Bar One

You'll find Bar One tucked away on Newland Street, in that stretch of Derby where things actually feel like they're happening. It's the kind of place where they take their spirits seriously without any of the performative faffing about—just solid cocktails made by people who know their way around a shaker. The room itself has that warm, unpretentious feel that works equally well whether you're stopping by after work or making it a proper night out. Word of mouth has clearly done its job here; the reviews speak for themselves.