The Distillery

You're stepping into something that takes itself seriously without being a total show-off. The Distillery sits right on Friar Gate, that stretch that's quietly become somewhere worth spending an evening, and they've clearly invested in knowing their stuff. The bar staff aren't messing about with shortcuts—they're the type who can actually explain why they're using a particular spirit or bitters. You'll find proper cocktails here alongside a genuinely interesting selection of gins, whiskeys and other spirits that go beyond the obvious choices. It's got enough soul to feel like a proper local's spot, not just another chain venue.