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Aberdeen Cocktail Week 2025: Autumn Edition
Shakers at the ready - Aberdeen Cocktail Week is back this autumn from Thursday 9th October to Sunday 19th October 2025, bringing ten days of cocktail creativity at your favourite bars. Spring Edition set the bar high May’s inaugural Spring Edition...
Meet the Bartender: Jasmyn Lawson
Just a year working the business end of the bar, Jasmyn Lawson is already flexing her creativity with stunning creations. Her quick progress shows how natural talent paired with enthusiasm can open doors in Aberdeen's vibrant cocktail community. "[Beach, Please!] was...

Meet the Bartender: Fraser Haig of Revolucion De Cuba
Fraser Haig takes his spot behind the bar at Revolución de Cuba Aberdeen. Fraser's journey began six years back pulling pints at Badenochs in Elgin, followed by a spell at Slains Castle on Belmont Street. Now he's bringing creative flair to "Cuba" just down the road....

Aberdeen Cocktail Week for First-Timers: What to Expect
Aberdeen Cocktail Week (ABZCW) is an incredible opportunity to explore the city’s vibrant bar scene, sample exclusive drinks, and have your say in the annual Cocktail of the Year awards. If it’s your first visit, here’s everything you need to know – updated for 2025’s...

“Doughnut Kill My Vibe” Crowned Cocktail of the Year at Aberdeen Cocktail Week
“Doughnut Kill My Vibe” – created by Lewis Brown of Revolution – has officially won Cocktail of the Year 2024 at Aberdeen Cocktail Week.

Aberdeen Cocktail Week Returns with Special Spring Edition
Aberdeen Cocktail Week returns early, this time with a special Spring edition from May 14th to May 25th, 2025

Bar One-Eighty by Legends: Cocktails, Pool, and Interactive Darts
Looking for something a bit different this Aberdeen Cocktail Week? While Legends Sports Bar didn’t quite make it into the official cocktail menu this year due to unforeseen circumstances, they’re still very much part of the fun – so check them out, give them a score...

New For 2024: Seven Venues Making Their Cocktail Week Debut!
BrewDog Aberdeen Torpedo Tulip Old FashionedBy Stuart NimmoZuidam & BrewDog Distilling Co. Torpedoed Tulip Dutch Rye Whisky, Bitters, Sugar, Maraschino Cherry Garnish£5.00 BrewDog Castlegate It’s Apples and OrangesBy Ruairi SpenceBrewdog Distilling Co. Zealot’s...

Codona’s Exclusive £3 Bowling and Cocktails
As part of Aberdeen Cocktail Week, we’re thrilled to announce an exclusive offer for wristband holders at Codona’s – enjoy £3 bowling every day from 6pm to 10pm during the festival, just show your wristband when booking a lane and make sure everyone in your group has...

Aberdeen Bars Shortlisted for Scottish Licensed Trade News Awards!
We’re thrilled to see that several participants of Aberdeen Cocktail Week have been shortlisted for the Scottish Licensed Trade News (SLTN) Awards 2024! The SLTN Awards are a celebration of excellence in Scotland’s hospitality industry, and it’s fantastic to see so...