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Aberdeen Cocktail Week 2025: Autumn Edition

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

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 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...

New For 2024: Seven Venues Making Their Cocktail Week Debut!

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

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...