Angelica Sinensis
Used for thousands of years for the treatment of a variety of blood-related ailments.
Black ginger
Traditionally, the ‘fountain of youth,’ black ginger, has been used to boost the body’s metabolism among many other things.
Burdock root
Burdock root has been used for centuries in holistic medicine as a blood purifier and digestive aid.
Cardamom
One of the world’s most ancient spices, cardamom is high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.
Chicory root
Chicory root belongs to the dandelion family and comes from a plant with bright blue flowers.
Cinchona Bark
Today cinchona is used for increasing appetite, promoting the release of digestive juices, and other stomach problems.
Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus was first used by Australian Aborigines, who chewed the roots for water and used the leaves as a remedy for fevers.
Fennel
Fennel—high in potassium, fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin B6—is a perennial herb that belongs to the carrot family.
Ginger root
Its peppery flavor and pungent aroma means ginger is a popular addition to cooking, but it’s also popular in drinks
Meshima Mushroom
Due to its myriad health benefits, meshima mushrooms are often enjoyed as a tea, to ward against common ailments.
Pomegranate molasses
Known for its rich vitamin C content and anti-inflammatory properties pomegranate is believed to help fight against cancer.
Reishi Mushroom
It’s believed to boost libido and cognitive function, and lends a bitter, bark-like taste to Rasasvada decoctions.
Roasted dandelion root
Dandelion has been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese and Arabian medicine.
Saffron
Available year round, this labor-intensive crop is still perceived as precious: its crocus only produces three stigmas.
Sarsaparilla Root
The root of sarsaparilla has many beneficial phytochemicals that have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and joint healing effects.
Solomon’s Seal root
Solomon’s Seal has been used as a nutritive for musculoskeletal support and strengthens the entire system by reducing inflammation.
Turkish Rhubarb
Turkish Rhubarb is often used as an ingredient in laxatives due to its strong digestive properties.
Turmeric Root
Turmeric has been used as medicine in places like India for centuries to aid in liver functioning, treat chronic inflammatory disorders, and slow the aging process.
All the sensual, slow enjoyment of your guilty pleasure, but with calming awakenings. Black Ginger was traditionally used to promote healthy libido and physical prowess. A myriad of other ingredients including mushrooms and adaptogens support overall health and vitality. Add a shot to your favorite cocktail, smoothie or coffee. Get creative with your own spritzer or mocktail or check out our recipes below.
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Reishi Mushroom
It’s believed to boost libido and cognitive function, and lends a bitter, bark-like taste to Rasasvada decoctions.
Meshima Mushroom
Due to its myriad health benefits, meshima mushrooms are often enjoyed as a tea, to ward against common ailments.
Cardamom
One of the world’s most ancient spices, cardamom is high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.
Black ginger
Traditionally, the ‘fountain of youth,’ black ginger, has been used to boost the body’s metabolism among many other things.
Solomon’s Seal root
Solomon’s Seal has been used as a nutritive for musculoskeletal support and strengthens the entire system by reducing inflammation.
Recipes for Present Times
Rasasvada is for experimentation and play - on your terms. A new ritual in the making. On its own. In cocktails. With alcohol. Or not. Whenever your spirit needs restoring.
Aphrodite
This highly aromatic cocktail has a floral, herbaceous and tangy scent on the nose with tart, fruity flavors from mango, citrus, and guava.
Black Ginger Flip
Created by Will Pasternak, Hawksmoor, 2022 Rich and decadent. Bitter chicory and coffee notes with a creamy caramel finish.
Black Spritz
Ginger—an inimitable flavor that’s at once zesty, hot, and slightly woody—combines with top notes of lemon for a refreshing take on the traditional spritz.
Coquito Oscuro
Rich and creamy coconut with layers of bitter baking spice. The perfect vegan replacement for your Holiday Egg Nog tradition.
Eventide Buck
Spicy ginger combines with the rich molasses and chicory notes of Black Ginger. This refreshing buck tips its cap to a classic Dark n Stormy.
First Mate
Double hits of spicy ginger are mellowed by the sweetness of tonic water, and the comforting sweet-sour hit of a lemon squeeze.
Havana Harbor
Bold and effervescent notes of vanilla, cinnamon, and citrus. Black Ginger's deep herbal complexity perfectly complement the classic flavors of American cola.
