12 flavors
of the year
Time moves in cycles, and each month leaves its unique mark. Brand Bar Manager Daniil Leman captured the magic of time and transformed it into 12 signature cocktails inspired by seasonal ingredients and their finest expressions.
THE WATER LILY GLASS
Some cocktails are served in the signature 'Water Lily' glass, handcrafted by Anastasia Panibratova using free-blown lead-free crystal. The design was inspired by one of Count Shuvalov’s most romantic stories — a boat ride across a lake covered with blooming water lilies, where he proposed to his beloved.
| January Gin, aperol, spices, honey January kicks off the year with rich winter flavors. At the heart of this cocktail is a blend of spices, citrus, and a hint of orange bitterness. Gin gives the drink a fresh, well-balanced flavor, keeping it vibrant even during the coldest month of the year. 950 |
| January Gin, aperol, spices, honey January kicks off the year with rich winter flavors. At the heart of this cocktail is a blend of spices, citrus, and a hint of orange bitterness. Gin gives the drink a fresh, well-balanced flavor, keeping it vibrant even during the coldest month of the year. 950 |
| February Rum, pedro ximenez, caramelized sugar, spices, apple foam February is the time for the last winter evenings, when warm and rich flavors are especially appreciated. This cocktail is based on a modern take on the historic “zhzhenka,” combined with spiced rum, Pedro Ximénez, and light apple foam. Its rich flavors of dried fruit, caramel, and spices make it the perfect way to wrap up the winter. 950 |
| February Rum, pedro ximenez, caramelized sugar, spices, apple foam February is the time for the last winter evenings, when warm and rich flavors are especially appreciated. This cocktail is based on a modern take on the historic “zhzhenka,” combined with spiced rum, Pedro Ximénez, and light apple foam. Its rich flavors of dried fruit, caramel, and spices make it the perfect way to wrap up the winter. 950 |
| March Pisco with buckwheat, rhubarb, and pomegranate March is the time when nature awakens and the first vibrant flavors emerge after a long winter. Sweet buckwheat combines with juicy rhubarb and pomegranate to create a fresh, fruity, yet deep flavor that highlights the feeling of spring’s arrival. 1800 Served in a “Water Lily” glass |
| March Pisco with buckwheat, rhubarb, and pomegranate March is the time when nature awakens and the first vibrant flavors emerge after a long winter. Sweet buckwheat combines with juicy rhubarb and pomegranate to create a fresh, fruity, yet deep flavor that highlights the feeling of spring’s arrival. 1800 Served in a “Water Lily” glass |
| April Rum, almonds, apple April is the month of the first warm days and blooming gardens. Rum, apple demi-glace, hints of almond, and a light citrus freshness create a smooth, full-bodied flavor that bridges the fading coolness of spring with the anticipation of summer. 1500 |
| April Rum, almonds, apple April is the month of the first warm days and blooming gardens. Rum, apple demi-glace, hints of almond, and a light citrus freshness create a smooth, full-bodied flavor that bridges the fading coolness of spring with the anticipation of summer. 1500 |
| May Vodka, pear, chamomile, aloe, apple foam May is the season of fresh greenery, blooming meadows, and the first warm evenings. Chamomile and aloe give this cocktail its fresh, spring-like character, while pear adds a subtle fruitiness, keeping the flavor light and harmonious. 950 |
| May Vodka, pear, chamomile, aloe, apple foam May is the season of fresh greenery, blooming meadows, and the first warm evenings. Chamomile and aloe give this cocktail its fresh, spring-like character, while pear adds a subtle fruitiness, keeping the flavor light and harmonious. 950 |
| June Gin, lavender, peach, jasmine June is filled with the scents of blooming flowers and ripe fruit. Lavender takes center stage in this cocktail, while peach adds a touch of sweetness and juiciness. Gin and lime give it a bright, clean, and refreshing flavor. 1800 Served in a “Water Lily” glass |
