Norwich Cocktail Week

03/08/2024

'Stranger in a Dark Room'.


sultry entry for

washed rum

Coconut oil washed

infused vermouth.

Tried it. Bold, big flavoured, mysterious.

02/08/2024

Let's talk bitters. These little bottles do so much more than gather dust on the back bar. What is an old fashioned without bitters? Why it's just sweetened whiskey. Each of these little bottles contains a highly concentrated flavour. They are generally added to a cocktail the same way you season food, and yes, that does mean more by a professional than you do at home.
They normally contain a bittering agent, and most of them were originally sold as medicines or tonics. A few drops go a long way and can take a drink to a new level. If you are getting some for home, then angostura bitters are the best starting point. They are the bitters most people have encountered even available in supermarkets. From there, it becomes more complex. My second choice would be an orange bitters. These don't exactly taste orange. Rather, they add a suggestion of orange to a drink. Then the world is your oyster. Cacao, celery, umami, all sorts of flavour profiles go forth and collect little bottles of strange flavours to improve your drinks.

02/08/2024

“Stranger in a Dark Room”
Made with Strangers Bom Jesus coffee. Dark Room Chocolate
An adapted boulevardier with chocolate washed golden rum, coffee infused sweet vermouth, and coconut oil washed campari.
Availble
They describe it as - a silken embrace of a drink with rich flavours perfect for the October evening.
£7.50
Available only over Cocktail Week.
Week

26/07/2024

Hello again, Arthur here for more behind the bar, and next on the agenda is the booze. I'm going to run you through a few of my faves in a few versatile categories. If you are starting out in cocktails, it can be a bit daunting knowing what to pick up.
We will go through a few bourbon options first. Without a doubt, a misunderstood drink. I love bourbon and its versatility.it can be bold and boozy (old fashioned, manhattan) but it can also work really well in a fruity drink (whiskey sour, or an fave a bourbon renewal) some of the best bourbons are easy to find Buffalo trace is my must get bottle. It's super accessible and the most versatile of the ones shown. Brilliant in a booze forward drink but also strong enough to stand up to lemon in a whiskey sour. I love four roses as well. I have used it a couple of times for the Rotters Club as an affordable decent bourbon. And finally, bulleit if you want something a little less subtle and a bit more on the nose. If you want to feel like a cowboy, bulleit is the one.
Gins a great spirit that no home bar should be without. There is so much variety in this category. I'm just going to talk about the London dry style. The type of Gin that you can mix with the easiest. Beefeater is a great no-nonsense London dry, always affordable, consistent, and available. It's great in any cocktail that calls for a gin. This would be my pick for must-have.
You can go a bit more interesting and get something a bit more flavoursome. In which case roku or botanist. Roku is subtle and a little more floral, great with tonic and in cocktails when you want fewer juniper notes. Botanist is a bit more robust and works well when you want a strong gin flavour in your drink. A couple of outliers I really rate bathtub gin. It is very junipery and heavy on flavour, so maybe not as versatile but interesting. And no. 3 is another usable in anything. Ginny enough in a martini but as at home in a bee's knees or gimlet.
That is enough waffle for this week. But keep your eyes peeled for more bar related nerdery

23/07/2024

Time for another cocktail fact.

This week…..the Negroni 😋😋😋

22/07/2024

Sticking the the rhubarb theme…how about this Rhubarb and Custard Sour from the one and only 😍😍😍

Another of our favourite Norfolk institutes serving up delicious cocktails, tasty af food and the most spectacular views 😍😍 🦌🌳

CocktailFestival .

22/07/2024

Yes we’re “Norwich” Cocktail Week, but we still want to shout loud and proud about the fabulous cocktails Norfolk has to offer! 😍

Take this gem from the guys for example …

A Rhubarb Yoghurt Negroni

A crazy beautiful concoction from the .uk folks who’ve knocked it out the park once again. Delish!

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Have you visited the Walpole yet??? 👇🏽

19/07/2024

Hello, I am Arthur Bar Manager and founder of , and I will be getting us ready for this year's cocktail week with a series of behind the bar posts. I'll be sharing recipes and tricks of the trade. First things first equipment.
I like to use Boston shakers. The tins are lighter and less stress on the shoulders than glass and more controlled than the 3 piece cobbler.
But you can use whatever shaker you feel comfortable with. If you don't have a shaker, take a tip from and use a Mason jar.
I recommend getting a measuring jigger. The one in the picture is a japanese jigger in 50ml and 25ml measure. Again, find a measure that you are comfortable with, but precision is key to making good cocktails. Free pouring looks cool, but a really good cocktail is about balance.
Then we are looking at strainers. If you are using two part shakers like this or a Mason jar, get a hawthorn strainer. The spring helps you to fit it to most openings snuggly. This will stop the bust up and melted shaker ice from going in your glass. A fine mesh strainer is a must for drinks with fruit pulp in, but I recommend using one for most cocktails. It will stop you getting little shards of ice in your drinks and help keep the texture right.
Finally, a barspoon. This is vital to me personally. I love stirred cocktails more than I probably should and would not be without my barspoon. The long handle and twisted metal both looks cool and helps with control whilst stirring. I have a collection of mixing glasses, but I am a bit of a nerd. You don't need one. The cup of your shaker or a jar will do as good a job as you need.

