This 2022, discover new twists of flavours made with Okinawa’s famous awamori liquor! In collaboration with the Okinawa Prefectural Government, eight restaurants and three popular cafe brands in Singapore have specially crafted unique and delicious cocktails and desserts for you to enjoy! Highlighting the versatility of the liquor in each beautiful creation, experience new and refreshing ways to consume awamori!
Brief Introduction Of Awamori
Awamori actually dates back to more than 600 years ago and has remained a culturally significant export item till today! To commemorate its importance, Okinawa has even declared the first of November “Awamori Day”! Produced across 46 distilleries in Okinawa, fermented rice malt and koji mould are used to give it a distinct and pleasant aroma. Furthermore, each brand of awamori has its own unique flavour that develops over time, increasing its value and quality with age! On top of that, awamori also offers several health benefits! It has fewer calories compared to other similar alcoholic beverages as it iis sugar and amino acid free. Definitely a good option for folks with high blood sugar or who are health-conscious!
Hand-Crafted Cocktails From Eight Restaurants!
This one-of-a-kind liquor is perfect for sipping on its own or as a base for cocktails! The cocktails take on imaginative new twists in mixology, drawing influence from the flavours and cultures of both Singapore and Okinawa.
1. At Twenty
Experience the best drinks, art, and music from all around the world when you visit At Twenty! For this collaboration, the awamori that will be used is Zuisen King, with At Twenty bringing you three delectable cocktails to enjoy!
Here is a list of the cocktails offered:
1. Awamori Old Fashioned ($30)
Ingredients:
- Zuisen King
- Nectar Pedro Ximenez
- Herbs such as rosemary and mint
2. Green Tea Awamori with Soda ($24)
Ingredients:
- Zuisen King
- Sencha (煎茶)
- Soda
- Herbs
3. Shine Muscat marinated in Awamori ($30)
Ingredients:
- Zuisen King
- Shine Muscat
- Soda Water
Duration of collaboration: Now till Feb 28
Address: 20 Lor Telok, #01-01, Singapore 049032
Opening Hours: Daily (except on Sun), 6:00pm – 10:30pm
2. Atico Lounge/FLNT
Experience four limited edition cocktails at Atico Lounge and FLNT! Enjoy the beautiful night skylight of Orchard Road at Atico Lounge or head to FLNT for some scrumptious Peruvian and Japanese fusion dishes! Meticulously crafted with Zuisen Seiryu awamori as the main ingredient, each cocktail is inspired by iconic flavours of Japan like Tokyo Banana and exotic fruits!
Here’s a closer look at these delectable cocktails:
1. Bichi Painappuru ($25)
Ingredients:
- Zuisen Seiryu
- Triple sec
- Pineapple juice
- Lime juice
- Black truffle oil
- Yuzu mirin
- Ginger beer
- Angostura
The Bichi Painappuru is a tropical cocktail with excotic fruit flavouts and a fizzy blend of shochu and ginger beer. Imagine having a tiki scorpion but with a Japanese twist!
2. Banira Banana ($25)
Ingredients:
- Zuisen Seiryu
- Matcha
- Banana liqueur
- Madagascar vanilla liqueur
- Egg white
- Cane sugar
- Yuzu
For those with a sweet tooth, be sure to try the Banira Banana! This sweet delight draws inspiration from the famous Tokyo Banana dessert and is mixed with a hint of matcha!
3. Umi Kyuri ($25)
Ingredients:
- Zuisen Seiryu
- Lime juice
- Japanese cucumber
- Basil
- Egg white
- Sea salt
- Cane sugar
The Umi Kyuri takes you on a journey through Japan’s different seasons and while experiencing its diverse flavours. A unique cocktail that you definitely must try!
4. Island of Hope ($25)
Ingredients:
- Zuisen Seiryu
- Pineapple umeshu
- Housemade lemongrass mango juice
- Kaffir lime
- Basil
The Island of Hope has a refined aroma of the awamori that blends beautifully with the subtle sweetness of fruits, creating a refreshing cocktail that instantly calms your senses.
