Hong Kong’s cocktail scene is renowned worldwide for its creativity and innovation. Beyond the city’s chic bars and hidden speakeasies lies an emerging trend that brings professional mixology into your very own home—the DIY cocktail kit. Crafted by some of Hong Kong’s top bartenders, these kits offer enthusiasts everything they need to craft high-quality cocktails with ease.
At the forefront is COA’s La Paloma de Oaxaca DIY Kit, designed by Jay Khan, co-founder of COA (Asia’s Best Bar 2021). This kit invites you to recreate COA’s signature cocktail—a refreshing and smoky concoction. You’ll find premium tequila, mezcal, worm salt, grapefruit soda, fresh lime, and grapefruit—all essential components for perfecting this drink at home. Serving six guests, the kit is an excellent option for hosting gatherings with a touch of sophistication.
Meanwhile, Homeshake DIY Cocktail Kits bring creativity to your countertop with their unique flavors like Aurora (tropical fruit) and Pillow Talk (mint chocolate). Each kit contains pre-measured ingredients stored in glass test tubes, ensuring precision and ease. Perfect for intimate settings, each kit serves two cocktails, making them ideal for date nights or small parties.
For those who appreciate classics with a twist, Marco Polo Hotels’ DIY Cocktail Kits offer an impressive array of ten cocktails, including the ever-popular Sex on the Beach and Old Fashioned. The kits come complete with video tutorials to guide even novice mixologists. A cocktail shaker is included for larger orders, enhancing your home bar experience.
Innovation continues with Crew Cocktail Infusion Kits, which focus on infusing spirits using pre-measured dried fruits and herbs. These versatile kits cater to adventurous palates eager to explore flavors like Sangria or Whiskey Smash. With a reusable bottle design, you’re encouraged to experiment continuously, creating personalized infusions.
Despite being based outside Hong Kong, Shaker & Spoon Cocktail Kits earn high praise from local mixologists for their creativity and quality. Each kit centers around a specific spirit and includes all necessary components—syrups, bitters, garnishes—to craft twelve unique cocktails. This makes it an attractive choice for those looking to expand their cocktail repertoire.
SaloonBox Cocktail Kits, available through subscription, provide the convenience of receiving curated kits directly at your doorstep. Each kit includes premium spirits and mixers, along with recipe cards crafted by real bartenders, ensuring you deliver top-notch cocktails every time. Ideal for small gatherings, each kit serves four drinks.
For Old Fashioned aficionados, The Mixologer’s Ultimate Old Fashioned Box is a must-have. It features eight unique craft spirits, demerara syrup, bitters, and organic orange juice to explore various interpretations of this timeless cocktail.
If Moscow Mules are your preference, the American Cocktail Club’s American Mule Kit delivers with Tito’s Handmade Vodka and organic ginger juice. Perfect for beginners, it comes complete with detailed instructions to make four delicious mules effortlessly.
For those hosting larger gatherings, Crafted Taste’s El Diablo Cocktail Kit offers everything needed to produce 12-16 cocktails. The kit includes full-sized mixers and spirits, providing options for both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions to cater to all guests.
Lastly, if brunch is your favorite time of day, the Bardega Cocktail Club’s Poppin’ Bottles Kit ensures your morning starts with a sparkle. With syrups and mixers ready for crafting sparkling wine cocktails like Bubbles All Day or Victory Punch, this kit serves up to twelve drinks—ideal for lively brunches.
These DIY cocktail kits not only bring the art of mixology into your home but also offer an opportunity to experiment and personalize each drink. Following instructions from recipe cards or video tutorials can enhance the experience further. Moreover, these kits serve as fantastic gift ideas for cocktail enthusiasts or party-goers looking to impress their guests. Whether you’re a beginner eager to try crafting cocktails or a seasoned mixologist seeking new inspirations, there’s a DIY kit catering to every taste and occasion in Hong Kong’s vibrant mixology scene.