16/07/2024

Ooh this is interesting! Did you know? 🍹

15/07/2024

Classic cocktails crafted to perfection by the team 😋😋😋

Have you tried a cocktail there? 👇🏽

13/07/2024

Flashback to last years’ Cocktail entry by 😋

The Candy Pop was made with coconut rum and homemade Norfolk honey popping candy! Wowza 😍

They also hold cocktail masterclasses so get in touch if you fancy booking!

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12/07/2024

Another fabulous bar taking part in our trails this year!
bar bang out the coolest cocktails. Have you tried them yet? 😋

10/07/2024

Look at this pretty cocktail from the team 🥰

They’ll be taking part in the Cocktail Trail this year- keep your eyes peeled for the maps which will be available in a few weeks!

Also featured in the pic is who along with are our office sponsors ✌🏽😋❤️

09/07/2024

Daiquiri fact incoming! 😍

Did you know this?

09/07/2024

Flashback to last year and our Cocktail Championships! 😍🍸

Norfolk is home to so many wonderful producers- and lots of you took part in last year!

So, how are you taking part this year? Events? Special edition cocktail flavours? Special offers?

Drop us a DM 🤩

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02/07/2024

It’s time for our next cocktail fact of the week!

What do you think of blue curacao? Love it or hate it? 🧐

01/07/2024

Calling all Norwich bars! 📣

Do you think you can create the BEST cocktail of 2024?

Well we’re holding a competition! The only stipulation is that it needs to include an ingredient from Norfolk or a Norfolk brand 🍸

Cocktails will be judged on flavour, appearance and creativity- and will be judged by a group of cocktail experts, bar owners, food professionals and cocktail enthusiasts 😍

Judging commences at the start of NN Cocktail Week with the winning cocktail announced on the 25th October.

Deadline is October 1st 2024. Submit via a DM or drop us an email 😍

Prizes are being finalised as we speak…and there are some goodies 😍😍😍

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28/06/2024

Tom Collins

£7.50
with a hint of lemon and lime
only available over Cocktail Week .

25/06/2024

Danni from here! 👋

I’m doing a weekly appearance on the NNCOCKTAILWEEK insta with a cocktail fact 😍🍸

Follow us for more facts, bar features, cocktail recipes and of course all the latest info on Norwich Cocktail Week 😍😍😍

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10/06/2024

Introducing our chosen charity for 2024!

Eating Matters is a Norfolk based charity that does some incredible work helping people in the area with mild to moderate eating disorders.

From both personal experience within the Norwich Cocktail Week team and also from experiences we've heard from others, it is clear just how important the work they do is.

So please get involved in Norwich Cocktail Week this year and help us raise as much as we can for this fantastic charity!

15/04/2024

SAVE THE DATE!!!

18th-27th October

DM us if you want to get involved 😍😍😍
We’re also on the look out for anyone who wants to take over the organisation and promotion of as Danni and Zena are stepping away after this year.

If you think you have what it takes, want to help support the nightlife of Norfolk and Norwich, and have a penchant for cocktails….let us know ❤️

07/11/2023

26/10/2023

20/10/2023

This year’s Norwich Cocktail Week is well underway, with this weekend being the big finale of a fantastic week!

Our submission is Quince Harry, which is still available for £7.50 while stocks last!
- Norfolk Selection Quince Whisky Liqueur 🐶
- Havana Club Cuban Spiced Rum 🇨🇺
- Apricot Brandy 🥃
- Spiced Honey and Ginger Syrup 🍯
- Orgeat
- Lime

18/10/2023

Feel Coolio Cucumber at 🥒

Made with gin, agave, and sour orange for (and we quote) a gangster's paradise in your mouth 😉

Available all of Norwich Cocktail Week ✌️

Big thanks to our sponsors and and the team , , , , , , for making Norwich Cocktail Week possible.

17/10/2023

Classy Cosmopolitan from 🍸

Pure and simple, it's made from cranberry juice, vodka, Cointreau, and lime juice.

Available the whole of Norwich Cocktail Week ✌️

17/10/2023

Tajin Margarita 🍹

Made with mezcal tequila, triple sec, agave, lime, and a Tajin salt rim. It goes great with food (and must be ordered with it anyway due to their license, so you might as well go all out 🤷🏻‍♀️).

Take the flavour home with you by buying the tajin from their retail shelf.

Available all of Norwich Cocktail Week.

17/10/2023

Get Tropicolada at

Made with Havana club cuban spiced, dmf mango, funkin' pina colada mix, and pineapple 🍍

It'll take you to dreamy tropical beaches 🍹

Available the whole of Norwich Cocktail Week.

16/10/2023

Hibiscus and Yuzu Gin Sour 🍹

This fruity little number is non-alcoholic so everyone can enjoy it!

Available all of Norwich Cocktail Week