Cottons Cocktail Bar

You'll find Cottons tucked away on Old Street, in that sweet spot where the neighbourhood actually feels lived-in rather than overdesigned. It's the kind of place where the bartenders know what they're doing without being precious about it—they'll make you a classic or riff on something interesting depending on your mood. The space has that effortless vibe you can't force: low-key lighting, no Instagram theatrics, just good spirits and conversation. This is where you come when you want a proper drink in a room that doesn't feel like it's trying too hard to impress you.