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7 New Bars + Bars News | September 2018

September 2, 2018 No Comments

Spring into these new Melbourne bars pronto… East Brunswick HotelΒ  The 19th century pub gets a new lease on life with a public bar – and one pound meatballs – downstairs and cocktail balcony upstairs. 280 Lygon street, Brunswick East   View this post on Instagram   A post shared […]

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Citrus gin lovers: @bombaysapphire has a new - li Citrus gin lovers: @bombaysapphire has a new -  limited release - baby that you should seek out. "Premier Cru" brings a spot of Spanish sunshine to our shores. Jump to my story for details... πŸ‹
The distilleries are coming to the city! Every S The distilleries are coming to the city! 

Every Saturday for the next four weeks, @thestolengem is being taken over by a unique local craft spirit maker. From noon to 4pm, you can perch on the rooftop for neat tastings, limited-time-only cocktail menus (designed to showcase each spirit at its best), and enlightening chats with the head distillers themselves. 

The line-up:
The Bathtub Gin Company (Brunswick) 23/04 
JimmyRum (Dromana) 30/04
Chiefs Son Distillery Whisky (Somerville) 07/05
Killik Handcrafted Rum (Belgrave) 14/05
Did you know there are about 1,578* different song Did you know there are about 1,578* different songs about sipping rye whiskey in existence? And that it's Record Store Day tomorrow? 

To toast the occasion, @thegospelwhiskey are running around town shouting 400 Gospel rye and drys to vinyl lovers from 2-7pm on the day. 

They're starting at Natural Selection, then journeying to Skydiver, Plug Seven Records, Wah Wah Records, The Searchers and ending up at Northside Records.

*Totally made up stat, but there are lots. πŸ₯ƒ
Sparkles in my glass. Lobster on my lips. Making Sparkles in my glass.
Lobster on my lips.

Making this Autumn weekend a little bit more special, taking my little sister to bottomless brunch at new(ish) local rooftop @montrosesocial (thank you for the invitation!) πŸ₯‚πŸΉ
Guaranteed to make your life sparklier! πŸ’₯ The P Guaranteed to make your life sparklier! πŸ’₯ The Prosecco Festival returns this weekend with 2 bubbly sessions to choose from: a lazy daytime Saturday session or a let's-go-dancing-afterwards evening sesh.

Abbotsford Convent will be brimming with dozens of all-included Italian and Australian Proseccos to taste. Plus, winemaker chats, @aperolspritzau, sounds, @ganzo_cucina pizza, @johntheoysterbloke's oysters, @thatsamorecheese, @aranciniart, @vandivino,  @abruzzolab's arrosticini and Italiano bites by @zsas_bar_bistro_deli
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Tix -> @theproseccofestival

 La dolce Vita indeed! πŸ₯‚πŸ₯‚πŸ₯‚
I found the perfect mid-week date night/mates nigh I found the perfect mid-week date night/mates night! πŸ₯“πŸΈ

Saltsmith are taking up residence at @patientwolfgin's Southbank distillery for a session that sees a trio of craft bacons paired with custom cocktails! Plus enlightening chats by the expert makers and shakers.

Only $39 per person too. Jump to @saltsmith_bacon for booking details and join us there for salty junipery goodness this Wednesday evening (or the next).
New Southbank bar alert: this is the top deck view New Southbank bar alert: this is the top deck view at @yarrabotanica - afloat from today upon Melbourne's most iconic river. The menu is focused on local produce and sustainability. All of the beer, wine and spirits are Victorian; so invite your interstate friends along for a spritz sometime soon!

Find Yarra Botanica at Sandridge Bridge, Southbank.
Explore the art of cocktailing this weekend, as @d Explore the art of cocktailing this weekend, as @drinks_by_loro takes up residence at @attheabove gallery to officially launch their debut bottled cocktail collection. This Saturday, for a very limited time only, you’ll find a DJ, Loro art installations, canapes and a legit cocktail bar developed by world-class bartender @OrlandoMarzo. There will also be an intimate Boujee Brunch on Sunday to further explore cocktails alongside dishes by @Napier_Quarter chef @EileenHorsnell. The pop-up bar will then be open from 3pm Sunday for those who are curious without a ticket. Tix -> search 'Loro' at @eventbrite
New bar alert: @thestolengem has opened to the pub New bar alert: @thestolengem has opened to the public tonight. The cocktail menu makes stars of Australian craft spirits and liqueurs. Speaking of stars, you can probably spy a few up here after dark, glittering over the cityscape views, from their open-air rooftop. Order artisan maki by @uminono_melbourne while you wait for the sun to go down.

