Damson Gin: the bar with no name VS the Charles Lamb

The gauntlet has been thrown!

As Autumn roles around, wild plum trees yield fresh damson berries and the stroll towards the winter period begins, the two venues are busy preparing batches of homemade Damson Gin. Who will create better results though? The bar with no name are utilising their knowledge gained from work in the lab so are bringing a new school method to the mix whilst the Charles Lamb are sticking with the more traditional (slow) techniques. All bets are on.

Staff win Prizes!

Competition success is following the 69 staff, with Ryan winning regional finals in both the N0.3 Gin and 209 Gin competitions to make it through to the National finals of each over the next few weeks.

Meanwhile, Stu took top honours at the Pernod Ricard competition- Free Pour- fighting off high standards from competitors around the country to place first and win himself a trip to Cuba and the title of Lord of the Free Pour.

Congrats!

Kigo and the bar with no name with Roland Mouret

Kigo and 69 Colebrooke Row sponsored the hotly anticipated launch of the inaugural men’s collection from distinguished designer Roland Mouret.
Featuring bespoke Kigo cocktails designed by Tony, the drinks formed an elegant backbone to a sophisticated evening.
'The Miracle' featured green tea and mint infused Kigo stirred down with Grey Goose and garnished with an origami fan.

Legendary Drinkers through the bar with no name

We’d like to highlight a few of our international guests who cannot make it into the bar on a regular basis, but when the opportunity arises, are sure to be found at the bar with no name.

Heath is well known throughout many of the bars around the world, and is identifiable by his dapper attire and knowledge of classic libations. An eclectic palate and sophisticated drinker, we ask those who have the opportunity to host him to greet him cordially and enjoy his witty charm.

Also a regular to grace the bar again was Ernesto. Hailing from Mexico he once again visited us within the bar for the duration of his trip. Particularly interesting on this occasion was his unique ordering- not only asking for recommendations and any favourites of the moment, he would follow each choice with a contrasting request; a Communist was followed by a call for a Capitalist, a rich drink followed by a request for a poor drink... Again, if you have the pleasure to encounter him, send him our regards and look after him well. He even brought us presents from Mexico!

Live music- tonight! Sunday 26th September!

Tonight we welcome to the bar with no name the first appearance of The Jazz in Paris Project. Live tonight from 8.30


An introduction:
The Jazz In Paris project is French-American singer eVe Buigues accompanied by Scottish guitarist Kevin Glasgow. The Jazz In Paris Project bring a fresh and innovative approach to jazz with their original French adaptations of familiar jazz tunes, their unique take on traditional standards, and their smooth versions of unexpected hit songs such as The Eurythmics' Sweet Dreams and Prince's quintessential Kiss.
In a charming, unassuming way, The Jazz in Paris Project bring a touch of class and the enticing sound of Parisian romance to any event. A former Los Angeles resident, eVe Buigues is well-known for her singing work on various American TV series (Jag, Andy Richter Controls The Universe), films (Notorious C.H.O., The Antwone Fisher Story), and major artists' albums (Michael Jackson, Rodney Jerkins). A prolific songwriter, she recorded three full-length albums with LA band Jariya, and the soundtrack for several films featuring star comedian Margaret CHO (Notorious C.H.O, Revolution, I'm The One That I Want, Bam Bam and Celeste, The Grocery Store), as well as for the History Channel, Star Crossed, and Joe Black's School of Rock.

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Cocktail Masterclass

The 69 Colebrooke master class experience will give you hands on, one on one training with 2 of our world renowned bartenders. You will not only get behind the bar and make the drinks yourself, but learn the history and creation process of the drinks, hopefully inspiring you to go home and create your own recipes. Just in time for holiday gatherings!

These specific classes will be filled at 25 people per class, but private classes are also available for booking and the drink menu can be catered to your wishes.
The cost is £35 per person and will include an introduction, the 2 hour class, all supplies and snacks and nibbles for all attending!

These classes will fill quickly, so contact us to reserve your space today at drinks@69colebrookerow.com

Dates for the Diary

Autumn Class
25th September
Focus on Whisk(e)y and Bourbon based cocktails

Halloween Class
30th October
Spooky and Fun

Thanksgiving
20th November
Seasonal drinks

Horseradish Vodka

You've tasted it, now you can buy it!
Being utilised in the 69 Bloody Mary (our favourite so far in the saga of bloody marys- now with homemade tabasco, celery salt and black pepper tincture!) and in a variation at the Charles Lamb, it is now also available to buy at the bar with no name at a bargain price of £12.

Cold distilled at low pressure, it retains all the bite of fresh horseradish. Pungent, fiery, and highly fragrant.

Sealed with a kiss

The developments of homemade, edible lipstick have come to fruition. Scented with the notes of the drink- with hints of raspberry, rose, grapefruit and violet, and in a rich dragon blood red- the recognisable lipstick smear adorns the lip of the flute. Painting the image of a beautiful film noir femme fatale leaving her mark of glamourised femininity fleetingly on the glass...

UNLEASHED!

The 6 y o, available from.... now!

Having taken a while to reach maturity, it would be a shame to see it vanish away too swiftly (even though it tastes truly incredible)- so access is limited. One per group, and on a first come, first served basis.

Please be considerate to those who may not make it in today; there's only one bottle!

Rhubarb gin available at The Charles Lamb

Small bottles of Rhubarb gin are available for a mere £12 from the Charles Lamb whilst stocks last. Made at the bar with no name during the short burst when rhubarb was at its peak, two variants are on offer. The early season rhubarb has a softer pink hue- more orange, with a balance of tart, sharp rhubarb coupled with the pine notes of juniper. The new season is a more vibrant pink with a fuller, earthy nose. Both have a delicate, but sophisticated palate, perfect for cocktails (plesae ask for suggestions) or in classic highballs (a large measure to allow the rhubarb to come through)- a G&T, or in a buck with Ginger ale and a slice of lemon.