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Providing you with the official list of the UK’s Top 50 Cocktail Bars, sponsored by Franklin & Sons

27/09/2024

Sustainability isn't just a buzzword for Below Stairs, it's deeply ingrained in their ethos. The bar uses innovative techniques to minimise waste, repurposing excess ingredients for homemade syrups, infusions, garnishes, and coasters.

Beyond their ingredients, Below Stairs takes strides to reduce energy consumption and promote eco-friendly practices throughout their operations. From energy-efficient lighting to recycling and composting programs, every effort is made to leave a positive imprint on the planet.

Could you be our next Sustainable Bar of the Year?

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26/09/2024

Back for its second year, Bristol Cocktail Weekend sees over 30 of Bristol’s top venues, offering exclusive cocktails and mocktails for tipple lovers to enjoy. Kicking off today until Sunday 29 September, wristband holders can take advantage of £6 signature cocktails and even exclusive food pairings and discounts 🍸🍔 There’s also an array of exciting events taking place across the four days showcasing the best of live music and DJs the city has to offer.

https://bristolcocktailweekend.co.uk/about/

24/09/2024

Think glassware with the three important primary colours, ice holding the shapes and colours imprisoned and beautifully decorated bottles featuring swipes of those all-important colours, that’s what you’ll get at 🔶🟥🔵

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20/09/2024

Located underneath the historic Stock Exchange Hotel you’ll find STERLING BAR. You can expect award-winning cocktails and wine, live music and delicious bar snacks, hidden away inside the old bank vault of the celebrated Manchester Stock Exchange.

19/09/2024

We often get asked how bars can put themselves forward for the list, and although that’s not how you get on the 1-50 list, there are opportunities to self-nominate for our specialist categories! Whether you’re a sustainable bar, one to watch or our next rising star, we explain the whole process so you know what to expect 🏆🍸

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Franklin & Sons | Tequila Herradura | Fords Gin | Jack Daniel's

18/09/2024

Public in Sheffield develop their drinks to primarily be delicious, but also to push the boundaries of where they can take the flavour and the story with every cocktail.

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16/09/2024

The Naughty Grasshopper by Nauticus Edinburgh gives this classic a naughty twist with Lucky Liquor Co‘s Crème De Menth. Cream is also substituted for condensed milk with the drink being infused with sage and tarragon giving it a new depth 🦗

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13/09/2024

The Bear describes itself as ‘your friendly, local neighbourhood five-star dive bar’. Expect ice cold beers, a friendly atmosphere and of course, themed cocktails 🐻

12/09/2024

The first ever Flavour in Motion competition by Franklin & Sons took place this year with Elyse Von Ruinn taking the trophy, we discuss their win with them, what influenced their drink and what advice they’d give to others looking to enter 🏆🍸

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09/09/2024

Liverpool’s speakeasy cocktail bar, Little Hardware, launched their new menu earlier this year, it features a range of perfected classics and their own creations 🍸

06/09/2024

Bar Termini, located on Old Compton Street in Soho, is a classic venue. The menu, though small, is perfectly curated, offering coffee, wine, cocktails, and Mediterranean dishes like burrata salads, caponata, and charcuterie. The bar staff can also craft classic cocktails on request

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03/09/2024

Looking for a twist on a classic? Lab 22 have added a touch of Wales to this Clover Clwb 🍀🍹

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02/09/2024

Set over four floors in one of Bristol’s finest historic buildings in the old city, The MilkThistle, is a delight to drink in. Featuring eclectic décor and outstanding cocktails, it should be a must-visit on your list.
The bar launched its new menu last week, so why not pop down for a try!

https://tinyurl.com/2fs5m7vf

29/08/2024

Kwant London, led by industry veteran Erik Lorincz, was a highly anticipated reopening in 2023. The relaxed bar emphasizes perfect service and creative, exquisite cocktails, making it the ultimate bar destination.

https://bit.ly/3YN6NCr

27/08/2024

Strawberries + cream 🍓 from The Daisy with Nc’nean single malt whisky, Johnny Walker black, house lemon sherbet, wild strawberry vermouth and cream soda

23/08/2024

The award-winning bar team at Couch Stirchley are on hand to entertain and serve (💅) you all night in this popular neighbourhood haunt. Why not soak up the Summer sun in their garden as you sip on perfectly crafted libations ☀

https://bit.ly/46ypw6d

21/08/2024

From her creative inspirations to the secrets behind her signature drinks, Project Halcyon Distillery MCR’s Gracie gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what she thinks it takes to make it to the top of the industry.

