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Fidjrossé
"Where the soul finds pleasure" ("Où l'âme trouve du plaisir" in Fon), Fidjrossé carries you between softness and boldness. Tambour Original Arrangé, a vibrant heritage of Benin, unites with freshly pressed watermelon juice for a fruity, sun-kissed base. Mint brings a lively freshness, while ginger slips in a spicy note that awakens the senses. Served with glistening ice cubes, Fidjrossé is the perfect companion for sunlit afternoons or evenings shared around a bonfire. A harmony that celebrates the art of savoring the moment, in true Beninese style.
Tambour Sidecar
Inspired by a mixology classic, this reimagined cocktail embodies the artisanal craft of Sodabi. The robust strength of Tambour Original, patiently distilled, melds with triple sec for a velvety roundness, while yellow lemon adds a refined touch of acidity. The sugar-rimmed glass, like a whispered sweetness, evokes the vibrant markets of Cotonou where spices and laughter intertwine. To be enjoyed as an aperitif, this Sidecar pays homage to the balance between tradition and modernity.
Heviosso
For intrepid souls, this cocktail embodies Benin’s daring spirit. Tambour Original Pur, with its earthy and powerful profile, engages in a fiery dialogue with Campari’s alluring bitterness, while habanero syrup ignites a burst of heat reminiscent of Abomey’s spice-laden markets. A drop of sugar on the surface softens the blend like a sunset after a scorching day. Served in a stemmed glass, this mix is an ode to those who defy conventions.
Tambour Bird
Born from the imagination of @thehomemixologist, this cocktail invites you to explore contrasts. Campari, with its sophisticated bitterness, meets juicy pineapple and zesty lime, while Tambour Arrangé adds a woody, spiced depth. Crushed ice mimics the rhythmic crash of waves on Grand-Popo’s shores, and a maraschino cherry, delicately placed, crowns the journey with a sweet flourish. To be savored slowly—toes in the sand or eyes fixed on the horizon.
Fêtcha Wè
Sparkling, fruity, and unapologetically festive, this cocktail embodies the infectious joy of Beninese celebrations. Alsace crémant, effervescent and light, joins forces with Tambour Original Pur for an unexpected alliance between Europe and Africa, while peach liqueur adds a velvety embrace. Perfect for toasts among friends or family feasts, Fêtcha Wè promises carefree moments where every bubble whispers a tale of togetherness.
Panafrique
A royal union of two continental jewels: Tambour Arrangé, Benin’s pride with its vanilla-kissed notes, and Amarula, the silky South African liqueur crafted from the marula fruit. This creamy cocktail, chilled to perfection, evokes golden savannas and starlit nights. Its velvety texture and aromas of caramel and warm spices make it an exceptional digestif, best savored by the fireside, under the spell of ancestral tales.
Caméléon
Like Northern Benin’s landscapes shifting from savannah to lush forests, this cocktail surprises with bold transitions. Ripe mango and orange juice lead with a tropical flourish, before Cointreau and Tambour Pur introduce a spiced complexity. The grand finale? A pinch of salt and chili, a playful nod to Porto-Novo’s markets, where daring flavors reign supreme. Served in a frost-rimmed glass, it’s a three-act sensory journey for the palate.
Apple Toddy
Inspired by European traditions yet reinvented with Benin’s soul, this comforting cocktail blends apple cider, golden honey, and Tambour Arrangé, warmed by smoldering spices. Cinnamon and clove evoke the bustling stalls of Dantokpa’s herb vendors, while a caramelized apple garnish adds a decadent flourish. Perfect for crisp evenings or nostalgic gatherings, it’s a liquid embrace bridging continents.
Hangbé
A sensory journey into the heart of Benin’s tropical forests, where lemongrass and coconut milk reign supreme. Tambour Arrangé, subtle and vanilla-kissed, melds seamlessly into this velvety texture, while cane syrup lends a comforting sweetness. Served with ice and a lemongrass stalk as its final flourish, this cocktail evokes ancestral rituals and nights alive with whispered vitality. A meditative experience, best savored with eyes closed.
African queen
Our reimagined mojito, where cucumber lends a crisp mineral edge and mint delivers vibrant freshness. Tambour Arrangé, with its woody undertones, adds unexpected depth, while cane syrup sweetens the blend like a harmonious melody. Ideal for terrace lounging or waterside moments, this cocktail is an ode to refined simplicity, much like wax fabrics swaying in the wind, alive with color and rhythm.
Tambour Eggnog
This velvety cocktail, rooted in North American tradition yet reimagined with Tambour Arrangé, is a celebration of generosity. Whipped eggs, creamy milk, and vanilla meld into a silken texture, elevated by cinnamon and nutmeg’s warm embrace. Sodabi adds a daring twist, echoing the New Year’s revelry of Cotonou, where laughter dances beneath twinkling garlands. Serve in terracotta mugs for an earthy, authentic flourish, a tribute to heritage in every sip
Lemonade Drum
Rediscover this timeless classic, elevated by a touch of Tambour Arrangé. Hand-pressed yellow lemon delivers a bright, zesty acidity, harmonized by simple syrup and the lively sparkle of soda water. Sodabi, subtle yet ever-present, adds a resonant depth reminiscent of sun-drenched citrus groves in Southern Benin. Poured into a glass pitcher brimming with ice and ruby-red berries, this cocktail is the ultimate ally for leisurely family lunches or picnics under the shade of mango trees, where every sip tastes like sunshine shared.
Tambour Mai Tai
A cocktail that defies borders, marrying Tambour’s boldness with the exotic allure of orgeat and habanero’s fiery kick. Juicy pineapple and zesty lime bring a burst of tropical freshness, while Cointreau and Peychaud’s bitters weave layers of intrigue. Garnished with a hibiscus bloom, this reimagined Mai Tai is a voyage for the senses, much like the explorers of old charting uncharted waters. For the curious, the dreamers, and the endlessly curious.