Brooklyn Bar Debuts “Dubai Me a Drink” A Viral Chocolate-Inspired Cocktail Made for Summer Sipping
BROOKLYN, NY – July 7, 2025 The viral Dubai chocolate trend that has taken over TikTok and inspired retail hits from Shake Shack, Lindt, Trader Joe’s, and Costco now has a decadent drinkable version. It’s arriving in style at Sungold, the ingredient-focused restaurant and cocktail bar inside Arlo Williamsburg.
Their newest creation, “Dubai Me a Drink,” is a visually stunning, dessert-inspired cocktail that channels the rich textures and flavors of the famous green-and-gold chocolate bars. Known for bold mixology and playful innovation, Sungold has added this luxurious sipper to its summer menu just in time for social media snaps and seasonal cravings.
Inside the Viral Dubai Chocolate Cocktail
Crafted by Mixologist Armando Acevedo, this indulgent drink is a layered swirl of cream, pistachio, and chocolate flavors all finished with a crisp, aromatic saffron-kataifi-pistachio rim.
Key ingredients include:
- Fabrizia Pistachio Liqueur
- Roasted Pistachios
- Cacao Bitters
- The Community Spirit Vodka
The cocktail is designed to mirror the visual and textural appeal of Dubai chocolate bars, and its swirling green-and-chocolate base is tailor-made for Instagram and TikTok moments.
“We wanted to take something that’s trending globally and give it a Brooklyn spin dessert-inspired, luxurious, and totally unforgettable,” said Acevedo.
Sungold Brooklyn’s “Dubai Me a Drink” Recipe
Ingredients
Cocktail
- 1.25 oz The Community Spirit Vodka
- 1.5 oz Cream mix (milk, condensed milk, cacao, pistachio)
- 0.5 oz Fabrizia Pistachio Liqueur
- 0.25 oz Dorda Chocolate Liqueur
Dubai Chocolate Rim
- 1 cup heavy cream (240g)
- 1 oz green cocoa (28g)
- 4 oz pistachio paste (112g)
- 1 tsp powdered gelatin
- 1 tbsp water
- 2 oz organic powdered cane sugar (56g)
- Kataifi dough
- Saffron threads
Instructions for the Saffron Kataifi
- Cut kataifi dough into small pieces.
- Cook slowly at low heat until golden and crisp. Set aside.
Instructions for the Cocktail
- In a shaker, combine vodka, cream mix, pistachio liqueur, and chocolate liqueur. Shake well.
- Rim a chilled coupe glass with the Dubai chocolate rim.
- Dip the edge of the glass into the saffron kataifi mixture for added texture and visual appeal.
- Strain the cocktail into the glass and serve immediately.
TikTok Trends Meet Brooklyn Mixology
With Dubai chocolate content generating millions of views, Sungold’s “Dubai Me a Drink” reflects a larger movement where social media culture meets innovative mixology. This is more than just a cocktail it’s a conversation piece, a dessert moment, and a celebration of culinary creativity.
Whether you’re a cocktail connoisseur or just a fan of foodie trends, this Brooklyn dessert cocktail is worth the trip.
Now Available at Sungold
Located within Arlo Williamsburg, Sungold continues to push boundaries with a seasonal menu, globally inspired cocktails, and a vibrant, artistic atmosphere. “Dubai Me a Drink” is available now for a limited time.
About Sungold at Arlo Williamsburg
Sungold is an ingredient-forward restaurant and cocktail bar located in Brooklyn’s Arlo Williamsburg hotel. Known for its experimental mixology, seasonally driven plates, and social-forward aesthetic, Sungold delivers a high-concept dining and drinking experience that celebrates creativity and culture.
