Whether you’re celebrating the weekend or gently easing into it mid-week, there’s plenty of bars in town that go a step further than beers in the sun. We met up with some of the island’s best mixologists, asking them to present us with their favourite cocktail on the menu. We tasted an array of exciting concoctions, blending local flavours with premium ingredients from across the globe. Whichever way your tastebuds lean, they’ll definitely be something here for you.
Shinkansen | Wetzel D. Urmatam | Nomu
With a decade of experience, Wetze began his bartending journey in Abu Dhabi at a Marriott Hotel, and now brings a deep respect for authenticity and detail to his cocktails. He keeps a cool head behind the bar, only mildly annoyed when things aren’t prepped before the Friday night rush. Off-duty, he enjoys cocktails at the Royal Yacht or The Blind Pig. His signature drink, Shinkansen, takes its name and inspiration from Japan’s bullet train – it’s smooth, elegant and a sensory journey of coconut-fat-washed rum, Midori and Nori. At Nomu, he helps deliver a truly unique experience with Asian flavours and cocktails that come with their own stories.
He mixed us a: Shinkansen
A first class journey in a glass, blending Coconut fat washed rum, midori, kwai fei, Nori. Perfect for those who want a cocktail that runs smooth on the palate.
£13.50
Nomu | 80 Bath St | 01534 734020
Open: 12-11pm, Tuesday-Saturday, 12-8pm Sunday.
Unfussy and unpretentious, Nomu offers a laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere with bold, authentic flavours. Come as you are and unwind in the contemporary bar, where saké, Asian beers and unique fruit-driven cocktails sit alongside your favourite premium drinks.
Elderflower Power | Subash Rai | The Melting Pot
After starting his bartending journey in Dubai, Subash has spent the last four years refining his skills. He struggles most when paired with slow, overly chatty colleagues, and on his nights off, he heads to the Lamplighter or Bar Nautique. His cocktail, Elderflower Power, is a light and floral mix of Aperol, elderflower, lychee and fizz – perfect for easy sipping. At the Melting Pot, Subash brings together three essentials: great drinks, good music and friendly conversation.
He mixed us an: Elderflower Power
A refreshing burst of aperol, elderflower, lychee and fizz. Perfect for those who know what they like, and want to enjoy it under the sun.
£13.50
The Melting Pot | 6 Caledonia Place | 01534 743080
Open: 4-11pm Tuesday-Thursday, 4pm-1am Friday, 3pm-1am Saturday
A retro 70’s inspired cocktail bar that refuses to compromise on character. With good music, friendly staff and a great menu, what’s not to love?
Blue Hawaiian | Chad York | The Mulcaster
Chad has been mixing drinks for a year and a half and can’t stand it when colleagues don’t clean up after themselves. When he’s not behind the bar, you’ll find him somewhere scenic – perhaps The Beach Club on St Brelade’s Bay or The Priory Inn by Devil’s Hole. Corbière Phare tops the list for its incredible lighthouse views, and in his spare time he enjoys flying his drone at top tier travel spots around the globe. His go-to cocktail is the Blue Hawaiian – a true ‘island life’ blend that transports you straight to a golden beach, whatever the weather. At his venue, the architectural blend of fine dining upstairs and a modern, live music vibe downstairs makes it the perfect one-size-fits-all for those flipping between client meetings, dinners with friends and a place to decompress for after-work drinks.
He mixed us a: Blue Hawaiian
A tropical blend of white rum, Malibu, Blue Curacao and pineapple juice. It’s perfect for those with seasonal depression, or simply craves a sip of the Caribbean post-5pm. It’s available 2-for-1 for a happy five hours, from 5pm-10pm Monday through Saturday.
£12.50
The Mulcaster | 14 Mulcaster St | 01534 625555
Open: 11am-11pm, Monday-Sunday
Nestled in the heart of the Weighbridge, the Mulcaster blends timeless tradition with modern flair. It has the best of both worlds, with elegant dining upstairs and a lively bar downstairs.
Green Goddess | Valentin Alexander | The Kings Bar
For Valentin, bartending is a 20 year passion, not just a profession. His biggest pet peeve is when someone brings slow or negative energy behind the bar. In fact, the only place he drinks is his own workplace, and only while on shift. His cocktail, the Green Goddess, is a vibrant blend of gin, elderflower liqueur, lime, kiwi and gomme syrup. Kings Bar, with its professional set up, flowing energy and live DJ sets, seems like one of those places where everything just works.
He mixed us a: Green Goddess
A zingy concoction of gin, elderflower liquor, lime juice and gomme kiwi liquor. Real fruit gets smashed into this one, so it’s perfect for those who want to drink cocktails that (might) count towards your 5-a-day.
£12.00
The Kings Bar | 14 Bond St | 01534 859404
Open 4-11pm, Tuesday-Saturday
Drink like royalty at this exclusive go-to social spot for speciality cocktails, wines and drinks. Enjoy elegant evenings of live music and spirited revelry, where passion is poured into every glass.
No Vacancies | Reza Tan | The Porter’s Store
Reza has spent 18 years honing her craft, beginning in Singapore. She thrives in a spotless environment and enjoys a cold beer on the beach when she’s off duty. Her cocktail creation, No Vacancies, combines tequila with homemade plum jam, ancho syrup, and a fresh plum – a sharp, smoky nod to a hotel that’s fully booked. Porter’s Store is the only bar in Jersey with its own photo booth, and everything on the menu is made in-house, from the syrups to the memories.
She mixed us a: No Vacancies
Explodes on the tastebuds – a mix of tequila, homemade plum jam, homemade ancho syrup, lime and fresh plum. The Porters Store may feel hidden, but nothing about this drink is low key.
£14.00
The Porter’s Store | Wharf St | 01534 880110
Open 5pm-1am, Thursday-Saturday.
A time capsule of bygone eras, where each cocktail tells a story. The eclectic menu serves as a narrator of the hotel’s hidden chronicles – drawing inspiration from its inner workings and the characters who’ve passed through its doors.
St. Helier Highball | Damian Murgatroyd | The Blind Pig
Damian’s been bartending for four years, though he bristles at being called a ‘mixologist’. He prefers keeping things humble and gets frustrated by poor manners more than anything else. You’ll likely catch him at the Lamplighter or Melting Pot when he’s not working. His St Helier Highball is a fresh and herbal mix of rosemary gin, raspberry shrub, apple juice, and soda – an inquisitive taste that tickles the tastebuds. His workplace, The Blind Pig, is Jersey’s first hidden, prohibition-themed bar, which channels vintage charm with modern flavour.
He mixed us a: St. Helier Highball
A unique blend of rosemary-infused gin, raspberry shrub, apple juice and soda. It’s herbaceous, tart and subtly sweet. It’s perfect for those looking to sip something a bit different.
£13.90
The Blind Pig | 5 Mulcaster St | 01534 610433
Open 5pm-1am, Wednesday to Saturday
Tucked behind an unassuming door, The Blind Pig is a velvet-draped hideaway of 1920s glamour, where cocktails are as delightfully offbeat as the decor.