Atico Lounge
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, Level 55 & 56, ION Orchard, Singapore 238801
Opening Hours: Daily, 12pm – 11.00pm
Reservation: Click here!
FLNT
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, Level 55 & 56, ION Orchard, Singapore 238801
Opening Hours: Daily, 12pm – 10.30pm
Reservation: Click here!
3. Bam!
Did you know, Bam! Is actually Singapore’s first gastro establishment to pay tribute to “Modern Shudo”- the contemporary way of sake enjoyment! This revolutionary way of eating and drinking is taking flight in culinary corners around the world and now you can enjoy it right here in Singapore! Crafted with Ryukyu Ohcho, Bam! brings you three outstanding cocktails for you to enjoy!
Here are the cocktails you can choose from to enjoy:
1. SHUGRONI ($25)
Ingredients:
- Ryukyu Ohcho
- Campari
- Umeshu
2. UMEMORI ($22)
Ingredients:
- Kahlua
- Umeshu
- Ryukyu Ohcho
- Pineapple Juice
3. BOB ISLAND ($22)
Ingredients:
- Myer’s Dark Rum
- Ryukyu Ohcho
- Soda
Duration of collaboration: Now till Feb 28
Address: 38 Tras Street Singapore 078977
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Saturday (Closed on Sundays and Mondays), 12.00pm – 2.00pm, 6.00pm – 10.30pm
Click here to make your reservations now!
4. Lawry’s The Prime Rib
If you’re a fan of steaks, you’ve definitely heard of Lawry’s The Prime Rib. Known for serving the best American cuisine, this famous restaurant overlooks the street of Orchard Road, allowing you to have an amazing view to accompany your delectable food! Indulge in their Signature Prime Rib of Beef with some of their specially crafted cocktails made with Zuisen Seiryu! The perfect pairing for your heavenly steak!
Here are the cocktails offered:
1. Okinawa Sunrise
Ingredients:
- Zuisen Seiryu
- White wine
- Brown sugar,
- Orange
- Lemon
- Strawberry topped with Soda and Sprite
2. Okinawa Sunse
Ingredients:
- Zuisen Seiryu
- Red wine
- Brown sugar
- Lemon
- Strawberry topped with Soda and Sprite
According to Lawry’s, the Zuisen Seiryu blends well with the fruitiness of sangria. Aesthetically, the white sangria resembles a sunrise, while the red resembles a sunset. These sweet delights are going for $18 per glass and $32 for two glasses.
Duration of collaboration: Now till Feb 28
Address: 333A Orchard Rd, #04 – 01/31, Singapore 238897
Opening Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 11:30am – 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday, Eve of PH, 11.30am – 10.30pm
Make reservations on Lawry’s website, quandoo and chope now!
5. Oishii Ristorante
Oishii Ristorante is a modern unique Japanese-Italian restaurant helmed by a veteran chef of more than 10 years, with experiences in Michelin-starred restaurants! Oishii Ristorante offers a variety of irresistible culinary delights,with a wide selection of alcohol that will pair perfectly with your meal. In collaboration with Okinawa, enjoy three hand-crafted cocktails made with Kikunotsuyu VIP Gold 5 Years for the perfect alcohol beverage!
Here are the cocktails offered:
1. Oishii Awamori Sangria ($18)
Ingredients:
- Kikunotsuyu VIP Gold 5 Years
- Red wine
- Apple juice
- Yuzu juice
- Blood orange sparkling
- Strawberry
- Kiwi
- Orange
2. T.T. (Tropic Tidal) ($18)
Ingredients:
- Kikunotsuyu VIP Gold 5 Years
- Rum
- Lychee juice
- Yuzu syrup
- Lime cubes
3. Lush Blossom ($18
Ingredients:
- Kikunotsuyu VIP Gold 5 Years
- Malibu rum
- Blue curaçao
- Pineapple juice
- Yuzu juice.
