When creating unique cocktails, working with a limited selection of ingredients can be challenging. However, there are numerous ways to use the same ingredients in different ways to make new and exciting drinks. This blog post about yellow tea pairings was created in response to that. These combinations will give you new ideas for cocktails and inspire future experiments. But why would you combine certain ingredients? Each one has the potential to bring out a different aspect of the other. Certain flavors complement each other so well that they become inseparable friends in our cocktail world (and yours!). And while this might sound strange at first, trust us on this. You only need to adhere to these suggestions.

Cordials

Cordials are flavored liqueurs, like a spirit with spices, fruits, herbs, or nuts. Combining these with tea can add a new flavor to your drink and give you flexibility for unique cocktails. When it comes to cordials, your options are practically endless. Many flavors can be combined with tea, from cinnamon to pomegranate to ginger and rhubarb. Cordials can be particularly useful when you're looking to experiment with unusual or unique teas, like our Hojicha or Purple Beauty. Cocktails made with cordials often use smaller amounts than usual due to their intense flavors.

Fruit Juices

Flavored fruit juices are an excellent option for mixing with tea. They're generally low in alcohol, ideal for creating a non-alcoholic cocktail. You'll find that most fruit juices combine different types of fruits, so they're a great way to add a little variety to your cocktail. Fruit juices also work well with black tea, oolong tea, and other types of tea. Why not add a little citrus to your drink with a grapefruit twist? Or add a little tropical twist with some pineapple?

Herbal Liquors

As the name suggests, herbal liquors are alcoholic drinks made from herbs. The most common herbs used to make these drinks are peppermint and rosemary, with other popular additions including lavender, chamomile, and sage. Herbal liquors are ideal for mixing with teas that have solid or unique flavors, like our Hojicha or Persian Blue. Combining them with herbal liquors can sweeten and tame the tea taste. Herbal liquors are also generally lower in alcohol, which is ideal when you want to create a non-alcoholic cocktail.

Pro Tip: Use More Than One Ingredient Together

This might sound crazy initially, but one of the best ways to create a new cocktail is to mix two ingredients that complement each other. You can use this method to try different combinations of ingredients. Try combining two different teas or adding an herbal liquor to a fruit juice. These are great ways to experiment and create new, exciting cocktails!

Gin

Gin is one of the most popular ingredients for creating unique cocktails. These drinks can range from sweet to savory and everything in between. Gin's bold flavor and earthy aroma result from a few different ingredients—such as juniper berries, coriander, and orange peel. Juniper is the most important of these ingredients and gives gin its signature taste. Herbal teas like Hojicha and Persian Blue pair well with gin because of their earthy flavors.

Vodka

Vodka is sometimes referred to as the "universal mixer" because it combines with other ingredients. This makes it an excellent choice for mixing with tea. Vodka's flavor is subtle, meaning the tea's taste will enhance it rather than overpower it. This also means that you have more flexibility when mixing with vodka. You can experiment with various teas and still get a great cocktail. Vodka is often infused with other flavors, such as herbs, fruits, and coffee beans. The best way to experiment with vodka is to try a few different types until you find the flavor you like.

Whiskey/Scotch

Whiskey and Scotch are the most popular liquors for creating unique cocktails. These drinks can range from sweet to savory and everything in between. Whiskey and Scotch are made from fermented grains, which gives them their distinctive flavor and aroma. WhisYou can combine tea with various types of whiskey and Scotch. The ideal teas to use with these liquors are black and oolong teas, which have bold flavors that work well with whiskey. Black teas work well with Scotch, as they have a similar aroma and flavor.

Conclusion

Cocktails are exciting and creative drinks that can be as unique and varied as the people drinking them. There are no rules about what goes into a cocktail, so feel free to experiment and try new combinations. There are a variety of ingredients that can be mixed with tea, from cordials and fruit juices to herbal liquors and whiskeys. Experimenting with different ingredients is a great way to try new things and create unique cocktails.