Scales is one of those bars that feel like they were designed for people who take their cocktails seriously, but not themselves. Hidden away in Fitzrovia, tucked underneath Drinks with Sasha, a beautiful boutique liquor store, it is a dimly lit, stone-and-steel hideaway where everything is calm, precise and quietly confident. The room is small, the lighting is soft, and the focus is exactly where it should be: on the drinks.
And the drinks are the reason Scales has been getting so much attention. The menu is all about balance and clarity, with flavour combinations that feel modern without trying too hard. Think clean lines, house-made ingredients, and a team that approaches cocktails with a chef’s discipline. Nothing is overdecorated. Nothing is there for show. It is all about the liquid.
For the August edition of Cocktails in the City, Scales makes its first-ever appearance, and they are not coming alone. They are teaming up with Bar Kinky and Renais Gin for a one-off collaboration that blends three very different personalities. The precision of Scales, the playful energy of Bar Kinky, and the bright, contemporary character of Renais. Expect something sharp, thoughtful and exclusive to the festival.
