The Eras Pour: For This Mixologist, All’s Fair In Love And Cocktails

Vivian Hsiung, known as the creator behind the Instagram account @cocktailheartremedy, is channeling her romantic escapades into a series of cocktails that narrate her love life in a uniquely creative manner. Dubbed the "Taylor Swift of cocktails," Hsiung’s emotional storytelling through mixology is resonating with her audience of over 9,000 followers and reflects her personal journey of healing and self-discovery.

The onset of Hsiung’s cocktail journey coincided with the COVID-19 pandemic, during which she experienced a breakup that compelled her to craft drinks at home. She discovered that the different flavor profiles in mixology—bitter, sweet, sour—mirrored her emotions, leading to a significant realization: transforming her feelings into visual and flavorful experiences. This passion project not only became therapeutic but also evolved into an artistic endeavor.

Though Hsiung has no formal background in mixology, she has quickly become adept in the field, previously working in tech before fully committing to her cocktail creating. Her concoctions are not just simple drinks; they often reflect specific personal experiences, as seen in cocktails like “But You Said You Loved Me” and “Whoremones Gone Wrong”. Each drink is meticulously crafted with layers of meaning, humor, and personal anecdotes, inviting her followers into her journey through the ups and downs of love.

Hsiung’s relationship with her muses extends to the men she dates, some of whom find it flattering when their romantic mishaps inspire new cocktails. Her drink “Flabbergasted” is an example of this approach, conceived after a humorous incident during a date that left an indelible mark on her couch.

As she takes a break from dating in 2025, Hsiung continues to innovate with her cocktail creations, now focusing on simpler recipes to help her followers easily replicate her drinks at home. Ultimately, she dreams of launching a new cocktail menu coinciding with the release of Taylor Swift’s next album, inspired by shared artistic sensibilities.

For her fans and budding mixologists, Vivian Hsiung represents a blend of authenticity and artistry, in which the heartache of love transforms into the joy of creating something beautiful—one cocktail at a time. You can explore her creations on her website.