London cocktail bars are constantly evolving, and this spring a selection of the city’s most exciting venues are hosting some of the world’s leading bartenders.
Want to check out London’s latest hotspots? A selection of London’s leading bars have collaborated with a selection of Asia’s 50 Best Bars and bartenders in partnership with The Orientalist Spirits Company, and we have the insiders guide!
THE TIMETABLE
Monday 17th March:
Waka Murata of Tokyo Confidential, Japan @Samba Room, Heron Tower. 19:00 – 22:00
Tuesday 18th March:
Antonio Lai of Quinary, Hong Kong @Lucky Cat at 22 Bishopsgate, The City. 18:00 – 21:00
Niza of Origins Bar, Singapore @ 8 at The Londoner, Leicester Square. 19:00 – 22:00
Terry Kim of Alice Bar, Seoul @Sachi Rooftop Bar, Knightsbridge. 19:00 – 22:00
Lola Lau, formerly Hope & Sesame, China @Park Chinois, Mayfair. 21:00 – 00:00 – The Afterparty
The celebrations begin on Monday evening as Waka Murata from Tokyo Confidential of Tokyo, Japan partners with the intimate and luxurious Samba Room, situated on the 39th floor of the Heron Tower.
What we are drinking: Hokkaido High – Orientalist Dragon Whisky, Awamori, corn tea, mango.
Tuesday evening is the big one as four leading London bars across the capital play host.
Opening the proceedings is London’s hottest new opening Lucky Cat, the highest restaurant and bar in London located on the 60th floor of 22 Bishopsgate. Welcoming bartender and bar owner, Antonio Lai from Quinary, Hong Kong, Antonio is credited as revolutionising the cocktail scene in HK and pioneered the use of multi-sensory mixology in the region.
What we are drinking: Earl Grey Caviar Martini – Orientalist Origins Vodka, apple, elderflower, Earl Grey Air Caviar.
Owner bartender Terry Kim will be bringing the whimsical tastes of Alice Bar direct from Seoul in South Korea to the newly opened Knightsbridge Rooftop Terrace Bar at Sachi. A chic and polished Japanese Restaurant, Omakase and Rooftop Bar perched atop the iconic Pantechnicon building in Motcomb St. Awarded bartender of the year in Korea we will celebrate the oncoming of spring with the Unbirthday Tea Party featuring The Orientalist Dragon Whisky, sherry, black tea, coconut and cream.
8 at The Londoner, the jewel at the top of the Londoner’s crown, this decadent izakaya terrace and rooftop bar will be collaborating with Niza of Origins Bar, Singapore. Voted the best bar by bartenders in Singapore, Origins Bar is placed at No 32 in Asia’s 50 Best Bars and Niza is the head bartender.
What we are drinking: Metallico – The Orientalist Gunpowder Gin infused with fig, Umeshu liqueur, peach, cardamom.
Close out an epic Tuesday evening at the Orientalist after-party in Park Chinois with Lola Lau.
A global and local cocktail competition champion arrives after 10 years of travelling and working around Asia and greater China to join the welcoming team at Park Chinois, who are celebrating their 10th anniversary in 2025.
Ask for Lola and head downstairs for a private party in one of Mayfair’s most iconic restaurants known for its lavish interior and seductive atmosphere. This is where we will be celebrating the after party so make sure you join us.
What we are drinking: The Crimson Whisper Orientalist Dragon Whisky | Ruby Tea | Peach | Sweet Vermouth | Clarified Milk
