Five Flowers Tea Gin — A Botanical Tribute to Hong Kong
Five Flowers Tea Gin is a distinctive Hong Kong craft gin inspired by one of the city’s most iconic traditional wellness drinks: Five Flowers Herbal Tea. Rooted in centuries of herbal knowledge, this expression transforms a cultural remedy into a refined botanical gin, blending heritage, craftsmanship and modern mixology. Distilled in small batches, it reflects the depth, calm and balance associated with Hong Kong’s historic herbal tea houses.
Inspired by Five Flowers Herbal Tea Tradition
Five Flowers Herbal Tea has long been valued in Hong Kong for its soothing and restorative qualities. Traditionally consumed to rebalance the body, the infusion is made from a carefully selected blend of flowers known for their calming and cooling properties. Two Moons Five Flowers Tea Gin reimagines this heritage through distillation, capturing the essence of the original tea while expressing it in a contemporary gin format.
By translating this traditional beverage into a premium spirit, Two Moons preserves cultural identity while offering a new way to experience familiar flavours. The result is a gin that feels thoughtful, grounded and deeply connected to place.
Created in Collaboration with Antonio Lai
This gin was developed in collaboration with celebrated mixologist Antonio Lai, the creative force behind Quinary, one of Asia’s most influential cocktail bars and a fixture on Asia’s 50 Best Bars list. Known for his innovative approach
to flavour development and sensory storytelling, Antonio Lai helped shape this gin with a focus on balance, subtlety and emotional resonance. His background in modern mixology and deep appreciation for traditional Asian ingredients ensured that the gin remains expressive without becoming overpowering. The collaboration brings together the worlds of craft distillation and high-level cocktail culture, resulting in a spirit designed to be both contemplative and versatile.
Botanical Composition and Floral Character
At the heart of Two Moons Five Flowers Tea Gin lies a carefully curated blend of five traditional flowers, each selected for both flavour and symbolic meaning. Chrysanthemum (guk faa / 菊花) forms the aromatic foundation, lending a soft, calming floral aroma that defines the gin’s identity. Frangipani (gai dan faa / 雞蛋花) introduces gentle sweetness and a creamy floral note, while self-heal (haa fu cho / 夏枯草) contributes herbal depth and subtle bitterness.
Honeysuckle (kum ngan faa / 金銀花) adds a light tangy freshness that lifts the profile, while silk cotton flower (mook meen faa / 木棉花) brings earthiness and structure. Together, these botanicals create a layered, harmonious composition that feels soothing, grounded and elegant rather than bright or aggressive.
Aroma, Palate and Finish
On the nose, the gin opens with a fragrant floral bouquet dominated by chrysanthemum, offering a calm and inviting aroma. On the palate, the floral notes unfold gradually, revealing soft sweetness balanced by herbal undertones. The mouthfeel is smooth and rounded, with each botanical contributing to a sense of depth rather than sharp definition. The finish is long and composed, marked by earthy, tangy floral notes that linger gently without dryness or heat.
This restrained profile makes the gin particularly suited to slow enjoyment, whether sipped neat or enjoyed in minimalist serves.
A Botanical Gin for Contemporary Mixology
While contemplative in nature, Two Moons Five Flowers Tea Gin was also crafted with modern mixology in mind. Its floral complexity and balanced structure allow it to integrate seamlessly into cocktails without overwhelming other ingredients. The gin works especially well in light, spirit-forward drinks and low-intervention serves that highlight botanical nuance. Bartenders value its ability to add depth and aroma while maintaining elegance and clarity.
Its refined profile also makes it an excellent choice for cocktail programs that emphasise storytelling, heritage and ingredient-driven creativity. In this context, the gin functions not only as a base spirit but as a narrative element within the drink.
Reflecting Hong Kong’s Herbal Culture
More than a botanical gin, Two Moons Five Flowers Tea Gin is a reflection of Hong Kong’s herbal traditions and cultural memory. By drawing inspiration from a centuries-old wellness drink, the gin connects past and present through flavour. It captures the atmosphere of traditional herbal tea shops while presenting it in a modern, globally relevant form.
This connection to place and tradition distinguishes the gin from conventional floral gins and positions it as a uniquely Hong Kong expression within the growing Asian craft spirits category.
A Thoughtful and Elegant Craft Gin
Two Moons Five Flowers Tea Gin is designed for drinkers who appreciate nuance, balance and cultural depth. Its floral-forward profile, gentle structure and refined finish make it suitable for both quiet moments and sophisticated cocktail settings. As part of the Two Moons portfolio, it stands as an elegant tribute to heritage, craftsmanship and modern creativity, a botanical gin that honours tradition while embracing contemporary craft.
