Whether you’re looking for somewhere for birthday drinks, a bar to get your hen-do kickstarted or you’re just a sucker for a fruity tipple, sometimes a cocktail pitcher is called for. Perfect for groups, these sharing drinks are the ultimate summer staple for any celebration.
So if you’re on the hunt, these are the best places to get pitcher cocktails because sometimes one cocktail just won’t cut it.
London’s 10 Best Bars For Pitcher Cocktails
Nightjar Shoreditch
Mixologist maestros Nightjar know a thing or two about cocktail shaking. The Shoreditch speakeasy serves up four sharing cocktails guaranteed to impress the table.
Served in a squawking duck pitcher, the Yorkshire Punch is the perfect brew for any date night. Floral, zesty and with notes of tea, it’s filled with Ford’s Gin, Pama Pomegranate Liqueur, St Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Berry Liqueur, Yorkshire Tea, Apple & Rhubarb, Fresh Lemon, Ginger Beer and Bee Pollen Syrup.
Our favourite, the Lighthouse Punch, is a mix of Ketel One vodka, Palomino fino sherry, Grand Marnier, umami honegar, apple and rhubarb juice, fresh grapefruit and lime. All served in an adorable whale pitcher.
129 City Road, Shoreditch, EC1V 1JB
www.barnightjar.com
The Avalon
A foodie gastropub with a large garden area, this Clapham spot is all about showcasing the best of Britain through food and drink. As well as Pimms, of course, they do a mean roast and work with local, British suppliers. Ideal for sipping away a Sunday with a large group, briefly taking breaks between jugs of Pimms to sample their local menu.
Where: 16 Balham Hill, Clapham South, London, SW12 9EB
Website: www.theavalonlondon.com
London Shuffle Club
Take your birthday bash up a notch and book in for London Shuffle Club for an afternoon supercharged with shuffleboard.
The only UK venue with both lane and table shuffle under one roof, it’s a great space for groups. Order in a round of the Shoreditch Punch, featuring Havana Especial, Pineapple Juice and Passionfruit for a real sharing treat.
Take your birthday bash up a notch and book in for London Shuffle Club for an afternoon supercharged with shuffleboard
4 Ebor Street, Shoreditch, E1 6AW
www.londonshuffle.com
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The Little Scarlet Door
Inspired by New York’s iconic loft apartments – think Monica and Rachel’s Friends apartment vibes – The Little Scarlet Door lets you live out your loft dreams.
Hidden on Greek Street, you’ll find the eccentric bar serving up sharing pitcher cocktails served out of a giant jug or disco ball. Served to share between 3-4 people, choose from the likes of the luxardo limoncello, martini fiero and blood orange spritz; the Sipsmith summer cup with Bombay citron press gin, San Pellegrino and ginger beer; or the Cucumber Stoli and Peach Collins with martini ambrato.
Inspired by New York’s iconic loft apartments – think Monica and Rachel’s Friends apartment vibes – The Little Scarlet Door lets you live out your loft dreams
12-13 Greek Street, Soho, W1D 4DL
www.thelittlescarletdoor.co.uk
Ganymede
Hair of the dog? Head to Belgravia’s Ganymede to try a drink from their Bloody Good Bloodies menu. There’s a giant Ganymede Bloody Susan, laced with your favourite Bloody Mary essentials to blow away any cobwebs from the night before.
Available as part of their brunch menu, you can pair your tipple alongside dishes such as smoked salmon and scrambled eggs on sourdough; French toast with berries and maple syrup; or a hearty full English breakfast.
139 Ebury Street, SW1W 9QU
www.ganymedelondon.co.uk
Clissold Park Tavern
North Londoners will know this spot well – a large pub garden, adorned with fairy lights so you can keep the jugs of Pimm’s coming even after the sun goes down. It’s also the spiritual home of The Kinks, who performed their first gig here, and still have their own dedicated room inside the pub if you like your Pimm’s with a side of cultural history.
Alarge pub garden, adorned with fairy lights so you can keep the jugs of Pimm’s coming even after the sun goes down.
105 Fortis Green, East Finchley, London. N2 9HR
clissoldarms.co.uk
The Cocktail Club
A so-called ‘bartenders heaven’, The Cocktail Club allows their mixologists to create unique and dangerous concoctions, sometimes including Absinthe. Whether you’re into the classics like a Margarita, or down to try something totally wild and new (eg Bramley Apple Smash), they’ve got you covered.
On the sharing side, try the Zombie, a mix of Bacardi spiced rum, Planteray 5 Star rum, Wray & Nephew rum, maraschino cherry liqueur, pineapple, grapefruit, lime, grenadine, bitters and a dash of absinthe.
61 Goodge St, London W1T 1TL
thecocktailclub.com
The Ship
A SW18 favourite, The Ship is Wandsworth’s biggest pull. Home to stunning West London sunsets, river-side drinking and dining, it has a number of cocktail pitchers available, including the Mojito Spritz with Havana Club 3 anos rum, Mexican lime and soda.
Head here mid-week for a post-work celebration or battle through the crowds on a Saturday night for a blasting weekend filled with fun.
41 JEWS ROW, WANDSWORTH, SW18 1TB
WWW.THESHIP.CO.UK
Pergola London, Brixton
For those searching for the best party vibes and outdoor space, look to Pergola London, with a great spot in Brixton.
Expect a space designated to free-spirited partying complete with tropical plants, cabanas and endless margaritas. Sharing cocktails start from £35, and you can
choose from Aperol Spritz, Watermelon Smash, Elderflower Champagne Paloma and more.
For those searching for the best party vibes and outdoor space, look to Pergola London, with a great spot in Brixton.
Brixton Village, Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8PS
WWW.PERGOLAbrixton.COM
Bounce
The home of London ping pong, Bounce has the answers to all of your cocktail-sharing prayers. Book you and your ping-pong-loving pals in for a game and order the Studio 54 Sharer to keep the crowd happy.
This giant sharing drink featured Bacardi rum infused with juicy fruit gum and summer fruits topped with Prosecco. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser, this concoction is made for sharing between six to eight people.
Various Locations
www.bouncepingpong.com
