Mata Hari was the stage name of a Dutch dancer who was accused of spying for Germany during World War One. She was subsequently caught and executed by the French in 1917. It's a sad, sordid tale. But, on a happier note, Mata Hari is also a cocktail. The intriguing drink was created by the barkeeps at Employees Only, the pioneering New York cocktail spot that has been serving its West Village neighborhood since 2004, and now holds outposts in Los Angeles, Miami and Singapore. Composed of cognac, sweet vermouth, lemon juice, pomegranate juice and simple syrup, the cocktail seems plenty interesting as it stands. It's floral, herbal and tart, hitting all the right notes. But the vermouth, which is infused with chai, takes the drink in an unique direction. The chai is joined by green cardamom pods, cloves, cinnamon and ginger and then cooked with sweet vermouth, creating a rich and flavorful infusion that complements the vermouth's botanicals. Though designed for this cocktail, don't let that keep you from experimenting with the chai vermouth in other drinks. You're making a whole batch, so you'll have plenty for your next round of Manhattans. 8 Can't-Miss Cognac Classics to Try Now