British aperitif brand Botivo is venturing into exciting new realms with a limited-edition, botanical aperitif inspired by aphrodisiac elements, developed in collaboration with the luxury pleasure brand, Coco de Mer.
This launch coincides with Coco de Mer’s 25th anniversary, bringing together two British artisanal houses that share a commitment to meticulously crafted, thoughtfully sourced, and artistically designed products.
Grounded in a mutual appreciation for playful craftsmanship, this collaboration defines pleasure as an art form: layered, intentional, and meant to be experienced slowly.
This initiative marks a first in the non-alcoholic drinks sector, merging the worlds of high fashion and luxury food and beverage in a culturally aware and playfully humorous manner.
Developed by Botivo founder Sam Paget Steavenson and Coco de Mer, this aperitif combines juicy cherry, spicy chilli, rich cacao, and warming ginseng into Botivo’s distinctive botanical foundation. It’s designed to be enjoyed long—with soda over ice and a cherry garnish—or to enhance alcoholic cocktails.
A limited run of only 1,000 bottles has been produced, each crafted as a collectible cultural piece. The label features artwork by Rozalina Burkova, who revisits Botivo’s illustrated characters through the sensual perspective of Coco de Mer.
Launching on April 15, this collaboration is part of Coco de Mer’s celebration of 25 years of modern pleasure, creativity, and craftsmanship. The bottles will be available at botivodrinks.com and the Coco de Mer flagship location in London, retailing for £34.
This partnership reflects a broader cultural movement where the realms of fashion and food are increasingly merging, breaking down the barriers between taste, design, and desire. For Botivo, teaming up with Coco de Mer seems like a natural fit: two British brands united in craftsmanship, narrative, and a philosophy that prioritizes pleasure.
Imme Ermgassen, co-founder of Botivo, stated, “After collaborating with Ottolenghi, we aimed to surprise our audience by exploring something even more playful and unexpected. Fashion and food & drink are increasingly intersecting in innovative ways, and Coco de Mer emerged as the perfect collaborator—a brand that resonates with our appreciation for British craftsmanship and a pleasure-centric philosophy. Together, we endeavored to create something a bit disruptive: a partnership that merges the realms of pleasure and beverages with humor, creativity, and storytelling at its core.”
Lucy Litwack, owner and CEO of Coco de Mer, remarked, “Crafting exciting sensory experiences lies at the core of our mission, so collaborations like this bring us genuine joy. The partnership with Botivo embodies a beautiful blend of creativity, craftsmanship, and passion—we’re excited to bring this vision to reality together. As we celebrate 25 years of pioneering pleasure, this aperitivo represents the ideal way to commemorate this milestone—a sensory delight that embodies our spirit of curiosity, indulgence, and celebration.”