Heels To Jesus
A play on the espresso martini and the Shakerato, this cocktail heightens the best of each. Black Ginger enriches the bitterness of coffee, while lemon enlivens the citrus notes.
Mistaken Identity
A sophisticated slow-sipper. Earthy notes of chocolate and smoke are accompanied by a warming heat from chili peppers.
Peppery Saint
Hits of black pepper are awakened by macadamia milk—creamy and nutty—and rounded out by earthy turmeric and the honeyed taste of agave nectar.
Picasso's Mistress
The concentrated sweet-sour syrup of pomegranate molasses encounters citrus notes, a hint of aniseed, and bitter, spicy undertones of black ginger and wormwood.
Queen's Rasasvada
By Natasha Bermudez, Llama Inn and Llama San, 2022 Flavors of exotic fruit and baking spice accompany Black Ginger’s deep and earthy notes, evoking the idea of a tropical getaway.
Rasasvada Sour
An eternal classic. Refreshing, with round, complex flavors that oscillate from bitter to creamy, the Rasasvada Sour has a silky, foam texture on top, courtesy of egg white.
Recovery Elixir
Deep and grounding, Black Ginger's baking spice and cocoa are layered atop round vegetal notes finished with bright acidity.
Vitality Colada
Bitter and cooling play on the classic Piña Colada. Tropical and creamy with a complex herbal finish.
Aphrodite
best for: Evening
tasting notes:
This highly aromatic cocktail has a floral, herbaceous and tangy scent on the nose with tart, fruity flavors from mango, citrus, and guava.
Black Ginger Flip
best for: Morning, Evening
tasting notes:
Created by Will Pasternak, Hawksmoor, 2022 Rich and decadent. Bitter chicory and coffee notes with a creamy caramel finish.
Black Spritz
best for: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
tasting notes:
Ginger—an inimitable flavor that’s at once zesty, hot, and slightly woody—combines with top notes of lemon for a refreshing take on the traditional spritz.
Coquito Oscuro
best for: Morning, Evening
tasting notes:
Rich and creamy coconut with layers of bitter baking spice. The perfect vegan replacement for your Holiday Egg Nog tradition.
Eventide Buck
best for: Afternoon, Evening
tasting notes:
Spicy ginger combines with the rich molasses and chicory notes of Black Ginger. This refreshing buck tips its cap to a classic Dark n Stormy.
First Mate
best for: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
tasting notes:
Double hits of spicy ginger are mellowed by the sweetness of tonic water, and the comforting sweet-sour hit of a lemon squeeze.
Havana Harbor
best for: Afternoon, Evening
tasting notes:
Bold and effervescent notes of vanilla, cinnamon, and citrus. Black Ginger's deep herbal complexity perfectly complement the classic flavors of American cola.
Heels To Jesus
best for: Morning, Evening
tasting notes:
A play on the espresso martini and the Shakerato, this cocktail heightens the best of each. Black Ginger enriches the bitterness of coffee, while lemon enlivens the citrus notes.
Mistaken Identity
best for: Evening
tasting notes:
A sophisticated slow-sipper. Earthy notes of chocolate and smoke are accompanied by a warming heat from chili peppers.
Peppery Saint
best for: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
tasting notes:
Hits of black pepper are awakened by macadamia milk—creamy and nutty—and rounded out by earthy turmeric and the honeyed taste of agave nectar.
Picasso's Mistress
best for: Afternoon, Evening
tasting notes:
The concentrated sweet-sour syrup of pomegranate molasses encounters citrus notes, a hint of aniseed, and bitter, spicy undertones of black ginger and wormwood.
Queen's Rasasvada
best for: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
tasting notes:
By Natasha Bermudez, Llama Inn and Llama San, 2022 Flavors of exotic fruit and baking spice accompany Black Ginger’s deep and earthy notes, evoking the idea of a tropical getaway.
Rasasvada Sour
best for: Evening
tasting notes:
An eternal classic. Refreshing, with round, complex flavors that oscillate from bitter to creamy, the Rasasvada Sour has a silky, foam texture on top, courtesy of egg white.
Recovery Elixir
best for: Morning, Afternoon
tasting notes:
Deep and grounding, Black Ginger's baking spice and cocoa are layered atop round vegetal notes finished with bright acidity.
Vitality Colada
best for: Morning, Afternoon, Evening
tasting notes:
Bitter and cooling play on the classic Piña Colada. Tropical and creamy with a complex herbal finish.