Mothaiba pandan vodka infuses your martini with Asian botanicals

Mothaiba pandan vodka could reply your longing for the right crisp vodka martini – very best to toast success, knowledge and success within the upcoming Yr of the Wooden Dragon (additionally see Lunar New Yr equipment on your celebration). Mothaiba’s founder Liliane Nguyan, a Vietnam-born former inside designer, had simply such a craving when she was impressed to craft a flavourful spirit for ‘adventurous and inquisitive drinkers’. 

The inspiration got here from UK-based Nguyen pining for nostalgic comforts. ‘I missed the flavours I grew up with in childhood, however I solely ever noticed them showcased in conventional varieties, reminiscent of confectionery,’ says Nguyen. ’I needed to reinterpret these flavours however in a extra grown-up style, a refined spirit. And I needed a martini.’

Mothaiba pandan vodka for a martini with a twist

Nguyen used British grain vodka redistilled by a small household distiller utilizing recent pandan leaves imported from Vietnam. The result’s a neatly packaged, fine-tuned spirit that flirts with the style buds.

Mothaiba – named after the expression ‘Mot Hai Ba!’ that individuals exclaim earlier than a toast in Vietnam – can also be infused with makrut lime leaves, lime zest and ginger to create a crisp and refreshing flavour.

Nguyen notes, ‘Though it’s distilled with 4 botanicals, the primary focus of the vodka is pandan. On the nostril, it has a really earthy, biscuit-y be aware, with a robust recent pandan odor. The citrus leaves and zest assist to provide the flavour profile a carry however aren’t heavy sufficient to overshadow the pandan.’