The alcohol scene in Singapore is making an epic comeback and imbibers like ourselves are fully embracing it. It was only months ago that the Lion City finally lifted its 10:30pm drinking laws. Let’s hope we never have to live through that again!
From Las Palmas Rooftop Bar in Novena, Ginger.Lily’s launch of 17 spirit-forward cocktails to the arrival of Wakefield Taylors Masterstroke series, here’s what you should be drinking this month.
Las Palmas Rooftop Bar: Downtown LA vibes in Novena
Las Palmas Rooftop Bar is perched on level 33 of Courtyard by Marriott Singapore Novena. Designed by Emma Maxwell Design, a luxurious interiors specialist, the bar exudes fabulous downtown LA vibes and boasts spellbindingly beautiful city views! You know you’re in good hands when the drinks menu is curated by Proof and Company expertly executed by award-winning bartender Ron Aransay.
Kickstart your day or evening with Las Palmas Rooftop Bar’s signature caffeinated tipple, Let’s Irish Up That Coffee ($25++) which features Irish Whiskey, coffee liqueur, cold brew and oat milk vanilla. For something stronger sans caffeine, opt for cocktail creations under their Strong & Brooding section, such as Nighthawks ($25++) or L.A. Confidential ($25++).
Ginger.Lily: New Bar Located in Hilton Singapore Orchard
Ginger.Lily is situated on the fifth level of the newly revamped Hilton Singapore Orchard Hotel. Helmed by Head Mixologist Michael Mendoza, the bar’s extensive drinks menu ‘Bloom’, boasts 17 spirit-forward, botanical-inspired craft cocktails. Visually stunning tipples such as never-seen-before inventions and unique renditions of classics await!
In Full Bloom ($22++) and Birds & The Bees ($30++) are two of their bestselling creations. The former sees a medley of herbs and fruits steeped in Rinquinquin (a white wine-based peach aperitif) in a Porthole infuser. The latter features a tropical concoction of pineapple, jackfruit & passionfruit, topped with Aberfeldy Whisky and served with a block of honeycomb.
House of Suntory: Autumnal Cocktails at Six Locations
From now till Monday, 31st October 2022, look forward to a selection of handcrafted Japanese cocktails inspired by autumn, crafted with Roku Gin, Haku Vodka and Chita Whisky. Exclusively available at six partner bars, namely Akira Black, LUMO, Neon Pigeon, Tess Bar, The Guild and VUE.
We got to try the three unique autumnal tipples exclusively available at Neon Pigeon, namely Jagaimo, Ringo and Mepuru. Using ingredients such as Nasi Pear, Fuji Apple and more, one could say that House of Suntory has effortlessly brought Momijigari to Singapore!
These seasonal Momijigari cocktails at Neon Pigeon are priced at $25++ each.
Ka-EN Grill & Sushi Bar: New Japanese Izakaya
A concept by En Dining Group, Ka-EN Grill & Sushi Bar sits on the ground floor of The Capitol Kempinski. We love its comprehensive menu which offers a wide range of Japanese dishes; as well as a sake list that covers the various prefectures of Japan. It’s also worth mentioning that the new establishment opens till midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
Regardless of whether you prefer your sake hot or cold, light or rich, sweet or spicy, there’s surely something that will catch your fancy here! Still can’t decide? Then order a Ka-En Otsumami with Sake Flight ($39) which features three glasses of 50ml seasonal sake with spear squid filled with eggs, simmered herring roe with kelp, jelly fish marinated in lemon.
Masterstroke Collection from Wakefield Taylors Family Wines
Wine enthusiasts, rejoice! The award-winning Masterstroke collection from Wakefield Taylors Family Wines has arrived in Singapore, namely Masterstroke Shiraz 2019; Masterstroke Cabernet Sauvignon 2019; and Masterstroke Cabernet Shiraz 2016. The Masterstroke series celebrates Down Under’s wine regions as a limitless inspiration for wine making.
We were incredibly lucky to have sampled all three Masterstroke wines from the collection paired with Yi Restaurant’s exquisite Chinese delicacies, hosted by Neil Hadley MW, General Manager of Wakefield Taylor Family Wines. Each premium bottle spotlights a regional terroir and you can find them at all Bottles & Bottles stores islandwide at $58 each.
Disclaimer: We were guests of Bottles & Bottles, Ginger.Lily, House of Suntory, Ka-EN Grill & Sushi Bar and Las Palmas Rooftop Bar, but all opinions remain our own.
No Comments