Cocktails paying tribute to KL’s iconic districts

Guests are invited to indulge in an elevated journey celebrating sophistication and style of champagne culture until Nov 30 at W Kuala Lumpur.

SKYBAR

Level 33, Traders Hotel, Kuala Lumpur City Centre

Business hours: noon to 1am (Sunday to Thursday), noon to 2am (Friday, Saturday and eve of public holidays)

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Dominated by a majestic view of the iconic Petronas Twin Towers and the Kuala Lumpur skyline, Skybar elevates the cocktail experience further with sophisticated drinks.

Its Spirits of Kuala Lumpur cocktail menu is a tribute to the city’s most iconic districts.

For example, the Jazzy Boozy Boogie – mixed with whiskey, Martini Rosso, Amaretto and hazel­nut syrup – is a tribute to Chow Kit in the 1960s and ’70s.

Red Lantern Remedy, crafted with gin, lemongrass syrup, lychee puree and fresh lemon juice is a salute to Petaling Street.

The Last Lockdown is inspired by the 19th-century prison Pudu Jail, which stood with its colonial architecture until December 2012.

Mixed with bourbon, tequila, Amaretto, honey, ginger syrup and fresh lemon juice, the drink offers a hint of mild honey and nectar fragrance.

Coffee lovers will find the CTRL + Kopi cocktail alluring.

The drink’s flavours encapsulates the evolving cafe culture in the city.

Mixed with tequila, coffee liqueur, palm sugar, coconut puree, espresso and milk, the creamy cocktail is a delight with a distinctive coffee aftertaste.

Coffee beans placed on its foamy cap add a fun, crunchy bite.

The Last Lockdown by Skybar is named after Pudu Jail.

LANDON

Lot 0.10, Basement, Wisma Central, Jalan Ampang Kuala Lumpur

Business hours: 5pm to 1am (Tuesdays to Thursdays and Sundays) 5pm to 2am (Fridays and Saturdays)

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Nestled in the basement of Wisma Central, Kuala Lumpur, LandOn bar offers a sharp contrast to the 40-year-old commercial building that houses it.

Among its cocktails, Whisperi­ng Jade is a refreshing choice.

It is a blend of gin, calamansi and pandan syrup that offers a tropical fragrance with bright citrus notes.

In contrast, Jack in the Tropics is a more spirit-forward libation, featuring jackfruit-infused Bacardi, Malibu, lime and pandan syrup.

Crowned with a spirit-steeped jackfruit slice, the drink delivers a potent punch and a dense, aromatic scent of ripe fruit that leaves a trail of sweet nostalgia.

Another standout drink is the Madagasia, a sophisticated gin-and-tonic variation.

It combines Gin Mare, lime and soda with a bespoke Mada­ga­scar peppercorn syrup that lends the drink complex depth.

Madagasia by LandOn has intricately layered depth.

MEZZE

No.132A Jalan Kasah, Medan Damansara, Kuala Lumpur

Business hours: 4pm to 1am (Mondays to Saturdays)

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Mezze is a chic bar and lounge in Medan Damansara, Kuala Lumpur.

Its cocktail menu features a creative, sometimes surprising mix of interesting combinations.

For example, the Onde Onde Lah is a mezcal-based cocktail mixed with pandan and ginger syrup, salted gula melaka and coconut cream.

Slightly charred coconut flakes atop a square ice cube serve as the garnish.

One cocktail that also hits the spot is Jambu Batu Besar.

Its base spirit is premium tequila mixed with guava juice, lime, pineapple and topped with soda.

Guests can order a selection of food to go with the drinks, such as Stuffed Pork Loin, Glazed Gammon Ham, and Spanish Grilled Octopus.

Mezze’s Onde Onde Lah (left) and Jambu Batu Besar.

LIVING ROOM

W Kuala Lumpur, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur

Business hours: 9am to 9pm (Mondays to Thursdays and Sundays); 11am to midnight (Fridays and Saturdays)

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W Kuala Lumpur unveils an exclusive Parisienne-inspired champagne journey, bringing together the spirit of Veuve Clicquot with the vibrant energy of the luxury lifestyle hotel.

The Living Room x Veuve Clicquot Pop-Up Cafe marks a long-term conversation that reimagines the art of indulgence, blending food, beverage, retail and ambiance to capture the effervescent spirit of Veuve Clicquot.

Guests are invited to indulge in an elevated journey which celebrates sophistication, style and the unmistakable joie de vivre (joy of living) of champagne culture until Nov 30.

A specially crafted menu debuts with French flair, featuring fresh French oysters with classic mignonette sauce, truffle croque monsieur (toasted sandwich), chicken Cordon Bleu sliders, steak frites au poivre (peppercorn-crusted steak with fries) and a decadent twist on comfort with French onion gnocchi.

The cafe also unveils a series of signature experiences designed to immerse guests in the champagne house’s world of craftsmanship and joie de vivre.

Themed weekends and interactive workshops add further intrigue, celebrating both the artistry of champagne and the ritual of cafe culture.