Got any vacay plans? Well, if you don’t and are staying home this August but still craving a little escape, we’re bringing the sunshine, the sunsets, and the spirit of vacation straight to your home bar. This month, we’re paying homage to tiki-inspired cocktails with a trio of rum-forward, zero-proof recipes that serve up a taste of paradise. You can learn more about it here.
But this box isn’t just about pretending your backyard is a beach (though we fully support that energy). It’s about experimenting with new flavors, sharpening your mixology skills, and discovering creative, alcohol-free ways to sip something special. So let’s take a peek at what’s inside.
Lyre’s Spiced Cane Spirit
At the heart of this month’s box is a full-size bottle of Lyre’s Spiced Cane Spirit - packed with warm spice and tropical notes. It captures the essence of dark rum with contemporary layers of caramel, sugar cane, vanilla, and toasted spice. It’s deliciously versatile and the base of two of our delicious mocktails.
Lyre’s Dark & Spicy
We’ve also included two cans of Lyre’s ready-to-drink Dark & Spicy. This zingy blend brings together Lyre’s rum alternative, fiery ginger beer, and zesty lime. Think tart citrus, spicy ginger, a touch of toffee, and a whisper of toasted nuts. Pour over ice in a highball glass, garnish with a lime wheel, and enjoy. Yes, it’s as simple as that!
Big Heart Tea Co. Matcha
This month’s boldest drink starts with a matcha base from Big Heart Tea. Grown by the Mukoujima family in Japan since 1982, this certified organic, spring-harvested, single-serve matcha is as rich in history as it is in flavor. We love it for its vibrant green color and earthy depth - it’s the unexpected twist you didn’t know you needed in a mocktail.
To Round Out the Flavor…
We’ve also packed in pineapple juice, lime juice, creamy coconut, and garnishes like cinnamon sticks from Sacred Heart Plant Co. To top things off, we’ve included a classic cocktail umbrellas for a playful finishing touch - and a set of matches if you want to add a little cinnamon smoke to your creations.
Beyond the Box
With a full-size bottle of Lyre’s, the fun doesn’t stop here. Use it to mix up a banana daiquiri, a dark & stormy, a Mai Tai, or even a salted caramel espresso martini. Whether your taste leans tropical or dessert-y, this bottle’s got range.
Community Shoutout
This month, we turned to our Facebook group to help name one of our drinks - the bold green matcha-based mocktail. The winning name (revealed in your recipe card!) earned its creator an extra box to enjoy with friends. We love shaking things up with you all. Join our lovely community here and be kept in the loop for when we do this again!
Try Something New This Month
This box is about stepping outside your usual flavor zone and embracing the creativity of zero-proof mixology. We’ll be shaking, experimenting, maybe even burning things (safely, of course) - and we hope it inspires you to play, learn, and sip something new.
Check out the full playlist we curated to set the mood.
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