Hakkasan London 25th Anniversary: New East-West Cocktails

A Legendary Chapter Spanning 25 Years: The Bar's Sensory Feast of Classics and Innovation

Renowned Chinese restaurant Hakkasan, located in Mayfair, London, is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Its accompanying bar, The Bar, has curated a new menu featuring 20 signature cocktails. Crafted by Wendy Hopkins and Phoebe Doran, this selection blends reimagined classics with innovative creations, drawing inspiration from 1960s Hong Kong to modern London. It vividly showcases the brand's quarter-century history and the cultural fusion of East and West.

Reimagining Brand Classics: Lychee Martini and The Hakka

Among the classics, the Lychee Martini features Belvedere vodka blended with lychee, lime, and orange bitters. The Hakka pays tribute to the restaurant's early days, combining Belvedere vodka, Akashi-Tai sake, and Briottet lychee liqueur for a layered, tropical profile. Additionally, the menu offers 13 cocktails that can be prepared as non-alcoholic versions, allowing guests to find the perfect flavor for their "mood and moment."

Cantonese Heritage and Smoky Depths: A Palate Exploration

To highlight Cantonese heritage, the Peking Sour uses Hennessy VSOP paired with duck fat-washed Buffalo Trace bourbon, with Coachbuilt Whisky added for depth. The Smoky Negroni features Hakushu Distiller’s Reserve, Akashi-Tai umeshu, and Antica Formula vermouth, finished with a mist of Ardbeg 10 Year Old whisky for a captivating smoky aroma. The menu also includes the Za’atar Paloma, infused with Middle Eastern spices, showcasing diverse creativity.

This cocktail collection is designed to pair perfectly with signature dishes like dim sum, Peking Duck, and lobster noodle soup. Yavuz Pehlivanlar, CEO of Hakkasan Group, stated that this menu embodies the group's commitment to refined experiences. It is both a tribute to 25 years of legendary achievements and a symbol of the brand's bold step into a new chapter, evolving sensory experiences while honoring heritage.

📅 Release Date: 2026-07-01

🔗 Source: https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2026/07/hakkasan-menu-explores-intersection-of-east-and-west/