Norfolk


<p>With over 30 bars shaking things up with exclusive offers (yes, £7.50 cocktails!) and <a href="https://norwichcocktailweek.co.uk/events/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">curated events</a>, <a href="https://norwichcocktailweek.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Norwich Cocktail Week</a> (<strong>Fri 26 Sept – Sun 5 Oct</strong>) is a spirited celebration of the city’s liquid artistry. This year, they&#8217;ve really raised the bar with a slick new app that puts everything you need to know at your fingertips – making it easier than ever to sip your way around the city.</p>



<p>Follow one of five themed cocktail trails through Norwich’s buzzing bar scene – the perfect excuse to try something new while ticking off your old favourites. Complete a trail and there’s a tasty little reward waiting at one of the venues. To whet your whistle before the main event kicks off, here are a few of our favourite participating bars for a night of stirring, shaking, and sipping…</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-cosy-club-london-street-mint-trail"><a href="https://cosyclub.co.uk/location/norwich/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cosy Club</a>, London Street, Mint Trail </h2>



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<p>Housed in the beautifully restored former National Provincial Bank, Cosy Club is a true gem of Norwich’s cocktail scene. With its original glass-domed ceiling and opulent interiors – including three stunning private dining rooms and a characterful old bank vault – this venue oozes historic charm with a touch of glamour. Whether you&#8217;re dropping in for brunch or settling in for an evening of cocktails, the warm, welcoming vibe and expertly mixed drinks make it a must-visit stop on your trail. On <strong>Thu 2 Oct</strong>, join them for a cocktail-making masterclass with nibbles – book your spot <a href="https://norwichcocktailweek.co.uk/events/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-tipsyjar-redwell-street-watermelon-trail"><a href="https://tipsyjar.co.uk">TipsyJar</a>, Redwell Street, Watermelon Trail </h2>



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<p>This city bar is a stylish setting for many a merry rendezvous &#8211; Cocktail Week or not &#8211; with its cool marble and exposed brick warmed by plenty of bare wood and tactile velvet. Renowned for their impressive concoctions, the Kinda Bueno above is a chocolate lovers dream, so we are particularly looking forward to seeing what they pour out their shakers in honour of the week. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jdoeandco/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">J Doe and Co.</a>,  Tipsy Jar&#8217;s little sister on Charing Cross, is also participating and hosting daily masterclasses throughout the week. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-harry-s-soul-station-adelaide-street-citrus-trail"><a href="https://harrys-soul-station.square.site">Harry&#8217;s Soul Station</a>, Adelaide Street, Citrus Trail</h2>



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<p>For a relaxed, casual vibe (and serving the kind of food you need to mop up some of those spirits) it&#8217;s got to be the two-time Muddy Award-winning, Harry&#8217;s Soul Station. Perhaps best known for their cracking street food which originated from <a href="https://www.harryssoultrain.com">Harry&#8217;s Soul Train</a>, yet the permanent site on Adelaide Street is a cocktail lovers dream with masterclasses available to book where you&#8217;ll learn to perfect some of Harry&#8217;s signature drinks. As part of Norwich Cocktail Week, join them on <strong>Sat 27 Sep</strong> for a free tequila tasting. <a href="https://www.harryssoulstation.com/free-tequila-tasting" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Book here</a>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-11th-amp-social-upper-king-street-ice-trail"><a href="https://11thandsocial.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">11th &amp; Social</a>, Upper King Street, Ice Trail</h2>



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<p>Nestled in twinkly Tombland, 11th &amp; Social  brings a taste of the New York bar scene to your Cocktail Week revelries. The mixologist-owner has worked at a string of cool London cocktail bars and has twice been nominated for the UK’s best bartender so you can expect to drink well-balanced, properly executed cocktails whilst soaking up the soundtrack of funk, disco and acid jazz.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-mr-postles-apothecary-upper-king-street-star-anise-trail"><a href="https://mrpostlesapothecary.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mr Postles Apothecary</a>, Upper King Street, Star Anise Trail</h2>



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<p>Styled as an 1820s apothecary, this bar is tended by chemists, rather than baristas, who are happy to prescribe you something medicinal over the counter. There’s resident DJ tunes at weekends and the theatrical concoctions served smoking or on fire will have you reaching for your camera with every order.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-rooftop-gardens-rose-lane-ice-trail"><a href="https://www.rooftopgardens.co.uk/"><strong>Rooftop Gardens</strong></a><strong>, </strong>Rose Lane, Ice Trail</h2>



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<p>Located on top of a brutalist 1970s office block, the Rooftop Gardens has 360-degree panoramic views of the city’s best landmarks – spot the Cathedral, Castle and Carrow Road while selecting your cocktail. There’s heaters and a retractable cover outside, but if you&#8217;re not dressed for the autumnal weather, you can still admire the stunning Norwich skyline from the warm and glam interior.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-gonzos-tea-room-london-street-star-anise-trail"><a href="https://www.gonzostearoom.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gonzos Tea Room</a>, London Street, Star Anise Trail</h2>



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<p>Dive bar or cocktail heaven? Gonzos&#8217; ground-level bar somehow pulls off both. A quirky retro setting which always has a party atmosphere, the cocktail menu is brilliant with plenty of classics and unique creations to choose from &#8211; oolong whiskey sour anyone? The bartenders know their stuff, whipping up drinks with flair and precision. You can chill in the bar or take your cocktail to the twinkly rooftop seating area with heaters which pack a serious (warm) punch. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-chambers-cocktail-company-wensum-street-watermelon-trail"><a href="https://chamberscocktailcompany.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chambers Cocktail Company</a>, Wensum Street, Watermelon Trail</h2>



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<p>Cocktail heels and sequins at the ready for this sumptuously styled high-end bar which calls for glitz, glamour and a spirit of adventure. Pull up a canary yellow bar stool and try something new and interesting from its ever-changing menu of hand-crafted cocktails, using homegrown ingredients and unusual botanicals. We&#8217;ll be ordering a Mary Berry &#8211; a delightful mix of sloe gin, crème de mure, Pimms, berry tea syrup, cranberry, almond, strawberry jam and lemon. Fancy a go yourself? <a href="https://norwichcocktailweek.co.uk/events/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Book a spot</a> on the cocktail making masterclass on <strong>Sat 4 Oct</strong>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-drawing-rooms-pottergate-star-anise-trail"><a href="https://www.drawingroomsnorwich.co.uk">The Drawing Rooms</a>, Pottergate, Star Anise Trail</h2>



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<p>Love the character of a speakeasy? Then The Drawing Rooms should be on your cocktail hit list where it&#8217;s Art Deco vibes a go go. Found in a former architects office there&#8217;s plenty of nods to its former life alongside the cosy booths, burnt orange, plush pink and deep green furnishings. We particularly love the dark wooden bar, parquet floor and the Old Fashioned&#8217;s if you&#8217;re offering. Cheers.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-last-st-georges-street-watermelon-trail"><a href="https://thelastnorwich.co.uk">The Last</a>, St Georges Street, Watermelon Trail</h2>



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<p>After a decade working at The Ritz, Sebastian Taylor is bringing a touch of glitz, ritz and glam to the county with The Last. Found in a former shoe factory, and fun fact, named after the mould that shoes are made from, this buzzy bar is bang slap in the middle of Norwich&#8217;s creative quarter and serves up such artistic cocktail creations, the students at the nearby University of the Arts would be impressed. The Last is hosting two masterclasses during the week (one is sold out already) so <a href="https://norwichcocktailweek.co.uk/events/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">book your space</a>, quick!</p>



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