The awamori is definitely the star of the cocktails here! An alcoholic beverage found only in Okinawa, Japan which has a humid subtropical climate, the cocktails will give you a refreshing taste and a tropical feel with every sip!
Duration of collaboration: Now till Feb 28
Address: 182 Cecil St, Frasers Tower, #01-05, Singapore 069547
Opening Hours: Daily (except for Sun), 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 10.30pm
Click here to make reservations now!
6. Okinawan Diner Nirai-Kanai
Nirai-Kanai is a Japanese restaurant with a focus on Okinawan cuisine. Fun fact, the dishes served here are more similar to Chinese cuisine due to the close proximity of Okinawa to Taiwan! From now till Feb 28, enjoy three amazing cocktails made with Zuisen Seiryu to give you three unique flavours in coffee, fruit, and herbal!
Here are the three cocktails you can choose from:
1. Coffee Awamori ($13)
Ingredients:
- 35 Coffee blend
- Zuisen Seiryu:
2. Fruit Awamori ($13
Ingredients:
- Assorted fruits
- Zuisen Seiryu:
3. Herbal Awamori ($13)
Ingredients:
- Okinawa Turmeric
- Wolfberries
- Zuisen Seiryu
Address: 1 Kim Seng Promenade, #01-107/108, Great World City, Singapore 237994
Opening Hours: Mon to Fri: 11.30am – 3pm, 6pm – 11.00pm, Sat & Sun: 11.30am – 3.30pm, 5.30pm – 11.00pm
7. RPM by D.Bespoke
If you’re looking for some retro vibes, RPM by D. Bespoke is the perfect restaurant to head to! Focusing on vinyl music, enjoy records played through an amazing vintage audio system, immersing yourself in an array of genres in a casual atmosphere. In collaboration with Okinawa, not one, but four types of awamori are used to bring you four irresistible cocktails! Seifuku, Zuisen Seiryu, Taihei, and Sangosho are used to make each own unique cocktail, bringing you one memorable experience at RPM by D. Bespoke!
Let’s take a look at the cocktails offered:
1. SANPIN HIGH ($24)
Ingredients:
- Seifuku awamori
- Cold brew jasmine tea
Due to the influence of the surrounding Asian countries, jasmine tea is still called sanpincha in Okinawa and is well-loved by all generations. Enjoy this traditional tea mixed with awamori hard liquor, which Okinawa takes great pride in!
2. RYUKYU SLING ($25)
Ingredients:
- Sangosho awamori
- Pineapple juice
- Fresh lime juice
- Cherry heering
- Benedictine DOM
- Cointreau
- Grenadine syrup
- Angostura bitters
Thought Singapore was the only country with a drink named after it? Turns out, it’s not! Somerset Maugham, a well-known British novelist, actually named the Singapore Sling after our country’s beautiful sunset. With that, why not enjoy the Ryukyu Sling that’s named after the beautiful sunset of Okinawa (Ryukyu)!
3. AWAMORITA ($24)
Ingredients:
- Zuisen Seiryu awamori
- Shikwasa juice
- Fresh lemon juice
- Cointreau
- Okinawa sea salt
Did you know that in Japan, 青 (ao) is blue, and in China, 青 (qing) is green? The pigment from the blue flower (butterfly pea) is often used in rice dumplings which are popular in Singapore and Malaysia! One highlight of this yellow cocktail is that it turns green when it mixes with the blue Zuisen Seiryu! Meaning “blue dragon”, the awamori used is to show Okinawa’s blue dragon changing into Singapore’s green dragon. The sea salt from Okinawa is lined around the rim of the glass to enhance its taste,as well as changing its acidity to a slightly sweet flavour. Be sure to pay attention to this aesthetically pleasing and delicious cocktail!
