The capital's biggest cocktail event is just around the corner, bringing with it 10 whole days of £9 blends across 200 bars. So, we've decided to sift through the many classy, cool and award-winning joints taking part to find the most unusual signature serves available from the 9rd to the 19th of October.
With everything from truffle oil infusions to miso espresso martinis, feast your eyes on our pick of the quirkiest drinks on offer at London Cocktail Week 2025.
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Our Guide To Quirky London Cocktail Week Drinks
1. Nightjar Shoreditch
- Location: 129 City Road, Shoreditch, EC1V 1JB
- The drink: Stone Fence
Located right by Old Street, Nightjar Shoreditch is a legendary jazz hangout that's famed for its imaginative drinks and live entertainment in a sultry 1920s-themed space. The bar's interior features dark wood panelling, plush velvet seating, and atmospheric lighting that sets the stage for an unforgettable evening.
Each cocktail is a meticulously crafted masterpiece, with the menu divided into themed sections such as 'Pre-Prohibition,' 'Prohibition,' and 'Post-War,' offering a journey through the rich history of mixology. For London Cocktail Week, it'll be whipping up a budget-friendly Stone Fence, blending rye whisky, clarified kiwi juice, Everleaf Mountain, parmesan tincture and parmesan mustard tuile. Yum.
Speakeasy slurps? Sorted.
2. The Stables Bar at The Milestone Hotel
- Location: 1-3 Kensington Court, Kensington, W8 5DL
- The drink: Industrial Revolution
During London Cocktail Week, make your way to the cosy and quirky The Stables Bar at The Milestone Hotel. Originally the 19th-century stables of a grand mansion, the bar has been thoughtfully redesigned to honour its equestrian roots while embracing contemporary sophistication. The space boasts dark wood panelling, racing-green leather banquettes, tartan accents, and original artworks by Belgian artist Elie Lambert.
Prepare for this charming venue to shake up a storm with the rich and boozy Industrial Revolution. What to expect? Vodka, chocolate tea, jasmine cordial, elderflower tonic and Earl Grey infusions.
Chocoholics rejoice, The Stables Bar has got you covered.
3. Swift Shoreditch
- Location: 91-93 Great Eastern Street, Shoredtich, EC2A 3HZ
- The drink: Sgroppino Royale
This gorgeous, European-style bar tucked away near Old Street offers a small number of seats and emulates the early 1900s vibes of its sister spot in Soho. For London Cocktail Week, Swift Shoreditch is whipping up a drink that tastes as good as its surroundings look with the Sgroppino Royale (£12).
Made with St-Germain elderflower liqueur, lemon sorbet, and topped with Moët & Chandon Brut Imperial Champagne, it's fancy and refreshing.
You'll have to be swift to get a seat at this intimate bar.
4. A Bar With Shapes For A Name
- Location: 232 Kingsland Road, Whitmore Estate, Haggerston, E2 8AX
- The drink: Point, Line, Plane
Inspired by the Bauhaus art movement, and known for its late licence (3am to be exact) and intricately made cocktails in a lab-like environment, A Bar With Shapes For A Name is a Hoxton gem that's delivering with the playful (and somewhat scientific) sounding Point, Line, Plane.
Think ginger monochrome, recomposed lime, simple syrup, mint monochrome and Schweppes soda water, combined to create your new favourite sip.
Put this multi-award-winning bar on your cocktail list.
5. Manzi's
- Location: 1-8 Bateman's Buildings, Soho, W1D 3EN
- The drink: Rhubarb & Custard
With its blend of Soho charm and playful character, Manzi’s is the kind of spot where mermaids meet mixology - quite literally, thanks to the stunning sculpture perched atop the bar.
For London Cocktail Week, they’re leaning into whimsy with Rhubarb & Custard: a silky-sweet-meets-sharp serve of Monkey 47 gin, fino sherry, caramelised rhubarb cordial, rhubarb and lemon juice, all finished with a cloud of custard air. One sip, and you’ll feel like a kid in a very grown-up sweet shop.
Head to Manzi's for a fruity tipple.
6. Mr Fogg's Pawnbrokers
- Location: 50 Dean Street, Soho, W1D 5BQ
- The drink: Midnight Charm
Venture over to Mr Fogg’s Pawnbrokers, a gem in the Fogg’s collection where Ming vases and diamond-studded decanters line the shelves, setting the stage for cocktails as curious as the décor.
For London Cocktail Week, they’re serving Midnight Charm: a decadent blend of Bacardi Caribbean spiced rum, Martini Riserva Speciale Rubino vermouth, coffee liqueur, chocolate syrup and espresso, crowned with mascarpone and a tiramisu foam. Rich, indulgent and playful, it’s a treasure you’ll want to claim for yourself.
Midnight Charm (pictured left).
7. The Hedgerow At Conrad London St James's
- Location: 22-28 Broadway, St James's, SW1H 0BH
- The drink: Tree Wheat
Inside the five-star surrounds of Conrad London St James, The Hedgerow is a vision of blush pinks, soft greens and a dramatic marble bar, where cocktails are inspired by British botanicals and the changing seasons.
For London Cocktail Week, they’re serving Tree Wheat, featuring a refined mix of vodka, toasted bread, toasted bread dry vermouth, salt and fino sherry - simple in garnish, striking in flavour. While you’re here, don’t miss the vintage gin collection, with rare pours dating back to the 1950s.
