Apothecary Unveils Savory and Spicy Twist on Classic Cocktail with Tom Kha-llins
Apothecary, a renowned bar known for its unique elixirs, is making waves once again with its latest creation: the Tom Kha-llins cocktail. This innovative drink is the brainchild of former bartender Kayla McDowell, who wanted to blend food and spirits into one extraordinary concoction. Under the guidance of bar manager Gregory Huston, McDowell’s vision became a reality.
The Tom Kha-llins is a remarkable twist on the classic Tom Collins cocktail. Typically made with gin, lemon juice, sugar, and club soda, this savory interpretation takes the drink to a whole new level. Apothecary’s version features lemongrass-makrut lime gin, tom kha soup, lime, and soda, resulting in a unique blend of flavors.
What sets this cocktail apart is the use of tom kha soup. Not found on Apothecary’s food menu, the soup is specially crafted in the bar’s kitchen solely for this drink. The ingredients include coconut milk, sugar, vegetable stock, fish sauce, gochujang, galangal, and lemongrass. To infuse the gin with a burst of flavor, it is cooked sous-vide at 135 degrees and prepared with makrut lime leaves and lemongrass. The cocktail is then shaken with lime, poured over ice, topped with club soda, and garnished with a button mushroom and Thai basil.
When it comes to taste, the Tom Kha-llins starts with a refreshing citrusy and light flavor. As you savor the drink, it slowly transforms into the exquisite sweetness and depth of the tom kha soup, leaving a lingering, delightful aftertaste. Beware, though, as it does come with a hint of spiciness. According to Huston, the spice level of the cocktail is rated at a modest two out of five.
Apothecary is no stranger to experimentation when it comes to their cocktails. Their ever-changing menu features imaginative creations such as the Pekin Tom, an inventive twist on the old fashioned made with duck confit-washed bourbon, and the Inappropriate Beet Pun, a gin-beet drink topped with a tantalizing goat cheese foam. The team behind Apothecary is constantly pushing boundaries and conceptualizing new additions to surprise and delight their patrons.
If you’re looking to indulge in the Tom Kha-llins, be sure to visit Apothecary soon. With the bar’s dynamic menu, opportunities to experience this savory and spicy cocktail may not last. So, venture into Apothecary and partake in the wonderful world of original concoctions and gastronomic delights that this hidden gem has to offer. Cheers to innovation and the flavor revolution at Apothecary!
