Cocktail Bar Review: Circo Bar & Lounge, Bath

Circo Bar and Lounge is another of the subterranean bars in Bath that can be found underground, and is accessible by descending a winding iron staircase outside of the rather smart looking Halcyon Hotel. In warmer climes there is an al fresco seating area (very continental with its rickety seats and cobbled location just off the street), […]

Cocktail Bar Review: Amicus Apple, Edinburgh

A lively spot in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre, Amicus Apple is a stylish basement bar, where the atmosphere is buzzing, the music loud, and the choice of cocktails extensive. The clientele is very varied, as the place attracts footfall from locals and tourists alike. It has a broad appeal, with their cocktail menu simply […]
Cocktail Bar Review: Element, Edinburgh

Cocktail Bar Review: Element, Edinburgh

In days gone by,Rose Street was the undoubtedly the Mecca for visiting potentates of the potables. This pull has been somewhat dispersed, in recent years, but the stretch still retains a number of good drinking establishments. Towards the trendy end of these is Element, on the premises previous known as Breck’s. With a steely chic bar, […]

Cocktail Bar Review: 69 Colebrooke Review, London

So much has been written about this teeny tiny bar tucked away in a quiet corner of Islington that it might seem gratuitous to add to the pile. Much of this writing however has (unsurprisingly and perfectly deservedly) focused on the creative mind that is co-owner Tony Conigliaro. Such a focus can too easily overlook […]

Cocktail Bar Review: Bond No. 9, Edinburgh

In the misty corners of my memory, I seem to remember cocktails being A Really Glamorous Thing. Probably when I was supping cider and blackcurrant at the local student union, and the thought of paying more than £3 for a drink made my head spin. However, whether it was my youthful prejudices (and bank balance) […]

Cocktail Bar Review: Orchid, Aberdeen

You could easily walk past Orchid the first time, it’s black exterior masks gorgeous bright innards and the amazing talent within. First impressions were excellent, with a bustling bar and vibrant yet classy music greeting you upon entry. Forcing our way to the bar, we asked the impressively moustachioed gent behind the bar for a […]