Cocktail lovers looking for something beyond the usual martinis and highballs may want to make a stop at DIO Cafe・Bar, as it presents inventive drinks with local botanical liqueur brand Magnolia Lab.
Among its standout creations is the DIOSOY (這不是麥精), a playful cocktail by DIO's Sunny Leung with packaging that appears to be inspired by Hong Kong's iconic bottled soymilk drink. Served in a glass bottle for direct sipping, the drink combines black glutinous wine, oat milk, house-made ginger tea syrup, and Magnolia Lab MAGNOLIA, Magnolia Lab's signature botanical liqueur (ABV 29%) infused with magnolia berries, aged tangerine peel, mulberries, and sandalwood.
Also on the menu is Drunken Chicken (醉雞) by Wing Chan from the DIO team, a savory cocktail that has been a DIO Cafe・Bar signature. The drink mixes Magnolia Lab ROSELLE (ABV 19%) with Shaoxing yellow wine, chili liqueur, Zaolu Superior Pickle Sauce, and chicken essence for a bold interpretation of the classic Chinese drunken chicken dish.
Rooted in its "Mixology x Herbology" philosophy, Magnolia Lab crafts botanical liqueurs infused with premium Chinese herbs sourced from 100 Cabinet. Paired with DIO Cafe・Bar's flair for reimagining familiar flavors through inventive cocktails, the partnership continues to showcase how traditional herbal ingredients can find new life behind the bar.
For adventurous drinkers seeking something distinctly Hong Kong, these drinks may be the next glass (or bottle) to order next. To learn more, check Magnolia Lab's website and Instagram or follow DIO Cafe・Bar on Instagram.
Location:DIO Cafe・Bar, 8 Aberdeen Street, Central, Central District, Hong Kong
