Japanese praise this simple, stylish cocktail as a refreshing way to drink whisky and for how well it pairs with Japanese cuisine. Enjoy it with a festive lunch.