Chinese Liquor-Infused Specialty Coffee Blends from Pacific Coffee

You’ve had Irish coffee and maybe even tried a dash of Grand Marnier in your espresso—but what about Shaoxing Hua Diao in a mocha, or Erguotou with pink grapefruit? While Western spirits have long found their way into coffee, combining traditional Chinese liquors with specialty coffee is a first for the industry. And yes, it’s already on the menu.

Pacific Coffee has launched five official drinks that blend Chinese liquors—including Shaoxing Hua Diao (also known as 'daughter’s red'), osmanthus wine, and Erguotou—with Western-style espresso bases. These are now available at most Pacific Coffee locations, alongside a limited-time Happy Hour promotion.

What Are the Five Liquor-Infused Coffee Drinks?

Pacific Coffee’s new range includes five distinct beverages, each fusing a different Chinese liquor with classic coffee elements. The drinks are part of three themed series and represent the first commercial attempt to marry Chinese alcohol culture with Western coffee techniques.

1. - Hua Diao (Shaoxing Daughter’s Red) Mocha

This drink combines the fragrant, aged notes of Shaoxing Hua Diao—also called 'daughter’s red'—with a rich mocha base. Traditionally, families in ancient China would seal Hua Diao in clay jars when a daughter was born, to be served at her wedding. The coffee echoes that tradition with a sweet, spiced chocolate profile layered with the warm, umami-rich tones of the liquor.

2. - Osmanthus Aged Wine & Cointreau Mocha

This blend marries osmanthus-aged wine (a grape and osmanthus fermented drink with 3,000 years of history favored by Chinese royalty) with Cointreau, a globally loved orange liqueur. The result is a floral, citrus-forward mocha where the perfumed aroma of osmanthus meets zesty orange. It’s especially appealing to those who enjoy sweet, aromatic profiles.

3. - Erguotou & Lemon Club Ice

Erguotou, Beijing’s iconic baijiu distilled to preserve only the purest 'middle cut,' is blended with fresh lemon in an iced Club Soda format. The bold, clear alcohol notes of Erguotou balance cleanly with the bright acidity of lemon, creating a refreshing contrast without overpowering the coffee base.

4. - Erguotou & Pink Grapefruit Club Ice

A variation on the previous drink, this version uses pink grapefruit instead of lemon. The soft tartness and floral depth of the grapefruit complement the dry, structured heat of Erguotou, resulting in a nuanced iced beverage where strength and sweetness intertwine seamlessly.

Where You Can Try Them

The full range of five drinks is available at the majority of Pacific Coffee branches across China. The company has also introduced a 'Happy Hours' promotion to encourage customers to sample the new creations at a discounted price during select times.

Coffee and Culture in a Bookstore

While sipping these drinks, you might also want to visit the newly opened Fang Suo Commune bookstore in TaiKoo Hui—a cultural space co-designed by Taiwan’s Eslite founder. The bookstore blends literature, fashion, art exhibitions, and coffee in one location. Fang Suo means “a place that becomes permanent by simply existing,” and it offers a curated atmosphere for creative lifestyles. Notably, all coffee cups here are designed by artists from the Guangdong Academy of Fine Arts.

From November 26 to December 31, Fang Suo is hosting weekly author talks and book signings, featuring writers such as Luo Yijun, Xu Zhiyuan, Liao Yimei, Bi Feiyu, and Han Dong. It’s a literary and caffeine-fueled destination where Eastern heritage meets modern café culture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Chinese liquors are used in Pacific Coffee’s new drinks?

Pacific Coffee uses Shaoxing Hua Diao (daughter’s red), osmanthus aged wine, Cointreau, and Erguotou (a purified middle-cut Beijing baijiu) in their five new coffee blends.

Which Pacific Coffee drinks combine coffee with Chinese wine?

The five drinks are: Hua Diao Mocha (''), Osmanthus & Cointreau Mocha (''), Erguotou & Lemon Club Ice, Erguotou & Pink Grapefruit Club Ice, and a series of liquor-forward mochas and iced blends.

Where can I buy these Chinese liquor coffee drinks?

The drinks are available at most Pacific Coffee locations across China, with a promotional Happy Hour available at participating stores.

What is the Fang Suo Commune bookstore?

Fang Suo Commune is a cultural complex in TaiKoo Hui that includes a bookstore, art spaces, cafes, and fashion outlets. It was co-designed by the founder of Eslite and features coffee cups designed by Guangdong Academy of Fine Arts artists.

Are there any events at Fang Suo Commune related to coffee or books?

Yes, from November 26 to December 31, Fang Suo is hosting weekly author events, including talks and book signings with writers like Luo Yijun, Xu Zhiyuan, and Han Dong.

Recommended FrontStreet Beans for Liquor-Infused Coffee

Try FrontStreet Coffee’s Ethiopia Humbera for its bright floral and stone fruit notes, which complement the floral profiles in osmanthus-based drinks. For a deeper match with Shaoxing Hua Diao’s aged complexity, their Yirgacheffe offers vibrant citrus and berry tones. Alternatively, the Classic Blend provides a balanced roast suitable for pairing with both citrus-forward Erguotou blends and mocha-style drinks. Freshly roasted within 5 days · Orders placed before 17:00 ship the same day · Next-day delivery across most of Guangdong Province.