| June Gin, lavender, peach, jasmine June is filled with the scents of blooming flowers and ripe fruit. Lavender takes center stage in this cocktail, while peach adds a touch of sweetness and juiciness. Gin and lime give it a bright, clean, and refreshing flavor. 1800 Served in a “Water Lily” glass |
| July Gin, wine cordial, gentian July is the height of summer, when fresh herbs really come into their own. The cocktail is built around anchan gin, a basil cordial, and gentian liqueur, which create a rich flavor with herbal, wine-like, and nobly bitter notes. Its deep purple color is inspired by the color palette of the historic interiors of the Shuvalov Palace, where the bar is located today. 950 |
| July Gin, wine cordial, gentian July is the height of summer, when fresh herbs really come into their own. The cocktail is built around anchan gin, a basil cordial, and gentian liqueur, which create a rich flavor with herbal, wine-like, and nobly bitter notes. Its deep purple color is inspired by the color palette of the historic interiors of the Shuvalov Palace, where the bar is located today. 950 |
| August Tequila, plum, pineapple, ginger August brings summer to a close with rich, fruity flavors. Plums create a vibrant balance of sweetness and freshness, while ginger adds a subtle spiciness, making this cocktail multifaceted and distinctive. 950 |
| August Tequila, plum, pineapple, ginger August brings summer to a close with rich, fruity flavors. Plums create a vibrant balance of sweetness and freshness, while ginger adds a subtle spiciness, making this cocktail multifaceted and distinctive. 950 |
| September Gin, lime, sagan-dayla, melon September is the season for ripe melons and the first cool evenings. Its soft, sweet flavor is complemented by the freshness of lime and the herbal notes of sagan-dail, while the gin gives the cocktail a drier, more refined character. 950 |
| September Gin, lime, sagan-dayla, melon September is the season for ripe melons and the first cool evenings. Its soft, sweet flavor is complemented by the freshness of lime and the herbal notes of sagan-dail, while the gin gives the cocktail a drier, more refined character. 950 |
| October Whiskey, porter, maple syrup October brings the first truly cold evenings and the rich flavors of fall. Whiskey aged in porter barrels, pure maple syrup, and fresh lemon create a wonderful blend with a mellow sweetness and a warming character. 950 |
| October Whiskey, porter, maple syrup October brings the first truly cold evenings and the rich flavors of fall. Whiskey aged in porter barrels, pure maple syrup, and fresh lemon create a wonderful blend with a mellow sweetness and a warming character. 950 |
| November Tequila, orange liqueur, lychee, cardamom November is the time of autumn’s final colors, when rich, fruity, and spicy flavors are especially appreciated. This cocktail is built around tequila combined with a lychee and bird cherry cordial, orange liqueur, and fresh lemon. Deep berry notes, citrus freshness, and a vibrant hint of mango create a distinctive flavor that captures the transition from fall to winter. 1800 Served in a “Water Lily” glass |
| November Tequila, orange liqueur, lychee, cardamom November is the time of autumn’s final colors, when rich, fruity, and spicy flavors are especially appreciated. This cocktail is built around tequila combined with a lychee and bird cherry cordial, orange liqueur, and fresh lemon. Deep berry notes, citrus freshness, and a vibrant hint of mango create a distinctive flavor that captures the transition from fall to winter. 1800 Served in a “Water Lily” glass |
| December Cognac, buckwheat honey, spices, citrus December wraps up the year with the warm scents of a Russian winter. Cognac is combined with a spiked drink made with honey, spices, and citrus fruits. The result is a warming cocktail with a deep, spicy character that evokes winter holidays and cozy evenings. 950 |
| December Cognac, buckwheat honey, spices, citrus December wraps up the year with the warm scents of a Russian winter. Cognac is combined with a spiked drink made with honey, spices, and citrus fruits. The result is a warming cocktail with a deep, spicy character that evokes winter holidays and cozy evenings. 950 |