Steal the night away at Level 8 / 388 Bourke Street, Melbourne.

/ Got a hot tip on a bar that's opening soon? DM me.
29 and sunny on Sunday. Lucky I know where to find 29 and sunny on Sunday. Lucky I know where to find some tropic vibes and plenty of rum... πŸ₯ƒπŸŒ΄β˜€οΈ

The I Hart Rum festival is (finally) happening at Whitehart. There will be 80+ rums to try from award-winning local distillers and famous international makers, a Jamaican food truck, DJ sets, cocktail bars, masterclasses and tasty goods to take home. See you there x

Tix -> @ihartrum
Well hello 2022. Here are 8 thirst-quenching thin Well hello 2022. 
Here are 8 thirst-quenching things to do.

Link in bio.
Sneaky peek. Suburban. Speakeasy. Sips. 🍸 Take Sneaky peek.
Suburban.
Speakeasy.
Sips. 🍸

Take a look at my Story now to preview the brand new cocktails - inspired by 1920s classics - now at @naughtgin's distillery bar.
πŸ₯ƒ 1 week to go until The Melbourne Whisky Show: πŸ₯ƒ 1 week to go until The Melbourne Whisky Show: Breakout Edition!πŸ₯ƒ

There will be 40 different whiskies to taste from 16+ labels in the relaxed, elegant, uncrowded surrounds of Batman's Hill on Collins. Try Australian exclusives, limited editions and new-to-Oz bottles (and stock up on the good stuff for Xmas).

Tix - Wsky.me/melbshow
About last night... The Australian Distilled Spir About last night...

The Australian Distilled Spirits Awards by Melbourne Royal happened! Below are all the winners. This list has some delicious 100% local, craft spirits on it. It's a great way to ensure you're buying a bottle of something everybody will love for the silly season and know which makers are the ones to watch in 2022. 

Champion Whisky – @archierosesyd – Rye Malt Whisky

Champion London Dry Gin – @neverneverdistillingco – Triple Juniper Export Strength Gin

Champion New World / Contemporary Gin – @naughtgin – Naught Australian Dry Gin

Champion Navy Gin – @neverneverdistillingco – Juniper Freak Gin

Champion Other Gin (that's not London Dry, New World or Navy) – @Imbuedistillery – Suburban Barrel Aged Gin

Champion Vodka – @mobiusdistilling – 38 Special

Champion Brandy – @stagnesbrandy – St Agnes Imperial 20 YO

Raymond β€˜Spike’ Dessert III Trophy for Champion Rum – @bundabergrum Distilling Company – Master Distillers' Collection Small Batch Reserve

Champion Cane Spirit – @jimmyrumdistillery – JimmyRum Silver

Champion Liqueur – @mobiusdistilling – Moreau Apple Pie

Champion Alternative Spirit – @boatrockerbrew – Boatrocker Coolship Rye

Champion Aromatic – Cap & Bells – @marionetteliqueur Bitter Orange Curacao

Champion Vermouth – @regalrogue – Regal Rogue Lively White

Champion Small Batch Spirit – @chiefssondistillery – Cask Expression Release 4 Imperial Stout

Champion Micro Batch Spirit – @ginnypigdistillery – Botanic

Champion Victorian Gin – @naughtgin – Naught Australian Dry Gin

Champion Victorian Distillery – @jimmyrumdistillery πŸ₯ƒ

Champion Australian Distiller – @neverneverdistillingco 🍸
So...there are 17 great new bars around Melbourne. So...there are 17 great new bars around Melbourne. Given the era, it's basically our duty to support them, right! Where are you going and who are you taking with you this weekend? 
Discover them all. Link in bio.

πŸ“Έ @griffinsimm (European hotel) @nicolocity (Fable)
A new pink gin has arrived and it's an ode to Turk A new pink gin has arrived and it's an ode to Turkish Delight (never fear, it's not sweet). But it is for a limited time only. Gin collectors: find out more in my Story live now.
πŸ₯ƒ Your view should look something like this for πŸ₯ƒ Your view should look something like this for the next 2 weeks. Melbourne's first @whisky_week starts today!

Dozens of local and international distillers, bars & events are celebrating damn fine drops. Find a "to do" to suit you at whiskyweek.com.au. πŸ₯ƒ
22 and mostly sunny tomorrow, just sayin'. This p 22 and mostly sunny tomorrow, just sayin'.

This pink gin spritz is designed for picnics and it tastes of freedom and joy! Generously serves you and up to 4 fully-vaxxxed friends from two households. 😏

Recipe link in bio.
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