Cocktails & Cocktail Bars

Craft, creativity, and a splash of flair. Bite Magazine’s Cocktails section dives into the dynamic world of mixology—exploring signature serves, seasonal creations, and the bartenders behind the magic. From speakeasy gems to rooftop bars, we celebrate the places and people shaking up Scotland’s cocktail culture.

56 North Winter Wonderland Cocktails - Edinburgh Cocktail Bar

If you’re looking for the perfect Christmas cocktails to end a festive office day out, impress visiting friends or celebrate with your favourite people, I’ve got just the spot. Head to 56 North on West Crosscauseway , get yourself warm and comfy in one of their booths, and browse their cocktail menu. 56 North has over 400 gins and a dedicated South Loch Distillery producing its own spirits right inside the venue. There are two 50L copper pot stills in the bar. I couldn’t re

Eleonora Vanello

Dec 72 min read

The Bonnington – your cosy local neighbourhood pub

On a crisp November evening, The Bonnington glows on its corner spot on the eponymous road, inviting locals in with the promise of comfort food, beer, wine and cocktails. Run since 2024 by Carlo Carozzi —also the force behind the award‑winning street food venture The Peruvian —this neighbourhood pub has quickly become a welcoming hub. The no. 11 bus stops right at the door. Once inside, the pub manages to be both spacious and cosy at the same time. In the main bar there are

Sharon Wilson

Dec 12 min read

Dirty Brew from Belvedere Vodka - a tasteful gift for the spirited season

Perfect for martinis and much more Looking to gift something truly indulgent this Christmas? Take inspiration from An Evening with Belvedere at Tigerlily, Edinburgh — where elegance met innovation in a celebration of Belvedere’s newest creation: Dirty Brew . Read the account of the evening Rye x Robusta This bold new spirit blends organic rye vodka with roasted organic robusta coffee beans, delivering a rich, refined twist on coffee culture. Guests were welcomed with a Belv

Sharon Wilson

Oct 261 min read

Belvedere Dirty Brew - a spirited journey with Belvedere Vodka

Dirty Brew is a fusion of smooth Belvedere Organic Vodka with rich coffee flavour At Belvedere Vodka , the Maison creates with a simple philosophy: innovate with purpose, craft with excellence. Recently, the folks at Belvedere invited Bite to an exclusive tasting, offering a first-hand experience of their latest creation. Belvedere Dirty Brew is the purest—yet darkest—expression of this ethos, reimagining the coffee experience with a luxurious spirit of intense flavour and d

Elizabeth Bowman

Oct 203 min read

João's Place

J oão’s Place is a speakeasy-style bar on the 11th floor of W Edinburgh, inspired by the vibrant Liberdade neighbourhood in São Paulo,...

Sharon Wilson

Apr 242 min read

Cuvée: Glasgow's Exciting New Champagne Bar in the West End

There will be a range of Champagne, crémants, by the bottle and by the glass Cuvée , a new Champagne, wine and cheese bar, is set to open...

Sharon Wilson

Apr 213 min read

Iain McPherson of Panda & Sons named Bartender's Bartender in the World's 50 Best Bar Awards

Iain McPherson of Panda & Sons in Edinburgh, Scotland was announced winner of the Altos Bartenders’ Bartender Award as part of The...

Sharon Wilson

Sep 27, 20243 min read

The Tenth Muse Vodka: X MUSE at Jupiter Artland.

Born from Scottish spirit-making traditions, mythology and the artistic landscape of Jupiter Artland, X MUSE, pronounced 'tenth muse', is a luxury blended vodka, combining two heritage barleys and the purest aquifer waters drawn from the Estate. Here, time moves differently; art and nature intertwine, and visitors are invited to slow down, harmonise and find energised balance. Wandering through the estate is all-engaging; art sporadically appears at spots specifically chosen