Just because it’s winter, doesn’t mean you have to revert to the basics every time. Be transported to lands of wonder, mystery and delight with each sip of these classics and twists. So cosy up and explore Brissie’s winter wonderland in the most enjoyable way possible….
KAZBA | FORTITUDE VALLEY
With Kazba’s vibrant atmosphere and an all-new lineup of Middle Eastern-inspired drinks, being transported to Tel Aviv is sure to warm you up for the night. For a refreshing winter soul-feeder, try their Ode to Syrena cocktail, blending marjoram vodka, pear, wild rose, and a burst of pomegranate and citrus.
FIUME BAR | CBD
For a truly warming cocktail, you can’t get much better than Fiume Bar’s new signature cocktails. The Spiked Italiana Coffee is certainly a stand-out – espresso spiked with macadamia liqueur, Jameson and chocolate bitters, topped with tiramisu foam.
BAR BRUTUS | FISH LN, SOUTH BANK
The Southbank gem’s new Tiramisu cocktail is the epitome of a winter warmer. Made on cacao-infused dark rum, Pellegrino Marsala, espresso, Kahlua, and savoiardi biscuits topped with an elegantly-placed square of dark choc — this one is pretty hard to beat.
LENNONS | CBD
Along with a banger of a new winter menu, the folks at Lennons will help you through a cold and stormy day by sipping through a decadent new selection of winter warmers. Start with a smooth Hot Toddy or a Spiced Appletini perhaps? Next move on to share a cocktail jug of Winter Sangria or Apple Cider Margarita … I think yes.
MISS DEMEANOUR | CBD
If you’re just looking for a no-nonsense cocktail…you won’t find them here. But Miss Demeanour’s experimental cocktails will entice and enrich the senses. The Sleep Well cocktail made on Kensei Whisky with blueberry, lemon & Long Rays dark soda is the perfect drink after a long cold day.
MALT | CBD
Malt’s Limoncello Spritz on Hayman’s London Dry Gin with lemon, rosemary, soda and prosecco is a delicious palette refresher, if you don’t want to opt for the rich and husky flavours that many winter sips can overdo.
DEATH AND TAXES | CBD
This softly-lit Burnett Ln local is the place for a winter evening drink. Try the Iudex for a cocktail best served warm with vanilla bean Pampero Anejo rum mixed with notes of spiced apple, chestnut and cinnamon.
COBBLER | WEST END
If you’re around West End, the Death and Taxes sister, Cobbler, is certainly worth a visit as well. Find solace in their crisp leather bound and stony bar while you sip on a Stealer’s Wheel – Woodford Reserve rye washed with brown butter, bitter orange liqueur, nutmeg and chocolate bitters.
MRS J. RABBITS | WOOLLOONGABBA
This hidden vintage speakeasy located in Electric Avenue will spark a pang of winter-fairytale delight. For a sweet little somethin’, the Perfect Fit will be sure to make you sparkle with a delicate wildflower pink gin, white chocolate liqueur, absinthe and a dash of lemon and sugar to help the medicine go down.
We don’t think liquid gold is always best served cold, it’s pretty damn good warm too!