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20/08/2024

Panda and his family opened Panda & Sons in Edinburgh in 2013, and it has thrived ever since. Panda remains actively involved, with his sons Rupert and wee Benson joining soon. The hidden bar combines a speakeasy vibe with a vintage barbershop twist. As Panda says, “Find the barbershop with foreign currency, and you’ve reached the libation destination.”

https://bit.ly/4c59l1C

19/08/2024

On the new menu from Speak In Code is this refined highball.
Using gin with hints of dandelion, olive, and bergamot paired with a miso and melon soda, for a zingy touch, try adding Sansho leaf, which has a mild Szechuan-like taste and citrus notes similar to Yuzu.

https://bit.ly/3yofYOE

16/08/2024

Newquay's neighbourhood cocktail bar, Tom Thumb Newquay, is a haven for the discerning drinker. Have you been? 🍸☀

14/08/2024

The Co**se Reviver #2 is an enduring classic, perfectly balanced between sweet, sharp, and strong, with a powerful finish. Inspired by this, a tropical twist was created by Lab 22 in the form of ‘Bring Me to Life’ with:
Bombay Pressé gin
Pressed pineapple Picpoul
Orange
In this version, Lillet is replaced with "Pressed Pineapple Picpoul," a mix of crushed fresh pineapple sous vide in Picpoul de Pinet. Combined with citrussy gin, fresh lemon, and orange, this drink is drier but fruitier, sure to wake you up inside!

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13/08/2024

Berry Bliss is the cocktail of the month at Scarfes Bar which blends the decadently rich Reid single malt vodka with forest berries, vanilla Verjus and cream sherry 🍸

https://bit.ly/3AhpRhC

12/08/2024

How about Hide Below’s Nuclear Locust, a sweet, creamy and minty fresh tipple made with white chocolate and mint and coconut cream liqueur 🥥🧊

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08/08/2024

Cocktail bars are no longer just about exquisite drinks and service. A new trend is blending the artistry of mixology with culinary delights, transforming these hotspots into destinations for both exceptional cocktails and stunning plates.

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Adam Handling Restaurants | Filthy XIII | Kiki Lounge | Little Mercies

06/08/2024

The chic West London cocktail bar, AMARO, is ideal for an evening drink. Opened in 2021, it features top-notch mixology by Elon Soddu, former head mixologist at the Savoy. Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails and light bites in an intimate setting.

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🚨Top 50 Cocktail Bars 2025 is now open for entries!🚨 Are you the next One to Watch, Sustainable Bar or Rising Star? If so, we want to hear from you. Entries are now open for our specialist award categories – this is your chance to align yourself with the best bars in the UK. Deadline: Sunday 20 October 2024 https://tinyurl.com/yhsmswpe Franklin & Sons Tequila Herradura Fords Gin Jack Daniel's

Eve Bar

The Boneyard Martini from Eve Bar is a unique twist on the classic. The roasted beef bones from the kitchen at The Frog are distilled with vodka, in a rotary evaporator to remove all impurities and create a cleaner flavour. This is then chilled down to -12 degrees and mixed with Lillet Blanc, fermented honey before being garnished with house-pickled onions 🍸 Adam Handling Restaurants https://tinyurl.com/4ujm6yb2

SOMA

SOMA, by Kricket founders Rik Campbell and Will Bowlby, is a bar inspired by Indian flavours. Named after the Vedic Sanskrit word for "distil and extract" and the Hindu Moon God, it opened in 2021 at Kricket’s original Denman Street spot, offering re-imagined classic cocktails. https://tinyurl.com/bdcd6m9u

Scarfes Bar

Berry Bliss is the cocktail of the month at Scarfes Bar which blends the decadently rich Reid single malt vodka with forest berries, vanilla Verjus and cream sherry 🍸 https://bit.ly/3AhpRhC

The Donovan Bar

How about The Donovan Bar’s "Queen of the Catwalk" cocktail inspired by Naomi Campbell. A non-alcoholic tipple made with clarified green juice, elderflower cordial and plum puree 🍹

Atelier Coupette

Discover the finest ingredients and experience the best vibe in Soho, London at Atelier Coupette. Their expertly crafted cocktails are a celebration of flavour and artistry ✨

Blossoms

Savour the salty, sour umami delight of the miso-rita at Blossoms Brighton: reposado tequila, Cointreau, soy, white miso, maple, yuzu and lime 🍋🌶

Artesian

Alter Ego is the next chapter of Artesian’s Futureproof cocktail menu! 🦋🍸 Each cocktail defies expectations, but how far can they push the limits of flavour? You’ll have to book a table and see for yourself. https://tinyurl.com/4nhsyhff

The Connaught

Even the classics come with a twist. Behold The Connaught Bloody Mary 🍅. Whether for a hangover cure or a pick-me-up, master mixologists Ago Dragos and Giorgio Bargiani elevate it with a "Celery Air" float, adding texture and freshness to this timeless classic. https://tinyurl.com/ymazrpjx

Silverleaf

Based at Pan Pacific London on Liverpool Street, Silverleaf Bar opened in February 2022 and has been wowing drinks enthusiasts ever since. The design of the bar by Tom Dixon is inspired by naturalism and its elements, with the cocktail menu rooted around flavour and minimalist colour profiles 🥃 https://tinyurl.com/y55cbuyb

Eve Bar

The Firecracker by Eve Bar made with a fermented kimchi from the kitchen’s surplus vegetables, which is blended to a puree that forms the rich, tangy base for their take on a spicy Margarita 🍹 https://tinyurl.com/2x5rf2af

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Silverleaf Lychee | Jasmine

Lychee | Jasmine highball. This bright and buoyant drink combines the delicate aroma of jasmine with the sweet tang of Silverleaf Bar’s homemade lychee and sorrell cordial topped with soda to finish off this fizzy, floral and fruity highball. https://bit.ly/49iDJEK