4. MA-SAN KOPI ($25)
Ingredients:
- Taihei awamori
- Coffee liqueur
- Fresh cream
- Condensed milk
Fun fact, coffee is actually very popular in Okinawa! There is even production of coffee beans native to the region! In Singapore, most of us are probably used to adding condensed milk in our coffee, giving inspiration to the Ma-San Kopi. The cocktail features a mixture of condensed milk and fresh cream floating on the base of the awamori and coffee liqueur. Feel free to mix and drink it, or you can enjoy it as it is! Definitely a must-try for coffee lovers!
Besides being mixed with incredible awamori, these four cocktails also represent the five colours according to the Five Elements Theory in feng shui!
Here’s how the cocktails illustrate the five colours:
- Earth = Yellow (SANPIN HIGH)
- Gold = White (MA-SAN KOPI)
- Water = Black (MA-SAN KOPI)
- Wood = Blue (AWAMORITA)
- Fire = Red (RYUKYU SLING)
Duration of collaboration: Now till further notice
Address: 16 Duxton Road Singapore 089482
Opening Hours: Daily (except for Mon), 4pm – 10.30pm
8. ShinnSato Japanese Cuisine
Hailing from Okinawa, the owner of ShinnSato hopes to share his island’s culture with Singaporeans through his restaurant! Using Zuisen Seiryu, Taragawa, and Zanpa, enjoy an array of sangrias with over seven flavours to choose from! On top of that these sangrias are a permanent addition to the menu until further notice!
Sangria ($15 per glass)
Flavours:
- Mango
- Pineapple
- Grapefruit
- Strawberry
- Grape
- Orange
- Bitter melon
Address: 150 Orchard Rd, #03-52/53/54, Orchard Plaza, Singapore 238841
Opening Hours: Daily (except for Sun), 5pm – 10.30pm
Specially-Crafted Desserts From Three Cafe Brands!
For this collaboration, three popular cafe brands have provided a delectable array of desserts, highlighting Okinawa’s food produce! Each establishment has been given the creative freedom to design their own dessert using these selected ingredients- Brown Sugar, Sea Salt, and Purple Sweet Potato.
Here’s why these ingredients are so unique!
Brown sugar
Okinawa’s brown sugar is harvested from the sugarcane fields in Okinawa. It is considered a healthier alternative to refined white sugar as it is high in calcium, potassium, and iron. Additionally, it can also help to prevent tooth decay and osteoporosis, enhance stress resistance, and lower blood cholesterol levels!
Okinawa Sea Salt
Okinawa’s islands are abundant with coral reefs that purify seawater while also releasing minerals that help keep the seawater clean. Okinawa’s sea salt is made from the island’s crystal-clear and pristine seawaters. It has a distinct flavour, with a subtle sweetness and a salty undertone. Additionally, it is also one of the most nutritious salts, containing high levels of potassium and calcium while being low in sodium!
Purple Sweet Potato
Okinawa’s famous purple sweet potatoes have a unique and vibrant colour, indicating high levels of polyphenols. Packed with antioxidants and anti-aging nutrients to better support digestion, its flavour complements a wide range of dishes in many Okinawan kitchens.
1. Apiary
Apiary is a popular and local ice cream shop in Singapore, priding themselves in quality ice cream, desserts and service. Having opened their first store at Neil Road in 2016, they now have a total of 3 stores with different concepts and offerings! In collaboration with Okinawa, Apiary brings you two delectable flavours for all you ice cream lovers to enjoy!
