Photo: 28 HKS Tuck Shop
Cover Photo: 28 HKS Tuck Shop

Quench your thirst with our bi-weekly recommendations of alcoholic tipples

The sombre mid-pandemic life calls for an alcoholic pick-me-up. Amidst the past two years of monotony and setbacks, we’ve learned to take joy in the little things, and what better way to do so than to explore novel watering holes? Here's our list of delivery-friendly picks.

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1. Monkey Shoulder

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Above Photo: Monkey Shoulder

On an all-important mission to help labouring Singaporeans let loose, the free-spirited blended malt whisky has unleashed its eccentric Don’t Let The Grind Get You Down campaign upon the working population. If anyone can be trusted to successfully transform an endless stream of Zoom conferences into a comic affair, its Monkey Shoulder. The limited-edition Zoomtails take the all-too-common, ear-grating utterances of Zoom call phrases and twist them into parodic cocktails. Pre-mixed concoctions such as the aptly named You’re On Mute (a smooth whisky mixed with Averna, citrus, Aperol and Cointreau), are packaged in special SOS boxes, and delivered ice-cold to your door to provide much-needed relief from yet another hour-long meeting that could have been an email. Available here.

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2. Mr Stork

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Photo: Andaz
Above Photo: Andaz

Countless local bars are seeking to liven up the gloomy stay-home atmosphere of ’20 and ’21, and Mr Stork at Andaz Singapore is no different. Although we are hindered from marvelling the hotel’s spectacular city views and luxury interior, the flavours of paradise have been bottled for us within Mr Stork Bottled Cocktails. The Andaz Tribe has consistently pushed the boundaries surrounding the art of mixology, experimenting with classics and shaking things up with their fresh artisanal distilled spirits delivered in minimalistic and elegant bottles. Try your hand at the eccentric Amrita, a mix of Stranger&Sons Gin with guava, lemongrass and mint, topped off with cloudberry tonic. Order here.

3. Fairmont Singapore

Dedicated to bringing the entirety of every bar experience into your home, Fairmont Singapore has come up with exquisite palate-pleasing tipples perfect for gift-giving to your fellow drinking buddies. Encouraging imbibers to spread the high, the Hamper of Laurent-Perrier & Anti:dote Bottled Cocktails allows you and the squad to recreate bittersweet Friday ‘happy hours’ over Zoom. The package of eight bottled cocktails includes Bergamot Martini, a twist on the classic Dry Martini, and the Queen’s Favourite, a mix of Gin and Dubonnet, a coffee bean infused fortified wine. What’s more, these ‘just because’ collections add a personal touch with a custom handwritten note for all your heartfelt greetings. Order here.

4. MO Bar

A nod to the Pacific Ocean and the rich culture of Asia’s bustling ports, the bar at Mandarin Oriental offers a spirited experience that embraces the flavours and aromas of the region. The talented team here were not crowned one of Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2021 for nothing. Merging the finest ingredients with progressive techniques, the presence of its bespoke cocktails at any meal are sorely missed. In honour of our nation's birthday this August, the bar has once again come up with an innovative array of National Day specials. Cocktail aficionados can look forward to a trio of bottled concoctions, featuring the pandan-flavoured whiskey cocktail, Oriental, to The Roaring City, a charming mix of vermouth and sparkling pineapple tepache. Order here.

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5. 28 HKS Tuck Shop

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Photo: 28 HKS Tuck Shop
Above Photo: 28 HKS Tuck Shop

As we ride out the choppy waves of the latest bout of closures, 28 HKS Tuck Shop has pulled out all the stops. The newly launched Street Side Tuck Shop has virtualised the iconic House Party, a fun-packed in-home entertainment for groups of six to 16, with 28 HongKong Street’s cocktails, nibbles, music, hosts and 28’s bar family to serve as your personable hosts. Of course, no party can be called one without cocktails, and the tuck shop has gone above and beyond in its overwhelming selection. Spice up your festivities with Counterpunch, a tropical concoction of Chalong Bay Rum, Ancho Reyes Verde, chamomile, verjus and agave. For a more cosy tipple, try the Harvest Moo, an infusion of Michter’s Rye, Oloroso Sherry, St. George Spiced Pear, French apples and Amaro. Order here.

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