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If you like to treat yourself to a tipple now and then then be sure to check out some of Hampshire’s amazing cocktail bars. Whatever your preferred base drink, you will find plenty of ideas for some cocktail classics or unique drinks in some iconic cocktail bars. Here are our top picks:
Incognito, Winchester
Up your Insta feed with theatrical cocktails to thrill at Incognito. Quirky cocktails on the menu include the Rubber Duck Duck featuring Bathtub gin, Dolin Blanc vermouth, rhubarb, rose, raspberry, apple and Yuzu, topped with lavender bubbles and an Eton Mess cocktail which includes fresh strawberries, Holy Trinity rum, Chambord liqueur and lime are topped with a vanilla foam, popping candy and fruit caviar. An alcoholic twist on this classic dessert!
For anyone designated as a driver, or who prefers non-alcoholic drinks, take your pick from the equally colourful mocktail menu.
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1932, Southampton
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This intimate cocktail bar offers lavish furnishings and a roof-top view over Southampton’s city parks from the terrace.
Select from an extensive cocktail menu which features your classics and the more unusual cocktail. Take a tour of the world with the different flavours of the corners of the globe with cocktails based on Jamaican, Swiss, Japanese and Brazilian flavours.
As 1932 only accommodates 60 customers, pre-booking is essential.
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The Alchemist, Portsmouth
Set in the heart of Gunwharf Quays, The Alchemist offers two storeys of world of theatre served delights, plus an expansive outdoor terrace right by the waterside.
With many a throw back to chemistry lessons – test out the Colour Changing One – a cocktail featuring Ketel One vodka, Briottet apple, soda, citrus and a dash of magic! Or perhaps opt for the Lava Lamp or the fiery Caramelised Jungle Bird. Whatever your tastes, you’ll be sure to be intrigued and surprised by what’s on offer.
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Sky Bar, Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth
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Take in the sights of Portsmouth and the Solent at night as you sip cocktails at height at Spinnaker Tower’s Sky Bar.
Cocktails on the menu include Passion Fruit Martinis, Manhatans and the Sky Bar’s signature cocktail, The Spinnaker Tower, which features vodka, white rum, peach schnapps, sambuca and blue curacao.
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The SP Bar, Andover
On the edge of Andover town centre, The SP Bar serves up a variety of colourful cocktails, including your everyday favourites and its own specials including The SP-ecial Bubble cocktail and the SP Fruitopia.
Look out for the bar’s weekend bottomless brunch sessions, which also tend to include cocktails.
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Rita’s, Southampton
This Art Deco-style craft cocktail bar sits in the heart of Southampton’s Oxford Street. Rita’s cocktails have been carefully selected with special ingredients inspired to challenge your palate.
Pick from one of the Veterans’ signature cocktails such as Waterloo or DamBuster on the menu and a percentage of the money goes to a local veterans’ charity.
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Cabinet Rooms, Winchester
This small, independent coffee bar packs a punch when it comes to cocktails. Preferring not to go down the “High Street favourites”, Cabinet Rooms aims to add their own twist to classic and to encourage its guests to try something new. Their drinks list is changed seasonally so you can match your cocktail with the time of year.
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Bombay Sapphire Distillery, Laverstoke
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The home of the iconic blue bottles of Bombay Sapphire, this Laverstoke distillery can be explored on a variety of guided tours or experiences.
Learn how to make your own gin-based cocktails on a cocktail masterclass with one of Bombay Sapphire’s Gin Experts or test out the different botanical aromas to see which cocktail would best suit your palate.
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Escape Gin Bar, The New Forest
If you love your gins, then be sure to book a visit in to the Escape Gin Bar in the Thatched Cottage Hotel. Try one of the themed Gin Tasting Flights, whereby you can sample three different gins and tonics or select from the extensive gin menu.
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Many of our cocktail bars featured also offer alternative drinks for guests who are driving or do not drink alcohol, please enquire for details.
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Where Cocktails Meet Clouds & you can drink in the view 105 metres above the harbour at Spinnaker Tower Sky Bar. The perfect spot for cocktail lovers, those celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a night out with friends. The venue, on the middle floor above the Tower’s main viewing deck, offers spectacular views of Portsmouth Harbour and Isle of Wight. Visit at golden hour, sunset, or after dark. Without a doubt, Sky Bar has the best view. On the menu is a selection of timeless classics including a Manhattan, Old Fashioned, Whisky Sour, Passion fruit Martini, Champagne, sparkling and fine wines served by glass or bottle. Sky Bar is also offering its own signature, ‘The Spinnaker Tower’ cocktail.
The Bombay Sapphire Distillery based at Laverstoke Mill in rural Hampshire, just 15 miles from Winchester and 10 miles from Basingstoke. The Distillery is in a conservation area with over 1000 years of history. The distillery showcases the care, skill and artistry behind every drop of Bombay Sapphire, and allows you to discover the flavours of the botanicals which make Bombay Sapphire gin so unique.
1932 is Southampton's most luxurious and exclusive bar. Whether it be their signature caramel espresso martini's or a classic whisky sour they have the cocktail for you. A sixty capacity all seated lounge bar where you can enjoy the finest cocktails alongside unrivalled service. A view of the cities beautiful parks is a must whether it be inside on 1932's black velvet furniture or outside on their top floor roof terrace.
Cabinet Rooms is a local family-run and 100% independent coffee shop and bar in Winchester. Based on Jewry Street, opposite the theatre and library, it's just a short walk from the High Street and train station.
Located in the centre of Brockenhurst in the New Forest National Park, this charming Grade 2 listed hotel dates back to 1627 and is within easy walking distance of the forest. The hotel offers a comfortable tea room and garden for you to enjoy morning coffee, afternoon tea and the New Forest’s only gin bar! There are lots of excellent restaurants and pubs to be found within 5 minutes walk of the hotel. Free parking is available and the hotel is only 3 minutes walk from Brockenhurst train station. Dogs are very welcome here!
