In celebration of World Cocktail Day on May 13, Mercure Maldives Kooddoo has unveiled a new collection of tea-infused cocktails titled The Art of Tea. This exclusive beverage menu was developed in collaboration with Art of Tea, the acclaimed luxury tea company founded by Master Tea Blender and CEO Steve Schwartz.
Blending premium spirits with organic, small-batch teas and tropical ingredients, the new menu is designed to offer guests a refined, multi-sensory drinking experience rooted in tradition and innovation.
Elevating the Cocktail Ritual with Tea-Infused Elegance
Known globally for its commitment to sustainable sourcing and handcrafted blends, Art of Tea has brought its signature approach to Mercure Maldives Kooddoo’s bar scene. While Art of Tea selections are already available throughout the resort during the day, this new cocktail lineup brings a creative twist to how guests experience tea in the evening.
“Tea has the power to transform,” said Steve Schwartz. “At Art of Tea, we’ve always explored the intersection of wellness and ritual. With this cocktail menu at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo, we invite guests to explore the complexity of tea through a whole new lens — where flavor, innovation, and nature meet.”
Infused with natural depth and character, the cocktails highlight a wide range of tasting notes — from citrus and spice to floral, smoky, and minty — pairing effortlessly with crafted syrups and high-quality spirits. The drinks also reflect a growing trend in wellness-conscious mixology, offering both sophistication and refreshment in each pour.
Signature Cocktails from The Art of Tea Menu
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Coco Bloom – A tropical blend of white coconut tea, rum, Malibu, strawberry and coconut syrup, and lemon juice
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Velvet Noir – A decadent mix of dark chocolate peppermint tea, vodka, triple sec, mojito syrup, and lemon
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Sunrise Spiritz – A vibrant medley of Bright Eyed tea, gin, triple sec, lemon juice, and sugar syrup
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Masala Mule – A bold fusion of masala chai tea, Armagnac, triple sec, sugar syrup, and lemon
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Mint Mirage – A cool combination of Pacific Mint tea, beer, blue curaçao, mojito syrup, and lemon
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Grey Royale – A refined blend of Earl Grey tea, whisky, cucumber and mojito syrup, and lemon juice
Whether enjoying Velvet Noir during a sunset view, sipping Coco Bloom beneath island palms, or ending the day with the whisky-based Grey Royale, the cocktail menu invites guests to slow down, reflect, and enjoy an inspired take on island refreshment — all set against the backdrop of the Indian Ocean.
About Art of Tea
Headquartered in Los Angeles, Art of Tea is an award-winning company specializing in handcrafted organic teas and botanicals. Through a vertically integrated approach and direct relationships with tea growers around the world, the brand is known for its quality, innovation, and sustainability. Its blends are featured in luxury hotels, high-end restaurants, and wellness retreats worldwide.