Ukiyo Spirits, owned by Kirker Greer Spirits, has announced an exciting collaboration with The Ivy Asia to bring the magic of cherry blossom season to life with an exquisite selection of limited-edition Sakura-inspired cocktails. Available from 24th March to 4th May, the collaboration blends the elegance of Japanese botanicals with The Ivy Asia’s signature opulence, offering guests a unique way to experience the fleeting elegance of Sakura. Alongside the cocktails, The Ivy Asia invites guests to indulge in an exclusive Afternoon Tea and a special dessert platter, inspired by the beauty of the iconic cherry blossom season.
The Ivy Asia mixologists have created a range of delicately balanced cocktails featuring Ukiyo Blossom Gin and Ukiyo Rice Vodka, expertly capturing the essence of cherry blossom season. Each serve is a reflection of Ukiyo Spirits’ dedication to elevating traditional Japanese flavours with a contemporary twist. Highlights include the Sakura Spritz, a beautifully balanced blend of Ukiyo Rice Vodka, Bellamie Cherry Liqueur, Rose Syrup, and Prosecco, topped with candyfloss; the Blossom & Tonic with Ukiyo Blossom Gin, Sake & Lychee Cordial, Rhubarb & Raspberry Tonic; Butterfly Garden with Ukiyo Blossom Gin, Plum Sake, Lemon Juice, Strawberry Syrup & Raspberries; and Lavender in Bloom, a mix of Ukiyo Rice Vodka, Ukiyo Blossom Gin, Rosé Vermouth, Lavender Cordial and Lychee, designed to capture the lightness and vibrancy of spring.
Complementing Ukiyo’s bespoke cocktails, The Ivy Asia’s Cherry Blossom Afternoon Tea showcases a fusion of savoury and sweet delicacies inspired by the vibrancy of spring. Guests can indulge in delights such as Aromatic Duck Spring Rolls and Vegetable Dumplings, followed by handcrafted desserts like Dark Chocolate & Cherry Blossom Trees and Raspberry Macarons. For an added touch of luxury, guests can elevate their experience with the Champagne Afternoon Tea. For those dining from the à la carte spring menu, the showstopping Cherry Blossom Dragon dessert platter offers the perfect seasonal finale. This indulgent selection includes Mini Samurai Cherry & Passion Fruit Doughnuts, Calamansi Yoghurt & Cherry Parfait, and Cherry Cheesecake – a vibrant tribute to the season.
Inspired by Japan’s rich distilling heritage, Ukiyo Spirits has gained acclaim for its meticulous craftsmanship and innovative flavour profiles. The brand’s use of traditional Japanese rice spirits and carefully selected botanicals results in spirits that are both authentic and contemporary. This partnership with The Ivy Asia not only highlights Ukiyo’s dedication to quality but also reinforces its position as a premium choice for elegant, high-end cocktails.
Set against the backdrop of The Ivy Asia’s opulent interiors and iconic cherry blossom trees, this collaboration captures the beauty, elegance, and vibrancy of spring. Whether sipping a Sakura Spritz or indulging in the decadent Cherry Blossom Dragon, guests are invited to immerse themselves in a celebration of flavour, artistry, and tradition.
About Ukiyo Japanese Spirits
Ukiyo, which means ‘floating world’, symbolises living in the moment. Ukiyo Spirits, award-winning spirit brand of the year, small-batch distils the precious gift of rice and ingredients found in the mountains and coastlines of Japan to create delicately aromatic gins and a smooth fragrant vodka.
Created in Chiba, east of Tokyo, Ukiyo’s portfolio of Japanese spirits are crafted to stir the senses. The Ukiyo gins include a classic dry gin (Ukiyo Tokyo Dry Gin), a floral dry gin (Ukiyo Blossom Gin) and a citrus dry gin (Ukiyo Yuzu Gin). All three share the common base recipe of the classic Tokyo Dry Gin, with the Sakura Flower dialled up for Ukiyo Blossom and Yuzu Citrus for Ukiyo Yuzu.
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