Cocktail Daily — Nightbird | caretakers.cottage, Melbourne

pisco, hibiscus, mango honey, aloe vera, oolong tea (honey)

The Nightbird at caretakers. cottage blends floral brightness and soft tropical sweetness into a silky, tea-driven cocktail. Built on pisco and layered with hibiscus, mango honey, aloe vera, and oolong tea, it reflects the bar’s signature style: elegant, expressive, and quietly complex. Just like the award-winning venue—World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 No.9 and Best Bar in Australasia 2025—this drink balances warmth, creativity, and a comforting old-world charm.

Tasting Notes

Aroma

Bright hibiscus florals up front, softened by gentle honeyed fruit tones and a faint tea warmth.

Palate

Crisp pisco acidity opens the sip, followed by mango honey sweetness and soothing aloe. Hibiscus adds tart lift, while oolong brings a mellow, rounded depth.

Finish

Clean, slightly tannic tea finish with lingering floral sweetness and a smooth, juicy echo from the honey.

Overall

A refined, modern floral-tea cocktail—balanced, refreshing, and quietly sophisticated, perfectly embodying caretakers.cottage’s warm hospitality and thoughtful craftsmanship.

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