Still yet to choose your celebratory tipple? Stock up on these libations ahead of the festival
One of the great aspects of living in Hong Kong are the two new years we celebrate, and both absolutely require the alcohol to be flowing for toasts all around. Though drinking traditions have been disrupted continuing into 2021, the bar and spirits industry has found workarounds to entice drinkers as we toast the Year of the Ox. From Chinese New Year-themed gins to festive interpretations of classic cocktails, here's what should be in your glass this season.
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Dragonfly's CNY Herbal Cocktails
Best known for its stunning ceiling of upturned Tiffany glass lamps, Tai Kwun cocktail bar Dragonfly also spared no effort with its trio of Chinese New Year-themed bottled cocktails. Housed in 500ml glazed ceramic jars, the lineup comprises the Longevity (ginseng-infused gin, Suze and goji berries), Prosperity (dried mandarin peel, whiskey, vermouth and bitters), and Wellness (pomegranate macerated with dry gin, sweet vermouth and bitters). The cocktails can be bought on their own for HK$448 each, or as part of the Complete Abundance gift set (HK$1,288), which includes all three cocktails, five HK$100 dining vouchers for any S&S Hospitality restaurant, homemade cookies, and special lai see packets. Place your order online here.