Tree Wheat (pictured right).
8. Hithe + Seek Bar & Kitchen
- Location: 2nd Floor, 60 Upper Thames Street,City of London, EC4V 3AD
- The drink: Nocturne Truffe
With sweeping views of the Thames and London’s skyline, Hithe + Seek Br & Kitchen is an elegant riverside bar that’s just as striking inside as out, with its golden columns and sculpted wooden ceiling.
They’re pouring Nocturne Truffe, a bold, savoury mix of London Dry Gin, Lillet, truffle oil, celery salt and mushroom powder. Sophisticated and unexpected, it’s the perfect way to kick off an evening as the sun dips and the city lights flicker on.
There's an array of cocktails on offer at this Thameside bar.
9. Dinings SW3
- Location: Walton House, Lennox Gardens Mews, Walton Street, Knightsbridge, SW3 2JH
- The drink: Miso Espresso Martini
In the heart of Chelsea, Dinings SW3 brings together Japanese craft and European flair, serving up seasonal plates alongside a bar that’s a destination in its own right.
They’re giving the classic a decadent twist with the Miso Espresso Martini, a rich blend of 12-year rum, coffee liqueur, brown butter, miso, espresso and tonka beans. Pair it with a bite (insider tip: don’t miss the fried chicken from Masaki’s otsumami menu) and you’ve got a night worth lingering over.
The Miso Espresso Martini (pictured left).
10. Cafe Ciel At The OWO
- Location: 57 Whitehall, Westminster, SW1A 2BX
- The drink: Croissant Sour
Tucked into the serene OWO Courtyard, Café Ciel is a pagoda-style oasis where elegance meets playful sophistication. For London Cocktail Week, they’re serving the Croissant Sour, made up of Belvedere vodka, croissant, sweet vermouth, lemon and egg whites, a cocktail that’s as refined as the airy pale-toned interiors.
With polished detailing, graceful design and a relaxed atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot to linger over a cocktail, whether for a quiet afternoon escape or early evening drinks in the heart of London.
Enjoy courtyard sips at this bar.
11. Equal Parts
- Location: 245 hackney Road, E2 8NA
- The drink: Abricot Old Fashioned
Brought to you by the team behind popular East London bar Sager + Wild, Equal Parts is a laid-back, unassuming cocktail bar on Hackney Road. Expect natural colours throughout, from the green booth seating to the plaster walls, with lots of natural light coming in through their large windows.
They're known for their twists on classic cocktails, and the Abricot Old Fashioned is no different. This uses Hennessy Cognac and apricot liqueur, mixed with apricot yogurt, Absinthe and bitters.
Experience unique twists on the classics at Equal Parts.
12. Side Hustle
- Location: 28 Bow Street, WC2E 7AW
- The drink: El Tucan
Part of the NoMad hotel in Covent Garden, Side Hustle is a Latin American bar and restaurant that's open until late every single day. This ground floor place was once a police station, featuring old-school photos, dark green walls and wooden furnishings.
The El Tucan is their signature cocktail for London Cocktail Week, featuring a Patron Silver tequila base. This is finished with herbal liqueur, lime juice, celery juice, grapefruit juice, agave syrup, bitters and soda water, crating a sharp but fruity blend.
This cool hotel bar is found in a former police station.
13. Cahoots
- Location: 13 Kingly Court, Carnaby, Soho, W1B 5PW
- The drink: Pumpkin Charm
Travel back to 1940s Soho at Cahoots, the original underground bar where a life-size tube carriage sets the scene for immersive post-war fun. For London Cocktail Week, they’re pouring the Pumpkin Charm, featuring Casamigos Blanco Tequila washed with chai almond milk, walnut liqueur, sherry, pumpkin and lemon juice - a cosy, spiced twist on classic cocktails.
Explore the Northbound and Southbound spaces, peruse the signature newspaper menus, and enjoy expertly crafted drinks, black market hooch, and late-night entertainment in a truly unique subterranean setting.
We love this underground-themed bar.
14. Caviar House
- Location: 161 Piccadilly, Soho, W1J 9EA
- The drink: Beluga Vodka Caviar'tini
For one night only, Caviar House in Piccadilly invites you to a luxurious vodka and caviar pairing masterclass with Beluga Vodka. Discover the Montenegrin origins of the brand, guided by On-Trade Manager Veronika Karlova, and sample different expressions, including Beluga Noble and Beluga Gold Line.
For London Cocktail Week, sip the decadent Beluga Vodka Caviar’tini (£12 with a wristband): Beluga Vodka with a twist of lemon, served alongside a spoonful of caviar. Elegant, indulgent, and simple, a true taste of luxury in the heart of London.
Join Caviar House for this special event.
15. As Above So Below
- Location: 57 Stoke Newington High Street, Stoke Newington, N16 8EL
- The drink: Lemon Blueberry Trifle
Hitting Hackney with immersive style, As Above So Below blends industrial charm with thoughtful design, creating a space that’s both striking and inviting.
They’re serving the Lemon Blueberry Trifle, made up of bourbon, blueberry, citric acid, Schweppes Tropical Soda, and a velvety lemon mascarpone foam. The exposed brick, raw finishes, and ambient lighting provide the perfect backdrop for a cocktail that’s as balanced and bold as the space itself - a place to linger, sip, and soak up the Hackney energy.
As Above So Below.
See more information on all the bars taking part and get your £20 ticket for London Cocktail Week here.
