Shaking Up Cocktails Manchester

Whether you’re a seasoned mixologist or just enjoy a good old-fashioned tipple, a visit to the Corn Exchange is the perfect excuse to indulge in a little liquid luxury, explore new flavours and celebrate the creativity and innovation that goes into making cocktails.

Now we know what you’re thinking. “What is so special about cocktails?” Well let us explain – cocktails are more than just a drink, they’re an experience! They’re a work of art, a way of life and hey, they also taste goooooood.

So to help you out on your next visit, we’ve put together a little guide to help you celebrate in style at the Corn Exchange.

Don’t forget to check out all of regular Cocktail Offers too!

First things first, let’s talk about INGREDIENTS and some of the more unusual flavours you can find here.

Let’s start with the most popular cocktail in the world, the margarita. Mowgli are giving you a refreshing and spicy twist on this classic with their Chilli Mango Margarita cocktail!

This delicious drink combines the tangy sweetness of fresh mango with the fiery heat of chilli peppers, all balanced out by the smoothness of tequila and the zesty kick of lime juice. (Full Mowgli Drinks Menu here)

You must try Sixes amazing Eton Mess Cocktail. Made with Strawberry Havana Especial Rum, ginger foam, brûléed meringue, and fresh strawberries. It is like drinking a delicious dessert! The rum gives it a nice kick while the ginger foam adds a unique and spicy twist. The brûléed meringue on top is the perfect finishing touch. (Sixes Drinks Menu here)

Or let us introduce the Orchard Daiquiri from Riva Blu, a refreshing and delicious cocktail that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. Made with the smooth and flavorful El Dorado 3yr Demerara rum, it is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy with the addition of nectarine, apricot, green apple, and lime. (Full Riva Blu Drinks Menu here)

Now let’s move on to another important ingredient, how does it look? We all know the eyes are linked to the tastebuds, so PRESENTATION is also key when sipping. Let us tell you about some of the most instagrammable picks:

One of the most popular creations at Delhi House Cafe is the Love Dose Cocktail, a drink that promises to deliver a dose of all things lovely and sweet. Made with Bombay Sapphire Gin, Lychee & Lime but the real start of the show is the dry ice cloud that it is served with that releases a burst of aromatic flavors that complement the drink perfectly. (Full Delhi House Cafe Drinks Menu)

While Garten Bar has a number of cocktails that could feature on this list (with 2-4-1 available all day every day), the Rose Martini is a playful twist on a classic martini drink. A sweet, floral, and slightly tart cocktail with a velvety texture, combining the fruity notes of Absolut Raspberri vodka, delicate rose, and fresh raspberries, balanced by the smoothness of egg whites. (Full Garten bar Drinks Menu here)

We’ve got the eyes covered, now let’s make the tastebuds happy! Enjoying a delicious cocktail is no good if that TASTE isn’t on point!

First, head to Pho and grab a Phojito… why they didn’t call this a Phwoarjito is beyond us. Made with white rum, mint, lime, and soda, this drink packs a punch of flavor that’ll leave your taste buds tingling with delight. It’s the perfect pairing to your favorite pho dish or a great way to start a night out with friends. So grab a straw and sip on this refreshing concoction. (Full Pho Drinks Menu here)

The Cosy Club‘s Black Raspberry & Vanilla Highball cocktail is a taste explosion in a glass! Made with Mount Gay Rum and mixed with Chambord, vanilla, apple, and finished off with soda, it’s a fruity and refreshing drink that’ll have you feeling fancy in no time. Sip on this sweet treat and let the flavours transport you to a tropical paradise. Cheers to good vibes and great cocktails! (Full Cosy Club Drinks Menu here)

Talking about transporting you to a tropical paradise, another important ingredient in the perfect cocktail is how it make you feel. Our final batch will take you away to more exotic shores where you can EXPERIENCE the world through your tastebuds.

The Banyan Colada drink is a tropical delight that’ll transport you from Banyan straight to a sunny beach in the Caribbean! With Bacardi Cuatro rum, Discarded Banana Peel rum, coconut, kaffir, lemongrass, pineapple, and lime, it’s like sipping on liquid gold. The flavours will tickle your taste buds and make you feel like you’re on a well-deserved holiday. Go ahead and take that mental vacay with every sip! (Full Banyan Drinks Menu here)

Are you feeling adventurous? Transport yourself to the bustling streets of Singapore with Tampopo‘s legendary Singapore Sling cocktail! Made to the Ra¬les Hotel recipe, this classic drink is a blend of gin, cherry liqueur, Cointreau, grenadine, and pineapple juice. Sipping on this sweet concoction will have you feeling like you’re sipping it in a street-side bar in Singapore. So go ahead and take a sip, and let the tropical flavours whisk you away! (Full Tampopo Drinks Menu here)

The Aperol Spritz at Salvi’s is like a trip to Italy in a glass. Made with Aperol, Prosecco and a splash of soda water, it’s the perfect drink to sip while soaking up the sun on their terrace. The bright orange hue and refreshing taste will transport you to the Amalfi coast, where you’ll feel the salty sea breeze and the sun on your skin. Ciao bella! (Full Salvi’s Drinks Menu here)

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Whatever you choose to drink, remember that Cocktails are all about celebrating the creativity and innovation of bartenders and mixologists around the world. So why not raise a glass and toast them!

Please drink responsibly. If you feel that you are concerned about your relationship with alcohol, you can find information and advice about alcohol, learn about its impact on your health and wellbeing and get support to cut back on drinking via the Drinkaware website.