The Pandan Daiquiri by Simon Thai

Perth loves Bandoeng’22 Pandan Liqueur

From the shores of Australia comes a fresh pandan twist on a true classic. Created by Simon Thai, bartender, bar owner, and all-round flavour enthusiast. This floral, sweet, and tart daiquiri is one of the signature-serves at his Hygge Bar in Perth.

Our importer and distributor Siegfrid Bacani from 7000 Islands Drinks introduced us to Simon, and it wasn’t long before we found common ground: a love for pandan, cocktails, and creating something unpretentiously delicious.

“Nothing too crazy,” Simon says. “I really like pandan-flavoured things, and I like drinking daiquiris.” A simple starting point. A beautiful result.

The Pandan Daiquiri, this is a drink that pairs effortlessly with the bold flavours of Hygge Bar’s food menu, easy to love, easy to serve, and one for your own cocktail list.

How to Make It
Simon has generously shared Hygge’s recipe so you can enjoy this cocktail at your own bar.

Ingredients
45 ml (1.5 oz) Bandoeng’22 Pandan Liqueur
15 ml (0.5 oz) Beach House Pink Spiced Rum
20 ml (0.75 oz) Fresh Lime Juice
15 ml (0.5 oz) Calpico Syrup

Method of preparation
Shake all ingredients with ice. Strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.

Meet Simon Thai

Owner & Bartender at Hygge Bar, Perth Australia

With over nine years in the spirits industry, Simon Thai knows his way around flavour. But it wasn’t until 2021 that he stepped behind the bar himself opening Hygge Bar, tucked at the base of Jacob’s Ladder in Perth. A cosy, welcoming spot for craft cocktails and beer lovers alike, Hygge is built on three pillars: comfort, flavour, and heartfelt hospitality.

“I’m a passionate enthusiast of flavour, whether it’s food or drink. I love discovering unique and delicious experiences that bring me joy, and I find even greater satisfaction in sharing them with others.”

About Hygge Bar
Hygge (pronounced hoo-guh) is the Danish word for that special feeling of warmth, comfort, and wellbeing and Simon’s bar lives up to its name. More than just a place to grab a drink, it’s a second home where good food, inventive drinks, and good company come together.

On the food menu: grilled haloumi, fish and chicken tacos, braised lamb shank, burgers and more. Behind the bar? Simon’s personal take on the classics, with standout creations like the Ube Piña Colada, Spiced Watermelon Margarita, Black Sesame Old Fashioned and Pandan Daiquiri.

It’s the kind of place where flavour leads, creativity flows, and guests always feel welcome. More about Hygge Bar, click here