Recipes

Hojicha

    1. Prepare hot Infusion to taste:

      • pour 160 ml of 90°C water over the tea

      • steep for 1-5 minutes (to taste)

      • strain leaves and transfer liquid to a small glass or pitcher

    2. Add ½ cup of ice

    3. Flavour w/ 2 tbsp of lemon or lime juice & Nikita bitters

    4. Sweeten to taste with maple syrup or honey

    5. Add a slice of citrus to garnish

      Stir and enjoy your refreshing Hojicha Iced Tea!

  • Ingredients:

    • 2-3 tablespoon Nikita Hojicha

    • 1/2 cup water

    • 1/2 cup milk (dairy, almond, soy, etc.)

    • 1-2 tablespoons sweetener (honey, sugar, maple syrup) if desired

    Instructions:

    1. Boil the water and steep the hojicha tea for 8-10 minutes, strain tea leaves

    2. In a separate pan, heat the milk until it's hot but not boiling (~65°C)

    3. Whisk or froth

    4. Combine the steeped hojicha tea and hot frothed milk

      Sweeten to taste and enjoy your Hojicha Latte!

  • This virgin mojito swaps out the rum for Nikita Hojicha tea to give an ideal balance of sweetness, tartness, and bitterness.

    Ingredients:

    • 3 tablespoons (8 g) of Nikita Hojicha

    • ⅔ cup filtered water

    • 1 teaspoon maple syrup (or honey)

    • 5-10 mint leaves (to taste)

    • ½ lime

    • ½ cup ice

    • 75 ml soda water

    Instructions:

    1. Add 8 g of Nikita Hojicha into a tea strainer, gaiwan, or kyusu

    2. Add 175 ml of 95°C filtered water

    3. Steep for 1-5 minutes (to taste)

    4. Transfer the prepared infusion into a small container.

      *The infusion is set aside to cool, while fresh mint leaves and lime wedges are added into a glass and muddled

    5. Add 1 teaspoon of maple syrup or honey

    6. Add mint leaves to a glass

    7. Cut a ½ a lime into slices or wedges, and add into the glass.

    8. Lightly mash the mint and lime with a muddler or pestle to release the fresh fragrance and flavor

    9. Add ½ cup of ice into the glass

    10. Pour the hojicha from the container into the glass.

    11. Top with 75 ml of soda water

    12. Garnish with a sprig of mint

    Stir and enjoy your refreshing hojicha mojito!

  • Our take on the classic whiskey sour makes use of Nikita Hojicha tea, Canadian Rye Whiskey, and Nikita Northern Lights bitters to give an ideal balance of sweetness, tartness, and bitterness.

    Ingredients:

    • 1 ½ oz Rye Whiskey

    • 1 oz Nikita Hojicha tea infusion (see previous recipes for infusion instructions)

    • ⅔ egg whites

    • ⅓ oz maple syrup

    • 1 oz lemon juice

    • 75 ml soda water

    • 1 dropper of Nikita Northern Lights bitter

    Instructions:

    1. Add all ingredients in a cocktail shaker

    2. Shake for 3 seconds

    3. Add ice to cocktail shaker

    4. Shake for 10 seconds

    5. Strain into short /sazerac/coupe glass

    6. Garnish with Nikita Northern Lights bitter and a dusting of Nikita Hojicha

    Sit back and enjoy your refreshing hojicha whiskey sour!

Chaga

    1. Prepare hot Infusion to taste:

      • add 5 g of Nikita Chaga to 175 ml of 95°C water

      • infuse for 5-10 mins (to taste)

      • strain chaga and transfer liquid to a small glass

    2. Add 1/2 cup of soda or tonic and ice in glass

    3. Flavour w/ 2 tablespoons of lemon or lime juice & Nikita Bitters

      (optional - sweeten to taste with maple syrup or honey)

    4. Pour chaga infusion over ice and stir

    Enjoy your Chilled Chaga Soda/Tonic!

  • Swap out your coffee espresso sunrise for this caffeine free alternative. Give yourself a calming jolt while you wait for that morning cortisol spike to drop.

    Ingredients:

    • 1/2 cup ice

    • 1/2 cup orange juice (ideally freshly squeezed)

    • 1 tablespoon Nikita Chaga

    • 75 ml filtered water

    • Optional: orange slice

    Instructions:

    1. pare hot Infusion to taste:

      • add 5 g of Nikita Chaga to 150 ml of 95°C water

      • simmer for 30-60 mins

      • strain chaga and transfer liquid to a small glass

    2. Add 1/2 cup of ice and 1/2 cup orange juice to a glass

    3. Pour the chaga infusion onto the orange juice

    4. Optional: garnish with an orange slice

    Stir and enjoy your morning!

Yerba Mate

    1. Prepare hot Infusion to taste:

      • add 8 g of Nikita Yerba Mate to a tea strainer of your choice

      • pour 160 ml of 95°C water over the tea

      • steep for 5-10 minutes (to taste)

      • strain leaves and transfer liquid to a small glass or pitcher

    2. Add ice

    3. Flavour with pineapple juice (1:3 ratio) & Nikita Bitters

    4. Stir

      Enjoy tour Tropical Iced Yerba Mate!

      ** any tropical fruit juice will do

  • Espresso tonic is a versatile drink, and you can adjust the sweetness and strength of the espresso to suit your preferences. It's a great pick-me-up on a warm day or a refreshing alternative to traditional coffee.

