In celebration of World Cocktail Day (May 13), Mercure Maldives Kooddoo has introduced ‘The Art of Tea’, a curated menu of tea-infused cocktails crafted in partnership with Art of Tea, the award winning luxury tea brand founded by renowned Master Tea Blender and CEO Steve Schwartz.

This exclusive menu brings together organic small-batch teas with premium spirits and island-inspired ingredients offering guests a slow, sensory cocktail experience.

A New Dimension of Cocktails: Flavour Meets Ritual

Art of Tea is internationally recognised for its commitment to organic sourcing, sustainable practices, and hand-blended selections that reflect both ancient tradition and modern wellness. While its teas are served throughout the day at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo, the cocktail collection adds a new layer of discovery.

“At Art of Tea, we believe in the transformative power of tea. Bringing our handcrafted blends into the cocktail experience at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo is an invitation for guests to explore tea in a new, sensory way — where tradition meets innovation in every sip,” said Steve Schwartz, Founder and Master Tea Blender at Art of Tea.

Tea-based cocktails are not just a twist — they’re a transformation. The inclusion of tea introduces natural complexity, depth of flavour, and subtle health benefits, making these drinks both sophisticated and refreshing. Each blend offers unique notes,  from floral to smoky, spicy to citrusy, balancing seamlessly with spirits and house-made syrups.

Featured Cocktails from The Art of Tea Menu

• Coco Bloom – White coconut tea, rum, Malibu, coconut and strawberry syrup, lemon juice
• Velvet Noir – Dark chocolate peppermint tea, vodka, triple sec, mojito syrup, lemon
• Sunrise Spiritz – Bright Eyed tea, gin, triple sec, lemon juice, sugar syrup
• Masala Mule – Masala chai tea, Armagnac, triple sec, sugar syrup, lemon
• Mint Mirage – Pacific Mint tea, beer, blue curaçao, mojito syrup, lemon
• Grey Royale – Earl Grey tea, whisky, cucumber and mojito syrup, lemon juice

Whether you’re sipping Velvet Noir at sunset, enjoying a Coco Bloom under the palms, or winding down the day with Earl Grey and whisky, The Art of Tea menu offers an elegant way to pause, reflect, and taste something new , all with the Indian Ocean as your backdrop.