1. Brown sugar with butter cookie ice cream ($4.70 per scoop)
Ingredients:
- Okinawa Brown sugar
- Milk
- Cream
- Butter
- Flour
- Skim milk powder and sugar
2. Sea salt lemon sorbet ($4.70 per scoop)
Ingredients:
- Lemon juice
- Okinawa sea salt
- Water
- Sugar
Duration of collaboration: Now till Jan 31
Outlet: Neil Road
Address: 84 Neil Road, Singapore 088844
Opening Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 12pm – 10pm, Friday & Saturday, 12pm – 11pm
Outlet: Joo Chiat
Address: 81 Joo Chiat Rd, Singapore 427725
Opening Hours: Daily (except for Mon), 12pm – 9pm
Outlet: Ang Mo Kio (Jubilee Square)
Address: 61 Ang Mo Kio Ave 8, Singapore 569814
Opening Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 12pm – 10pm, Friday & Saturday, 12pm – 11pm
2. Creamier Handcrafted Ice Cream and Coffee
Up next is another popular ice cream shop in Singapore! Creamier is a local ice cream company with roots based in the heartlands of Singapore since 2011. Creamier aims to create affordable and delicious ice creams that are of high quality as well. Every scoop is made from carefully sourced quality ingredients such as 100% real cream and milk, and churned in small batches for ultimate freshness, with no preservatives added. Using Okinawa brown sugar syrup and sea salt, Creamier has specially crafted two delectable flavours for you to enjoy!
1. Okinawa Sea Salt Brown Sugar Ice Cream
Price:
- $3.90 per scoop (Standard Flavour)
- $12.90 per pint
- $9.70 for one scoop with freshly baked waffles
Ingredients:
- Okinawa brown sugar syrup
- Okinawa sea salt
- Whole milk
- Cream
- Sugars
Smooth and creamy, this ice cream brings the perfect balance of rich sweetness from the brown sugar and umami saltiness from the sea salt. Using simple and natural ingredients, the natural flavours of the brown sugar and sea salt shine through in this sweet treat! Be sure to pair the ice cream with freshly baked waffles or brownies for the perfect dessert!
2. Salty Lychee Sorbet (Non-dairy)
Price:
- $3.90 per scoop (Standard Flavour)
- $12.90 per pint
- $9.70 for one scoop with freshly baked waffles
Ingredients:
- Okinawa sea salt
- Lychee
- Lychee juice
- Water
- Sugars.
This delicious sorbet is inspired by the Japanese Salty Lychee bottled drink, which was actually developed to help with heat stroke! Enjoy this fruity sorbet on any hot day for the ultimate refreshing treat while replenishing your salt levels! Besides having it as a dessert, you can also pair the sorbet with gin or grape juice for an amazing cocktail or mocktail creation!
Duration of collaboration: Now till March 31
Outlet: Toa Payoh
Address: Blk 131 Toa Payoh Lorong , #01-02, Singapore 310131
Opening Hours: Daily, 12pm – 10pm
Outlet: Gillman Barracks
Address: 5A Lock Road, Singapore 108927
Opening Hours: Tues to Sun, 12pm – 10pm
Outlet: Tiong Bahru
Address: 78 Yong Siak St, #01-18, Singapore 163078
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 12pm – 10pm
Outlet: Punggol Northshore
Address: 418 Northshore Drive, #01-04, Northshore Plaza II, Singapore 820418
Opening Hours: Daily, 12pm – 10pm
3. Hvala Cafe
Hvala is a well-known cafe in Singapore, aspiring to create a platform for conversations and tea, as well as invigorating your artistic, intellectual and taste buds all at once! With this collaboration, Hvala brings you two amazing sweet potato desserts – Okinawa Sweet Potato Tart ($8.90) and Okinawa Sweet Potato Gelato ($6.90 per scoop)! Hurry down and try them today!
Duration of collaboration: Now till March 31
Outlet: Craig Road
Address: 40 Craig Road, Singapore 089678
Opening Hours: Daily, 12pm — 9.30pm
Outlet: CHIJMES
Address: 30 Victoria Street, #01-04/05, Singapore 187996
Opening Hours: Daily, 12pm — 9.30pm
Outlet: 111 Somerset
Address: 111 Somerset Road, #01-10, Singapore 238164
Opening Hours: Daily, 12pm — 9.30pm
Hurry Down And Try Them All Today!
With an array of amazing cocktails and desserts to choose from, there’s definitely something for everyone to enjoy! Enjoy the refreshing and unique flavours of awamori and other Okinawan ingredients in each amazing creation! What are you waiting for? Hurry down and try them all today!
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