    Equipment Required:

    • Espresso machine, aeropress, or equivalent devices

    • Spice/coffee blade mill

    Ingredients:

    • 1 shot of Nikita Yerba Mate espresso (hot or cold)

    • 1/2 cup tonic water (chilled)

    • Ice cubes

    • Lemon or lime wedge (optional, for garnish)

    • Maple syrup or sweetener of your choice (optional, to taste)

    Instructions:

    1. Prepare powdered yerba mate:

      measure 2-3 tablespoons of Nikita Yerba Mate depending on taste or size of portafilter.

      Place in spice mill and grind to a fine powder.

    2. Brew Espresso:

      infuse a shot of yerba mate espresso using an espresso machine. You can also use a stovetop espresso maker (Moka pot), an Aeropress or equivalent device for preparing an “espresso-like” infusion.

    3. Chill Espresso:

      while you prepare the rest of the drink, allow the shot of espresso to cool to room temperature or place it in the refrigerator to chill

    4. Prepare a Glass:

      fill a high-ball glass with ice cubes. The glass should be large enough to accommodate the espresso shot and tonic water

    5. Pour the chilled tonic water into the glass over the ice.

    6. Sweeten (optional):

      add maple syrup, or your preferred sweetener if you'd like a sweeter drink. Start with a small amount and adjust to your taste

    7. Add Citrus (optional):

      add a dash of citrus juice for some freshness

    8. Add Espresso:

      slowly pour the shot of espresso over the ice in the glass. If you prefer a stronger flavor, you can add two shots of espresso

    The espresso will create a beautiful layered effect.

    Garnish (Optional):

    For an extra touch of flavor and presentation, you can garnish your espresso tonic with a lemon or lime wedge. A citrus twist adds a pleasant aroma to the drink.

    Stir:

    use a long spoon or stirring stick to gently stir the espresso and tonic water together.

    Serve Immediately:

    your espresso tonic is ready to enjoy! Sip slowly and savour the unique combination of flavours.

Northern Lights Bitter

    1. Shake Nikita dropper bottle well

    2. Mix soda & ice in your favourite glass

    3. Add juice of 1/2 lemon or lime

    4. Add 3-4 droppers full of Nikita Northern Lights Bitter

    Stir and let your stomach relax!

  • Ingredients:

    1 ounce of apple cider vinegar (raw, unfiltered, with the "mother" if possible)

    1/2 to 1 cup of water (to dilute the vinegar)

    Nikita Northern Lights Bitter

    Instructions:

    1. Measure 1 ounce of apple cider vinegar (it's essential to use raw, unfiltered as it contains beneficial enzymes and probiotics)

    2. Dilute the apple cider vinegar with 1/2 to 1 cup of water (to taste)

    3. Add Nikita Northern Lights Bitter (to taste)

    4. Use a spoon to stir the mixture thoroughly

    5. Take the Shot: Drink the apple cider vinegar shot quickly (as a shot)

    6. Rinse your mouth - it's a good idea to rinse your mouth with plain water to help protect your tooth enamel from the acidity of the vinegar

      *Many people consume apple cider vinegar shots in the morning or before meals to potentially aid digestion or boost metabolism

      Apple cider vinegar is highly acidic, so it's crucial to dilute it with water before consuming it as a shot. Drinking undiluted apple cider vinegar can be harsh on your teeth and esophagus.

      Additionally, individual tolerance to vinegar varies, and some people may experience digestive discomfort or irritation. Start with a smaller amount and gradually increase it to see how your body reacts.

      If you have specific health concerns or are taking medications, it's advisable to consult with a healthcare professional before incorporating vinegar shots into your routine to ensure they are safe and suitable for you.

  • This lovely beer infused cocktail was developed by the very talented cocktail makers of North Vancouver, BC - @W3lltended

    Ingredients:

    • 2 ounces of tequila blanco

    • 5 sage leaves

    • 1/2 fresh lime

    • 1 ounce water

    • 8-10 ounces cold light lager

    • Nikita Northern Lights Bitter

    Instructions:

    1. Measure 2 oz of chilled tequila blanco

    2. Pour tequila into your favourite glass

    3. Add 1 oz of chilled water

    4. Add 1/2 of a lime

    5. Add sage leaves to glass and muddle gently to release the volatile aromas from the leaves

    6. Add 8-10 drops of Nikita Northern Lights Bitter

    7. Add 8-10 oz of ice cold light lager

    Sip and enjoy this specially curated, delightfully refreshing, cocktail by W3lltended!

  • This lavender infused cocktail is another creation by the cocktail makers of North Vancouver, BC - @W3lltended

    Ingredients:

    Instructions:

    1. Firstly, prepare lavender simple syrup:

      • add 1 cup water + 1 cup white sugar + 4 tbsp dried lavender (food grade) to a sauce pan

      • simmer for 10 mins

      • strain and refrigerate

    2. Measure 1.5 oz of chilled gin

    3. Pour gin into cocktail shaker with ice

    4. Add 1/2 Oz of Lillet to shaker

    5. Add juice from 1/2 lemon to shaker

    6. Add 1/2 Oz of lavender syrup to shaker

    7. Add 8-10 drops of Nikita Northern Lights Bitter to shaker

    8. Shake

    9. Pour into your favourite glass and garnish with some lavender

    Sip and enjoy this specially curated, delightfully refreshing, cocktail by W3lltended!