Recipe & Ritual
Don Julio 1942 Year of the Horse 'Lo Hein Golden Moment' Cocktail
Inspired by Singapore's cherished Lunar New Year tradition, Lo Hei, this cocktail featuring Don Julio 1942 Year of the Horse invites you to gather around the table with loved ones, sharing hopes and blessings for the year ahead. With each sip, embrace the joy of togetherness and abundance.
Time to make: 5 minutesServes: 1.6*
Celebrate togetherness with a toast to prosperity
This elegant lunar new year cocktail combines the smooth richness of Don Julio 1942 Year of The Horse with clarified pineapple juice and dry vermouth-infused mandarin peel, creating a harmonious blend that is both refreshing and sophisticated. Carbonated to perfection and served in a nosing or wine glass, it features a frozen mandarin with curry leaf garnish that adds an exotic touch. As you raise your glass in celebration, let this ritual remind you that prosperity is best enjoyed when shared with those who matter most. Cheers to new beginnings and lasting connections this Lunar New Year!
- 1 oz Don Julio 1942
- 2 oz Clarified Pineapple Juice
- 0.6 oz Dry Vermouth-Infused Mandarin Peel
*Approximate serving size is 1.6 servings. Please enjoy responsibly.
- Combine Don Julio 1942 with Clarified Pineapple Juice in a mixing glass, stir gently to keep the liquid clear.
- Transfer the mixture into a carbonation-safe bottle, seal, and carbonate to your desired level.
- Once ready to serve, pour into a nosing or wine glass.
- Add a frozen mandarin with curry leaf, and garnish with infused mandarin peels.
The Ritual
Based on one of Singapore’s most cherished Lunar New Year traditions, Lo Hei is a moment where everyone gathers around one table, tossing their wishes high into the air, laughing, shouting blessings, and sharing hope. It is a ritual that reminds us that prosperity means little without people to share it with.
This cocktail should be served for a group where everyone has a moment to go around and share their wishes and blessings. It is a toast to togetherness, to abundance, and to the simple, powerful joy of starting the year surrounded by people who matter.