The Best Summer Cocktail Hotspots in Manchester
There are so many amazing places in Manchester for you to relax and have a cocktail, but the issue is choosing which is the best summer cocktail hotspot for you to spend your afternoon in. We know you’ll want to try all of the hottest cocktail spots that Manchester has to offer, so we’ve put together a list of the top five best cocktail hotspots in Manchester for you to enjoy, with some of the best cocktails Manchester has to offer!
Escape to Freight Island
A Manchester staple. Escape to Freight Island is a right of passage for any Mancunian and anyone else who comes to visit because of its iconic setting and their amazing Saturday night events. Their weekend events are unmissable extravaganzas, which gives you even more of an excuse to get yourself a table for this Saturday.
Escape to Freight Island has got everything you need to have a great time, cocktails, food, music and entertainment, making it the ultimate big day out with your mates, and we promise you won’t be disappointed.
The Lawn Club
You want a little bit of class? We've got you.
Set in the heart of Spinningfields, The Lawn Club is where classy meets quirky. It’s got the most gorgeous beer garden for you to enjoy a fresh fruity Pimms that’s served in a glass boot or an Aperol Spritz from a watering can, or a simple glass of wine whilst you’re sat in a greenhouse.
It’s a fresh open bar that’s buzzing with groups of friends enjoying a cocktail in the sun, which gives it the perfect vibe for you to enjoy the summer. Make sure to take your friends from outside of the city to show them just how well Manchester dominates the summer cocktail scene.
Behind Closed Doors
Ok, so we obviously love Manchester, but if you're from here you'll know that the weather doesn’t always hold up. If the Manchester rain spoils your beer garden plans, then look no further than Behind Closed Doors! This Northern Quarter staple is an underground cocktail bar with some interesting 70s style memorabilia decorating the walls (you’ll have to see for yourself) and a relaxed vibe which makes it a fab cocktail hotspot.
Their extensive cocktail menu has something for everyone, from a French Kiss to a Lovebite, you’ll find the perfect cocktail to enjoy in this cool relaxed setting, making it a perfect fit for the Northern Quarter family.
20 Stories
Manchester’s ultimate classy cocktail hotspot. 20 Stories is another Spinningfields babe that we trust to give us the best boujie cocktail experience. It has one of the best views in Manchester, with a 360 range that helps you the far reaches of our beautiful city.
The 20 stories roof terrace is perfect for bigger groups that want to indulge with a cocktail in the sun, or stay inside for a date with that special someone, or even a fancy wine date with the bestie.
The Liar's Club
Need something a little more down to earth? The Liar’s Club is a dopamine dream and the perfect cocktail destination for a more relaxed sunny Saturday. It’s a Tiki inspired bar filled to the brim with bright and bold eye-catching colours and neon lights to go perfectly with their fun and colourful cocktails.
Whether you prefer Martinis decorated with flowers or flaming Zombies, you’ll be in cocktail heaven over at The Liar’s Cub so don’t worry about finding the cocktail for you.
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