It's no secret that Londoners love a good cocktail, but sometimes the classics just don't cut it. That's where The Alchemist comes in, a stylish bar that's known for its theatrical but affordable drinks. Recently, we had the pleasure of visiting their Monument outpost for a team Christmas party, and were able to check out their unique sips for ourselves.
DesignMyNight’s Review Of The Alchemist Monument
This sleek City bar is perfect for after-work drinks.
Need To Know:
- Address: 16-18 Eastcheap, City of London, EC3M 1BD
- Area: Monument
- Cuisine: international
- How To Book: visit The Alchemist Monument on DesignMyNight
Ambience & We Think Perfect For
- Atmosphere: there was a sleek vibe throughout the venue, featuring plush velvet seating and a sultry, dark red and gold colour scheme.
- Perfect For: while we visited as a group, and the private hire spaces are ideal for this, the main bar just screams date night.
Service & Price
- Service: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Value For Money: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Cost: cocktails range from £12.50-£17, main courses from £9.50-£32.50
The cocktails are are truly something special.
Menu Highlights
Food: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Drink: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Lightbulb Moment (£13.50) - a quirky concoction that arrived smoking and in a lightbulb-shaped container, which made for a an interesting pour into the glass. It combined gin with Pimm's and artisan ginger beer, with a slightly spiced flavour to it.
- Honeypot Picante (£14) - like something straight out of Winnie the Pooh, this bold, boozy drink came with a hardened layer of honey over the top, that had to be cracked to enter the mezcal-heavy liquid.
- The Espresso Martini (£14) - an elevated version of the classic, served with salted caramel, a chocolate spoon and even a 'caramel caviar' - perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth.
- Octopus Platter (£90) - perfect for sharing among large groups, these eight-person feasts featured a selection of scrumptious Asian-inspired bites, from buttermilk fried chicken to edamame, vegetable gyoza and hot honey bites.
Our Overall Experience At The Alchemist
DesignMyNight Review Out Of 5: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
This was an excellent spot for hosting a Christmas party, thanks to the ample private space, sharing platters and drinks that got everyone talking. The Alchemist cocktail menu really has got something for everyone, with drinks categorised in different sections so that you know what you're getting. It's a very affordable choice for Central London too, with many tipples coming in at less than £14.
