Auckland’s latest hotel rooftop bar, Bar Albert, has launched its winter cocktail menu.
The new menu embodies the evolution of Bar Albert as a premier establishment at the forefront of Auckland’s cocktail scene, presenting a collection of 28 new and enticing signature drinks that captivate the senses and tell the story of speak-easy style bars.
Drawing inspiration from the rich heritage of mixology and the ‘four corners’ of the world, Bar Albert has curated an extraordinary selection of bespoke cocktails that reflect the bar’s commitment to authenticity, attention to detail, and the use of independent alcohol and spirits garnished with locally sourced, fresh ingredients.
Themed by Auckland street names, Bar Albert’s new signature drinks have been designed to delight and intrigue even the most discerning cocktail connoisseurs. From the Surrey Crescent, a tantalising blend of The Botanist Gin, Brokenheart quince liqueur, pineapple chilli shrub, and rhubarb scrub to the remarkable Richmond Road, which combines Arran Sherry Cask Whisky, fig syrup, beetroot syrup, and orange blossom water, Bar Albert’s winter concoctions look to deliver a supreme sensory experience.
Robbie Douglas, Bar Albert’s Head Mixologist and Bar Manager, said that at Bar Albert, the belief is that guests should not only taste their beverages but also be treated to an experiential level of bartending and service where all the senses are heightened.
“Our winter menu transports our guests to the golden era of speak-easy bars and offers an immersive global journey through flavours and stories, taking inspiration from the likes of Mexico, where traditional Horchata Rice Milk is made and showcasing how we’ve replicated that in our cocktails. Each Bar Albert cocktail is an opportunity for cocktail enthusiasts to explore a fusion of local and global flavours and learn about the ingredients' origins while enjoying our unparalleled, panoramic lofty views from 38 stories high above Auckland city. The Bar Albert team has embarked on a quest for excellence, exploring the top 100 bars worldwide and foraging local areas of Auckland to ensure our cocktails are original and present a truly unique and immersive drinking experience."
Bar Albert is the crowning jewel on Level 38 of the Voco Auckland City Centre hotel. It offers guests a sophisticated, sky-high spot to mingle with spectacular views, an open-air deck, and a private event space.
