A new cocktail experience puts X by Glenmorangie and Volcan De Mi Tierra in the spotlight.
Jakarta’s cocktail scene continues to evolve as premium spirits take on a greater role in shaping bar programmes across the city. Rather than relying solely on classic recipes, hotels and bars are working closely with distilleries to create collections that celebrate the character of individual labels. Among the latest are X by Glenmorangie and Volcan De Mi Tierra, two spirits now featured in dedicated programmes at 25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird and Hause Rooftop. Each collaboration highlights how carefully selected ingredients and thoughtful development can reveal different dimensions of a spirit while offering guests a more engaging drinking experience.
Developed specifically for mixing, X by Glenmorangie is a single malt whisky created to perform exceptionally well in cocktails while retaining the signature characteristics of the Scottish Highland distillery. Notes of vanilla, orchard fruits, citrus, and gentle spice make up its rounded profile that adapts naturally to both classic serves and contemporary creations. Designed with versatility in mind, it offers bartenders greater freedom to experiment while ensuring the whisky’s distinctive identity remains recognisable in every pour.
At 25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird, X by Glenmorangie forms the foundation of an exclusive cocktail collection, with each drink designed to highlight the whisky rather than disguise it. The recipes incorporate ingredients carefully balanced to complement the flavour profile of this single malt in a fresh, approachable format while preserving its distinctive identity. The result is a menu that demonstrates how whisky can remain expressive even in modern cocktail interpretations, introducing guests to flavour combinations that feel familiar yet distinctive.
A different flavour profile takes centre stage with Volcan De Mi Tierra, a premium tequila produced from 100 per cent Blue Weber agave grown across the highlands and lowlands of Jalisco, Mexico. Bright citrus notes, herbal aromas, and subtle minerality create a balanced spirit that lends itself to a wide range of cocktail styles without losing its natural character. Combination agave from two distinct growing regions adds depth and complexity, giving bartenders an adaptable foundation for both refreshing and spirit-forward cocktails.
Hause Rooftop has built its latest cocktail programme around Volcan De Mi Tierra, exploring the tequila’s versatility through contemporary mixology techniques. Each cocktail is designed to emphasise the spirit’s complexity, allowing its fresh, layered profile to remain the focal point. Complemented by the rooftop’s panoramic views of Jakarta, the cocktails present tequila in a contemporary setting while remaining true to its distinctive qualities.
Together, these collaborations reflect a wider direction within Jakarta’s hospitality industry, where distinctive labels are increasingly showcased through signature cocktail collections instead of conventional pours. X by Glenmorangie and Volcan De Mi Tierra demonstrate how the base spirit can define the character of every cocktail, revealing new dimensions of flavour while remaining true to their individual identities.
Exquisite Taste Volume 52
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