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George Chung is one of the creators of El Infusista in 2018. From the beginning, the bar was characterized as a fashionable place. “I have a bar Trending It’s a good thing, but it doesn’t really impress me. We want the time we’ve worked to be recognized, and the achievement lies more in standing up over time. Thinking about that and taking into account the trip to China, we discussed with the team the idea of exploring medicines in different cultures, so we started with one of the oldest,” he says.
Considering change, renewal, they decide to start a new correspondence. Continuing with the bar’s medical logic, but specializing in Chinese tradition, they served this menu in February precisely in time for the Lunar New Year.
“Medicines of the World” Volume 1 takes us on this exploratory journey through the various products and ingredients used in traditional Chinese medicine. As Chung explains, its principles are based on looking at health holistically, taking into account the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. So, with the different cocktails and snacks they offer, they try to promote not only how delicious and well thought out each drink is, but also the impact this medicine has on the world.
Our arrival
We decided to visit this healing “temple” on a Saturday to see what a typical night’s movement was really like. We arrived at 8pm and there were already diners: from well-known customers to diners eager to try one of the classic cocktails or a new menu.
We could tell you about every cocktail we enjoyed, but we’ll limit ourselves to mentioning our favorites. Also, since that’s part of the fun of visiting El Infusista, we won’t go into details about the history of each. The first The Sexuality of the Imperial Concubine, a drink based on pisco, lychee liqueur (a fruit), 7 Tesoros cordial and ginger ale. The result is a refreshing, light cocktail with a mild taste of the aforementioned fruit. The decorative touch is provided by Chocolate of Perpetual Suffering, golden in colour, with lychee filling.
Loved the night Hua Tuo anesthetic, which combines bourbon, aperitif, puerh tincture, orange and lemon golden shrub, and citrus juices. Interestingly, the cocktail was inspired by the first physician to use an anesthetic, a mixture of wine and spices called maffeison. Its aim is to transmit almost tranquil characteristics through an interesting and complex cocktail in its taste.
The snack menu has changed a lot, with long-cooked stews, stir-fries and comfort food reminiscent of home. First selected Zhao Shen’s Homey Stew, in which beef brisket is braised for 5 hours in a delicious base. It is served with white rice, bachike sauce and pak choi with a touch of vegetables.
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If we had to pick just one dish, this is the pick New dynasty dim sum, prepared with the original Chung Dong Sifa recipe. In this preparation, steamed prawns, tongu mushrooms and white rice combine to create an unparalleled experience of curious textures and mild but incredible flavors.
Followed by cocktails, The Shennong Botanical Elixir It is one of the simpler ones on the menu, but no less delicious. The flavors of the gin pair perfectly with the apple and grapefruit liqueur. Fruity, light sweet touch and medium strength.
Finally, the Buda This is one of the most special cocktails, which uses a magazine made exclusively for the bar in the shape of the well-known saint. Baijiu, a highly alcoholic Chinese spirit, is used in this drink. It can be made from different grains, resulting in a powerful liqueur with fruity flavors, especially pear. Luckily, we were able to try it ourselves – carefully and a little bit – to get to know this curious brewery, and we’ll undoubtedly be back.
Living up to the reputation a bar or restaurant gets can often be difficult. Injector With creativity, passion and a clear goal, it shows how you can experience new paths that invite you to join this journey – new and old – new and old.
Creativity that crosses boundaries
Another innovation that El Infusionista brings for this new season is the visit to foreign breweries. In this movement, teams meet to create a specific proposal for each visit, combining each one’s style. For example, this Thursday, June 20, one of Argentina’s most popular bars, Bodicario, is coming to offer “climate change therapy.” Starting at 8 p.m., diners can enjoy four special creations for this date.
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Injector It is located at Manuel Bonilla 123, Miraflores. You can find out more about their proposal, menu and international guests on their Instagram profile @el_infusionista.
